Job Description
At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success.
Haynes and Boone is one of the largest law firms in Dallas, and it continues to grow. In 2023, Haynes and Boone moved its headquarters to a new 27-story office tower in the Harwood District of uptown Dallas. Lawyers in our Dallas office serve all the firm’s practice and industry areas – including corporate, litigation, banking/finance, insurance law, healthcare law, labor and employment, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, intellectual property, white collar crime, and antitrust. Our Dallas lawyers are widely recognized in their practice areas in publications such as The Best Lawyers in America directory (Woodward/White, Inc.) and the Chambers USA legal directory (Chambers & Partners). This office attracts high-energy, technically proficient people who enjoy working in a collegial environment. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.
The primary role of this non-exempt position is to work with the Director of Marketing Communications and the Creative team members in all aspects of creating, editing, implementing, and managing Haynes Boone’s creative and design projects from initial concept development through production. This position coordinates with several departments and locations to provide graphic design services, including branding, advertising materials, brochures and flyers, website graphics, templates, client alerts, invitations, PowerPoint presentation materials, edited photography, and infographics, both in print and digital format.
Essential Duties
Design and maintain firm announcements, brochures, client alerts, flyers, advertisements, invitations, PowerPoint presentation materials, website graphics, and infographics.
Design and supervise the production of firm promotional materials and gifts.
Coordinate, collaborate, and produce all design requests from intake through completion.
Basic copy modifications, headline creation, and proofreading.
Basic HTML editing for web and digital communications.
Design, format, and update presentation materials in Microsoft PowerPoint, including layouts, master slides, charts, infographics, and attorney-facing content, making sure everything feels polished, is on-brand, and is client-ready.
Assist video editors in basic video updates.
Ensure brand integrity through the adherence of Style Guide standards.
Support website projects through content and imagery additions and maintenance.
Retouch and size photography and images.
Create and maintain design templates for reusable creative pieces such as invitations and newsletters, flyers, and PowerPoint presentations.
Obtain and manage all photo rights for rights-managed imagery.
Work with external designers and printers through all outsourced creative projects, supporting the creative process, reviewing, and approving print proofs, and ensuring adherence to brand standards.
Other Duties
Supports special projects and firm initiatives as needed.
Reporting Relationship
The Graphic Designer reports directly to the Director of Marketing Communications.
Subordinate Staff: N/A
Qualifications
Knowledge/Experience
Experience adhering and referring to a recognized style guide. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat. Ability to edit basic HTML. Knowledge of basic video editing. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Experience working with external print services and ability to manage print requests including press checks when necessary. Experience taking and editing photos for business use. Experience supporting surveys and questionnaires using tools like SurveyMonkey, including formatting, basic design customization, and visual presentation of results. Minimum five years’ experience in graphic design, interactive design, and marketing. Professional services marketing experience preferred.
Skills
The position requires strong design, communication, writing, and editing skills. The ability to prioritize, coordinate multiple projects and handle tight deadlines is imperative. Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively. Ability to write basic ad copy and headlines. Ability to work in both PC and MAC environments. Excellent interpersonal relations, oral, and written communication skills required. Strong customer service attitude. Must be self-motivated and independent; able to work with minimal supervision.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Design or Communications.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move around the office up to 15% of the time to make copies, fax, file, etc. Remains stationary at least 85% of the time. This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., fax machine, copier, printer, etc.) on a regular basis. Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs. This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the Firm attorneys, clients and staff. This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time. Frequently identifies and distinguishes colors and correct focus.
Working Conditions
Hybrid Work Environment
Haynes and Boone is one of the largest law firms in Dallas, and it continues to grow. In 2023, Haynes and Boone moved its headquarters to a new 27-story office tower in the Harwood District of uptown Dallas. Lawyers in our Dallas office serve all the firm’s practice and industry areas – including corporate, litigation, banking/finance, insurance law, healthcare law, labor and employment, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, intellectual property, white collar crime, and antitrust. Our Dallas lawyers are widely recognized in their practice areas in publications such as The Best Lawyers in America directory (Woodward/White, Inc.) and the Chambers USA legal directory (Chambers & Partners). This office attracts high-energy, technically proficient people who enjoy working in a collegial environment. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.
The primary role of this non-exempt position is to work with the Director of Marketing Communications and the Creative team members in all aspects of creating, editing, implementing, and managing Haynes Boone’s creative and design projects from initial concept development through production. This position coordinates with several departments and locations to provide graphic design services, including branding, advertising materials, brochures and flyers, website graphics, templates, client alerts, invitations, PowerPoint presentation materials, edited photography, and infographics, both in print and digital format.
Essential Duties
Design and maintain firm announcements, brochures, client alerts, flyers, advertisements, invitations, PowerPoint presentation materials, website graphics, and infographics.
Design and supervise the production of firm promotional materials and gifts.
Coordinate, collaborate, and produce all design requests from intake through completion.
Basic copy modifications, headline creation, and proofreading.
Basic HTML editing for web and digital communications.
Design, format, and update presentation materials in Microsoft PowerPoint, including layouts, master slides, charts, infographics, and attorney-facing content, making sure everything feels polished, is on-brand, and is client-ready.
Assist video editors in basic video updates.
Ensure brand integrity through the adherence of Style Guide standards.
Support website projects through content and imagery additions and maintenance.
Retouch and size photography and images.
Create and maintain design templates for reusable creative pieces such as invitations and newsletters, flyers, and PowerPoint presentations.
Obtain and manage all photo rights for rights-managed imagery.
Work with external designers and printers through all outsourced creative projects, supporting the creative process, reviewing, and approving print proofs, and ensuring adherence to brand standards.
Other Duties
Supports special projects and firm initiatives as needed.
Reporting Relationship
The Graphic Designer reports directly to the Director of Marketing Communications.
Subordinate Staff: N/A
Qualifications
Knowledge/Experience
Experience adhering and referring to a recognized style guide. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat. Ability to edit basic HTML. Knowledge of basic video editing. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Experience working with external print services and ability to manage print requests including press checks when necessary. Experience taking and editing photos for business use. Experience supporting surveys and questionnaires using tools like SurveyMonkey, including formatting, basic design customization, and visual presentation of results. Minimum five years’ experience in graphic design, interactive design, and marketing. Professional services marketing experience preferred.
Skills
The position requires strong design, communication, writing, and editing skills. The ability to prioritize, coordinate multiple projects and handle tight deadlines is imperative. Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively. Ability to write basic ad copy and headlines. Ability to work in both PC and MAC environments. Excellent interpersonal relations, oral, and written communication skills required. Strong customer service attitude. Must be self-motivated and independent; able to work with minimal supervision.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Design or Communications.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move around the office up to 15% of the time to make copies, fax, file, etc. Remains stationary at least 85% of the time. This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., fax machine, copier, printer, etc.) on a regular basis. Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs. This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the Firm attorneys, clients and staff. This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time. Frequently identifies and distinguishes colors and correct focus.
Working Conditions
Hybrid Work Environment
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Graphic Designer position is now open for candidates interested in the Web / Graphic Design Jobs sector. This role in Dallas offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Web / Graphic Design Jobs is a plus.
