Graphic Design Manager

Overview

Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)

Position Available:
Manager, Graphic Design

The Manager, Graphic Design plays a key role in shaping and maintaining AAMI’s visual identity across all marketing and communications (Mar Com) efforts. This position collaborates closely with the Vice President of Mar Com and cross-functional teams to deliver compelling, brand-aligned designs that support AAMI’s strategic goals & objectives and our Annual Operating Plan (AOP) goals & objectives.

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• Campaign & Brand Design
  • Collaborate with the VP, Mar Com to design and execute targeted campaigns promoting AAMI events, resources, and brand engagement.
  • Develop visual assets for Mar Com campaigns related to products, training, events, and membership.
  • Create digital assets for advertising, social media, and web marketing, including the AAMI website and AAMI Array.
• Brand Management
  • Develop and maintain AAMI’s brand guidelines in collaboration with leadership.
  • Guide staff and vendors on correctly interpreting and applying brand standards.
  • Review all marketing content for clarity, accuracy, creativity, relevance, and brand consistency.
• Event & Presentation Design
  • Develop concepts and final designs for the visual branding of conferences and events.
  • Design visually compelling presentations for keynotes, presentations, and business development.
• Publications & Collateral
  • Design and manage the production of printed materials such as brochures, postcards, and news compilations.
  • Responsible for designing and ordering branded merchandise, promotional products, and corporate gifts.
  • Manage and collaborate with external vendors.
• Asset & Project Management
  • Maintain organized design files and imagery for use by AAMI staff.
  • Support special marketing projects, including membership advertisements and publications.
  • Provide design support for various marketing initiatives, including social media, web, and direct mail.
• General Support
  • Perform other duties as assigned within areas of responsibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of professional design experience, preferably in marketing or communications.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, digital design, and print collateral expertise.
• Experience in designing web, social media, and email marketing platforms.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Previous experience in a nonprofit membership or trade association
• Previous experience in the healthcare industry

• Working conditions are normal for an in-office, virtual, and hybrid environment.
• Flexible hours: day and some evening hours required to support special initiatives
• Travel infrequently (1 to
  2) times per year but may vary, usually within the US
• Hybrid work schedule, minimum of two days a week in Arlington, VA, office
  . Flexibility required to increase days in the office based on mission/business needs.

AAMI is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.