Graphic Designer, Community Engagement & Transportation
Overview
You will design print and digital graphics for community engagement and transportation projects at RK&K, with 5+ years of experience (note: source says 3 years) expected. You'll join a creative team in Baltimore, MD, collaborating with planners and engineers to translate technical concepts into compelling visuals. Your work will directly support public outreach and proposal development, with a focus on ADA compliance and Section 508 standards. This contract role offers flexible hours and potential to grow into full-time.
What You'll Do7
- 1Design high-quality graphics for reports, presentations, infographics, and social media using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- 2Collaborate with planners and engineers to create visuals for public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder presentations, ensuring clarity for diverse audiences.
- 3Translate complex technical transportation data into easy-to-understand infographics and diagrams.
- 4Support proposal teams by developing layouts, visual storytelling elements, and compelling graphics that win new business.
- 5Manage multiple project deadlines simultaneously while maintaining brand consistency across all RK&K and client materials.
- 6Integrate Section 508 and ADA accessibility standards into every design, from color contrast to document structure.
- 7Stay current with design trends and tools, experimenting with new techniques to elevate creative output.
Requirements7
- 13 years of professional graphic design experience, with a bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.
- 2Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop with a strong portfolio of layout and branding work.
- 3Experience creating materials for public outreach, community engagement, or transportation projects is highly preferred.
- 4Familiarity with GIS or CADD is a plus.
- 5Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to balance creativity and technical accuracy.
- 6Understanding of accessibility standards like ADA and Section 508 for public-facing materials.
- 7Preferred: experience supporting proposals or marketing in a professional services environment; additional design or video tools are a bonus.
Salary Insight
$35 - $45k per year
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