Part Time Graphic Design

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world's leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI's products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service.

We are seeking a Graphic Designer who will play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of our groundbreaking products. You'll be able to focus on your craft, creating inspiring visuals that spark the imagination of our followers, partners, and team members. We're looking for an experienced, self-sufficient designer to help elevate how DCI shows up across every channel, producing high-quality work that spans digital, print, product, packaging, and large-format trade show environments, all while keeping our brand sharp and consistent.

You are a creative designer with a passion for storytelling and a desire to connect with people worldwide. You are looking for an opportunity to shape the creative direction from start to finish at a world-leading company. Design and Production

Design across digital (social, email, web) and print (collateral, brochures, signage, booth graphics)

Build and maintain polished, on-brand PowerPoint presentations for training, sales, marketing, and internal communications

Design assets for Mailchimp email campaigns and deploy digital publications using Flipsnack

Lead the design and production of trade show materials including booth graphics, banners, backdrops, pop-ups, and event collateral

Design product packaging and label artwork, managing files through the full production process

Create 3D product renderings and visualizations using KeyShot to support sales, marketing, and trade show needs

Create visual content that appeals to a global audience while respecting and reflecting local cultures, languages, and consumer behaviors, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances and the ability to adapt visual storytelling to fit diverse audience needs

Planning

Work closely with subject matter experts, training personnel, and project teams to plan and execute high-quality content

Manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal oversight, hitting deadlines without sacrificing quality

Demonstrate adaptability and strong problem-solving skills, making quick adjustments to product launches and content based on real-time feedback from global teams and local audiences

Project Coordination

Engage in detailed discussions with internal clients, product and engineering product managers, and other project stakeholders to fully understand each project's audience, objectives, and messaging

Create visual media that aligns with the intended message and resonates with the target audience

Work with the Brand Manager to support brand consistency across all touchpoints, internally and externally

Partner with the Global Creative Content Manager to bring campaigns to life

Work cross-functionally with product managers, subject matter experts, and global teams to ensure work aligns with both global brand strategies and local market needs

Travel up to 10% of the time to support trade shows and events

Maintain a commitment to staying current on cultural nuances, consumer trends, and technological advancements to ensure our visual content remains relevant, respectful, and effective on a global scale

6+ years of graphic design experience, in-house or agency

B2B industry experience, ideally in manufacturing, industrial, or technical product environments

Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Figma

Working knowledge of Mailchimp and Flipsnack for email and digital publication design

Demonstrated ability to design for global audiences with cultural sensitivity and adaptability

Proven track record of collaborating with cross‑functional teams including content managers, subject matter experts, and global marketing teams

A portfolio that demonstrates range, from brand‑level work to production‑heavy deliverables

Strong communication skills and a collaborative, low‑drama attitude

Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%

Experience with SketchUp for 3D modeling or spatial visualization

Experience working within or evolving an established brand system

Motion graphics or basic video editing skills

Experience with product photography workflows

Experience with Craft CMS

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Ability to arrange sets and lighting to capture professional video and photo content

Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs)

Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company

401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately)

Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave

11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday

Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year)

DCI is proud to offer comprehensive compensation packages including competitive base pay and discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses to all part-time and full-time team members. To ensure equity, our compensation philosophy is to bring people into new roles in the range of the mid-point of that role. Factors consideredfor payinclude thelevel of skill,experience, training, external market factors, and internal value.

Profit sharing bonus: Over the last 3 years, quarterly bonuses ranged between 11% and 16%. Future bonuses could be higher or lower depending on company profits

We Celebrate Inclusion

DCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. It is DCI's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy includes the full & complete support of the Company and all levels of leadership.