Senior Graphics Designer

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Summary

As a Senior Graphic Designer you are responsible for creating high quality graphic design solutions that tell a compelling story across a wide variety of mediums, managing and coordinating all aspects of medium to complex creative projects.. You will work as part of a team that includes copywriters, project management, proofing and print and video services to develop both digital and printed content. You will work collaboratively with marketing managers and align work to marketing/creative briefs. You will be responsible to ensure that brand identity standards are applied and maintain accuracy throughout development and revision cycles.

Essential Functions

• Provides mentoring and guidance for other Graphic Designers
• Provides design work and coordinates the writing, design, production and administrative work for medium to complex marketing communication projects
• Ensures format styles and graphic standards are met
• With minimum input from Manager, determines staff requirements on a per project basis and works with Design/Video manager to secure outside creative support as needed
• With minimum input from Manager. conducts photo shoots to produce advertising photographs. Create artwork as necessary to achieve promotion goals. Work with images as needed to provide accurate and pleasing graphics.
• During development, incumbent is main contact with Project Manager, to help gather and provide information as it relates to the project
• Technically reviews (preflight) electronic prepress documents to ensure that they will print correctly
• Prepares electronic documents for archiving
• Works with print buyer to achieve technical accuracy and to implement appropriate design techniques and standards
• With minimum input from Manager, identifies trends and styles in advertising and design implementing them where appropriate
• Possesses knowledge of current technology as it relates to advertising and design
• In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in design or equivalent related experience and 2-4 years professional graphic design experience and 2-4 years in a corporate B2B setting

Preferred Requirements

• Healthcare industry experience

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated working knowledge of Creative Suite including InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Expert understanding of design principals and techniques
• Expert in project management and direct marketing advertising
• Expert in preparing artwork, images, typography and layout
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of four-color printing process

Physical and Cognitive Demands

• Communicate/Hearing Frequently
• Communicate/Talking Frequently
• Transport/Carrying Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting Occasionally

Environmental Conditions

• Office: This position primarily operates in a professional office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building's primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers, and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

$60,400.00 - $78,533.33

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.