Graphic Designer/Proposal Coordinator

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Clayco is seeking a professional to help with bringing our extensive collection of projects to life. This is a full-time position in which the ideal candidate understands the importance of meeting client and company goals from a branding perspective. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for creativity and problem solving while being able to develop a working knowledge of the industry.

The position will be based out of the Chicago office and will report to the Corporate Marketing Manager.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize, coordinate and produce qualifications and proposal responses as well as presentations that meet the project specific requirements. 
• Work with Marketing and Communications teams to design marketing collateral to support launches and updates of the multiple Clayco projects 
• Create visual mockups for online and offline channels within the brand standards of an established brand. 
• Support leadership team with up-to-date and precise presentation files, pitch decks and meeting collateral 
• Manage multiple projects with varying timelines

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA or Associates of Design, Marketing or a related discipline 
• 5+ years of experience designing clean, professional marketing materials 
• Experience with an architecture or construction firm submitting marketing packages is a bonus 
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Powerpoint 
• Expertise in layouts, typography and marketing design language 
• Excellent communication skills (written and visual) 
• Collaborative and proactive personality 
• Conscientious problem solver 
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team 
• Detail oriented

BONUS:

• Knowledge of the construction industry and real estate markets 
• Experience in the construction industry 
• Marketing Department Experience in public sector proposal management