Graphic Design Manager

Graphic Design Manager role at Colliers International with hybrid flexibility based out of Chicago, IL and surrounding states listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of complex design projects, including brochures, proposals, offering memoranda, social media assets, and presentations.
• Act as a brand champion to ensure creative deliverables align with brand standards and client objectives.
• Provide creative direction for assigned projects from concept development through final production; support broader design strategy.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects by prioritizing workload to meet deadlines while maintaining quality using the internal workflow management tool and intake form.
• Create advanced interactive and multimedia presentations for client pitches and marketing initiatives using tools such as PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Ceros.
• Provide direction and actionable feedback on concepts, design execution, and brand alignment to ensure strong outcomes across deliverables.
• Design and refine visuals that communicate complex information, including maps, infographics, floor plans, and charts.
• Deliver timely, high-impact design solutions for both digital and print marketing efforts.
• Customize templates and layouts for project-specific needs while maintaining brand integrity.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to translate strategic goals into compelling visual solutions.
• Manage and optimize internal asset libraries, templates, and file management systems.
• Prepare production-ready files for printers, vendors, and digital platforms.
• Run quality reviews, approve final creative outputs for accuracy and brand compliance, and troubleshoot design challenges as needed.
• Champion brand tools, templates, and systems to improve consistency and efficiency; strengthen visual storytelling across deliverables.
• Advise project teams and stakeholders on when to use Colliers, client, or property branding in line with brand governance and marketing strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• 5-7 years of progressive design experience, including work across multiple markets.
• Experience in commercial real estate, B2B services, or a professional services environment (required).
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop (required).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint and Word (required).
• Digital tools experience such as Ceros, Adobe Express, After Effects, or Adobe Premiere (plus).
• Experience with print production processes and digital asset formatting.
• Expertise in strategic layout design and visual storytelling for high-impact presentations.
• Experience and interest in leveraging creative AI tools to improve productivity.
• Strong design aesthetic and layout judgment across print and digital media.
• Responsive, adaptable, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and minimal supervision.
• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High professionalism and passion for success.
• Commitment to maintaining brand standards and consistency across materials.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship.
• Direct applicants only; no agencies.

Technologies

• PowerPoint
• Adobe Creative Suite
• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Microsoft Office
• Word
• Ceros
• Adobe Express
• After Effects
• Adobe Premiere
• Creative AI tools

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical benefits including dental and vision
• Employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401k plan with employer match
• 10 days of sick leave
• Minimum of 15 days of vacation annually
• Certain senior-level roles eligible for unlimited time off
• 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days
• Paid parental leave: 12 weeks (birth parents) and 4 weeks (non-birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) after successful completion of 90 days of employment

Location and Salary

• Location: Rosemont, IL (hybrid); Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
• Salary range: $95,108 to $110,000 USD per year

Bonus

• Annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance

Application Details

• Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
• Direct applicants only; no agencies