Graphic Designer

smartdept. inc. is searching for a Graphic Designer for a Medical Appliance Development client in Sunnyvale, CA. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in graphic design/visual communications (in-house, agency, or freelance). This is a full-time, fully remote, contract opportunity. The pay for this position is expected to be between $35-$40/hour. 

As a Graphic Designer on the Employee Communications & Engagement team, you will collaborate with the Design Manager and communications team members to design and produce employee focused communications.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, layout, and production of employee communications including documents, presentations, emails, microsites, booklets, and event materials
• Create solutions within brand guidelines
• Propose design options with sound reasoning
• Uphold quality standards with an attention to detail
• Create and edit templates, search for artwork, and input language translations
• Efficiently organize files
• Help create a team culture in which everyone thrives and can do their best
• Collaborate with designers and communication specialists to solve visual communication challenges

• 2 to 5 years of experience in graphic design/visual communications (in-house, agency, or freelance)
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design (Visual Communications, Visual Design)
• Experience working on corporate brands
• Excellent listening, communication, and analytical skills that help you to adapt in a dynamic, cross-functional environment
• Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
• Video editing, HTML/CSS coding, UI/UX experience, and illustration skills are a plus