Marketing Specialist (Remote)

ESP Associates is seeking a Marketing Specialist to join our Marketing & Visioning team.  This position offers a remote option in the U.S., with opportunities for in-person collaboration, as needed.  This role is ideal for a graphic designer with 2-4 years of professional experience who excels in layout-heavy, template-driven design and is comfortable working across both internal marketing initiatives and periodic client-facing deliverables.While this position may support client-related materials such as visioning documents, branding support, or presentation graphics, this work is project-based and cyclical, not continuous or billable-style production.  The primary focus of this role is strengthening the internal marketing infrastructure that supports ESP and our Team of Companies: through templates, systems, and high-quality design execution used firmwide.Occasional travel to ESP offices and project locations may be required to support collaboration and team needs.What You’ll Do – Key Responsibilities:Graphic Design, Layout & Template DevelopmentDesign and maintain high-quality, reusable templates for firmwide use, including:Proposal and qualification templatesMicrosoft Word and PowerPoint templatesProject sheets, case studies, and branded reportsInternal marketing tools and presentation frameworksBuild and manage structured documents in Adobe InDesign, with strong technical proficiency in:Paragraph, character, and object stylesParent pagesStyle-drive template systems built from scratchWork confidently within existing templates and continuously refine them to improve clarity, efficiency, and consistencyApply strong design judgementExecute layout-heavy design work with strong attention to typography, hierarchy, spacing, and brand standardsPrepare clean, accurate print-ready and digital-ready filesMarketing Department Support (Primary Focus)Support the ESP Marketing Department with graphic design and layout needs serving all business units and subsidiary firmsCollaborate with marketing leadership and teammates to translate messaging into clear, professional visual layoutsContribute to the development and improvement of internal design systems that support scalable deliverables and workflowsClient Deliverable Support (Project-Based)Support client-facing deliverables (e.g., visioning materials, branded presentations, wayfinding or community engagement graphics, report design, etc.) as neededMaintain flexibility while recognizing that this role is not a constant client-production or agency-style positionQualifications We’re Looking ForRequirements:Associate’s degree in graphic design, journalism, or a related field; bachelor’s degree preferred2-4 years of professional graphic design experienceA strong design portfolio sample showcasing:Layout-driven, Business-to-Business (B2B), or editorial-style design workTemplate-based systems and structured documentsAdvanced working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with emphasis on:InDesignIllustratorPhotoShopAcrobatLightroom (minor photo editing)CC LibrariesStrong attention to detail, file organization, and production accuracyAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a collaborative team environmentCandidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.    Highly Preferred Skills & Experience:Experience designing and managing templates in:Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointAbility to translate brand systems effectively into Microsoft environments to templates used by non-designersExperience working in template-driven, production-heavy workflowsBackground in B2B environments, such as:Professional services firmsIn-house corporate marketing teamsEditorial, magazine, journal, or publication designAnnual reports, long-form documents, or proposal-based workExperience in the AEC industry (architecture, engineering, construction, planning) is a preferred plus, but not requiredLight writing or copy awareness is a strong plus, but career-based writing skills are not requiredExperience with CRM software, such as Unanet/Cosential or Deltek Vision You’ll Succeed in This Role If:You enjoy layout, structure, and systems just as much as visual creativityYou’re confident building and maintaining templates and understand the power of paragraph styles, parent pages, and reusable design frameworksYou take pride in clean files, organized documents, and production accuracyYou’re comfortable shifting between internal marketing priorities and periodic client-facing projects without expecting constant client production workYou work well in a collaborative, centralized team that serves many business units and brandsYou can receive feedback, iterate quickly, and improve designs with adaptabilityYou’re motivated by making other people’s work easier through smart, well-built design systemsSuccess in this role looks like well-built templates that others can use confidently, consistent visual quality across materials, and a marketing team that can rely on strong design systems rather than one-off fixes.Why This Role Matters The ESP Marketing Department supports every business unit, firm, and office across our Team of Companies. As the organization continues to grow, scalable design systems and well-built templates are essential to maintaining quality, consistency, and efficiency.This role plays a critical part in strengthening the foundation of our marketing work, making sure that proposals, presentations, and branded materials are not only visually strong, but also easy for teams across the organization to use correctly. By supporting both internal marketing initiatives and periodic client-facing deliverables, this position helps the department operate proactively rather than reactively.In short, this role helps the marketing team maintain high standards, reduce friction, and support thoughtful, well-executed work across everything we produce.This role also offers close collaboration with experienced marketers and designers, with regular feedback and opportunities to grow technical, strategic, and industry-specific design skills.Marketing & Visioning Team ValuesDesign decisions with intention: prioritizing clarity, usability, and longevity over trendsSystems over one-offs: building templates and frameworks that scale and empower others across our teamsShared ownership of quality: collaboration, accountability, and pride in getting the details rightESP Team of Companies OverviewThe ESP name stands for engineering, surveying, and planning, but we’re much more than that. We’re problem solvers, innovators, and partners on critical infrastructure projects that help shape the future.To meet the evolving needs of communities, agencies, and private clients, ESP’s unified family of companies delivers integrated services for projects across the U.S. in the transportation, power, water, broadband, municipal infrastructure, and community development markets.Known for our commitment to the highest standards, we don’t just show up to do a job—we take ownership of it. Every project, every challenge, and every commitment is executed with precision, accountability, and pride.Improving what people depend on isn’t just our mission—it’s who we are.ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including:   Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days) PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid HolidaysTiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) Behavioral Medicine through TeladocShort-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePet InsuranceEducation Reimbursement OpportunitiesFlexible and Dependent Benefits PlanReferral Bonuses