Graphic Designer
Children's National Hospital, Silver Spring, MD, United States
The Graphic Designer leads the execution of high-impact creative projects, providing strategic design solutions and mentorship to junior designers. Take ownership of larger, more complex design projects and campaigns. Work closely with stakeholders to develop innovative visual concepts. Ensure projects are delivered on time while maintaining brand integrity. Research and implement new design trends to enhance creative output. Utilizes exceptional storytelling skills, capable of crafting narratives that engage and motivate across various digital platforms.
Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Graphic design, interaction design, instructional technology or similar degree or equivalent work experience. MFA is desired, but not required (Required)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years Professional graphic and digital experience (Required)
3 years 3-5 years Professional graphic and digital experience (Preferred)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Graphic Designer: Advanced knowledge of design software and digital media best practices.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present ideas and collaborate with team members and clients.
Strong creative vision and the ability to generate fresh ideas that align with marketing objectives.
Ability to work independently and to collaborate with marketing and hospital team members.
Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong understanding of print production and digital formatting.
Basic HTML and web design knowledge.
Required Licenses And Certifications
Adobe Certified Expert (Preferred)
Google UX Design (Preferred)
Google UX Design (Preferred)
HubSpot Content Marketing (Preferred)
HubSpot Content Marketing (Preferred)
Functional Accountabilities Brand Management
Develop collateral and signage designs in accordance with Brand guidelines
Collaborates with marketing and consultants to define style guides.
Applies brand guidelines consistently across all projects; contributes to brand evolution through design.
Applies brand guidelines consistently across all projects; contributes to brand evolution through design.
Manages production vendors, timelines, and budgets.
Digital & Print Design
Designs advertising, flyers, brochures, postcards, banners, and posters
Partners with writers to ensure integrated messaging.
Creates email templates, newsletters, and HTML graphics for B2B and consumer messaging.
Production Management
Balances multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
Manages timelines, priorities, and deliverables across multiple projects; communicates effectively with stakeholders.
Works closely with marketing, communications, and content teams to align design with campaign goals.
Strategic Execution
Translates strategic direction into compelling visual communications.
Upholds brand integrity across platforms.
Independently executes design projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision.
Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification
Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
Primary Location Maryland-Silver Spring
Work Locations Inventa Towers
Job Non-Clinical Professional
Organization Childrens Hospital Foundation
Position Status R (Regular)
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8:30am - 5pm
Job Posting Mar 24, 2026, 6:40:42 PM
Full-Time Salary Range 57200
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Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Graphic design, interaction design, instructional technology or similar degree or equivalent work experience. MFA is desired, but not required (Required)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years Professional graphic and digital experience (Required)
3 years 3-5 years Professional graphic and digital experience (Preferred)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Graphic Designer: Advanced knowledge of design software and digital media best practices.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present ideas and collaborate with team members and clients.
Strong creative vision and the ability to generate fresh ideas that align with marketing objectives.
Ability to work independently and to collaborate with marketing and hospital team members.
Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong understanding of print production and digital formatting.
Basic HTML and web design knowledge.
Required Licenses And Certifications
Adobe Certified Expert (Preferred)
Google UX Design (Preferred)
Google UX Design (Preferred)
HubSpot Content Marketing (Preferred)
HubSpot Content Marketing (Preferred)
Functional Accountabilities Brand Management
Develop collateral and signage designs in accordance with Brand guidelines
Collaborates with marketing and consultants to define style guides.
Applies brand guidelines consistently across all projects; contributes to brand evolution through design.
Applies brand guidelines consistently across all projects; contributes to brand evolution through design.
Manages production vendors, timelines, and budgets.
Digital & Print Design
Designs advertising, flyers, brochures, postcards, banners, and posters
Partners with writers to ensure integrated messaging.
Creates email templates, newsletters, and HTML graphics for B2B and consumer messaging.
Production Management
Balances multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
Manages timelines, priorities, and deliverables across multiple projects; communicates effectively with stakeholders.
Works closely with marketing, communications, and content teams to align design with campaign goals.
Strategic Execution
Translates strategic direction into compelling visual communications.
Upholds brand integrity across platforms.
Independently executes design projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision.
Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification
Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
Primary Location Maryland-Silver Spring
Work Locations Inventa Towers
Job Non-Clinical Professional
Organization Childrens Hospital Foundation
Position Status R (Regular)
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8:30am - 5pm
Job Posting Mar 24, 2026, 6:40:42 PM
Full-Time Salary Range 57200
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