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Founded in 2005, Keadjian Associates, a leading strategic communications and management consulting firm. The agency specializes in strategic communications and public engagement campaigns around some of our clients’ largest, most complex challenges and initiatives.

We are seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to help bring complex client initiatives to life through clear, compelling visual storytelling. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in graphic design including time at an agency or in-house experience supporting corporate communications, public relations or public affairs. We are looking for a designer who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and takes pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work.

Keadjian Associates is one of the country’s most respected and trusted corporate communications agencies, serving clients nationwide. The agency is known for industry-leading team member retention and is seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments.

As an independently owned firm, Keadjian Associates is able to reward our stellar teammates by offering competitive salaries, an unmatched discretionary performance bonus program and excellent benefits.

Our team is headquartered in Walnut Creek. We offer the flexibility to primarily work from home, contingent on business and client needs. Our team convenes one day a week in person at our Walnut Creek office for team building, training, mentoring and more.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and create a wide range of materials, including fact sheets, presentations, infographics, reports, mailers, social media posts and digital assets
• Translate complex information into clear, visually engaging content
• Collaborate with account teams to strategize on client materials and creative direction
• Take ownership of projects from concept through final execution
• Provide innovative approaches to design while ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output across all deliverables
• Prepare and manage print production, including file setup, proofing and final delivery
• Participate in client-facing presentations and design reviews, as needed
• Provide guidance and feedback to junior designers and contribute to team best practices

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in graphic design (including experience at a communications, public relations or public affairs agency or in a similar in-house position)
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Strong understanding of layout, typography and visual hierarchy
• Strong communication skills and ability to interpret and apply creative direction
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written direction with minimal oversight
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with web design, copywriting and editing is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in the design/graphic arts field
• Portfolio required (must demonstrate strong layout, typography and presentation design)

What Success Looks Like

• Produces polished, client-ready work with minimal oversight
• Elevates the clarity and impact of complex content through design
• Contributes positively to a collaborative, high-performing team environment

Expected Salary: This position offers a base salary range of $80,000 to $95,000 per year, alongside industry-leading benefits such as end-of-year profit sharing and a performance bonus program for eligible team members. While we anticipate that the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed near the entry or midpoint of the salary range, the starting salary will be determined based on various factors, including years of experience, relevant experience type, education and more.

Additional Benefits and Compensation: Keadjian Associates offers a discretionary bonus program for eligible team members, with bonuses awarded based on performance and contributions at the Company’s sole discretion. Additionally, eligible team members can participate in the Company’s 401(k) Program, with competitive employer contributions. The Company pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental and vision benefits for team members and covers 30% of spouse/dependent coverage, with buy-up options available for additional premiums and spouse/dependent coverage.

The Company reserves the right to modify, amend or eliminate any of its employee benefits at any time, consistent with applicable law.