Graphic Designer

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D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned company with a rich history spanning more than 90 years. We are dedicated to conducting our business in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and delivering outstanding service to our clients and each other. We support a friendly, open and supportive culture, and encourage candid communication and productive engagement that make our companies and each of us better.

Just as we work to improve our clients’ financial well-being, we also work to strengthen local communities—and giving back is one of our core values. You can learn more about our company culture and impact in our latest annual report.

Create innovative and engaging marketing materials designed to increase market share and sales while strengthening the value of the D.A. Davidson Companies brand. This is a mid-level design position that reports to senior employees.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or significant coursework in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Design or related disciplines.
• Two plus years of related work experience highly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with designing on a PC.
• Fully capable of working in Adobe Creative Suite and delivering products within Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PowerPoint, and HTML.
• Online portfolio that demonstrates success in creating engaging digital and print designs.
• Solid foundation in typography, illustration, iconography, and layout.
• Ability to deliver collateral that is compatible with print and digital media.
• Organized with extreme attention to detail.
• Experience or knowledge in all areas of potential media opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with employees at all levels throughout the Companies.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures and maintain client confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and service‑oriented manner.

• Collaborates with client, editorial staff, manager, and/or other project participants to understand project assignment, audience, and intended message.
• Assists as a print production coordinator and becomes proficient in all aspects of printing final products.
• Conducts market research.
• Creates original visual media that communicates the desired feeling or message in an engaging and unified way.
• Chooses graphics, clip art, and stock photography, as appropriate for client needs, within brand guidelines.
• Works collaboratively and takes direction from Senior Graphic Designers.
• Prepares drafts of design work and provides samples to editorial or other appropriate staff or departments for review.
• Revises projects as necessary based on collaborative feedback process.
• Adheres to project deadlines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company 401(k) and ESOP contribution
• Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
• Charitable gift‑matching program
• Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work

Compensation offered will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis considering a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the skills, relevant work experience, and geographic location of each specific candidate.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

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