Marketing Design Manager

Pacific Program Management • Chicago, IL • 4h ago

At Cresa, we believe our clients deserve better. A better space to work, create, build, grow. A better outcome for their people and organization. A better partner who puts their needs first, helping them navigate the landscape, tilting the playing field in their favor and giving them an insider's edge. Our mission is to find and foster the best environment for every business. Our purpose is to think beyond space - strengthening those we serve and enhancing quality of life for our clients and employees. We are built to champion our clients' aspirations through real estate. When considering partnership, we strive to connect with those who share our values: Work Together, Create Value, Be Tenacious, Enhance Community, and Embrace Diversity. We believe in being the change. We work together to find new ways of doing things that create value for our clients - and for each other. Because there is not much that feels better than collaborating to make a positive difference each day. At Cresa, we offer an opportunity to be part of something bigger. To learn, advance, mentor and be recognized. Your voice will be heard, and you will be valued for both your individual and team contributions. Job Summary Cresa is seeking a Design Manager to support its Project & Development Services division, serving as a strategic partner to business development through the creation of sophisticated, design-forward client deliverables. This role is deeply rooted in design, with a focus on proposal development, presentation design, and the crafting of materials that elevate pursuit strategy and client engagement. The ideal candidate brings a strong point of view on visual storytelling, along with the ability to develop and refine clear, compelling proposal content-translating complex ideas into cohesive, client-ready narratives. Experience within commercial real estate and/or project management environments is strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Proposals Lead the design, layout, and production of proposals, presentations, and client deliverables from concept through final submission. Partner with BD and pursuit teams to shape messaging, structure content, and ensure a cohesive, compelling narrative. Support proposal writing and editing efforts, contributing to clear, concise, and client-focused content. Manage multiple concurrent pursuits, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and brand alignment are consistently met. Develop tailored materials for specific clients, sectors, and opportunities. Design & Client Deliverables Produce high-quality graphics and layouts for a wide range of materials, including proposals, pitch decks, case studies, and qualifications packages. Translate complex information into clean, visually engaging formats that enhance clarity and storytelling. Maintain and evolve templates, tools, and systems that improve efficiency and consistency across deliverables. Collaborate with internal teams to build and maintain a library of reusable content, including resumes, project sheets, and visual assets. Standards & Quality Control Ensure all materials meet established brand and quality standards while allowing flexibility for pursuit-specific customization. Provide design direction and quality oversight across all client-facing materials. Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes, templates, and overall output quality. Job Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, or related field preferred. Minimum 5+ years of experience in graphic design, with a strong emphasis on proposals and client deliverables within a professional services environment. Experience in commercial real estate, project management, architecture, engineering, or construction industries preferred. Demonstrated experience supporting business development efforts, including proposal production and presentation design. Strong layout, typography, and visual storytelling skills with a keen eye for detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute to and refine content. Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams and with senior leadership. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint and Word). Physical Requirements Willingness to travel within North America, as required. Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer. Flexibility to support varying deadlines and time zones. * Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. About Cresa Global, Inc. Cresa is the world's largest commercial real estate advisory firm that exclusively represents occupiers and specializes in the delivery of fully integrated real estate solutions. Delivered across every industry, its services include Consulting, Facilities Management, Global Portfolio Solutions, Capital Markets / Strategies, Lease Administration, Location Strategy & Economic Development Incentives, Project Management, Transaction Management and Workplace Intelligence. With over 1000 employees in more than 80 offices globally, Cresa partners with occupiers everywhere. For more information, please visit cresa.com.

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