Graphic Designer Job at TEC Equipment in Portland

Overview

The Graphic Designer is responsible for executing the creative design process at TEC, as it applies to a variety of projects. The Marketing team functions as an in-house agency, providing design support for our corporate brand and for our 30+ locations. You will tackle TEC’s print and digital design needs that span ads, brochures, in-store and event signage, and assets for email marketing, web, and social.

You should be comfortable with color, typography, imagery, spacing, and layouts, and be capable of broader strategic thinking like logo and brand design. You are a self-starter who thrives on collaboration, feedback, and solving problems. You have experience managing vendor relationships and view vendors as extensions of the team. You are energized by varied projects, capable of multi-tasking, organized, and detail-oriented with strong file management habits. Our project manager helps manage vendors, project load, and day-to-day activities for graphic designers, allowing you to focus on design and creativity. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and collaborates with the other Graphic Designer.

We value a hybrid work environment and in-person collaboration to enhance solutions and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Work with marketing, internal and external customers, partners, and vendors to provide on-brand design materials for marketing initiatives (e.g., brochures, flyers, ads).
• Execute design projects and meet deadlines, ensuring complete information at briefing, alignment with TEC brand guidelines, and collaboration with internal teammates to deliver on-point solutions.
• Design materials for company events and promotional items as directed by the Director of Marketing and Project Manager.
• Assist with photo and video editing of products, equipment, staff, events, and facilities for marketing and business development materials. Additional experience in shooting photography and video is a plus.
• Ensure brand guidelines are followed in all marketing and promotional materials.
• Maintain accurate project records within the server framework, including naming conventions and file locations; assist in maintaining the graphics library (icons, maps, photography, etc.).
• Communicate with internal customers proactively and respond in a timely manner.
• Provide constructive feedback to the Marketing Team to improve brand experience and business growth.
• Prepare files for production and ensure timely outcomes across mediums, including troubleshooting, editing, resizing, and preparing for web/digital presence and print ads.
• Provide timely project status updates to internal customers and the Marketing team; maintain daily communication with the Project Manager and attend daily Design team check-ins.
• Stay current on graphic/design trends and best practices through continued education, trade shows, seminars, and courses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years’ experience as a production artist/graphic designer, preferably supporting a corporate environment or agency with bulk 2-D design experience.
• Experience implementing brand guidelines for on-brand design.
• Experience with project management software (Airtable or similar).
• Knowledge of printing processes including proofing, paper selection, and font management.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and manage multiple projects/resources.
• Attention to detail.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience with design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom, Acrobat Pro.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with staff, customers, partners, media, and vendors. Respect and a sense of humor are preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (word processing and spreadsheets).
• Portfolio required to demonstrate experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Life, accident, and disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance and seven paid holidays; vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year; paid sick leave.

Statements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all applicable screenings. TEC Equipment is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records per applicable Fair Chance laws.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries: Truck Transportation