Lead Graphic Designer (W2 - 100% Remopte)

• To design, direct, coordinate, and produce visual materials for Client Foundation and Client affiliates in a variety of mediums, including: books, magazines, brochures, physical displays, posters, and electronic mediums including web design, electronic presentations, and multimedia products.
• The Senior Designer is an integral team member who, in addition to their normal production activities, provides art direction, proof checks, outsourcing management, image manipulation, job bidding, and direct customer consultation.

Job Responsibilities:

• The Senior Designer is active in the development and mentoring of other designers within the unit.
• The Senior Designer is commonly know as a high level performer both in volume and level of excellence of work within the unit.
• The Senior Designer possesses the highest level of technical and creative skills and is known within the unit as a go-to resource for other designers.
• The Senior Designer is an information resource for supervisors and management, keeping them abreast of latest technologies, techniques, and trends.
• The Senior Designer may also be asked to represent their unit by sitting on committees and task forces within the Institution.
• In addition, the Senior Designer can also be expected to lead teams on larger, more complicated projects including inter-divisional projects.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Two (2) year minimum employment experience required.
• (Portfolio required for review.) Incumbents must have a thorough knowledge of typography, type design, form and colour theory, proportion and balance, photographic and computer imaging techniques, electronic layout skills, exhibit/display knowledge and experience with unit specific software programs (see unit specific competencies).
• Candidates must be flexible, resourceful, and possess strong project management and interpersonal skills while effectively meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Candidates must also be able to work independently, give and receive clear and concise direction, and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Advanced Design Expertise:

• Proven ability to lead and execute complex, high-level creative across multiple formats and touchpoints.
• Strong visual storytelling skills with the ability to translate abstract ideas into compelling visuals that align with brand identity.
• Mastery of industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Suite InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop; After Effects for motion graphics; PowerPoint for program decks and visual presentations).

Expertise in Benefactor Proposal Design

• Demonstrated experience designing high-impact, tailored proposals and pitch materials for philanthropic audiences.
• Ability to create elevated, persuasive visual narratives that support major gift cultivation and stewardship.
• Familiarity with donor-centric messaging and collaborative work with fundraising and strategy partners.

Leadership & Creative Direction

• Ability to lead creative for Signature, High Net-Worth (HNW), and Focus events with confidence and ownership.
• Partner with the Art Director to establish and uphold the visual direction across key event types.
• Provide creative guidance and mentorship to junior team members and production collaborators.

Event-Specific Design Execution

• Develop mood boards, event branding, and comprehensive visual experiences (arrival, signage, staging, print materials, gifts).
• Execute polished PowerPoint presentations and motion graphics for event programs and donor engagement.
• Collaborate with internal partners and external vendors to deliver exceptional outcomes on tight timelines.

Production Oversight

• Prepare press-ready files and oversee quality assurance for printed and digital materials.
• Coordinate with vendors on production specs, proofing, delivery timelines, and quality standards.
• Leverage templated systems when appropriate while elevating visuals where needed.

Project Management & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Manage multiple concurrent event projects while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with event producers, strategists, vendors, and other creative team members.
• Proactively problem-solve and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Scope of Work The Senior Designer will:

• Lead design efforts for key benefactor-facing events and materials.
• Translate strategy into compelling visual solutions that inspire engagement and generosity.
• Ensure continuity, quality, and creative excellence in all aspects of event and proposal design.
• Exceptional attention to detail in layout, typography, hierarchy, and brand alignment.
• Excellent communication skills to convey design rationale and receive feedback constructively.
• Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or donor engagement spaces is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret and apply institutional brand guidelines with creativity and precision.

Education:

• Requires a BFA or BA degree in Graphic Design or Design Technology from an accredited university, college, or school of design.