Junior Graphic Designer at Dean Dorton in Indianapolis, IN

About Dean Dorton

Dean Dorton is a leading professional services firm spanning certified public accounting, business advisory, and technology solutions. We are your partners in redefining success through innovation and data-driven strategies. Our experts provide an integrated suite of audit, tax, business management, consulting and technology solutions to companies both domestic and international. We help our clients strategize, adapt, and change in every stage of business, from startup and growth to succession planning and everything in between.

Our core values guide how we work, lead, and support one another every day. They are:

• Integrity - We do the right thing, integrity guides our decisions.
• Relationships - We value people, relationships drive our impact.
• Collaboration - We win as one team, collaboration fuels our success.
• Growth - We stay curious, growth is our mindset.

About the Marketing Team

Dean Dorton’s Marketing team plays a critical role in driving growth, visibility, and strategic positioning for the firm. Through thoughtful storytelling, targeted campaigns, and cross-functional collaboration, we help elevate our brand and build meaningful relationships with clients and communities across all industries we serve.

About the Role

The Junior Graphic Designer supports the firm’s brand presence through engaging, high-quality visual content across digital and print platforms. This role works closely with the Senior Marketing Brand Manager and collaborates across teams to develop assets that align with Dean Dorton’s visual identity and enhance both external marketing and internal communications. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn and grow while contributing fresh ideas and innovative design solutions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties & responsibilities of the Junior Graphic Designer role are outlined below in correlation with Dean Dorton’s performance management impact areas.

Technical

Definition: your specialized knowledge & expertise associated with the work you perform for/with clients (note: clients may be internal to Dean Dorton).

• Support the firm’s brand and marketing initiatives through creative content development, requiring a variety of tasks that may include:

  • Designing marketing collateral including brochures, presentations, social media graphics, event signage, and advertisements
  • Creating visual assets for digital platforms such as the website, email campaigns, and internal newsletters
  • Ensuring all creative aligns with brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity
  • Assisting with video, photography, and multimedia projects as needed

Behavioral

Definition: the behaviors associated with performing your job (interpersonal skills).

• Demonstrate collaboration, creativity, and professionalism in all marketing interactions, requiring a variety of behaviors that may include:
  • Communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders to understand creative needs
  • Receiving and incorporating feedback into design iterations
  • Balancing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and upholding quality standards
  • Partnering with the Senior Marketing Brand Manager to evolve and uphold brand identity

Non-Charge

Definition: the contribution you make to Dean Dorton outside of client work.

• Contribute to the growth, efficiency, and innovation of the marketing function beyond day-to-day design work, requiring a variety of efforts that may include:
  • Organizing design files, templates, and brand assets for team-wide access
  • Proactively learning new design tools, trends, and techniques
  • Supporting firmwide employee communications and internal initiatives with visual assets
  • Participating in team meetings, process improvements, and brainstorming sessions

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in graphic design, preferably within a marketing, agency, or corporate environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Familiarity with video editing and motion graphics tools (Premiere Pro or After Effects a plus)
• Strong attention to detail with an eye for typography, layout, and color
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with digital marketing platforms and social media design best practices

Software & Tools

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects)
• Canva or similar lightweight design platforms
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com)

Travel

Occasional travel to Dean Dorton offices or events may be required.

The Fun Stuff

• Work isn’t all work! We want to make your experience at Dean Dorton a great one. From your health and happiness to your long-term satisfaction, we focus on YOU! A few highlights are listed below:
  • Flexible work schedules and environment
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs
  • Retirement benefits, including a best-in-class employer match and automatic profit sharing.
  • Telemedicine, mental health resources and wellness program reimbursement

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additionally, responsibilities and duties may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. Dean Dorton is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms. Any resumes or candidate information submitted without a current, signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited, become the property of the company, and will not obligate the company to pay any fees or commissions.