Graphic Designer

<Company Overview>
Mecum Auctions Inc. is a leading force in the collector car, vintage motorcycle, and antique vehicle auction industry. With a rich history spanning over 35 years, the company hosts numerous auctions throughout its primary locations, offering thousands of lots annually and creating unforgettable experiences for enthusiasts worldwide.

We are seeking a talented and versatile Graphic Designer with experience in signage and experiential event environments to join our in-house creative team. This role supports a wide range of creative initiatives, including print collateral, digital marketing assets, large-format signage, and immersive event graphics.

The ideal candidate has strong foundational design skills and understands how to translate brand systems seamlessly across physical and digital platforms. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role for a forward-thinking designer who stays current with design trends, understands production considerations, and enjoys seeing their work come to life both online and in real-world event settings.

This position may include occasional travel and on-site event support to assist execution.

Candidates must be fully proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop). A strong portfolio showcasing print, digital, signage, and experiential work is required.

Core Responsibilities

Brand & Concept Development

● Conceptualize and execute creative solutions across print, digital, and environmental applications that align with brand and marketing objectives

● Develop strong visual concepts rooted in typography, layout, color theory, and brand systems

● Ensure consistency of brand identity across all physical and digital touchpoints

● Present design concepts and clearly articulate how solutions support strategic goals

Print & Digital Design

● Design and produce marketing materials including brochures, advertisements, direct mail, sales collateral, promotional materials, and branded merchandise

● Create digital assets including email graphics, social media content, web graphics, digital ads, and presentation materials

● Prepare accurate print-ready and digital-ready files with proper formatting, resolution, bleed, and color management

Signage & Experiential Design

● Design and produce large-format signage, banners, wayfinding systems, stage graphics, booth displays, backdrops, environmental graphics, and branded installations

● Translate brand systems into impactful spatial and experiential applications

● Create scalable design systems for event and signage environments

● Prepare production-ready artwork with a strong understanding of large-format printing, materials, scaling, color management, and fabrication requirements

● Follow projects through the full lifecycle—from concept through production and installation—to ensure accuracy and quality

Collaboration & Execution

● Collaborate closely with operations, marketing, presentation and internal stakeholders to understand project goals, timelines, and execution needs

● Interface with printers, fabricators and production vendors throughout the production process

● Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

● Provide on-site support during events as needed

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field, or 3+ years of professional design experience

● Strong foundation in typography, layout, and visual hierarchy

● Experience designing print, digital platforms and large-format or experiential applications

● Understanding of print production standards and digital asset optimization

● Ability to extend brand systems across marketing materials, digital channels and physical environments

● Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

● Comfortable receiving and implementing feedback in a collaborative setting

● Keen attention to detail, particularly related to scale, layout, and production accuracy

● Awareness of current design, signage and experiential trends

● Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive, solution-oriented attitude

● Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for event setup and on-site support

Preferred but not required:

● Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar)

● A solid understanding of AI’s role in graphic design, along with experience using AI-powered design tools to optimize and streamline creative workflows

● Passion for classic cars and automotive knowledge preferred but not required

Requirements

● Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

● Mac proficient

● Online portfolio required with resume showcasing print, digital, signage, and experiential work

Join us as a Graphic Designer to bring bold ideas to life through innovative design! Your talent will help shape our brand presence across all platforms while supporting our ongoing growth in the collector vehicle industry. We’re excited to see your creativity drive impactful visual stories that inspire our community!

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person