What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer - Marketing & Communications position at ANS?
Founded in 2005, ANS is an award-winning multi-disciplinary engineering firm supporting the renewable energy industry across the US. From concept to construction, we deliver geotechnical, electrical, structural, civil, and laboratory materials testing services for developers, owners, IPPs, and EPCs across solar PV, wind, BESS, and high-voltage infrastructure. With offices strategically located nationwide, our teams bring regional insight and rapid responsiveness to every project. Known for our proactive, client-centered approach, we help partners build with confidence through value engineering, speed, and cross-disciplinary expertise.
Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and Top 10 Hottest Engineering Firms in the US by Zweig Reports, and featured in Inc. 5000’s Top 250 for our staggering 1,748% growth, we’re proud of what we’ve built and where we’re headed.
We’re allergic to bureaucracy, thrive on innovation, and embrace data-driven decisions. If you love collaboration, creativity, and a fast-paced environment, we might just be your perfect match!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
A supportive, dynamic, and innovative team culture that values a people-first approach.
A chance to directly shape and build a developing marketing team.
Direct influence on a company’s industry presence.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Graphic Designer – Marketing & Communications to join our marketing and communications team and help bring the ANS brand to life across digital, print, and social channels. You’ll work closely with and receive creative direction from the Senior Manager of Communications and Marketing and execute design work within an established brand system. This is a role for someone who can take direction and run with it, work within defined standards, and help the team produce more and better work.
You’ll report to the Senior Manager of Marketing & Communications and work within a small, collaborative team. Expect a mix of defined projects and incoming requests. Direction and priorities will be set for you - your job will be to execute them well, ask smart questions, and help the team move faster without sacrificing quality. There’s room to grow here as the function grows.
We use technology intentionally, including AI tools, to work smarter and produce better work. We expect this person to be curious about emerging tools, willing to incorporate them where they add value, and thoughtful about how they’re used in accordance with ANS policies.
Design LinkedIn graphics and content that align with ANS brand standards and narrative direction
Assist in the production and upkeep of marketing collateral, including one-pagers and supporting materials for internal and external use
Support employee spotlight formatting and layout, ensuring visual consistency and alignment with brand voice
Create assets for our intranet, The Pulse, such as thumbnails, banners, and supporting visuals
Help maintain visual consistency across ANS materials and flag inconsistencies against established brand standards
Work within established design systems while identifying opportunities to refine and elevate them
Design or assist with conference and event collateral such as signage, print materials, and social graphics
Support the cleanup and visual enhancement of presentation decks
Assist with assembling and organizing assets for high-priority marketing initiatives
Assist with additional marketing and communications projects as the team’s needs evolve
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field; or equivalent demonstrated experience
A portfolio that shows range: digital, print, and brand-driven work
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Figma
Comfort working in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Word
Understanding of how design supports communication — not just how things look, but how they work together
Ability to take direction and execute without needing constant check-ins, while knowing when to ask questions
3-5 years of professional design experience
Light video editing or motion graphics experience (After Effects, Premiere)
Experience with and comfort in taking photography
Experience in a B2B, engineering, or professional services environment
Familiarity with intranet or internal communications design
If you’re passionate about storytelling, brand building, and making a difference, we’d love to meet you! Help us transform ANS from the best-kept secret to the industry leader everyone’s talking about.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.