Senior Graphic Designer

HDR; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 86,352 - 123,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading strategic communications firm in Virginia is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to manage projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and a strong portfolio of work. This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package such as medical, dental, and retirement plans, with competitive compensation ranging from $86,352 to $123,360 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing design experience.
• Ability to design a wide variety of styles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver projects from concept through completion.
• Conceptualize and design corporate and marketing materials.
• Ensure quality control through approval of proofs and press checks.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of branding

Flexibility and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Adobe After Effects

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Graphic Designer – Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver projects from concept through completion
• Assist in development of materials and serve as presenter, contributor and leader for meetings and task force assignments
• Work with other designers on multicomponent projects, partnering with clients to shape deliverables
• Demonstrate effective leadership with clients and be available to mentor
• Conceptualize and design corporate and marketing materials
• Research technology and production techniques, and processes as necessary for each project
• Ensure quality control through approval of proofs, press checks and review/testing of materials before deployment
• Set overall strategy, vision and direction, and use interactive design capabilities
• Mentor, review projects and assist other designers, and support training of internal clients
• Take responsibility for design, communication, organizational development, corporate strategic alignment and training
• Plan, produce, research and test interactive presentations and materials using the latest new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design or fine arts related field or equivalent experience
• Experience with Premiere, After Effects, Dreamweaver and CSS; offset printing, digital printing, color correction
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid‑Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) area
• A portfolio is required for consideration

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to design a wide variety of styles
• Eye for design details such as typography, alignment, hierarchy, etc.
• Strong portfolio showing design experience
• Understanding of branding/brand development, communications, and research
• Proficiency in customer service, strong communication and negotiation skills, flexibility, time management, project management, detail orientation, leadership and teamwork
• Experience with Premiere, After Effects and Audition; ability and experience working on strategic campaigns (video designers only)
• Offset printing, digital printing, color correction; ability to coordinate complex projects

Benefits
HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation: Washington, DC – $86,352 to $123,360

Primary Location: United States – Virginia – Glen Allen
Other Locations: Washington DC, Vienna (VA), Roanoke (VA), Virginia Beach (VA)

Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Industry: Strategic Communications

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.