Graphic Designer

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Graphic Designer for an Energy client.

This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. The role is located in Raleigh, North Carolina and hybrid with 3 days weekly onsite required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative, impactful communications that adhere to established brand standards and voice.
• Understand project strategies, core messaging, target audiences, and specific goals to execute effective campaigns.
• Ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery of high-quality work.
• Collaborate with copywriters, account managers, UX specialists, and other communicators.
• Design materials across diverse communication channels, including:
  • Broadcast, video, and animation
  • Radio and audio content
  • Digital ads (HTML5), email, and web (e.g., Sketch)
  • Print ads, direct mail, and PowerPoint presentations
• Present materials and work constructively to address feedback and revisions.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail from project initiation to completion, including file archiving.
• Follow established workflows and maintain brand consistency.
• Offer expertise in messaging strategies for different audiences, ensuring alignment with style guides and brand voice.
• Stay updated on design software, tools, and best practices to continuously enhance skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in art direction, graphic design, web, mobile, video/broadcast, and animation.
• Strong portfolio showcasing art direction and design expertise.
• Proficiency in design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch or Adobe XD, and presentation tools like Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, or Prezi.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating advertising, marketing, and corporate or customer-facing materials.
• Expertise in integrated communication campaigns across multiple channels.
• Strong conceptual and presentation skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Commitment to error-free, high-quality work within brand guidelines.
• Solid understanding of current communication best practices.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook).
• Experience with tools such as Microsoft SharePoint for document management and Workamajig for project tracking.

Perks & Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life InsuranceV
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Graphic Designer opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.