Designer Senior

For this contract position with a growing healthcare corporation, you will provide senior level conceptualization and design of highly visible, innovative collateral and advertising. You will also collaborate on internal creative brainstorm sessions. We are looking for candidates who continually strive to create superior design and keep in tune with current design trends.

QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

- 4 year degree in Graphic Design and/or related field with 6-10 years of professional design experience is required, specifically designing for B2B, retail and corporate marketing programs or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Agency background a plus
- Exceptional creative skills and marketing knowledge desirable
- Excellent proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite products InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Ability to work independently and handle many projects simultaneously
- Excellent people skills and flexibility in dealing with changing schedules and multiple points of view
- Strong typography, color theory, corporate identity, and branding understanding required
- Advanced working knowledge of both Macintosh/PC computer platforms
- Comprehensive understanding of print production and new methods
- Excellent presentation skills are required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Reviews and collaborates on all new concepts and major campaigns with the Creative Director from concept through production
- Works as team member with copywriters and project managers
- Consults and problem solves with internal and external printing shops and other vendors
- Designs highest level creative projects
- Assists the Production Manager in guiding projects to completion
- Collaborates with all internal departments to create enticing and innovative collateral
- Develops, implements, and communicates consistent style and production guidelines that address, adhere and expand upon existing brand specifications
- Provides direction and/or assistance to other graphics staff members when required
- Presents designs and concepts that accurately address marketing objectives

This contract position is expected to be 6 months in duration.