Graphic Designer - Communications Job at Mayo Foundation for Medical Education a

The Communications Department is responsible for building, growing, and protecting Mayo Clinic’s reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures the culture to help achieve the mission of the organization. Department functions consist of reputation management including thought leadership and issues/crisis response; client communications and engagement programs; staff engagement; content and channels; community engagement; strategy and insights; creative and visual communications, and broad communications services.

The Graphic Designer has a strong design portfolio, is skilled in digital and print design, and possesses an understanding of visual communication strategies in the healthcare industry. The Graphic Designer is responsible for producing high-quality visual and print materials that support executive level events and presentations, brand identity, communication goals and other deliverables as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development: Create high-quality visual assets for events, presentations, social media, and more.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all designs align with the company’s branding guidelines and visual identity.
• Illustration & Iconography: Develop custom illustrations, infographics, and icons that enhance the user experience.
• UI/UX Collaboration: Assist in designing user-friendly interfaces and digital experiences.
• Print & Digital Production: Prepare files for both print and digital formats, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Trend Awareness: Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to keep creative assets fresh and engaging.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to feedback effectively.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field plus 4 years of experience in graphic design, branding, or visual communication. Technical expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Sketch, or other relevant design tools. Strong creative thinking and visual problem-solving skills. Needs to have attention to detail with a meticulous approach to typography, color, layout, and content elements. Ability to present ideas effectively and incorporate feedback from stakeholders and have great communication skills. The candidate will need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust designs based on evolving business needs. Need to also have basic knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro). Experience with UI/UX design and prototyping tools. Familiarity with print production processes. Photography or illustration skills.