Graphic Designer

Applied Industrial Technologies; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies is seeking a creative Graphic Designer to join our marketing team. You will contribute to visual content across digital, print, and web channels, helping communicate our brand and engage audiences.

This role offers hands-on experience across campaigns, brand guidelines, and multi-brand projects in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with marketing, sales, and internal teams to deliver on-brand visuals, support HubSpot workflows, and stay current with

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of graphic design experience (internships or freelance work considered).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Experience with Figma and/or Adobe XD.
• Familiarity with Canva Pro and marketing platforms such as HubSpot.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and layout.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce visual assets across a wide range of mediums, including digital campaigns, social media, email, web, and print collateral.
• Create graphics, layouts, illustrations, and basic animations that align with brand standards.
• Ensure brand consistency across all materials, including color, typography, imagery, and overall visual identity.
• Support the evolution of brand guidelines and contribute creative ideas to strengthen brand presence.
• Develop templates and visual assets within HubSpot for blogs, emails, and social media campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and other internal teams to bring campaigns and initiatives to life.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve creative output.
• Update website content, imagery, and layouts as needed.
• Design and build landing pages aligned with campaign goals.
• Create wireframes, storyboards, and prototypes using tools such as Figma or Adobe XD.
• Communicate design concepts and specifications effectively to developers.
• Apply a basic understanding of HTML/CSS (JavaScript knowledge is a plus).

Skills

Graphic design

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma / Adobe XD

Branding & typography

HubSpot & Canva Pro

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

HTML/CSS basics

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Figma

Adobe XD

HubSpot

Canva Pro

Job description

Graphic Designer

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join our dynamic marketing team supporting two business units. In this role, you will contribute to the development of compelling visual content that engages audiences and communicates our brand effectively across a variety of channels.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer to gain hands-on experience across digital, print, and web-based projects while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce visual assets across a wide range of mediums, including digital campaigns, social media, email, web, and print collateral
• Create graphics, layouts, illustrations, and basic animations that align with brand standards
• Ensure brand consistency across all materials, including color, typography, imagery, and overall visual identity
• Support the evolution of brand guidelines and contribute creative ideas to strengthen brand presence
• Develop templates and visual assets within HubSpot for blogs, emails, and social media campaigns
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and other internal teams to bring campaigns and initiatives to life
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve creative output

UX/UI & Web Support

• Update website content, imagery, and layouts as needed
• Design and build landing pages aligned with campaign goals
• Create wireframes, storyboards, and prototypes using tools such as Figma or Adobe XD
• Communicate design concepts and specifications effectively to developers
• Apply a basic understanding of HTML/CSS (JavaScript knowledge is a plus)

Qualifications & Skills

• 1 - 3 years of graphic design experience (internships or freelance work considered)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience with Figma and/or Adobe XD
• Familiarity with Canva Pro and marketing platforms such as HubSpot
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and layout
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

What You'll Bring

• A creative mindset with a passion for visual storytelling
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within the role

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to build a diverse portfolio across multiple brands and industries
• Exposure to a wide range of marketing initiatives and campaigns
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and development
• Ability to make a direct impact on brand and marketing performance

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.