Jr. Online Graphic Designer

Nutshell; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Health/Vision/Dental Coverage

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Nutshell is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join their Ann Arbor team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design or related fields and a portfolio showcasing their skills. This is an entry-level position where you'll create engaging content and collaborate closely with the marketing team to enhance brand consistency.

Candidates passionate about design and eager to learn will thrive in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth in a fast-paced SaaS company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design, UX, or a related field.
• GPA above 3.4 preferred.
• Portfolio showcasing graphic design work.

Responsibilities

• Design marketing assets using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Collaborate with the marketing team for design refinement.
• Support Nutshell's objectives with creative solutions.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Graphic Design

Web Design

UX Design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Hi there! We're WebFX, a full‑funnel revenue marketing agency based in the US. We've been 10x named a Best Place To Work, and we'd love to meet you! We are a fast‑growing company of more than 700 FXers, that has doubled in size over the past 5 years, with talented team members in 6 US offices, 20+ states, and now based around the globe (and representing 18+ different countries!). While WebFX and our subsidiary companies, such as Nutshell CRM, SEO.com, and TeamAI, are growing rapidly, we are committed to growing strategically and sustainably, and that starts with growing our team of the #BestCoworkers - that’s where you come in!

We're looking for talented professionals to join our Ann Arbor office location – home to the Nutshell team! Nutshell is an award‑winning CRM and email marketing platform, and as of 2022, WebFX and Nutshell have officially joined forces. Our teams work together closely to provide the very best products and services to our clients, and we're on the hunt for people just like you, who take pride in their work and want to be part of a company that does too.

You Might Be a Great Fit For This Position if You Have…

A Bachelor’s Degree

• Successful Nutshellers in this role have majored in graphic design, web design, UX, and other related fields
• GPA above 3.4

A Background in Design

• Please include a portfolio showcasing excellent graphic design work, with a premium on web design and/or UX work – we want to get a sense of your style!
• We’re looking for an excellent design eye and a thorough understanding of how to apply design fundamentals such as Typography, Hierarchy, Layout, etc.

A Few Related Skills and Experiences

(This is an entry‑level role, and experience in every one of these areas is not required – training is provided on all core platforms, tools, and technologies you will need to know! But the following skills/experience are awesome to have, and will help get your career off to a running start:)

• 0‑2 years of experience – we’re absolutely open to candidates with no prior full‑time work experience, but we’d love to see an internship/part‑time/summer job experience in that case!
• Outstanding skills in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Figma
• Knowledge of web design/graphic design/UX best practices
• Knowledge of responsive design best practices
• HTML/CSS coding experience (not required but a plus)
• Experience in creating end‑to‑end UX processes and workflows, including user journeys, task analysis, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, and evaluative research methods
• Understanding of how to use design artifacts to effectively build alignment, communicate ideas, and deliver an experience
• Experience in SaaS product design – a bonus!

Any of these Signature Nutsheller Traits!

• You’re passionate about UX and web design – you even find yourself spending your free time designing and learning new technologies!
• You are passionate about typography and color theory
• You have a high level of design skill and technical proficiency
• You’re energized by designing memorable and effective experiences online
• You take direction well, but aren’t afraid to take initiative and make decisions
• You see yourself as a problem‑solver, and face challenges with a can‑do mindset
• You put the customer and their goals first
• You are a professional, dependable, and independent worker with a solid work ethic
• You’re self‑motivated, thrive on challenges, and enjoy getting things done
• You have an eye for detail and dedication to high‑quality work
• You have an exceptional level of follow‑through
• You possess excellent time/project management skills
• You work with a sense of urgency and can consistently meet deadlines
• You are an outstanding communicator and possess strong interpersonal skills
• You are a lifelong learner who loves to grow and stretch outside of your comfort zone, and are always looking to improve your skills

If any of these sound like you, then we want to hear from you! We are committed to growing 1% better every day, and we believe working at Nutshell could quite possibly make your life 1(00)% better!

In This Role, You’ll Get To…

• Design and create engaging content marketing assets, including web graphics, advertisements, and digital marketing materials, using Adobe Creative Suite tools.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to test, iterate, and refine designs to improve performance and brand consistency across channels.
• Translate goals, research, and feedback into thoughtful, high‑quality creative solutions that support Nutshell’s marketing objectives.
• Work within and help maintain our existing design system and UI pattern library to ensure visual consistency and efficiency.
• Learn and grow your design skills by contributing to real‑world projects, receiving feedback, and experimenting with new ideas and approaches.

What You’ll Get From Us!

As a product team

Nutshell’s product team offers the opportunity to learn from a smart group of teammates who support and drive one another to succeed. Today, our product group comprises nine designers and engineers. Some have decades of experience, some are just out of college with their degree, and a few have entered this field as a second career.

As a company

• Opportunities to learn and thrive in a friendly, growing SaaS business
• A commitment to an inclusive environment that supports our diverse team
• A connection to Ann Arbor’s software and startup community through our network of friends and partners
• A modern office located on Ashley Street in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor
• Flexibility in working modes and locations, as we regroup at our office, and support other distributed team members
• The sincerity and commitment of an established company: excellent health benefits, 401(k) matching, an experienced leadership team, and a profitable, growing financial position
• The opportunity to help thousands of small businesses each day
• Trust and autonomy to ensure you can be the best version of you

Potential promotional path for Jr Graphic Designer

• Graphic Designer
• Associate Graphic Designer
• Associate Lead Graphic Designer
• Lead Graphic Designer
• Sr. Graphic Designer

Compensation

• Negotiable based on work experience
• Potential additional bonus may be offered for GPA’s of 3.8+ or graduating with high honors

Why Choose WebFX?

• We’ve been named the Best Place To Work in our home state of Pennsylvania 10 times
• We have offices in Guatemala, South Africa, St. Petersburg FL, Ft. Myers FL, Lancaster, and York, PA – and we're continuing to grow!
• Entry‑level roles – over 90% of our openings are open to brand new college grads!
• Flexible Schedule (start your day between 8 and 10 am – when you do your best work!)
• All technology & equipment provided (every FXer receives a tech set‑up valued at ~$1500)
• Pet Friendly Office
• Profit Sharing
• 150% Company Match Of Personal Charity Donations
• Our #FXBuilds program is set to positively impact 10,000 people around the world by 2024 – and every individual FXer’s work directly contributes!
• Supplemental Insurance
• 100% Company Match 401K (up to 4%)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Wellness Program, including a free FitBit and fitness challenges
• Love to learn? FXLearns Library with hundreds of personal and professional growth books
• Humanitarian Trips
• Health/Vision/Dental Coverage, including FSA and HSA options with contribution matching
• New Parent Support
• Casual Dress Code
• Home Buyer Program
• Personal Desk Fund
• Green Commute Benefits
• Pawternity Leave
• Merit‑based promotions – we promote from within, you will move up and grow here!

The opportunity to be part of a passionate, driven team where we pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality work that makes a real‑world impact for our clients.

Nutshell is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing and fostering an inclusive environment where all people, including women, minorities, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups are supported, respected, and encouraged to excel within STEM careers. Our goal as an organization is to empower our team to achieve their personal best, bring people together, and provide equal opportunity to do so regardless of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability or disability, or political affiliation. You can learn more on our parent company's website here.