What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer position at National Real Estate Insurance Group?
Since 2008, National Real Estate Insurance Group (NREIG) has been committed to providing specialized insurance solutions designed specifically for the real estate investment industry. Through our insurance Program, we deliver superior client support and services, client inventory control, and efficient billing systems to residential real estate investors across the United States. With a focus on providing simplification to the property protection processes, NREIG has grown to service individual investors, conglomerates, bulk REO holders, wholesalers and lenders representing more than 140,000 locations in all 50 states. The insurance Program our clients enjoy was built on ease-of-use, accommodating all occupancy phases of investment property (vacant, rental or undergoing renovation).
Position Objective: Creating visually stunning designs across a wide range of projects, including marketing materials, digital assets, advertising campaigns, branding, and more.
Essential Functions
Design Creation:
Essential Functions
Design Creation:
- Create visually appealing designs for print and digital media, including brochures, banners, social media graphics, websites, advertisements, email templates, presentations, and other marketing collateral.
- Develop and execute concepts from scratch, ensuring designs align with brand identity and objectives.
Production Art & File Preparation:
- Prepare and format designs for various outputs (print, digital, web, large-format, etc.).
- Ensure all files are production-ready, following technical specifications for printers, vendors, and digital platforms.
- Perform image retouching, color correction, and layout adjustments as needed.
- Maintain a well-organized library of design assets, templates, and brand guidelines.
- Take and edit company headshots.
Brand Development & Consistency:
- Ensure consistency in the application of brand guidelines across all design materials.
- Contribute to the development and evolution of the company’s visual identity and brand assets, including logo design, color palettes, and typography.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with the marketing team, content writer, and other departments to understand project goals, target audience, and messaging that lead to visually compelling assets.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop creative ideas and campaigns.
Project Management & Delivery:
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.
- Provide updates on project status and revisions as needed, collaborating effectively with stakeholders to meet their needs.
Quality Control & Revisions:
- Review and proof designs to ensure accuracy and consistency before finalizing.
- Incorporate feedback from team members and stakeholders to make necessary revisions and improvements.
Stay Current with Design Trends:
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continually improve the quality and innovation of designs.
- Experiment with new design techniques, software, and technologies to enhance creative output.
Special design tasks (e.g. photo manipulation)
Regular and predictable attendance
Additional duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum of 2 years of professional design experience, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design skills and projects.
- Proficiency in design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.
- Experience in both print and digital design (web, social media, email marketing, etc.).
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain brand consistency across various materials.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a small team environment.
- Ability to take feedback constructively and adapt designs accordingly.
- Time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of print processes, file formats, color management (CMYK/RGB), and resolution standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with motion graphics or video editing (Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a plus.
- Familiarity with UX/UI design principles.
- Basic understanding of HTML/CSS for email and web design, responsive design and web usability. Experience in WordPress is a plus.
- Photography experience is a plus
NREIG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.