Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Toole Design Group
Job overview
The Graphic Design Manager at Toole Design Group leads and manages a team of graphic designers, contributing to the creation of visually compelling materials that communicate technical information about the built environment.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing and organizing a distributed team, balancing workloads, guiding design projects, conducting design critiques, and contributing as an individual designer on complex projects.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 with flexibility for qualified candidates, plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA, FSA, and at least 24 days PTO, along with transportation incentives.
Experience and skills
Candidates need at least 8 years of graphic design experience, 2 years supervisory experience, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, strong organizational and communication skills, with a degree preferred but relevant experience accepted.
Career development
The company supports professional growth through leadership opportunities and working within a collaborative, diverse team environment.
Work environment and culture
Toole Design Group values employee well-being, diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative culture with flexible work schedules and remote work options.
Company information
Toole Design Group is a leading multimodal transportation planning, landscape architecture, and engineering firm founded in 2003, recognized as a top design firm with a commitment to quality and community impact.
Team overview
The candidate will join a close-knit, distributed team of graphic designers working across multiple offices nationwide, collaborating closely with the Environmental Graphic Design Practice Lead.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Portland, OR with flexible work-from-home options two days per week, located in a transit-accessible downtown office.
Application process
Applicants must submit an application with a portfolio link or upload; inquiries can be directed to recruiting@tooledesign.com; the company encourages diverse candidates to apply.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines significant design work with team leadership, managing distributed teams and balancing creative and administrative responsibilities in a leading design firm.
Company overview
Toole Design Group is a leading engineering, planning, and landscape architecture firm specializing in multimodal transportation solutions. They focus on creating sustainable, safe, and accessible transportation systems for communities, including pedestrian, bicycle, and transit infrastructure. Founded in 2003, the company has grown significantly, establishing a reputation for innovative and community-focused design. Toole Design generates revenue through consulting services, project management, and design implementation for public and private sector clients. Their commitment to equity, sustainability, and safety is a core part of their mission and operations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your strong graphic design expertise, especially your skills in typography, layout, and information design, aligning with Toole Design Group's focus on high-quality visual communication.
Highlight your leadership and people management experience, showcasing your ability to lead, mentor, and balance workloads for a distributed team, which is crucial for this role.
Apply through multiple channels including Toole Design Group's corporate career site, LinkedIn, and any other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in the Environmental Graphic Design Practice or leadership at Toole Design Group on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent projects they've shared or expressing enthusiasm for their commitment to diversity and community impact.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Adobe Creative Suite,' 'typography,' 'information design,' 'team leadership,' and 'resource planning' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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