Job Description

Graphic Designer I

Employment Type: Contract through December 31, 2025 (High potential for extension)

Location: Jackson, MI 49201

Work Schedule: Hybrid (On-site: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday | Remote: Wednesday, Friday)

Position Overview

CMS Energy is seeking a Graphic Designer I to join our Visual Design and Multimedia team, a part of our 20–25-person creative services department. This hybrid role requires a well-rounded creative professional with demonstrated experience in both graphic design and video production/editing . The ideal candidate will be local to Jackson, MI, and able to travel to the Jackson office approximately once per week, with occasional field assignments across Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a lean video team to support editing and video production efforts
• Assist with field photography and videography for marketing and communications
• Contribute to external communications including paid media, social campaigns, and brand marketing
• Support graphic design needs for product marketing and internal projects
• Serve as an in-house editor working closely with writers, designers, and marketers

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong video editing experience using Adobe Premiere
• Experience with video shooting for both social media and traditional platforms
• Knowledge of timeline-based editing and storytelling
• Working familiarity with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Animate
• Strong eye for design, layout, and visual storytelling
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Multimedia, or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in graphic design and video production
• Must have access to reliable transportation for occasional field travel
• Portfolio required showcasing both graphic design and video/photography work

Notes

• Candidates must be local to Jackson, MI , or willing to relocate within commuting distance
• This is a hybrid position , with both remote and onsite responsibilities

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