Sr Graphic Designer

American Pharmacists Assoc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

American Pharmacists Association in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to lead the design and production of illustrations, graphics, and visuals for campaigns, publications, emails, and digital products.

You will manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high creativity and quality, providing direction for photo shoots, and collaborating with teammates to deliver on-brand materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design; 5+ years of relevant experience; association environment a plus.
• Strong knowledge of interaction design, UX, brand development, digital marketing, and the creative process.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Asana.
• Knowledge of typography, printer specifications, and publication design.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems and file management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team player.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall design and production of illustrations/graphics/visuals, supporting multiple communication platforms.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high creativity and product quality.
• Develop quality design for campaigns, publications, emails, and digital products aligned with APhA’s style and design guidelines.
• Support the design and production of the Association’s periodical publications and promotional material.
• Provide guidance for photo shoots and freelance photographers.
• Work with the team, providing creative direction, design, and production support for all APhA projects.

Skills

Brand development

Adobe Creative Suite

Asana

Typography

Printer specifications

Publication design

User experience design

Interaction design

Digital marketing

Windows OS

File management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Outlook

PowerPoint

HTML/XHTML/XML coding

Web UX design

508 Compliance

Infographics

Photography

Video production

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Asana

HTML/XHTML/XML

Job description

Senior Graphic DesignerWashington, D.C.

The American Pharmacists Association is the largest association representing pharmacists in all practice settings in the United States and is the only organization advancing the entire pharmacy profession. Our expert staff, and strong volunteer leadership, including many experienced pharmacists, allow us to deliver vital leadership to help pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians find success and satisfaction in their work while advocating for changes that benefit them and their patients. From our headquarters in Washington, D.C., APhA prepares members to thrive at every career stage and in every pharmacy setting with world-class continuing education, transformative events, unique practice tools, and timely solutions to complex challenges. We’re committed to helping them deliver outstanding patient care, receive due recognition, and work at a full scope of practice. APhA advocates to give pharmacists a voice in decisions that affect their future while promoting their undeniable value to health care teams. Our goal is to facilitate pharmacists’ delivery of the highest quality patient-centered care.

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT

Collaboration

shows us that by working together and leveraging skills, talents, and strengths, we can achieve greater results than those achieved by individuals. Collaboration means active listening and open communication, sharing knowledge, and supporting each other with a commitment to the team’s success to achieve shared objectives.

Lifelong Learning

is a commitment to continuous personal and professional growth through a proactive mindset, adaptability, and pursuit of new skills to enhance performance and drive innovation at APhA.

Excellence

is about striving for the highest quality and standards in all aspects of our work. It involves consistently striving to improve, delivering outstanding performance, and achieving superior quality within the organization and for members. Excellence encourages individuals to go beyond the ordinary and to inspire others to do the same.

Accountability

means taking responsibility for our actions and decisions, and for their outcomes – both individually and collectively. This includes following established processes, taking initiative and holding others accountable.

Respect

involves valuing each person's unique contributions, treating others with kindness, and fostering a culture of mutual appreciation. Respect means listening actively, acknowledging diverse perspectives, presuming positive intent, and maintaining professionalism in all interactions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Responsible for the overall design and production of illustrations/graphics/visuals, supporting multiple communication platforms.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while simultaneously maintaining a high level of creativity and product quality.
• Develop quality design for the development of campaigns, publications, emails, and digital products aligned with APhA’s style and design guidelines.
• Support the design and production of the Association’s periodical publications and promotional material.
• Provide guidance for photo shoots and freelance photographers.
• Work in conjunction with the other members of team, providing creative direction, design, and production support for all APhA projects.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

APhA may be the right fit for you have:

Experience and Education required

A bachelor’s degree in graphic design is required. A minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience is required. Association industry/environment is a plus.

Skills, knowledge and abilities required

• Strong knowledge of interaction design, user experience design, brand development, digital marketing, and the creative process.
• Advanced/ongoing knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Asana.
• Knowledge of typography and printer specifications and publication design.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems and file management.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.

Additional skills, knowledge, and abilities desired

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple work tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• HTML/XHTML/XML coding, Web, and UX design experience preferred.
• 508 Compliance environment.
• Infographics, photography, and video experience a plus.

LOCATION

Washington, DC – Hybrid, two days a week in the office (Tuesday & Thursday)

MORE ABOUT US

APhA offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits program that includes:

• A salary of $74,000-$89,750 that commensurate with experience
• Hybrid Work Schedule (T/TH in office)
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Traditional & Roth 401(K) plans with employer match
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Four floating holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Paid Medical Leave/Paid Family Leave/Paid Parental Leave
• Commuting Benefits
• Professional Development Funds

APhA does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work' in the United States on a full-time basis.