Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager

Location: Dallas TX Position Type: Full-Time Exempt Reports To: Business Development & Marketing Director Company: SHM Architects PLLC (Represented by Luxus)

Company Overview

SHM Architects PLLC is a Dallas-based architecture landscape architecture and interior design firm with a diverse portfolio spanning boutique planning single-family and multifamily residential master planning retail and niche commercial architecture. Founded on collaboration and thoughtful design SHM believes the strongest work emerges from shared ideasnot a singular style.

The firms philosophy centers on creating aspirational purposeful design rooted in client needs budget and respect for site context. SHMs culture values humility craftsmanship lifelong learning and a belief in embracing imperfect beauty.

Role Overview

The Marketing Manager is responsible for executing and advancing SHMs firmwide marketing strategy supporting business development efforts and strengthening the firms brand presence. This role blends strategic execution with hands-on creative workranging from proposal development and graphic design to event planning and public relations.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced creative professional services environment balances multiple priorities independently and brings both strong aesthetic judgment and exceptional written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute firmwide marketing initiatives aligned with SHMs brand values and business development goals.

• Support client experience and branding efforts including promotional items and branded collateral.

• Manage and maintain the firmwide marketing calendar.

• Research write edit and format project descriptions resumes qualifications and proposal materials.

• Develop graphics layouts and compelling written content for proposals presentations and marketing collateral.

• Ensure consistent quality accuracy and visual excellence across all deliverables.

• Plan and execute company events community engagement initiatives and business development activities.

• Coordinate public relations efforts including press releases announcements editorials awards and submissions.

• Manage advertising schedules deadlines and direct submissions.

• Order and coordinate client and stakeholder gifts.

• Oversee the firms digital asset library including photography press coverage and award documentation.

• Coordinate and manage external consultants supporting social media and graphic design efforts.

• Participate in hiring training and development of marketing support staff.

• Conduct timely constructive performance evaluations.

• Support personnel management activities in partnership with firm leadership and HR.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Marketing Communications Public Relations Journalism or a related field

Experience

• 510 years of marketing experience

• Background in professional services architecture/design or luxury/boutique brands strongly preferred

Technical & Creative Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign (required)

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

• Familiarity with Canva and other design platforms

• Strong graphic design layout and photo selection skills

• Excellent writing editing and proofreading capabilities

Professional Skills

• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shift priorities independently

• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure

• Professional collaborative demeanor with internal teams and external partners

• High level of integrity accountability and ownership of work

Portfolio Requirement

• A strong portfolio of design and written work must be submitted with application

Work Environment

• Collaborative in-office role located in the historic Meadows Building at Energy Square

• Standard hours: 8:30 AM 5:30 PM CST MondayFriday (flexibility provided as business needs require)

• Occasional evening weekend or local travel may be required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities

• Medical insurance (100% employee premium covered)

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance

• HSA quarterly employer contributions

• Safe Harbor 401(k) with company contributions

• Personalized PTO

• Five paid holidays plus winter break (typically 12/241/1)

• Paid parental leave (birth adoption placement)

• Annual healthy living benefit

• Free Energy Square Fitness Center access

• Paid covered parking

• Robust professional development opportunities

• Team perks including events meals celebrations and community activities

Why Join SHM Architects

• Work with a respected design-driven firm with a collaborative culture

• Influence firmwide branding and business development strategy

• Hands-on creative role with leadership visibility

• Long-term growth opportunity within a values-driven organization

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