Senior Visual Communication Designer
Minneapolis, MN
Senior Visual Communication Designer - ( 240001U7 )
Description
Grow with the best. Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that accomplishes operational excellence. The Stantec community unites more than 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across 6 continents.
Your Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Pursuits, Environmental Services, the Senior Visual Communication Designer (SVCD) is a design expert that applies practical knowledge to promote the vision of the company through high-quality design work. The SVCD collaborates with dedicated environmental services marketing and business development professionals to artfully develop and execute visual concepts within our existing design framework and partners with key stakeholders to establish Stantec’s position in multiple target markets.
Success is represented by the development of Stantec’s relationship with key clients, building on the reputation of the firm and our success at winning work. The role includes working as part of the Environmental Services Strategic Pursuits team, in support of business operating unit leadership and practitioners to build our brand awareness and identify market opportunities for top line growth.
Key Responsibilities
The heart of this position consists of three core responsibilities:
Brand Application - Elevate our brand to achieve creative and iconic design solutions
Design Discipline - Implement design best practices across disciplines
Project Management - Help lead planning and organizing design projects
The SVCD is an ambassador of the brand and applies all three of these core responsibilities with equal importance.
Brand Application:
Create and execute a broad and diverse portfolio of design projects working towards compelling and iconic design solutions that align with our brand
Design proposal and business development materials focusing on revenue generation opportunities (top client pursuits, top business line clients) and brand promotions
Produce digital, social, and email marketing materials following brand programs and guidelines
Design for special events (client receptions, virtual and in-person trade shows, webinars etc.), incorporating visual experiences that are memorable and educational
Communicate key messages effectively and tailor designs to the audience and business requirements
Provide strategic recommendations on appropriate mediums and tactics to help achieve successful outcomes (print and/or digital)
Exercises independent judgment to analyze issues, interpret information, and select methods and solutions to resolve problems within standard practice guidelines
Function as a key marketing photography contact, providing on-site art direction
Prepare creative briefs for photographers and contribute ideas that bring to life our photography guidelines
Design Discipline:
Collaborate with strategic pursuits team members on projects (proposal and business development materials) as a brand champion, sharing insights for potential improvement in the areas of brand alignment and visual communication
Participate in design peer 1:1 partnerships, sharing inspiration and ideas
Work with the design/marketing team to educate internal clients on brand guidelines and design best practices
Deliver design/template training and share updates with environmental services business operating unit
Share insight on the implementation of brand standards with the Director, Brand & Design
Project Management:
Manage design projects from concept to completion
Lead brainstorming sessions and developing ideas for project themes
Seek input proactively and engage others for contributions; conducting meetings to understand needs/scope of a project
Present creative concepts to team members and internal clients, sharing the inspiration behind their work
Incorporate feedback in a thoughtful way, responding with several options
Manage and complete all work on time, within brand guidelines, and error-free; reporting status of projects to supervisor
Organize tasks, prioritize, and successfully juggling multiple projects and priorities
Expertly link short timeframes with high-quality work
Move projects through production, liaison with external vendors if required (print, etc.)
Qualifications
Your Capabilities & Credentials
Thorough understanding of and expertise in the role of a VCD
Detail oriented and organized, with exceptional prioritization skills
Ability to effectively balance conflicting priorities
Commitment to client service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to effectively communicate with senior management, supervisors, peers, and clients, internally and externally
Ability to work effectively within a group as well as independently motivated with minimal supervision
Strong presentation skills in small or large group environments, with proficiency in presentation support tools
Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, strong experience in design on SharePoint
Working knowledge in digital design best practices, UX, Ceros, After Effects, XD an asset
Awareness that ongoing training may involve professional development courses in the evenings or on weekends
Available to work overtime to meet project deadlines on an as needed basis
Education & Experience
Degree or diploma in Visual Communication Design
5 - 10 years of professional graphic design experience in the A/E/C industry
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time.
Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):
Salary Range(s):
Outside NYC $32.79 - Outside NYC $47.55 Min/Max Pay Range(s) for postings located in NYC/NY
$36.06 - $52.31 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO and HI
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Other Locations : United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-New York-Albany, United States-Georgia-Alpharetta, United States-Colorado-Fort Collins
Organization : BC-2094 Marketing & Communications-US BOU
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Apr 26, 2024, 8:55:03 AM
Req ID: 240001U7
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
