Graphic Designer - Marketing & Communications

JOB SUMMARY:
As part of the Division of External Affairs, and under the supervision of the Manager, Marketing Communications, the Graphic Designer, analyzes and creates visual solutions to communication needs through a wide range of materials, producing high quality, accurate work on deadline. Meets independently or as part of the creative team with clients to discuss business objectives and requirements of the job. Develops design briefs and timelines based on client meetings. Independently develops and makes judgments regarding the overall layout and production design for print and digital materials, which may include: magazines, brochures, annual reports, color and black-and-white ads for newspapers and magazines, emails and web layout, invitations, post cards, logo designs, banners, posters and signage. Holds a high degree of proficiency in assessing print procedures, photographic quality and other inputs to the design process. Works directly with client to gather input and provides work flow updates to the client. Collaborates with writers and other organizational staff on RCHSD short and long-range projects and proactively identifies design opportunities that advance the goals of Marketing & Communications. The graphic designer is often called upon to consult directly with senior management regarding logo/brand development and for hospital-wide projects requiring decor, design, visual presentations and themes, and often performs these functions with short turnaround times.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
3 Years of Experience
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree, or equivalent experience
Excellent communication skills including strong skills in editing, storytelling and creative conceptualization.
Highly proficient in Quark, Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as advanced skills with non-linear editing, such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.
Experience processing, managing and tracking jobs with print vendors.
Experience with four-color process and spot-color printing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
5 Years of Experience
Experience with InDesign, still photography, GoPro cameras, drone and other unique videography techniques a plus.
Project management experience
Web design layout (excluding programming/coding) a plus.
Experience developing and maintaining vendor relationships.
Experience in the healthcare industry.
PowerPoint and presentation design layout (excluding programming/coding) a plus.

The expected hiring range for this position is $29.49 to $40.55

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.