Designer

Job Description

About Guaranteed Rate:

Guaranteed Rate is the 2nd-largest retail mortgage lender in the U.S. By offering industry-leading tools, low-rate mortgages, and unparalleled customer service, we've become the Home Purchase Experts. At Guaranteed Rate, we think big - pushing beyond what most people believe is possible. We strive to work with the best of the best, building business with the best referral partners and hiring the best employees - allowing us to deliver world-class customer service. Our goal is to make sure every customer has a great experience. Headquartered in Chicago with 5,000+ employees in 300+ offices across the U.S. and licensed in all 50 states, we've helped thousands of homeowners with more than $37 billion in home purchase loans and refinances in just the past year alone.

Guaranteed Rate is looking for a full-time Designer to join its team!

Pay Range: 60k to 80k

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented Designer to join our creative team. As a Designer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and creating visually stunning designs for a wide range of marketing materials, including but not limited to digital advertisements, website graphics, social media content, email templates, and print collateral. Your designs will play a critical role in shaping our brand identity and enhancing our overall marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketers, copywriters, and product managers, to understand project requirements and objectives.

• Conceptualize and create compelling visual designs that effectively communicate key messages and concepts.

• Develop and execute creative concepts for marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and strategic objectives.

• Produce high-quality, pixel-perfect designs for digital and print deliverables, including web banners, social media graphics, email newsletters, brochures, and promotional materials.

• Stay informed about industry trends, design best practices, and emerging technologies to continually innovate and elevate the quality of design work.

• Work closely with copywriters to integrate copy and visual elements seamlessly in marketing materials, maintaining a cohesive brand aesthetic.

• Collaborate with external vendors, such as printers and production houses, to ensure accurate and timely delivery of print materials.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Designer or similar role, preferably in a marketing or advertising agency environment.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

• Experience working in FIGMA Software required

• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.

• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

• Portfolio of design work showcasing creativity, technical proficiency, and versatility across various mediums and platforms.

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and web design principles is a plus but not required.

Guaranteed Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.