Senior Graphic Designer

Merritt Group is a B2B technology creative/marketing/PR agency based in McLean, VA. We are a remote-first company so employees can be based anywhere in the US (some travel may be required a few times per year). This position requires a portfolio to be submitted with your application, and experience with Figma specifically. KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES You work closely with the graphic design team and collaborate with the broader studio team to strategize, ideate, and deliver the strongest deliverables to our client - spanning a range of print and digital interactive mediums including web (Figma), PowerPoint, email, social, video, animation, and photographyYou have the ability to work independently and own projects from conception to execution.You have a robust portfolio reflecting experience in branding, web design, presentations, infographics, digital/interactive, advertising, and print designYou are proficient with Mac platform, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft OfficeYou jump in with imaginative ideas that turn our client's brand vision into compelling conceptsYou're building strong relationships with clients and they go to you directly You exhibit extraordinary drive and ambition and are evolving into a leader and mentor for the graphic design teamYou proactively drive client programs forward, deliver results and consistently bring new ideas to the table both for clients and the agency more broadlyYou demonstrate curiosity and initiative in technology, digital media, marketing, and creative You are a proactive, resourceful, and positive driver of the agency's culture, image, and brand KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Overall Account Support & Client RelationsYou collaborate with team members to produce print and digital products, graphic design, web design, digital design, video, and photographyYou're able to manage parts of larger client accounts and/or play a strong second to managers on other accountsYou ensure account and project goals are met and meet or exceed all deadlinesYou're able to lead client meetings with confidence, driving the agenda forward and ensuring we're engaged and on track; you're able to manage meeting follow-up independentlyYou proactively contribute meaningful input both strategically and tactically in client and internal team meetingsYou're vocal internally, sharing ideas across your client channels as well as agency channelsYou proactively and consistently bring new ideas to the table "” for clients and/or internal teams or committeesYou strive to do more than is required or expected in your role; without being asked, you do things for the client or team that help drive campaigns or programs forward You can juggle multiple projects and competing deadlines well, re-prioritizing when necessary, and you help teammates do the sameYou have a persistent focus on results, and you push yourself and the team to exceed expectations You show a genuine interest in the technology landscape and take the time to learn each client's business and the competitive environment "” and you regularly share those learnings with your account teams and the broader agencyYou take the time to learn each client's business and competitive landscapeBusiness DevelopmentYou treat Merritt Group as a client, identifying new opportunities and areas of growth, and engage, amplify, and contribute to our brand You assist with the development of business development prospect listsYou provide input into strategic documents like high level background research and participate in brainstorming new ideas for business development You may be asked to play a more prominent role as one of the account leads in new business pitchesYou attend at least one networking event per quarter Agency OperationsYou look for ways to streamline efficiencies across the agency and are vocal when you have ideasYou've taken ownership or share ownership of an agency initiativeThis position may also require other duties as assigned.

Created: 2025-01-31