Job Description

Performance Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer for its Marketing Communications 960 department based in Lenexa, Kansas. We’re looking for a creative partner who is passionate about collaborating with internal stakeholders to conceptualize, design, and deliver compelling visual solutions for a variety of internal and external projects.

About You: Creativity & Mindset

• You are a highly creative thinker and a visual problem-solver who can articulate abstract ideas with clarity and precision.
• You are eager to join a dynamic team of marketers and strategic thinkers, where you can further develop your expertise and produce high-quality, tailored design solutions.
• You recognize the significance of branding and are committed to working within established brand guidelines to maintain consistency and impact.
• You possess an extensive knowledge and command of composition, layout, typography, and color theory.
• You are willing to take ownership of individual projects and thrive working in a collaborative team environment.
• You bring a strong customer service mindset and the ability to build client relationships within the PCG organization and with external clients.
• You are open to creative feedback and input from peers and clients, using it as an opportunity to collaborate, refine, and critique concepts in order the achieve optimal outcomes.
• You are a self-starter with an eye for detail, strong interpersonal skills, and knowledge of industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Elevate our brand by generating creative campaigns and marketing materials that inspire, educate, and connect with our audience
• Develop compelling designs and graphics for a wide range of efforts including infographics, advertisements, digital and social media campaigns, signage, conference/event materials, and more
• Collaborate with various teams to support high impact campaigns and business pursuits. Including the design and layout of proposals, presentations, and other key materials
• Coordinate the design process from concept through delivery. Managing both internal clients and external vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials
• Collaborate with the marketing team to implement workflow best practices and organization of graphic assets
• Utilize a ticketing system for project management and communication with internal clients
• Develop intuitive and user-friendly templates and resources for internal teams including proposals, presentations, and social media. Leveraging platforms such as Word, PowerPoint, Canva, InDesign, and others to enhance efficiency while maintaining brand consistency companywide
• Provide support and tutorials to colleagues when necessary

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 3 years' experience in a graphic design role
• Degree in fine arts, graphic design, visual communications, or the equivalent work experience
• Must provide a strong portfolio illustrating unique, creative designs in a variety of applications and mediums
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Reliable decision-making skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Proficient in Mac OS computer skills
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop), Microsoft Office Suit, and Apple Keynote
• Ability to multitask and re-prioritize projects in a fast paced environment without losing attention to detail or quality of work product

Preferred Requirements

• Experience creating compelling vector illustrations and developing custom iconography to visually communicate complex ideas clearly, consistently, and efficiently
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, or the construction (AEC) industry, especially working with business development and marketing teams on proposals and presentations
• Experience with Data Asset Management (DAM) systems a plus
• Experience leveraging AI to enhance design processes and workflows
• Graphic design experience gained through traditional employment, rather than sole freelance work, is highly preferred
• Local to the Kansas City metro area preferred