Lend your talent, creativity, and drive to the world’s most exciting destinations.

Graphic Designer, Marketing

PGAV Destinations is seeking a talented Graphic Designer who will work within our marketing team and closely with our business development team to develop high-quality proposals that convey PGAV’s value to potential clients and help secure projects on a global scale. The role will also create presentations, advertisements, industry reports, recruiting material, social media content, promo items, and other marketing collateral, enhancing brand visibility and driving business growth. You’ll be an integral part of our marketing team, contributing to the conceptualization and execution of projects requiring creativity, strategic thinking, and technical skills.

Job Responsibilities:

Proposal Design & Development:

• RFP Analysis: Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to establish deadlines and production guidelines, identify content, and collect information.
• Maintain Schedule: Coordinate the proposal schedule, outline, and checklist to ensure timely and organized submissions.
• Participate: Participate in proposal meetings to align team efforts and establish clear objectives.
• Design Compelling Content: Design content that showcases the unique strengths and capabilities of our company, projects, and staff.
• Handle Multiple Projects: Manage multiple concurrent projects with stringent deadlines and last-minute requirements.
• Oversee Production and Delivery: Manage the production and delivery of completed proposals.

Corporate Marketing:

• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with senior management to develop and execute strategic marketing initiatives that align with our business goals.
• Develop Marketing Collateral: Create a wide range of marketing materials, including industry e-newsletters, ads, publications (such as industry reports with data-driven infographics), invitations, recruitment materials, social media and website content, etc., to effectively communicate our brand.
• Maintain Brand Consistency: Help develop and maintain a consistent brand voice and image across all marketing materials and platforms.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work with business development and project teams to gather key insights and improve the visual impact of proposals and marketing materials.
• Improvement/Feedback: Embrace feedback and suggestions, integrating input to elevate the quality of proposals and marketing materials.

Basic Requirements:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, or a related field.
• Experience: Must possess at least 1-2 years of experience (in either proposal design or graphic design/branding in a corporate environment). Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design. Ability to work within brand guidelines and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge Base: Familiarity and experience with corporate branding and/or architecture/design preferred.
• Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, and PowerPoint, with a strong understanding of digital and print production standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brainstorm collaboratively. Self-driven to complete tasks independently.

Preferred Skills:

• Proposal Management Tools: Proficiency in using proposal management tools to streamline workflow and enhance efficiency.
• Experience creating and posting social media. Photography and illustration skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of After Effects, Premier Pro, or other motion editing software is a plus.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate independent judgment, strong project management skills, a solid understanding of the proposal process, outstanding attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Could you be a great match? Check out our:

• Newsletter– https://www.pgavdestinology.com/
• Industry Reports – https://pgavtest.wpenginepowered.com/insights/
• LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/pgav-destinations
• Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/PGAVDestinations
• Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/pgavdestinations/

This position is based in our St. Louis office.

From our downtown St. Louis, MO, and Orlando, FL, studios, PGAV Destinations is a dynamic team with over 150 lively and talented individuals thriving in a creative, eclectic, and collaborative environment. Our specializations range from architecture and exhibit design to landscape design, environmental graphics, sculpture, industrial design, and urban planning.

About PGAV Destinations:

PGAV Destinations has spent nearly six decades creating unforgettable experiences around the world. As a global leader in planning and designing iconic destinations, PGAV shapes the future of theme parks, zoos, museums, aquariums, heritage sites, and more. We bring imagination to life, creating spaces that inspire wonder, connection, and adventure.

Step into our studios and discover a workplace that’s as captivating as the destinations we design. The walls are adorned with attraction models, vibrant zebra paintings, and murals that capture the beauty of the spaces we’ve created. Our open office layout fosters collaboration, while indoor and outdoor breakout spaces offer the perfect backdrop for brainstorming sessions, presentations, and social gatherings.

PGAV offers competitive pay, excellent insurance, and plentiful holidays and vacation time. We recognize the strength of the unique perspectives and experiences our team members bring to the table. We actively seek diverse talent and foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

What truly sets PGAV Destinations apart is our people—the heartbeat of our creativity. Our team is the driving force behind our mission. That mission? To create places that resonate with people: places to work, places to learn, places to discover, and places to play. We bring our visions to life by creating awe-inspiring destinations and experiences that span the globe, all while prioritizing empathy, cultural sensitivity, and authenticity.

To apply, send your resume to marie.shellenberg@pgav.com.

PGAV Destinations is seeking a self-motivated, growth-oriented, organized, and creative individual to provide project management for our clients and teams. Project work will include all levels and phases of design from concept through project opening.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited college or university
• 8 or more years of experience in an architectural firm
• Licensure strongly preferred

Skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with varying deadlines
• Ability to create and execute design vision for each project
• Ability to coordinate all aspects of assigned projects and estimate scopes of work
• Demonstrated client-facing experience
• Strong knowledge of documentation process and standard architectural deliverables
• Excellent communication especially demonstrating ability to lead teams across multiple physical locations
• Ability to nurture and maintain key relationships internally and externally
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of project delivery utilizing Revit and AutoCAD software
• Excellent verbal/written skills
• Ability to travel as needed

Job Requirements

• Successfully manage projects to meet client’s expectations and the firm’s mission and vision
• Develop project work plans and strategies for success
• Serve as main point of contact for clients
• Make decisions independently and representing the company and customer to resolve important issues and coordination items
• Communicate project scope, goals, and limitations internally and externally
• Manage internal multi-disciplinary coordination
• Create and update project schedules and budgets
• Conduct quality control activities throughout the project
• Direct staff and ensure project milestones are being met
• Mentor staff in their professional development
• Promote and represent the firm in a professional manner

To apply, send your resume, portfolio, and one-page cover letter (maximum file size 9 MB) to marie.shellenberg@pgav.com.