Sr. Graphics Designer and Creative Operations Lead - Public Engagement

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Sr. Graphics Designer and Creative Operations Lead at LJA Public Engagement Division, you will be responsible for crafting visually compelling designs for community outreach and public involvement campaigns with branding and communication materials for print, digital and web while mentoring junior team members and managing design work. You'll collaborate with client service teams to conceptualize and deliver designs that will reach and educate a wide audience. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can move fluidly between projects and clients, understanding how individual deliverables contribute to larger campaigns and evolving client goals. Additionally, you will be responsible for identifying design, marketing, or other creative contracts for which the Division can apply.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Create and maintain visual assets for print and digital, including advertisements, brochures, presentations, event materials, and infographics of several different client brand standards.
• Competence in designing and maintaining user-friendly websites and landing pages on platforms like Wix and SquareSpace.
• Translate and simplify technical planning exhibits into reader-friendly infographics, diagrams, maps, and other visual renderings.
• Take ownership of design projects, managing them from concept to final delivery with quality and consistency, including delegating work to production assistant/junior designer and freelance/contract help
• Manage professional printing orders and ensuring print quality, as well as screen and partner with vendors for special projects i.e. photography and video shoots, livestream web event production, etc.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan project design approach and forecast production timelines and budgets.
• Mentor production assistant/junior designer by providing constructive feedback, fostering creativity, and sharing expertise, with the potential to help shape and grow the team as needs evolve.
• Recommend enhancements to design processes, tools, and materials for continuous improvement.
• Work directly with Senior Leadership on high-visibility or controversial client projects
• Work directly with Senior Leadership on creative operations and strategy

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field from an accredited institution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of professional design experience, preferably in corporate or agency environments.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in digital, print, and web design, emphasizing branding and conceptual thinking.
• Demonstrated understanding of accessibility considerations in visual design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft Office.
• Competence in designing and maintaining user-friendly websites and landing pages on platforms like Wix and SquareSpace.
• Deep understanding of branding, typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills to articulate ideas effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to see how deliverables interconnect and align with broader project goals.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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