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American Academy of Pediatrics · 5 days ago

Graphic Designer

Itasca, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Design graphics from idea conception through final production for AAP communications efforts utilized in websites, infographics, tip sheets, social media, slide deck presentations, and images.

Incorporate changes into new and revised graphics as directed. Route drafts and solicit feedback from AAP expert groups and/or staff teams, as needed.

Edit photos, layouts, and other grant materials to ensure compliance with all AAP and federal technical specifications and requirements, including 508 compliance and others.

Ensure all graphics adhere to AAP brand standards and meet AAP communications goals and objectives as well as those of grants and sponsor activities.

Manage AAP.org and HealthyChildren.org content management system image and graphic libraries and support website metadata strategies for graphics and images.

Qualification

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Graphic designBrand guidelinesEditorial processesPrint file preparationHealth-related contentBilingual designTechnical acumenAdobe Creative SuiteMS OfficeModern web design principlesVirtual meeting platformsDocument collaboration sitesContent management systemsProblem-solvingAttention to detailCommunicationTime managementHealth contentWeb designDocument collaborationBilingual

Required

At least two years’ related experience in print and web graphic design experience, including working within established brand guidelines and standards and with editorial processes (editing, copyediting). Knowledge of print file preparation and handoff required. Experience working with health-related content and bilingual design projects (English and Spanish) a plus.

Bachelor’s degree in digital/web graphic design or related discipline required, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Advanced technical acumen essential with proficiency in graphic design software/Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and MS Office and the ability to learn and apply new technologies; understanding of modern web design principles and experience with virtual meeting platforms (e.g. WebEx, Teams), document collaboration sites (e.g., SharePoint), and content management systems (e.g., EpiServer) preferred.

Some travel and evening/weekend work may be required.

Preferred

Experience working with health-related content and bilingual design projects (English and Spanish) a plus.

Understanding of modern web design principles and experience with virtual meeting platforms (e.g. WebEx, Teams), document collaboration sites (e.g., SharePoint), and content management systems (e.g., EpiServer) preferred.

Benefits

Flexible hours and a focus on work/life balance

State-of-the-art building equipped with standing desks, treadmill desks, cycle desks, on-site fitness center, and on-site exercise classes

An on-site cafeteria with subsidized food costs

Strong focus on mental health and wellness

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive PTO and sick leave

Annual year-end company-wide week off the last week of December

Excellent parental benefits, including adoption assistance

Company

American Academy of Pediatrics

Founded in 1930, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is a professional membership organization of 67,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Founded in 1930

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees