Graphic Designer Jobs in Ohio
Graphic Designer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in advertising agencies, healthcare marketing, consumer packaged goods, and retail branding across entry-level to senior creative director roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Nationwide, Progressive Insurance, and Procter & Gamble maintain in-house creative teams. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio include brand identity design, packaging design, and digital/UX-adjacent visual work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Graphic Designer I creates visual concepts and marketing materials that support the advertising and marketing activities of Gorman-Rupp Pumps USA, the Pumps Group divisions, and Corporate offices, as required. In addition to graphic design, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s social media program under the direction of Advertising leadership. This role uses AI tools to support planning, content creation, and performance analysis while maintaining brand consistency and technical accuracy. All content should strengthen brand awareness, engage end users, and support the distributor network.
This position is not available for hybrid or remote work. Works 100% in the office. No relocation package is available for this position.
Key Responsibilities
1. Graphic Design and Creative Support
- Create graphics, layouts, images, animations, and copy for brochures, advertisements, digital marketing, and other branded materials.
- Produce product photography and edit images for print and digital use.
- Design and produce the employee newsletter, and fulfill logo and photo requests from distributors, divisions, and corporate offices.
- Follow design briefs and brand guidelines, collaborate with Advertising staff on concepts, and prepare final files for production.
- Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, communicate progress, and stay current with design trends and software.
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2. Social Media Program and AI Tools
- Develop and execute a social media program, including objectives, target audiences, channel recommendations, content themes, and a consistent posting schedule aligned with advertising and marketing priorities. Own strategy, priorities, and manages day-to-day execution and improvements.
- Own the content calendar and coordinate posts that support product launches, technical education, trade shows, distributor activities, company news, and employee stories.
- Create and adapt post copy, graphics, photography, and short videos for each platform; coordinate reviews and approvals, schedule content, and publish approved posts.
- Use company-approved AI tools to brainstorm campaigns, draft and refine copy, develop creative concepts, repurpose approved content, and improve production efficiency.
- Review and edit AI-assisted content for accuracy, tone, and visual quality; verify product information with internal experts; and follow company requirements for confidential information and image usage.
- Monitor comments and messages, coordinate timely responses, and route product or sales inquiries to the appropriate internal contacts or distributors.
- Track reach, engagement, audience growth, website traffic, and inquiries; provide regular reports; and use findings, including AI-assisted analysis, to improve content and results.
- Evaluate emerging social media and AI tools, and recommend practical improvements to the program.
Education/Certification
● Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
Experience Required
● 1–3 years of professional graphic design experience.
● Hands-on experience planning, creating, publishing, and evaluating social media content for a business or organization.
● Practical experience using AI tools for copy development, design support, content repurposing, or marketing analysis.
● A portfolio demonstrating graphic design and social media work, including examples of AI-assisted projects where available.
Required Knowledge
● Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
● Working knowledge of social media platforms, publishing tools, content calendars, platform-specific formats, and analytics.
● Understanding of AI prompting, editing, and verification practices, including how to recognize inaccurate or unsuitable output.
● Knowledge of branding, print and digital production, and basic video editing for social media. Familiarity with industrial or business-to-business (B2B) marketing is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
● Strong design, writing, editing, communication, and public relations skills.
● Ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for customers and distributors.
● Initiative to develop content ideas, organize a social media program, and recommend improvements based on results.
● Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to collaborate, meet deadlines, and provide proactive project updates.
● Ability to assist with special mailings as requested.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
● Strength & Stamina: Primarily an office-based position with extended periods of computer-based work. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and to move and store heavy paper cartons, printing supplies, and other materials.
● Mobility & Dexterity: Regular sitting, standing, and walking within office and facility environments. Must be able to operate standard office, computer, camera, photography, and related production equipment effectively.
● Endurance: Must be able to sustain concentration and attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
● Vision & Hearing: Close visual acuity and accurate color perception are required for designing and reviewing graphics, layouts, photography, video, and computer screens. Normal hearing is required for effective communication.
● Environmental Conditions & Safety: Work may include product photography and content capture in manufacturing, warehouse, and other facility areas, as well as at tradeshows and company or distributor events. The employee must comply with all Company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment.
● Travel: Occasional travel may be required for tradeshows, distributor activities, photography, or special events.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Position Summary
The Graphic Designer I creates visual concepts and marketing materials that support the advertising and marketing activities of Gorman-Rupp Pumps USA, the Pumps Group divisions, and Corporate offices, as required. In addition to graphic design, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s social media program under the direction of Advertising leadership. This role uses AI tools to support planning, content creation, and performance analysis while maintaining brand consistency and technical accuracy. All content should strengthen brand awareness, engage end users, and support the distributor network.
This position is not available for hybrid or remote work. Works 100% in the office. No relocation package is available for this position.
Key Responsibilities
1. Graphic Design and Creative Support
- Create graphics, layouts, images, animations, and copy for brochures, advertisements, digital marketing, and other branded materials.
- Produce product photography and edit images for print and digital use.
- Design and produce the employee newsletter, and fulfill logo and photo requests from distributors, divisions, and corporate offices.
- Follow design briefs and brand guidelines, collaborate with Advertising staff on concepts, and prepare final files for production.
- Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, communicate progress, and stay current with design trends and software.
*
2. Social Media Program and AI Tools
- Develop and execute a social media program, including objectives, target audiences, channel recommendations, content themes, and a consistent posting schedule aligned with advertising and marketing priorities. Own strategy, priorities, and manages day-to-day execution and improvements.
- Own the content calendar and coordinate posts that support product launches, technical education, trade shows, distributor activities, company news, and employee stories.
- Create and adapt post copy, graphics, photography, and short videos for each platform; coordinate reviews and approvals, schedule content, and publish approved posts.
- Use company-approved AI tools to brainstorm campaigns, draft and refine copy, develop creative concepts, repurpose approved content, and improve production efficiency.
- Review and edit AI-assisted content for accuracy, tone, and visual quality; verify product information with internal experts; and follow company requirements for confidential information and image usage.
- Monitor comments and messages, coordinate timely responses, and route product or sales inquiries to the appropriate internal contacts or distributors.
- Track reach, engagement, audience growth, website traffic, and inquiries; provide regular reports; and use findings, including AI-assisted analysis, to improve content and results.
- Evaluate emerging social media and AI tools, and recommend practical improvements to the program.
Education/Certification
● Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
Experience Required
● 1–3 years of professional graphic design experience.
● Hands-on experience planning, creating, publishing, and evaluating social media content for a business or organization.
● Practical experience using AI tools for copy development, design support, content repurposing, or marketing analysis.
● A portfolio demonstrating graphic design and social media work, including examples of AI-assisted projects where available.
Required Knowledge
● Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
● Working knowledge of social media platforms, publishing tools, content calendars, platform-specific formats, and analytics.
● Understanding of AI prompting, editing, and verification practices, including how to recognize inaccurate or unsuitable output.
● Knowledge of branding, print and digital production, and basic video editing for social media. Familiarity with industrial or business-to-business (B2B) marketing is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
● Strong design, writing, editing, communication, and public relations skills.
● Ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for customers and distributors.
● Initiative to develop content ideas, organize a social media program, and recommend improvements based on results.
● Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to collaborate, meet deadlines, and provide proactive project updates.
● Ability to assist with special mailings as requested.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
● Strength & Stamina: Primarily an office-based position with extended periods of computer-based work. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and to move and store heavy paper cartons, printing supplies, and other materials.
● Mobility & Dexterity: Regular sitting, standing, and walking within office and facility environments. Must be able to operate standard office, computer, camera, photography, and related production equipment effectively.
● Endurance: Must be able to sustain concentration and attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
● Vision & Hearing: Close visual acuity and accurate color perception are required for designing and reviewing graphics, layouts, photography, video, and computer screens. Normal hearing is required for effective communication.
● Environmental Conditions & Safety: Work may include product photography and content capture in manufacturing, warehouse, and other facility areas, as well as at tradeshows and company or distributor events. The employee must comply with all Company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment.
● Travel: Occasional travel may be required for tradeshows, distributor activities, photography, or special events.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in graphic designer jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related creative field
- Portfolio demonstrating brand identity, print, and digital design projects
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- Experience collaborating with marketing, product, or communications teams on campaign assets
- Familiarity with packaging design or retail production specifications for consumer goods roles
- Working knowledge of design for digital platforms including social media and web environments
Graphic Designer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a graphic designer in Ohio?
Graphic design is not a state-licensed profession in Ohio, so there is no required exam or registration board. Most Ohio employers expect a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or fine arts from an accredited program, such as those offered at Columbus College of Art and Design, the Cleveland Institute of Art, or the University of Cincinnati's DAAP. A strong portfolio demonstrating real-world project work carries more weight in hiring decisions than any single credential.
How much do graphic designers make in Ohio?
Graphic designers in Ohio earn a median of about $60,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,050 for the lowest 10% to over $99,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire graphic designers in Ohio?
Employers hiring graphic designers in Ohio right now include Procter & Gamble, OCLC, and mavin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional healthcare systems, and mid-size advertising agencies creates a broad and varied pool of in-house and agency design roles across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most graphic designer jobs?
Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus hold the most graphic designer openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of insurance, retail, and tech company headquarters that maintain large in-house creative teams, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate consistent demand through healthcare marketing departments, regional advertising agencies, and consumer goods companies based in each metro.
Are there remote graphic designer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of graphic designer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally suited the work is to distributed teams. Brand, digital, and social media design roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while packaging and production-heavy positions more often require on-site collaboration with print vendors or manufacturing teams.
How can I get hired as a graphic designer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building a portfolio through freelance projects, student work, or volunteer design for nonprofits before applying to junior or assistant designer roles. Ohio's healthcare systems, universities, and regional agencies regularly hire entry-level designers and design coordinators. Columbus College of Art and Design and the Cleveland Institute of Art both connect graduating students directly with Ohio employers. Moving from a marketing coordinator or production assistant role into a design position is a common lateral entry for candidates with self-taught or certificate-based skills.
Where can I find and apply to graphic designer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to graphic designer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to each position through the listing.
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