What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Design Co-op (Spring 2026) - Cincinnati, OH position at Messer Construction Co.?
Description
Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities, and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences. Founded in 1932, Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee.
The graphic designer is responsible for creating and delivering compelling print and digital design solutions. The candidate should be self-motivated and organized and enjoy working in a highly collaborative environment.
What Will You Do
All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.
Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities, and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences. Founded in 1932, Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee.
The graphic designer is responsible for creating and delivering compelling print and digital design solutions. The candidate should be self-motivated and organized and enjoy working in a highly collaborative environment.
What Will You Do
- Support Angelee Holbrook, the full-time Graphic Designer, and Lindsey Montgomery, the Strategic Marketing Manager, in executing design projects that align with Messer’s branding and marketing goals.
- Assist in conceptualizing, developing, and implementing creative designs for marketing materials across various platforms.
- Collaborate with the Pursuit Marketing team to create custom graphics that support sales efforts and business development initiatives.
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality design standards.
- Organize and manage digital assets to ensure efficiency in accessing and utilizing design files.
- Gain hands-on experience with print production, from preparing files for press to reviewing final outputs.
- Take creative direction and feedback from multiple team members while maintaining a collaborative and adaptable approach.
- Currently pursuing a degree in graphic design or a related field.
- Co-op or internship experience in graphic design is a plus.
- Good understanding of fundamental design principles for both web and print, including typography, composition, color theory, and information hierarchy.
- Familiarity with the print production process, including preparing pre-press files.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with some skills in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Basic knowledge of video editing software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, or After Effects a plus.
- HTML and CSS knowledge is a plus.
- Experience or coursework in a B2B setting and/or professional services environment is a plus.
- Experience with email marketing platforms like Campaign Monitor is a plus.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.
Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.
