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Summary
Following creative direction, produces graphic art and visual materials for the firm's visual identity extensions across all branded elements including printed materials, environment, online, interactive media, and video. Works closely with the Art Director to create and produce the firm's visual identity for attorneys and other internal clients firm wide.

Location

This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices and offers a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Translates the firm's business goals and design briefs into compelling, cohesive visual concepts.

• Designs and implements a visual identity in a way that ensures the integrity, consistency, and clarity of the firm's branding and messaging across all touchpoints.

• Determines the medium best suited to produce the desired effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication.

• Develops concepts and graphic elements to meet project objectives and prepares layouts to be rendered using professional design software.

• Willingness to work on anything and everything from fully integrated campaigns to presentation decks.

• Comprehends, communicates, and addresses client goals, budgets, and revisions throughout the design process; works closely with the Creative Project Manager to ensure all deadlines are met.

• Uses existing photo and illustration libraries and typography guides to produce solutions that meet internal clients' communication needs.

• Creates original artwork, when needed.

• Ensures all files are press-ready and checked for quality prior to release to outside vendors; attends press checks to verify accuracy, and quality standards are met when necessary.

• Supports Digital Design team on web-based and interactive applications.

• Supports video team with designs and engaging motion graphics for video projects.

• Designs environmental graphics and office signage systems.

• Serves as a design champion and seizes opportunities to educate colleagues and firm staff on the strategic potential of design as a tool for competitive advantage.

• Presents design solutions, user insights, and strategic approaches to key stakeholders.

• Maintains high standards of quality and makes sure only the best work is released to the client.

• Collaborates across the organization to drive up standards of design creativity.

• Stays up-to-date of new trends and emerging technologies to improve the quality of their work.

• Assists with day-to-day operations of the brand function.

• Availability to work outside regular hours for high-profile projects if necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

• Must have a strong and dynamic design portfolio.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects). Experience with Figma is a plus.

• Dual proficiency in Mac and PC platforms required.

• A solid understanding of design principles and fundamentals, as well as print production processes, is required.

• Experience in motion graphics and video editing is a major plus.

• Experience in Cinema 4D or other 3D software is a plus.

• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.

• Must have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint and Word.

• The ability to leverage AI tools to enhance the design workflow is highly desired.

• Demonstrated follow-through and must be a self-starter.

• Ability to successfully work within a team environment as well as effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent organizational skills are necessary to manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis.

• Excellent digital file management skills required.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 3 years of professional print and digital design experience.

• Proven work experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role required.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;

• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;

• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;

• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;

• Foster positive work relationships;

• Comply with all firm policies and practices;

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;

• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.
Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $36.79/hr - $58.50/hr depending on the candidate's geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paidovertime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntary and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm's direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

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