Graphic Designer

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The San Francisco office of SmithGroup is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our team.

Working with us you will:

• Design and/or produce high level art and copy layouts, presentations, promotional and project materials and brochures to support the goals of internal marketing strategies and/or client projects including report layouts, infographics, award submittals, and project graphics.
• Assist in/coordinate implementation of corporate identity.
• Coordinate project and other office photography and video production.
• Work with cross-collaborative teams; provide art direction and technology guidance.
• Maintain knowledge of design trends.
• Analyze internal client needs and recommends suitable approaches or options to consider.
• Help develop strategy on project-specific marketing activities as well as studio marketing initiatives.
• Assist in research of target markets and clients as directed.
• Support public relations activities, such as media pitches, special events, etc.
  
  

An ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1- 3 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Word, Acrobat, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of MS Outlook and SharePoint programs preferred.
• Ability to understand principles of layout and application to marketing materials.
• Eye for design details, such as typography, alignment, hierarchy, etc.
• Ability to summarize text and craft an effective written message when needed.
• Knowledge of the print process, proper file setup for print production and experience working directly with print vendors.
• Understanding of video creation and video editing tools, such as Adobe Premier Pro, is a plus.
• Knowledge of other presentation technologies is a plus.
  
  

Additional Preffered Skills

• Motion Design: An understanding of how to animate typography and graphic elements for the SmithGroup website, social channels and other interactive outputs in After Effects. A knack for music, transitions and timing is a plus.
• Digital Design: A solid foundation in UI/UX and an understanding of front-end development and/or design in Webflow would be a bonus. This could be applied by creating marketing landing pages, microsites or interactive elements for the web.
  
  

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $83,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to