Graphic Designer
Compass
At Compass, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. Founded in 2012, we’re revolutionizing the real estate industry with our end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to seller and buyer clients.
Team Background:
The In-house Design Studio is responsible for creating high-quality, best-in-class design materials, brand identities, and campaigns for our agents; evolving and refining the Compass brand; and partnering with other internal teams to maintain and raise creative excellence throughout the company.
Please note: this role is a 100% in-office role based out of our NYC HQ Office (Union Square).
Job Description:
We are seeking a talented Graphic Designer who has accumulated industry experience through internships or professional roles and shows an outstanding dynamic portfolio. Ideal candidates will possess a strong design philosophy, attention to detail, and an innate curiosity for solving problems through creative design. An eagerness to learn from others, grow within a collaborative environment, and a specific interest in exploring Generative AI technologies, such as DALL-E, for design optimization, are essential.
At Compass You Will:
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First and foremost be responsible for making incredible creative work on behalf of our customer, the real estate agent
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Create compelling brand and listing projects from concept to completion for agent marketing
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Design brand and property identities for agents, including logos while also working alone or in a group for scalable design systems for brand initiatives
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Design print collateral, books, print ads, billboards, and digital ads
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Move fast to interpret creative briefs from our Creative Producer and/or Marketing Advisors to deliver high-quality work that meets the brief’s goals and timelines
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Manage the quality of design throughout all phases for a variety of project types and brand campaigns
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Lead conceptual and visual development of various projects alone or in teams
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Work closely with other Designers and Directors to ensure design work exceeds expectations
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Research and develop mood boards before executing on your ideas, as well as help to facilitate collaboration and similar activities with other team members
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Provide and receive constructive design feedback in group settings
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Have a meticulous eye for detail and aim to deliver work with minimal revisions
What We're Looking For:
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Strong grasp of design principles, the ability to organize and draw inspiration effectively, and initial client interaction skills including presentations.
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Candidates should demonstrate a keen interest in integrating and exploring Generative AI technologies to expand the boundaries of design methodologies and drive greater efficiency within creative workflows.
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Time management, autonomous workflow management, ability to meet deadlines.
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Experience working within a structured creative organization in partnership with a creative resource management function.
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Skilled in utilizing brand style guides, transforming project briefs into compelling design solutions, and managing both print and digital production processes.
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Expertise in all Adobe Creative Suite software, excellent at receiving and implementing feedback, and adept at project management from brief to completion.
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Capable of receiving general instructions on routine tasks and detailed directions on new assignments.
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Provide timely and constructive feedback to peers and managers.
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Effectively communicate assumptions and clarify tasks upfront to minimize revisions.
Experience/Education:
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Minimum of 2 years of industry experience, or a Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) with a strong academic record and an impressive portfolio. Additional experience in top agencies or in-house teams is highly desirable.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter and portfolio that includes examples of previous work, especially any projects involving Generative AI or advanced design technologies.
Compensation:
The salary pay range for this position is a base pay of $70,000 - $76,500 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.
Perks that You Need to Know About:
Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.