Sr. Graphic Designer

Job Description

OVERVIEW

The Sr. Graphic Designer is responsible for managing the graphic design capabilities of the Global Engagement and Communications department and the ongoing flow of projects and requests from across the organization, working alongside a team of casual designers to execute high-quality visual materials that enhance Jhpiego’s global brand. As a member of the Global Engagement & Communications Department (GECO), the Sr. Graphic Designer will collaborate with GECO staff, as well as other Jhpiego departments, to produce, re-purpose, and enhance online, print and multi-media materials, including communications and fundraising materials, e-learning and multi-media training packages, presentations and program reports, manuals, information sheets, proposals, illustrations, graphics. The staffer also will oversee adherence to brand and marking plans and logo guidelines. The Sr. Graphic Designer will oversee incoming graphic design requests from inside and outside the department on a daily basis, ensuring projects are promptly assigned, deadlines are met, and high quality is maintained by casuals and consultants. This role is the final set of eyes on all key graphic design requests for the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Visual Product Generation

• Manages the design, development and creation of products for international, high-visibility conferences and other events cross-functionally
• Leads creation and maintenance of a digital asset management system to centralize and archive design files, archive editable product files
• Develops, enhances, and/or modifies graphic/artwork requiring creative design thinking within guidelines
• Utilizes a variety of methods such as colour, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print and layout techniques to enhance, produce or co-produce graphics
• Designs branding standards and associated guides for key campaigns and new awards
• Develops branding guides and ensures organization-wide visibility and/or accessibility.

Online Materials

• Participates in the development of original designs or adaptations
• Consults with editorial staff and other design/desktop publishing staff to develop appropriate formats/designs for content
• Organizes and catalogues graphics files.

Print Materials

• Designs and formats print materials (in English and other languages) using style sheets, templates and branding designs
• Produces large text documents that include imported graphics, exhibits, tables, pull-out sheets, etc.
• Develops templates for proposal covers and text, presentations and other materials
• Identifies and implements new technologies for modern designs i.e. animations, embedded videos and other tactile/interactive design techniques for digital products.

Project Management

• Manages multiple projects of different types independently and/or in collaboration with other GECO team members or in consultation with organizational staff
• Leads collaborative design processes for events and campaigns requiring multiple designers.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Manages existing relationships with print vendors and lead printing to ensure quality and timeliness of delivery
• Disseminates design templates, softwares and skills throughout the organization to keep staff and organization positioned for excellence in design products

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, visual communication, and/or a related field such as instructional design
• 4 years related experience in design, editing, video, rich media, editing and desktop publishing
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat
• Ability to create a range of visual elements, such as logos, signage, graphic systems, printed materials, Web site design, specialty items, books, etc.; ability to take text expressing complex ideas and turn it into compelling graphics
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, changing assignments, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building and collaboration with team members
• Skills and knowledge to work with scientific and technical materials
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and an ability to explain graphics software information to non-technical staff
• Ability to influence, persuade and negotiate with clients on design direction and appropriateness
• Advanced knowledge of marketing principles/concepts
• Knowledge of international development and global public health issues
• Ability to art direct freelance designers, photographers and illustrators.

About the Organization

Total Rewards:

The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

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