Graphic Designer

STV

. Design visually compelling proposals, qualifications packages, interview presentations, and other pursuit-related materials .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,159 - $87,633 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, alongside strong skills in visual storytelling, typography, and layout design. Capable of managing multiple projects while ensuring brand consistency and meeting tight deadlines in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Adobe Creative Suite ProficiencyGraphic Design Experience in AECProposal and Presentation DesignStrong Organizational SkillsVisual Storytelling Expertise

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignLayout DesignTypographyInformation DesignVisual HierarchyPrint ProductionColor Correction3D VisualizationDigital Asset ManagementPresentation Design

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration SkillsTime ManagementFeedback ReceptionIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Adobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelOpenAssetSketchUp

Industry Keywords

ArchitectureEngineeringConstructionAEC TerminologyProposal CoordinationClient PresentationsDesign-BuildWater Market

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design visually compelling proposals, qualifications packages, interview presentations, and other pursuit-related materials
Translate strategy, technical content, and complex concepts into clear, engaging visual stories
Develop layouts that strengthen key messages, improve readability, and create a cohesive client experience
Create custom graphics, infographics, diagrams, organizational charts, and other visual elements
Prepare and refine presentations for client interviews, meetings, and other high-visibility opportunities
Organize content, coordinate components, track inputs, maintain document consistency, and help teams meet deadlines
Collaborate with marketing and technical teams from early concept development through final production and delivery
Manage multiple assignments while meeting internal milestones and client deadlines
Ensure materials align with STV’s brand standards while identifying opportunities to elevate the design
Improve templates, workflows, and practical design solutions
Organize graphic assets and follow content-management best practices
Serve as a graphic design subject matter expert to pursuit teams regarding design best practices and Adobe Creative Suite software
Support occasional marketing initiatives and special projects beyond active pursuits

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry
Experience designing proposals, presentations, and other deadline-driven materials for competitive pursuits, client meetings, or tradeshows
A portfolio demonstrating creativity and strong capabilities in layout, typography, information design, presentations, and visual storytelling
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Ability to organize complex information into materials that are clear, persuasive, and easy to navigate
Strong understanding of typography, composition, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to receive feedback and translate ideas into effective design solutions
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage concurrent deadlines and communicate workload and assignment status
Ability to work independently while collaborating responsively with proposal and project teams
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in graphic design, visual communications, fine art, or a related discipline
Ability to travel occasionally or work additional hours across time zones to support major deadlines, client presentations, or strategic pursuits
Experience coordinating proposals, presentations, or other deadline-driven deliverables
Familiarity with AEC terminology and alternative delivery pursuits, including construction management and design-build
Experience supporting clients or pursuits in the water market
Familiarity with digital asset management platforms such as OpenAsset
Experience with print production, color correction, and print-vendor coordination
Experience producing renderings or 3D visualizations using tools such as SketchUp
Work samples or a link to an online portfolio are required; applications without work samples will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Back-Up Dependent Care
Parental Leave
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships