What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer (Onsite) position at Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.?
Overview
At Dayton Freight, we believe strong visual communication helps bring our brand, people, and culture to life. We are looking for a Graphic Designer who can create compelling, high-quality materials that support both internal communication and external messaging. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, collaborative, and excited to contribute to a wide variety of design projects that make an impact across the organization.
What You'll Do
Design and Visual Communication
Required Qualifications
Dayton Freight is one of the most respected regional LTL carriers in the Midwest, known for exceptional service, strong leadership, and a culture built on integrity. Our team members take pride in the work they do and the role they play in supporting customers across the region. Joining Dayton Freight means being part of a company that values people, quality, and long-term growth.
Benefits
At Dayton Freight, we believe strong visual communication helps bring our brand, people, and culture to life. We are looking for a Graphic Designer who can create compelling, high-quality materials that support both internal communication and external messaging. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, collaborative, and excited to contribute to a wide variety of design projects that make an impact across the organization.
What You'll Do
Design and Visual Communication
- Promote and maintain the Dayton Freight brand image and visual identity across all design work
- Understand and design for both internal audiences and external customers
- Create a variety of print designs for internal departments and external customers
- Design and produce the quarterly company newsletter
- Develop artwork and visual content for social media, email campaigns, recruiting advertisements, digital communication boards, internal and external websites, and company presentations
- Assist with photography and video projects when needed
- Collaborate with colleagues to support company initiatives and marketing requests
- Support internal departments including sales, safety, employee relations, and operations with design needs
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, meet deadlines, and stay within budget
- Manage print requests through the Print on Demand application
- Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and creative knowledge
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts or related field
- 3 years of professional, related experience
- Proficiency in Adobe Software - InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, more is a plus!
- Strong visual design skills with attention to detail and brand consistency
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to adapt designs for both print and digital platforms
- Portfolio that demonstrates design ability and creative thinking
- Team player, willing to aid in other areas of the Marketing Department as needed
- This position is based onsite and requires in-person work at the Dayton Freight corporate office
- Internship or professional experience in graphic design, marketing, or communications
- Experience designing for social media, digital marketing, or email campaigns
- Basic experience with photography or video editing
- Familiarity with website or digital content platforms
- Experience preparing files for print production
- Understanding of brand guidelines and visual identity systems
Dayton Freight is one of the most respected regional LTL carriers in the Midwest, known for exceptional service, strong leadership, and a culture built on integrity. Our team members take pride in the work they do and the role they play in supporting customers across the region. Joining Dayton Freight means being part of a company that values people, quality, and long-term growth.
Benefits
- Stable and growing organization
- Competitive weekly pay
- Professional, positive, and people-centered work environment
- Modern facilities and equipment
- Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and 401(k)
- Paid holidays (8)
- Paid vacation and personal days