Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer (Print Production Focus)

Location: Canton, MD (Onsite – Wednesdays required)

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Client Industry: Healthcare

Role Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on Graphic Designer with strong expertise in print production and design from scratch—not just template edits. This role is heavily focused on graphic editing, production, and high-volume asset creation across marketing and communications materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce print marketing materials from scratch including brochures, booklets, flyers, postcards, presentations, and corporate identity assets
• Support multi-channel campaigns (primarily print, with some digital and environmental assets)
• Handle high-volume production work, including resizing, versioning, and localization
• Prepare print-ready files with proper specifications (bleeds, trims, color profiles, resolution, etc.)
• Maintain strict brand consistency and ensure quality control before final delivery
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, printers, and agencies to ensure smooth production and fulfillment
• Organize and manage design files, naming conventions, and asset libraries
• Contribute to improving creative workflows, processes, and documentation of best practices

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Graphic Design / Production experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating print design created from scratch (not template-based work)
• Proven experience in marketing, in-house creative teams, or advertising agencies
• Advanced proficiency in:
• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, iconography, and information hierarchy

Top 5 Must-Have Skills

• Prepress & File Preparation ExpertiseDeep knowledge of bleeds, trims, CMYK/RGB/spot colors, resolution, and print packaging
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite SkillsInDesign (master pages, styles, grids), Illustrator, Photoshop (smart objects, linked assets)
• Exceptional Attention to DetailPrecision in alignment, spacing, brand consistency, and final QC
• Versioning & Asset ManagementAbility to handle large volumes of variations and maintain organized file systems
• Process-Driven & Efficient WorkflowAbility to meet tight deadlines and deliver production-ready files with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Mac systems
• Background in healthcare or health insurance (Medicare/Medicaid)
• Familiarity with ADA / Section 508 / WCAG accessibility standards

Additional Requirements

• Portfolio required (must showcase print work created from scratch)
• Ability to work onsite weekly (Wednesdays in Canton, MD)