Senior Graphic Designer

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver projects from concept through completion
• Assist in development of materials and serve as presenter/contributor/leader for meetings and task force assignments
• Work with other designers on multicomponent projects, and partner with clients to shape deliverables
• Demonstrate effective leadership with clients and mentor as needed
• Conceptualize and design corporate and marketing materials
• Research technology/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 and review projects and assist other designers with projects and programs, including 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

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design, or fine arts related field of study 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

• 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

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.