Graphic Designer
Bluerock is a leading institutional alternative asset management and investment company with more than $15 Billion in assets under management and 150 employees nationwide.
We are currently seeking a qualified, full-time Graphic Designer for our Boise, Idaho office and hybrid/work remote location. The Graphic Designer will work directly with both the print and live marketing teams to develop materials for a variety of audiences, in a variety of mediums, at a national level.
As a skilled Graphic Designer, the ideal candidate must be able to visually translate often-complex investment industry jargon into engaging, compelling design and messaging for consumption by both financial professionals and industry consumers. Projects will include, but are not limited to: multi-faceted brochures, business collateral, interactive newsletters, forms, direct mailers, electronic presentations (PowerPoint), tradeshow graphics, web graphics, and development of informational graphics such as graphs and charts.
The candidate must also be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, operate independently, and complete projects as needed with minimal direction. The right fit for Bluerock’s fast-paced Marketing team will also require a candidate who has effective verbal communication skills, efficient time management abilities, and attention to detail.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Four-year degree in advertising, graphic design, marketing, or web design;
- At least 3 years of proven experience in Graphic Design preferred within a corporate or agency environment;
- Must be extremely detail-oriented and a self-starter;
- Understanding of printing and prepress processes and prepping art files for print a plus;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail;
- Strong design skills including layout, typography, and production;
- Ability to materialize mock-ups from scratch, with a high sense of style, or manipulate existing materials/files;
- Exceptional and effective communication skills;
- Experience on both Mac and PC platforms;
- Skills in PowerPoint, copywriting and proofreading are a plus; and
- An advanced proficiency with 2023 Adobe Creative Cloud programs and Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, are required.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of senior creative staff, design and produce a wide variety of marketing materials, highlighting corporate and investment initiatives;
- Work directly with investment management teams to create / design investment materials;
- Produce and update sales materials including PowerPoint presentations, graphics, and data;
- Convert Word and Excel files into eye-popping documents using Adobe Creative Cloud software;
- Support the marketing team with the development and creation of educational materials;
- Support the marketing team with event production and logistics including tradeshow banners, collateral coordination, booth design and updating, and all event-marketing materials;
- Work with multiple printers and various other outside vendors;
- Compose and produce work in a fast-paced environment where speed and accuracy are required;
- Inventory management of existing materials
- Responsibility, accuracy, and accountability on every project.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your cover letter, resume, and examples of your work in low-resolution PDF format or a link to your online portfolio to Josh Hoffman at jhoffman@bluerock.com. Please reference the job title in the subject line.
Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time opportunity with competitive compensation, including bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; paid time off and holidays; flexible spending account; and 401(k).
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Managing Director, Bluerock Value Exchange (BVEX)
Bluerock Capital Markets is the dedicated dealer manager for Bluerock, a leading institutional alternative asset management and investment company with more $15 Billion in assets under management.
Bluerock, a national sponsor of 1031 exchange programs, is currently seeking a Managing Director, Bluerock Value Exchange (BVEX), the division of Bluerock dedicated to the syndication of section 1031 exchange programs with more than $2.5 billion in prior sponsored programs. The Managing Director will lead all facets of BVEX’s capital raising and strategy efforts at a national level in conjunction with the assistance of a robust capital markets team of wholesalers and securities professionals with more than 50 individuals servicing across all channels (independent broker dealers, regionals, wire houses, RIAs, and home offices). This position includes a salary and a global basis point commission override on all 1031 DST sales.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- 7-10+ years of relevant professional experience with full understanding and working knowledge of IRC Section 1031 exchanges, 721 exchanges, UPREITs, qualified intermediaries, and real estate;
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university (MBA, CFA, or CFP a plus);
- Strong communication skills with the ability to speak persuasively in positive or negative situations. Present ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention and demonstrates solid group presentation skills;
- Knowledge of alternative investments, wholesale distribution of financial products, marketplace, and competition;
- High level knowledge of real estate fundamentals and valuation methodologies including cap rates, NOI, debt/financing, and other integral facets of single asset or portfolio transactions;
- High level knowledge of CRM systems (Salesforce), Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook;
- Excellent multi-tasking and organization with the ability to prioritize and plan work activities with effective time management;
- Strong work ethic and high integrity; and
- FINRA Series 7 and 63 required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position:
- Lead all capital raising efforts at a national level for all BVEX sponsored programs working directly with all 19 national regions/territories serving independent broker dealers, RIAs, and national accounts teams;
- Attain a firm understanding of all newly offered 1031 Exchange/DST/721 Exchange programs and assist with marketing and collateral material creation and selling group buildout effort;
- Clearly and effectively communicate with financial advisors, investors, tax, and legal advisors about BVEX programs;
- Deliver sales presentations to advisors and their clients via webinars, one-on-one meetings and conference calls;
- Cultivate, service, and build long-term advisor relationships with a robust portfolio of clients at a national level;
- Serve as a product expert and in-house resource across all areas of BVEX programs, track record, and investment strategies;
- Work hand-in-glove with wholesalers and their client advisors and investors to advance leads and close business;
- Work directly with Investor Relations to seamlessly and efficiently close all inbound 1031 transaction subscriptions;
- Maintain daily pipeline tracking report for all program reservations and transactions closing in conjunction with investor relations teams;
- Consistently work with IR and wholesalers to communicate remaining equity, indications of interest, and reservations both in-house and to the advisor community;
- Maintain a high level of compliance awareness and knowledge; and
- Travel as needed to industry and partner conferences and to conduct meetings and business opportunities.
Bluerock Capital Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are interested in applying for this position, please tell us why in your cover letter and email this along with your resume in PDF or Word format. Please reference the job title in the subject line of your email. Resumes and cover letters sent to: jhoffman@bluerockcm.com.
Benefits: Health insurance benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Flexible, hybrid office / work-from-home schedule.
Location: Remote or Newport Beach, CA office
Compensation: Competitive Salary BOE, unlimited commissions potential, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits.