Graphic Designer - Healthcare & Visual Communications

Graphic Designer – Healthcare & Visual Communications Position Type: Long-Term W2 Contract Location: Bethesda We are seeking two highly creative and strategically minded Graphic Designers to support a high-profile healthcare communications environment. These individuals will play an important role in translating complex medical, scientific, and organizational information into compelling, accessible visual content. This is an opportunity for experienced designers who enjoy combining creative storytelling with strategic communications. The ideal candidates will have strong backgrounds in branding, print and digital design, infographics, and project management, along with the ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Design and produce a variety of visual communications materials, including publications, public health campaigns, patient education materials, environmental graphics, digital signage, and social media content. Translate complex medical, scientific, and technical information into engaging infographics, illustrations, and visual presentations. Manage design projects from initial concept through final production, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and stakeholder expectations are met. Develop creative concepts and maintain consistent branding across print and digital platforms. Collaborate with communications, public affairs, and internal stakeholders on campaigns, events, and organizational initiatives. Coordinate project timelines, production schedules, feedback, and approval processes. Create, edit, and incorporate photography and video assets into broader communications materials. Present creative concepts and final deliverables to stakeholders and leadership. Ensure all materials meet brand guidelines, accessibility considerations, and applicable healthcare privacy requirements. Support high-priority communications initiatives while balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Qualifications ~ Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field. ~5+ years of professional graphic design experience. ~ Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, print and digital layouts, visual storytelling, and infographics/data visualization. ~ Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. ~ Experience preparing production-ready files for print and digital distribution. ~ Background in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or another highly regulated, high-visibility environment. ~ Understanding of HIPAA regulations and safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI) in visual communications. ~ Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and deadlines. ~ Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills. ~ Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, video editing, or motion graphics is a significant plus. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a versatile designer who combines strong creative instincts with exceptional attention to detail and project ownership. They should be comfortable translating complex subject matter into visually compelling, easy-to-understand communications while collaborating with a variety of stakeholders. Experience supporting healthcare organizations, hospitals, government communications, or other mission-driven environments is particularly valuable.