Graphic Designer

Cottingham & Butler; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottingham & Butler in Dubuque, Iowa is looking for a talented Graphic Designer to support the Corporate Marketing team. The position involves creating visually appealing assets for both print and digital platforms, contributing to marketing campaigns and internal communications.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field, 1-4 years of design experience, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. A robust portfolio showcasing multi-format campaign works is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Required portfolio of 5-8 pieces showing multi-format campaign work.
• 1-4 years of professional design experience.
• Ability to work independently and on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging visual content for marketing and corporate communications.
• Support the execution of marketing campaigns from initial concept through delivery.
• Collaborate with team members to understand project objectives and audience needs.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Multi-format campaign work

User experience principles

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Job description

The Graphic Designer plays a key role in supporting the Corporate Marketing team by developing visually compelling, brand-aligned assets across both print and digital platforms. This position is well-suited for a creative professional who is enthusiastic about contributing ideas and partnering with cross-functional teams in a corporate setting. In this role, you will bring design concepts to life in support of marketing campaigns, internal communications, and brand initiatives, while continuing to build expertise in branding, production processes, and user experience best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging visual content for marketing and corporate communications, spanning digital channels (email, web graphics, social media, digital advertising) and print materials.
• Support the execution of marketing campaigns from initial concept through final delivery, following established brand standards and direction.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office tools to develop high-quality layouts, graphics, and visual content.
• Apply and follow corporate brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all visual communications.
• Collaborate with marketing team members and internal partners to understand project objectives, timelines, and audience needs.
• Incorporate basic user experience principles into designs to support calls-to-action, landing pages, and lead-generation efforts.

What You Bring

• Portfolio required: 5–8 pieces showing multi-format campaign work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Working proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• 1–4 years of professional design experience.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a team, on multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently and efficiently.