About us
Williams Group is a strategic communication firm founded in 1978 and headquartered in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. We build strong brands, smart plans and clear messages. We design and create the tools and tactics for a variety of corporate and nonprofit organizations across and beyond the United States.
About you
A design professional with skills and passion for communications in digital media, looking to join and support a client-centered team.
About the job
Position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience and a four-year degree in graphic design or a related field, and skill with tools and technologies to create, produce, and distribute visual messages. Proficiency in web languages/software is required; and familiarity with print is also important. This work involves application of CSS, HTML, various CMS systems and the full Adobe Creative Suite.
Our highly collaborative environment involves working closely with other designers and team members. Every project is unique in purpose and scope, requiring a contextual, analytical and creative approach to reach an optimal design solution.
The ideal candidate for this position is creative, self-directed, organized, easy to work with, adaptable to change and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Must be a problem solver, able to produce high-quality work under the pressures of time and cost constraints.
Williams Group offers competitive salaries and benefits in a positive work culture and innovative work space. We are an inclusive company with a commitment to advancing the benefits of diversity in our business and our world. Williams Group believes our business is part of our community—we are actively involved in supporting the Heartside Neighborhood, Grand Rapids Public Schools, and nonprofits throughout the area. We are seeking people who are engaged in community and who feel called, professionally and personally, to contribute to the well-being of others.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter and two portfolio samples to msawle@williams-group.com.
Or by mail:
Williams Group, c/o Martha
70 Ionia Ave SW, Suite 200
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Position summary
Key responsibilities
- Contribute to the design team by helping inform and implement creative concepts
- Provide design production leadership for web projects
- Research and develop solutions using various technologies based on client needs and project budgets
Required skills and abilities
- Ability to explain the design rationale for solutions created
- Knowledge of design aspects including complex layout challenges, typography, color, spacing, sizing, usability and user experience, standards for web and print file variations
- Detail-oriented; able to produce accurate and high-quality work
- Work well with a team
- Organize, plan and prioritize work; manage time well
- Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- Assure the careful maintenance of all electronic files
- Work within the parameters of cost, time and team inputs
- Develop/maintain relationships with industry resources
- Demonstrate proficiency with tools and technologies to create, produce, and distribute visual messages.Emphasis is on web languages/software; and print capability is of secondary importance (CSS, HTML, various content management systems, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Exhibit motivation and desire to stay abreast of technology developments that impact communications design, and assist others on all technical advances
Key personal qualities
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Creative, innovative, proactive and motivated
- Good character, impeccable integrity
- Ability to work calmly and prioritize under pressure
- Enjoy challenge of working on different projects concurrently
- Emotionally mature, easy to work with, adaptable
- Value continuous learning
- Ability to collaborate effectively and develop strong work relationships
- Interest in community and the well-being of others
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience and a four-year degree in graphic design or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating strength in web design
- Solid communication skills
