Graphic Designer

Position Summary

MJ2 Marketing is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Designer to help bring brands to life through compelling visual storytelling. This role is responsible for developing high-quality creative assets across digital, print, web, and campaign channels that support our clients' growth objectives.

As a key member of our creative team, you'll collaborate with strategists, marketers, content creators, and developers to design impactful marketing materials that activate brands, amplify messaging, and optimize audience engagement. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced agency environment, embraces feedback, and combines strong design fundamentals with strategic thinking.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Graphic Designer at MJ2 Marketing, you will:

• Design marketing and advertising assets across digital and print platforms, including social media graphics, websites, email campaigns, presentations, digital ads, brochures, trade show materials, and branded collateral.
• Create visually compelling designs that align with client goals, marketing strategies, and established brand standards.
• Collaborate closely with account managers, content strategists, digital marketers, and developers to execute integrated marketing campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency across all client and agency materials, maintaining adherence to visual identity guidelines.
• Adapt and refine creative assets based on campaign performance data, stakeholder feedback, and evolving business objectives.
• Develop layouts, graphics, iconography, and visual systems that improve user experience and communication effectiveness.
• Prepare production-ready files for digital and print applications, ensuring accuracy and quality control.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions, concept development, and campaign planning.
• Stay current on industry trends, design technologies, AI-enhanced creative tools, and emerging best practices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high creative standards.

Key Areas of Responsibility & Time Allocation

Creative Design & Asset Development (60%)

• Develop high-impact visual assets that support client marketing initiatives and business growth.
• Design creative materials across multiple channels while maintaining visual consistency and effectiveness.
• Translate strategic marketing objectives into engaging visual communications.
• Iterate and improve creative based on campaign performance and audience engagement.

Brand Stewardship & Visual Excellence (30%)

• Maintain and strengthen client brand identities through consistent application of visual standards.
• Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines, typography systems, color palettes, and design principles.
• Support the development and refinement of brand guidelines when needed.
• Uphold MJ2's commitment to quality, attention to detail, and creative excellence.

Collaboration & Strategic Support (10%)

• Partner with marketing, content, and development teams to create cohesive campaign experiences.
• Contribute creative ideas during strategy sessions and campaign planning meetings.
• Support internal marketing initiatives, presentations, proposals, and agency branding efforts.
• Assist in identifying process improvements and creative efficiencies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Hard Skills

• 3+ years of professional graphic design experience within an agency, marketing, or in-house creative environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Advanced experience with Figma and collaborative design platforms.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, branding, and visual communication.
• Experience designing for digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, websites, and paid advertising.
• Knowledge of print production processes and file preparation standards.
• Familiarity with UI/UX design principles and responsive web design best practices.
• Simple animations and motion graphics a plus
• Understanding of AI-assisted design tools and emerging creative technologies is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional creativity paired with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced agency environment.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Strategic thinker who understands how design supports broader marketing objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a professional demeanor
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work successfully both independently and as part of a team
• Desire to continue building skill set with education and training

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person