Current Openings

Now that you know a little about us, if it feels like a fit, we encourage you to explore our current openings below. Unless otherwise noted, please direct career inquiries to info@burdetteketchum.com.

Media/Planner Buyer

We are seeking a versatile professional to lead our media planning/buying efforts. Proven success in negotiating, scheduling and buying media (digital/broadcast/print/OOH); identifying target audiences and maximizing media efficiencies; developing and implementing media plans; placing, confirming and monitoring media orders; proactively managing internal and external teams and advocating for optimal media plans.

Ideal candidate will be highly detail-oriented; must be able to juggle multiple priorities and work independently. 5+ years experience in media planning/buying, college degree preferred.

Jr. Graphic Designer/Graphic Designer

Burdette Ketchum is seeking a Jr. Graphic Designer or Graphic Designer to join our award-winning team. If you are a creative rockstar, then we're looking for you. The ideal candidate is strong, passionate and a visual thinker who is extremely detail-oriented and organized. This team player loves to collaborate, take initiative and bring ideas to the table. Must possess a desire to learn, grow with the company, produce incredible work, and a disciplined work ethic. Responsibilities include design and advertising layout for print and new media, sales collateral, brochures, marketing materials, tradeshows, and photo-retouching

Professional Skills & Qualifications

  • Wildly creative, obsessively meticulous, and an amazing portfolio that proves it
  • Bachelor or Associate's degree in graphic design. Photography and web design skills a plus, but not required
  • Jedi skills in Adobe Creative Suite [CS5]; InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge and Acrobat Pro
  • Must have a strong understanding of design, brand standards, color, typography, layout, production and printing processes
  • Superb execution of all projects from direction to design to completion. We expect excellence so we can deliver excellence
  • West Coast client so must be a little flexible with hours
  • Will work directly with Design Director, Associate Creative Director and Creative Director
  • Manage tight and multiple deadlines without breaking a sweat and keeping a positive attitude
  • Self-motivated, excellent communication, an open mind, and digitally organized with good file management
  • 2-3 years real-world experience in production or graphic design a plus

Competitive compensation package and benefits offered. Please send resume, portfolio website link or Portfolio PDF (no more than 5MB) and a brief email stating why you would be an ideal candidate to Taylor Harkey, Associate Creative Director at tharkey@burdetteketchum.com.