Graphic Designer
The Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) is a national non-profit organization, representing over 17,000 hospitalists and the patients they serve. Hospital medicine is the fastest growing medical specialty in modern healthcare, focused on the delivery of comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients. SHM is dedicated to promoting the highest quality care for all hospitalized patients and overall excellence in the practice of hospital medicine through quality improvement initiatives, diverse education offerings, advocacy and research.
SHM’s home office is located in Philadelphia’s vibrant Spring Garden neighborhood, just north of Center City, near both parking and public transportation. SHM’s culture embraces collaboration, innovation and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Successful employees are comfortable with rapid change within healthcare, proactively solve problems, enjoy a fast-paced approach and thrive on interacting with diverse teams.
SHM’s employees drive strategic growth, program management and customer service across the organization by creating and sustaining innovative, member-centric programs across its key program areas. These including SHM’s live and digital educational offerings, practice management initiatives, advocacy efforts and more. In addition, SHM’s unique Center for Quality Improvement drives improved patient care by spreading evidence-based quality improvement interventions and developing leadership skills and knowledge through key partnerships with national organizations, foundations and industry.
JOB SUMMARY
The Graphic Designer is part of an in-house marketing and communications team to create, design, and present deliverables for the Society’s marketing and advertising and communication efforts. The Graphic Designer will be a key resource for the development of multi-channel marketing solutions through a broad range of specialized design in order to enhance the member experience while also maintaining the SHM brand identity. The Graphic Designer has a comprehensive knowledge of both digital and print design standards with the ability to identify and interpret client/department needs to produce innovative concepts and progressive, future friendly ideas.
In addition to being an effective team player, the Graphic Designer is also able to work independently and under the supervision of the Senior Graphic Designer. He/she fully understands the impact of design effectiveness and has demonstrated the ability to translate creative concepts into concrete forms and visual styles through industry best practices and experimental design satisfying target market needs.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Under the supervision of the Senior Graphic Designer, the Graphic Designer is responsible for the creation such as; conference look and feel, advertisements, signage (posters, banners, etc.) brochures, flyers, postcards, web banners and buttons, microsites, and any additional necessary in-house production as assigned.
Works alongside the Senior Graphic Designer as a team to ensure that marketing needs are met through innovative, conceptual and creative print and digital graphics for collateral across the organization
Works as a contributing team member and makes insightful and skilled recommendations to collaboratively ensure strongest execution of brand-centric designs and design strategy
Understanding of project management systems and recording time
Maintains awareness of current design industry standards and possesses the ability to confidently and professionally present and/or articulate ideas and concepts
Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
Organize design files/folders
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field is preferred
Candidate must be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
3-5 years of experience as a graphic designer required
Highly organized; ability to coordinate multiple, deadline-driven tasks
Ability to use feedback from multiple team members to hone and improve designs
Advanced aesthetic skills with the ability to design complex and compelling solutions with attention to detail
Able to collaborate with a team in a fast-paced environment
Brings a positive attitude and willingness to help team members and clients
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge in HTML5 and CSS, Sketch, Animate CC a plus
Photo and video editing skills a plus
SHM OFFERS:
· Competitive compensation package
· High-energy, business casual atmosphere
· Opportunities for leadership, professional development and career advancement
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter including salary requirements and portfolio.
SHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
The Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) is a national non-profit organization, representing over 17,000 hospitalists and the patients they serve. Hospital medicine is the fastest growing medical specialty in modern healthcare, focused on the delivery of comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients. SHM is dedicated to promoting the highest quality care for all hospitalized patients and overall excellence in the practice of hospital medicine through quality improvement initiatives, diverse education offerings, advocacy and research.
SHM’s home office is located in Philadelphia’s vibrant Spring Garden neighborhood, just north of Center City, near both parking and public transportation. SHM’s culture embraces collaboration, innovation and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Successful employees are comfortable with rapid change within healthcare, proactively solve problems, enjoy a fast-paced approach and thrive on interacting with diverse teams.
SHM’s employees drive strategic growth, program management and customer service across the organization by creating and sustaining innovative, member-centric programs across its key program areas. These including SHM’s live and digital educational offerings, practice management initiatives, advocacy efforts and more. In addition, SHM’s unique Center for Quality Improvement drives improved patient care by spreading evidence-based quality improvement interventions and developing leadership skills and knowledge through key partnerships with national organizations, foundations and industry.
JOB SUMMARY
The Graphic Designer is part of an in-house marketing and communications team to create, design, and present deliverables for the Society’s marketing and advertising and communication efforts. The Graphic Designer will be a key resource for the development of multi-channel marketing solutions through a broad range of specialized design in order to enhance the member experience while also maintaining the SHM brand identity. The Graphic Designer has a comprehensive knowledge of both digital and print design standards with the ability to identify and interpret client/department needs to produce innovative concepts and progressive, future friendly ideas.
In addition to being an effective team player, the Graphic Designer is also able to work independently and under the supervision of the Senior Graphic Designer. He/she fully understands the impact of design effectiveness and has demonstrated the ability to translate creative concepts into concrete forms and visual styles through industry best practices and experimental design satisfying target market needs.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Under the supervision of the Senior Graphic Designer, the Graphic Designer is responsible for the creation such as; conference look and feel, advertisements, signage (posters, banners, etc.) brochures, flyers, postcards, web banners and buttons, microsites, and any additional necessary in-house production as assigned.
Works alongside the Senior Graphic Designer as a team to ensure that marketing needs are met through innovative, conceptual and creative print and digital graphics for collateral across the organization
Works as a contributing team member and makes insightful and skilled recommendations to collaboratively ensure strongest execution of brand-centric designs and design strategy
Understanding of project management systems and recording time
Maintains awareness of current design industry standards and possesses the ability to confidently and professionally present and/or articulate ideas and concepts
Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
Organize design files/folders
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field is preferred
Candidate must be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
3-5 years of experience as a graphic designer required
Highly organized; ability to coordinate multiple, deadline-driven tasks
Ability to use feedback from multiple team members to hone and improve designs
Advanced aesthetic skills with the ability to design complex and compelling solutions with attention to detail
Able to collaborate with a team in a fast-paced environment
Brings a positive attitude and willingness to help team members and clients
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge in HTML5 and CSS, Sketch, Animate CC a plus
Photo and video editing skills a plus
SHM OFFERS:
· Competitive compensation package
· High-energy, business casual atmosphere
· Opportunities for leadership, professional development and career advancement
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter including salary requirements and portfolio.
SHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.