HPTN Graphic Designer

The HPTN Graphic Designer leads the design, development, and project management of materials to support communication projects, print or digital materials, campaigns, and brand identity for the NIH-funded HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN) and its projects. This role collaborates closely with internal and external stakeholders to design HPTN materials and provide creative direction and project management. The role involves producing a wide range of print, presentation, and web-based communication materials for the HPTN. Typical projects include designing infographics, visual aids, logos, brochures, editorial images, templates, merchandise, posters, social media graphics, PowerPoint presentations, and other digital or print materials. This role provides a range of technical and creative services at increasing levels of complexity to support project implementation. This position is expected to demonstrate increasing proficiency in graphic design, illustrative communication, and project management.

Accountabilities:

• Provides technical and creative support for the development and dissemination of information, media, and project deliverables in accordance with funding requirements, HPTN guidelines, the manual of procedures, and stakeholder requests.

• Lead the development and delivery of high-profile HPTN design projects and proposals, including project planning and budget responsibility.

• Design high-quality, high-visibility materials that effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences across multiple countries, languages, and cultures.

• Create infographics, diagrams, and illustrations for HPTN scientific manuscripts, presentations, protocols, manuals, and other technical materials.

• Own and enforce multiple brand guidelines and communicate content changes and updates to the HPTN project teams and leadership.

• Conceptualize and develop marketing and advertising materials in response to the project’s community engagement and strategic communication goals.

• Estimate and develop graphic production for HPTN studies and external communication activities.

• Must be able to communicate the best practice, recommended methods, and value of an approach to get buy-in with HPTN partners and leadership.

• Work with internal and external HPTN stakeholders on material design, content strategy, and presentation.

• Help shape strategic messaging for study communication and external relations materials.

• Meet all deadlines and work within budget parameters.

• Review work and provide creative direction to staff and partners.

• Solicit, reconcile, and input revisions efficiently and accurately.

• Work within and maintain an established visual system in accordance with brand guidelines for multiple projects.

• Prepare mock-ups and concept proposals for design and communication projects.

• Write/review print specifications, prepare print-ready files as needed, and work with print vendors. Review and advise on production projects.

• Collaborate with protocol teams, build rapport, and nurture productive professional working relationships through the course of the project.

• Contribute to all presentation materials required by HPTN leadership and executive decision-makers.

• Proactively offer input on improving technical or procedural processes, quality, and organizational best practices.

• Review and approve proofs to ensure complete accuracy before files go to print.

• Monitors project deliverables and reports to HPTN study leads and supervisor.

• Continuously improve technical and conceptual design skills.

• Support strategic communication goals across in-person and virtual activities, including project-led meetings, external conferences, webinars, and training sessions.

• Maintain an archive of projects following the established file structure and organization.

• Helps to plan, design, and assist with the on-site execution of project-led annual and regional meetings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Advanced proficiency and experience in graphic design, visual literacy, color theory, typography, and layout principles.

• Experience designing complex data visualizations, infographics, or scientific figures.

• Proficient understanding of file optimization for social, web, and print media.

• Familiarity with plain-language principles and health literacy design considerations.

• Able to manage the dynamic needs of large projects versus a single design assignment.

• Ability to translate complex technical content into clear, audience-appropriate visuals.

• Experience preparing and delivering print-ready files (bleeds, crop marks, color profiles) to vendors.

• The ability to nurture relationships with HPTN investigators, community stakeholders, study managers, and HPTN leadership is key.

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines.

• Familiarity with accessibility standards and Section 508-compliance.

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite software products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).

• Experience with alternative design software (e.g., Canva Pro, Figma) is preferred.

• Knowledge and experience of web design, illustration, motion graphics, photography, and video editing and production are advantages.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Demonstrated ability to work through problems and challenges independently and as a team member.

• Works on problems that are diverse in scope and require judgment in resolving or making recommendations for solutions.

• Respond to project feedback in a timely and professional manner.

• Exercises judgment within defined policies and procedures to obtain solutions to perform duties.

• Decisions made generally affect one’s own job or a specific functional area.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Determines methods and procedures for new projects and assignments.

• Expected to work independently and with team members to deliver contributions to projects.

• Reports to a Manager, Associate Director, or Director.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Graphic Design, Illustration, Digital Marketing/Advertising, Visual Arts, Communication Design, Fine Arts, Health Communication, or Related Field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of professional graphic design experience required.

• Experience with illustration, UX, brand design, and motion graphics is prioritized.

• Experience within the fields of science, clinical research, healthcare, or public health is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience illustrating complex, scientific, or technical information in visual media is required.

• Non-governmental organization (NGO) experience preferred.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.

• Ability to spend long hours looking at a computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint,

Skype/Zoom/Teams), design and media management software, cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

Less than 10%

The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.  For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable law and FHI 360 policy.

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule. 

US Based Hiring Salary Range: USD 75,000 - 90,000

International hiring ranges will differ based on location.

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