GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job title: Graphic Designer

Department: Creative

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Reports to: Art Director

Supervises: None

FLSA Status: Full Time, Exempt

Position Summary:

This role develops and executes creative and graphic design for large-scale corporate events,

including proposals, event theme design and logos, presentations (PowerPoint and Keynote),

and environmental signage in both digital and print mediums, while abiding with each unique

brand standard and event theme. Responsibilities also include design work for ongoing internal

and marketing applications, in line with LEO’s brand direction: unique, professional, creative,

striking, clean, innovative, and attention-getting without being over-designed. This role

communicates original, memorable messages within simple yet bold design.

Job Responsibilities:

• Content design and development using a wide variety of applications, both internal and

external

• Propose and deliver creative design solutions, both working alone using own initiative

and collaboratively as part of a team

• Maintain creative assets for LEO's clients and brand, and sustain a database to

expeditiously track such assets using own initiative where applicable

• Adhere to and maintain the integrity and continuous development of the company brand

standards for internal applications, as well as a variety of clients

• Produce internal company graphic needs, including capabilities documents, logos, small

print pieces, advertisements, and e-newsletters

• Produce external company needs alongside senior Creative team leaders to produce

exceptional client-facing work for RFPs (proposals), content, registration assets, signage,

etc.

• Work with Creative department, team members, and freelancers as applicable

to complete design needs in a fast-paced environment

• Take ownership of internal, marketing, and client project collateral responsibilities based

on delegated ongoing projects as assigned and assess need for updated design based

on industry trends and research

• Display a level of ownership/management over smaller event graphic needs, and

delegate to other designers accordingly, in conjunction with direction from leadership.

• Potential to present ideation and graphic assets on client calls

• Able and willing to travel and work nights and/or weekends as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a design-related field or equivalent work experience

• 4–5 years’ design experience

• Expert knowledge in Mac OSX, Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,

and mid-level knowledge in Keynote/PowerPoint and Canva

• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs and Slides

• Knowledge in Generative AI a plus, but not required

• Knowledge in Dropbox and Asana a plus, but not required

• Proficiency in cataloging and editing photos and graphics

• Corporate live events/production experience a plus, but not required

• Ability to utilize filing systems and department processes

• Ability to track time within the company’s system

Competencies:

• Respects and maintains confidentiality

• Strong ability to take direction and run with it, self-starter, positive attitude, but also

proactive to ask questions and willing to learn and grow

• Detail oriented

• Ability to interact collaboratively with multiple teams and design department members

• Highly motivated, with a strong work ethic and proactive mindset

• Ability to take notes and receive constructive feedback

• Professional and positive approach

• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Comfortable working in a remote/virtual setting

• Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize project requests

Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands:

This position involves a combination of office-based work and onsite responsibilities. Office work

may require extended periods of computer work.

While onsite, the position requires the ability to remain active for extended periods, including

frequent standing and walking throughout event venues. The role may involve navigating large

venues, moving between event spaces, and working extended event days. The employee must

be able to lift, carry, push, or move items weighing up to 25 pounds as needed to perform

essential job duties.

Onsite work may take place in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments and may involve

exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, noise levels, crowds, uneven surfaces,

and other conditions typical of live events and event venues.

Company Summary:

LEO Events is an award-winning, people-first experiential agency and part of the Hoffmann

Family of Companies. Since our formation in 2012, we've built a reputation for delivering bold

ideas, exceptional quality, and measurable value shaping some of the industry's most successful

experiences for the biggest brands in business.