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Virginia Department of Health · 1 day ago

Graphic Designer

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$71K/yr - $76K/yr

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. They are seeking a Graphic Designer to provide effective graphic design and support across various projects that impact statewide health programs.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Provides effective graphic design, planning, production, and dissemination of projects and related materials that have a statewide impact on VDH programs and initiatives, reaching a wide audience of both internal and external customers

Provides support across all aspects of graphic design, public relations, and educational material development, while maximizing the use of information technology tools in the design and production process

Ensures that all publications and materials meet VDH brand standards, and promotes the creation of evidence-based, effective materials that adhere to professional standards. Performs administrative tasks as assigned

Qualification

Graphic design portfolioAdobe Creative SuiteVisual design principlesWebsite design principlesHigh-quality design deliverablesAccessibility standards knowledgeSocial media content creationMotion graphics experienceAdaptability for printDigitalProject managementPublic sector experienceWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Portfolio demonstrates professional graphic design work across print, digital, campaign materials, and motion graphics

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Adobe XD

Familiarity with website design principles, including experience with WordPress

Strong knowledge of visual design principles (color theory, typography, composition, branding)

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

Ability to produce high-quality, consistent design deliverables aligned with agency standards

Strong written and verbal communication skills for client discussions and delivery of design services

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on design-related projects

Preferred

Experience in the public sector or in public campaigns, demonstrating clear, concise, and culturally sensitive communication for diverse audiences

Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG) and ability to apply inclusive design principles

Experience with social media content creation (graphics, layouts, posts)

Experience producing motion graphics or multimedia assets to support digital campaigns

Ability to adapt design work for both print and digital platforms while maintaining brand consistency

Benefits

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan)

Sick, family/personal, and annual leave

Company

Virginia Department of Health

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Virginia Department of Health is a government administration that protects and promotes the health of Virginians.

Founded in 1906

Richmond, Virginia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Gretchen Dunne

Partnerships Coordinator

Paul Brumund MHA

Chief Operations Officer

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