Brown and Caldwell
Job Overview
Brown and Caldwell (BC), a national environmental engineering and consulting firm, is looking to expand our in‑house design studio with a full‑time
Junior Graphic Designer.
We are seeking a self‑motivated and creative professional with proven persuasive graphics, illustration, and layout skills.
Work Arrangement A hybrid work arrangement is allowed for this role; selected candidates must be located within commuting distance to the Columbus, OH or Charlotte, NC BC offices. BC provides flexibility, choice, and trust for employees to choose what is best for them to do their best work.
Responsibilities
Develop and apply knowledge of the BC visual brand and templates to create marketing collateral, including document layouts, graphics, illustrations, and revisions for proposals, presentations, and deliverables.
Understand and articulate what well‑branded work looks like at BC, consistently using assets, tools, and processes through templates, icons, and illustrations while supporting fellow designers.
Support the creation of graphic concepts, layouts, and slide formatting by effectively applying templates and brand elements, demonstrating a basic grasp of color, layout, and typography.
Follow best practices in ticket and file management by consistently using established tools and resources.
Build a reputation for high customer service and strong communication skills by providing timely updates on revisions and graphic needs throughout project completion.
Manage time effectively by prioritizing multiple deadlines simultaneously and meeting expectations for effort on all projects.
Foster teamwork by welcoming constructive design critiques from senior team members and proactively seeking opportunities for improvement while exploring resources and following established processes.
Maintain attention to detail with a commitment to “zero tolerance” for errors during editing, proofing, and spell‑checking, while actively seeking feedback during review phases and scheduling senior design reviews when needed.
Stay highly organized and apply problem‑solving skills, while embracing ongoing support and mentorship from senior designers.
Attend team workload meetings and communicate project status and availability to graphic design project leads and supervisors, while participating in collaborative activities, meetings, critiques, and workshops with the team.
Ask questions when uncertainty arises and proactively seek opportunities for improvement.
Desired Skills & Experience
A strong and relevant portfolio, including samples of completed document layout and graphic development, is required for consideration. Acceptable formats include a site link or attached PDF.
BA/BS in Graphic Design, Communication or related field is required. A combination of experience and education may be substituted.
At least one year of related experience is required.
Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
Experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks while excelling in a fast‑paced work environment and meeting deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments to resolve challenges.
Salary Range The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: Salary $22.60 – $31.10
Benefits & Other Compensation We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long‑term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full‑service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading‑edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies.
Other Information This position is subject to a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test.
Third Party Agencies Notice Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, the company reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
EEO Statement Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
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Junior Graphic Designer.
We are seeking a self‑motivated and creative professional with proven persuasive graphics, illustration, and layout skills.
Work Arrangement A hybrid work arrangement is allowed for this role; selected candidates must be located within commuting distance to the Columbus, OH or Charlotte, NC BC offices. BC provides flexibility, choice, and trust for employees to choose what is best for them to do their best work.
Responsibilities
Develop and apply knowledge of the BC visual brand and templates to create marketing collateral, including document layouts, graphics, illustrations, and revisions for proposals, presentations, and deliverables.
Understand and articulate what well‑branded work looks like at BC, consistently using assets, tools, and processes through templates, icons, and illustrations while supporting fellow designers.
Support the creation of graphic concepts, layouts, and slide formatting by effectively applying templates and brand elements, demonstrating a basic grasp of color, layout, and typography.
Follow best practices in ticket and file management by consistently using established tools and resources.
Build a reputation for high customer service and strong communication skills by providing timely updates on revisions and graphic needs throughout project completion.
Manage time effectively by prioritizing multiple deadlines simultaneously and meeting expectations for effort on all projects.
Foster teamwork by welcoming constructive design critiques from senior team members and proactively seeking opportunities for improvement while exploring resources and following established processes.
Maintain attention to detail with a commitment to “zero tolerance” for errors during editing, proofing, and spell‑checking, while actively seeking feedback during review phases and scheduling senior design reviews when needed.
Stay highly organized and apply problem‑solving skills, while embracing ongoing support and mentorship from senior designers.
Attend team workload meetings and communicate project status and availability to graphic design project leads and supervisors, while participating in collaborative activities, meetings, critiques, and workshops with the team.
Ask questions when uncertainty arises and proactively seek opportunities for improvement.
Desired Skills & Experience
A strong and relevant portfolio, including samples of completed document layout and graphic development, is required for consideration. Acceptable formats include a site link or attached PDF.
BA/BS in Graphic Design, Communication or related field is required. A combination of experience and education may be substituted.
At least one year of related experience is required.
Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
Experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks while excelling in a fast‑paced work environment and meeting deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments to resolve challenges.
Salary Range The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: Salary $22.60 – $31.10
Benefits & Other Compensation We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long‑term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full‑service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading‑edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies.
Other Information This position is subject to a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test.
Third Party Agencies Notice Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, the company reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
EEO Statement Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
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