Senior Graphic Designer

Civitas Agency, LLC; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (BCBS Gold)

4-day in-office schedule (Downtown, is

Hybrid work arrangement after 6 months

Job summary

Civitas Agency, a creative communications and public affairs firm in Downtown Nashville, seeks a Senior Graphic Designer to support a roster of government agencies, economic development groups, and nonprofits. You will design websites, social content, and campaigns using Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, with an emphasis on UX and brand consistency.

Initial 4-day in-office schedule in Downtown Nashville, transitioning to hybrid within six months.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing exceptional website design projects.
• Proficiency in UX design principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Extensive experience working with Figma.
• Strong visual design skills, including layout composition, typography, color theory, and iconography.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies to both internal teams and clients.
• Fluency with AI-powered creative tools and a demonstrated ability to incorporate AI into your creative workflow.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualization, design, and execution of visually appealing websites that align with client goals and brand guidelines.
• Develop user-centric website experiences in Figma and Webflow by employing UX principles, including user research, information architecture, wireframing, and prototyping.
• Present design concepts and strategies to clients, communicating the rationale behind design decisions and addressing feedback.
• Create engaging static images and animations for social media platforms, aligning with the brand's visual identity and objectives.
• Prepare advertising campaigns, including ad visuals, banners, and promotional materials that communicate the brand message to the target audience.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite to design and produce assets for marketing and promotional purposes.
• Develop compelling logo designs and brand identity systems that communicate the brand's values and differentiate it from competitors.
• Collaborate with teammates to develop creative concepts and campaigns that drive brand awareness and customer engagement.
• Ensure all design deliverables meet project timelines, quality standards, and budget requirements.

Skills

Portfolio presentation

UX design principles

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Figma

Job description

Civitas Agency, a creative communications and public affairs firm located in Downtown Nashville, is seeking a highly talented and motivated Senior Graphic Designer to join our agency to support our client roster of government agencies, economic development organizations, trade associations and politically minded nonprofits across Tennessee and nationally.

The ideal candidate MUST be located in the Greater Nashville Region. The right candidate will be hired based on their talent and portfolio—not their years of experience.

As a senior graphic designer, you will design and develop visually stunning websites, create compelling social media content and craft innovative advertising campaigns. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator), Figma will be essential to excel in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualization, design, and execution of visually appealing websites that align with client goals and brand guidelines.
• Develop user-centric website experiences in Figma and Webflow by employing UX principles, including user research, information architecture, wireframing, and prototyping.
• Present design concepts and strategies to clients, effectively communicating the rationale behind design decisions and addressing feedback.
• Create engaging static images and animations for social media platforms, ensuring they align with the brand's visual identity and objectives.
• Prepare advertising campaigns, including ad visuals, banners, and promotional materials, that effectively communicate the brand's message and engage the target audience.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, to design and produce high-quality assets for various marketing and promotional purposes.
• Develop compelling logo designs and brand identity systems that effectively communicate the brand's values, differentiate it from competitors and resonate with the target audience.
• Collaborate with teammates to develop creative concepts and campaigns that drive brand awareness and customer engagement.
• Ensure all design deliverables meet project timelines, quality standards, and budget requirements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing exceptional website design projects that highlight your ability to create visually engaging and user-friendly experiences.
• Proficiency in UX design principles, methodologies, and best practices, including user research, information architecture, wireframing, and prototyping.
• Extensive experience working with design tools such as Figma
• Strong visual design skills, including layout composition, typography, color theory, and iconography.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies to both internal teams and clients.
• Fluency with AI-powered creative tools and a demonstrated ability to incorporate AI into your creative workflow.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel in-state and out-of-state
• Ability to comfortably and professionally interact with elected officials and local governments

Compensation and Schedule:

• Competitive salary with year-end profit share
• BCBS Gold Health Insurance Plan
• This position will begin with a 4-day in-office schedule in Downtown Nashville, with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid work arrangement within six months.

Apply:

• Submit your salary requirements and a link to your portfolio website that showcases your UX design and content creation capabilities to [e-mail].