Sr Graphics Designer

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, winner of the Real Estate Agency Brand of the Year award in the 26th annual Harris Poll EquiTrend Study and a leader in the real estate industry, is currently looking for a Sr. Graphics Designer in the Orange County Region.

The Graphics Designer creates and directs graphics-related work for the real estate agents, branch offices and any special projects assigned by the Regional Marketing Manager. Design work will include custom design projects, print advertising, social media, direct mail pieces, collateral marketing pieces, logos, regional initiatives, digital campaigns, direct mail campaigns, flyers, and other promotional and presentation materials.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement design strategies to enhance real estate agents and brokerage brand image.

• Create new designs for internal and external printed marketing materials including flyers, brochures, advertising, posters and direct marketing materials. May create and implement Internet and intranet graphics and banners.

• Create presentation materials to support training, management meeting, and executive presentations.

• Develop and implement design strategies to enhance company's brand image.

• Recommend, source and manage outside creative resources (freelance designers, etc.) as needed.

• Co-manage the company's Best Practices Guide and Font Library.

• Oversee and manage the training for file organization on the marketing server and the proper file structure for naming.

• Develop a stock photo library for branch offices use.

• Develop a training program for branch office graphic/production artist.

• Develop an on boarding training for new graphic artist within the corporate marketing department as well as the branch offices.

• Coordinate bi-monthly design meetings with department graphic artists and web designer to review style and trends.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design; or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a graphic designer on a variety of media including Internet.

• Experience working for a well-known brand supporting a large real estate sales force preferred.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in PC design programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

• Adobe After Effects and Motion Graphics Software experience preferred.

• Strong creative and conceptual skills.

• Strong knowledge of printing and electronic production methods.

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational skills, accuracy/quality, detail oriented.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, a customer service focus, and the ability to work as a member in a team-oriented environment.

• Knowledge of real estate, title and/or mortgage business preferred.

• Exemplary customer service.

Wage:

$73,000 - $83,000 annually; actual wage is based upon education and experience.

Benefits:

Full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Location:

Newport Beach, CA 92660