Graphic Design Manager | East

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

This is a hybrid role based out of any of the states listed in the job posting About you You're a creative and strategic design leader with a talent for transforming ideas into compelling visual stories that strengthen the brand and support business goals. You bring strong technical design expertise, sound creative judgment, and a collaborative approach. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while providing creative direction across property marketing, business development, and brand initiatives. Adaptable and resourceful, you consistently deliver innovative, high-quality work aligned with brand standards. In this role, you will...

Lead execution of complex design projects, including brochures, proposals, offering memoranda, social media, and presentations.Serve as a brand champion, ensuring all creative deliverables align with brand standards and client objectives.Lead creative direction for assigned projects from concept development to final production and contribute to broader design strategy.Manage multiple concurrent projects, effectively prioritizing work to meet deadlines without compromising quality. Use the internal workflow management tool and intake form to track projects and requests.Develop advanced interactive and multimedia presentations for client pitches and marketing initiatives using tools such as PowerPoint, the Adobe Suite and Ceros.Provide clear direction and feedback on creative concepts, design execution, and brand alignment to ensure excellence across all deliverables.Create and refine visual elements, such as maps, infographics, floor plans, and charts, that clearly communicate complex information.Ensure timely delivery of high-impact design solutions for both digital and print marketing efforts.Customize templates and layouts to meet unique project needs while maintaining brand integrity.Collaborate with regional leadership to translate strategic objectives 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.Conduct quality reviews and approve final creative outputs for accuracy and brand compliance. Troubleshoot design challenges when necessary.Champion the use of brand tools, templates, and systems to drive consistency and efficiency. Integrate strong visual storytelling into all deliverables to enhance engagement and impact.Advise project teams and stakeholders on the appropriate use of Colliers, client, or property branding in alignment with brand governance and marketing strategy. What you'll bring 1. Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field preferred. 2. 5-7 years of progressive design experience, including work across multiple markets. 3. Experience in commercial real estate, B2B services, or a professional services environment required. 4. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) 5. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word) 6. Experience with digital tools such as Ceros, Adobe Express, After Effects, or Adobe Premiere is a plus 7. Experience with print production processes and digital asset formatting 8. Expertise with strategic layout design and visual storyte ling for high-impact presentations 9. Experience and interest in leveraging creative AI tools to drive productivity. 10. Strong design aesthetic, including visual storytelling, layout judgment, and creative design solutions across print and digital media 11. Responsive, adaptable, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and working with minimal direction/supervision 12. Exceptional leadership, collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills 13. High degree of professionalism and passion for success 14. Commitment to maintaining brand standards and consistency across all materials Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information: Area/Location Specific: Chicago, IL (Hybrid) Approximate Salary Range for this Role: $95,108 to $110,000 USD Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the p