Graphic Designer

Founded in 2005, Keadjian Associates, a leading strategic communications and management consulting firm, is seeking a full-time Graphic Designer to begin work immediately. The agency specializes in strategic communications and public engagement campaigns around some of our clients’ largest, most complex challenges and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in graphic design. The candidate will have experience translating complex ideas into compelling visuals that support our clients’ missions, elevate their brands and drive meaningful engagement.

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:

• Design and produce a wide range of print and digital materials, including reports, infographics, presentations, event collateral, email newsletters, social media graphics and branding assets
• Collaborate with strategists, writers and project managers to develop visually engaging solutions that align with client goals
• Translate complex content and data into intuitive, clean and accessible designs
• Apply and evolve brand guidelines across various formats and platforms
• Prepare and deliver production-ready files for print and digital use
• Support branding and visual identity development for new client initiatives
• Contribute to internal design needs, including proposals and marketing materials

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in the design/graphic arts field or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of professional graphic design experience, ideally within a corporate communications, public relations or public affairs agency or comparable in-house position
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop), Microsoft PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong visual storytelling skills and the ability to bring structure to complex information
• Strong attention to detail, paired with a deep understanding of layout, typography color
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Comfort working both independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• A proactive mindset and a passion for design that drives understanding and action

Preferred Skills:

• Working knowledge of video editing, animation, data visualization or UX/UI skills
• Working knowledge of web development tools (WordPress, Figma, etc.), including basic HTML/CSS editing, asset optimization for web and collaboration with developers.
• Experience working with government agencies, nonprofits, or public sector clients
• Familiarity with ADA accessibility standard

Expected Salary: This position offers a base salary range of $60,000 to $75,000 (approximately $29 to $36 per hour), alongside industry-leading benefits such as end-of-year profit sharing and a performance bonus program for eligible employees. 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 buyup 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.