Manager, Visual Communications

Job Summary

Michael Baker International is seeking a seasoned visual communications professional with strong graphic and web design expertise, corporate communications experience and advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

This role supports brand representation and develops compelling visual content across digital and print platforms.

Esstential Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Visual Communications in the Corporate Communications Department, the Visual Communications Manager position will ideally be based in Michael Baker's downtown Pittsburgh office and be responsible for providing support for visual communications and creating and managing resources related to the following:


* Uphold brand standards across all visual communications


* Design graphics for social media, internal communications and executive presentations


* Create animations, videos and templates optimized for cross-platform consistency


* Produce marketing collateral including advertisements, brochures and event materials


* Design and refine C-suite presentations and materials


* Develop high-impact PowerPoint presentations with layouts, charts and infographics


* Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment


* Maintain organized file systems and adhere to proofing protocols


* Stay current with design trends and tools to introduce fresh ideas


* Retouch images and manage photo assets, including headshots and project photography


* Curate online photo database and coordinate off-site photoshoots


* Liaise with printers, agencies and vendors

Experience & Education


* Minimum 7 years in visual communications and graphic design, preferably in corporate or agency settings


* Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or Communication Design

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Abilities


* Willingness to go the extra mile to create visual communications that spark action and that support the needs of various departments and practices


* Tenacious self-starter who can handle multiple priorities simultaneously, has exceptional attention to detail, adheres to deadlines, excels in a highly collaborative team environment as well as on their own


* Build trust and confidence with colleagues, partners and clients through excellent service and communication


* Skilled in brand compliance and visual consistency with ability to take direction and apply feedback


* Mastery of design principles: branding, typography, layout, color theory and hierarchy


* Knowledge of print production and vendor coordination


* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Express, Premiere Pro)


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)


* Strong PowerPoint skills including animation and template creation


* Experience with motion graphics, video editing and digital con...