Visual Communication Designer
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
We are looking for A process-driven and detail-oriented designer who possesses a unique blend of visual design excellence strict documentation discipline and an understanding of human-centered design. You will act as a critical cross-functional partner collaborating heavily with Quality Regulatory Affairs Human Factors Marketing and Communications teams to create materials that communicate information both effectively and beautifully while meeting global compliance standards and minimizing user error.
In this role you will
- Design and produce engaging and compliant storyboards Instructions for Use (IFUs) and Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) by defining format establishing layout writing copy illustrating visuals and specifying folding patterns.
- Design and build graphics and die lines for labels and packaging.
- Enhance our brand by developing and applying an inspiring and consistent design language to internal and external communications such as social media marketing materials and documentation templates.
You will be expected to
- Act as individual contributor on internal and client projects.
- Develop dense multi-lingual layouts while maintaining readability color-contrast and minimum font sizes.
- Produce and manage libraries of vector technical illustrations icons and diagrams.
- Collaborate with Human Factors to develop and produce materials for usability testing then implement design changes derived from study findings; Quality and Regulatory to ensure materials are compliant with global regulatory guidelines (e.g. FDA EU MDR ISO standards) and our Quality Management System (QMS); and Marketing and Communications teams to ensure materials align with market strategy and brand guidelines all without sacrificing clarity or layout integrity.
- Take ownership of design change and version control traceability by building and maintaining detailed change logs. As applicable execute tasks following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) guidelines.
- Optimize and prepare materials for print. Manage vendors to request quotes evaluate structural print proofs (color consistency folding line accuracy) and resolve technical production constraints.
- Optimize and prepare materials for handoff to client teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Your experience should include
- Degree (BA BFA) and/ or certification in graphic design visual communications or similar.
- 1-2 years of professional graphic design or visual communications experience preferably within a highly regulated industry (Pharmaceutical Medical Device Biotech or Aerospace/Automotive).
- A portfolio showcasing multi-page layouts technical vector illustrations hierarchy-focused typography and informational layout design.
Your skills should include
- Strong understanding and application of user-centered design principles processes and methodologies.
- Strong sketching and illustration on paper and digitally.
- Strength in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator Lightroom).
- Strength in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Strong verbal written and visual presentation skills.
- Bonus: Interest and/ or experience in animation and videography (Adobe AfterEffects or similar).
- Bonus: Interest and/ or experience in digital rendering (Keyshot Blender).
- Bonus: Interest and/ or experience in technical copywriting.
Youre a good fit for us if you are
- Curious and eager to learn with the ability to grasp complex concepts quickly.
- Passionate about effective visual design with a strong aesthetic and graphic design sensibility rooted in fundamental design principles such as typography illustration imagery content and composition.
- Detail-oriented and meticulous with an eye for alignment typos and version changes; proud of consistency and well-organized design files.
- An effective communicator with good visual and verbal presentation skills as well as an excellent command of written English with the ability to write and edit plain-language step-by-step instructional copy.
- Experienced in both digital and print production processes.
- Efficient and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experienced in presenting and defending design decisions to diverse stakeholders.
Additional Information :
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.
PAY RANGE: $65000 USD - $75000 USD Salaried
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race religion color gender gender identity sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
About Company
Nemera Szczecin Sp. z o.o. to członek światowej grupy Nemera, lidera w produkcji urządzeń do dostarczania leków. Nasze oddziały znajdują się we Francji, Stanach Zjednoczonych, Niemczech i Brazylii. W Szczecinie jesteśmy specjalistami w produkcji wysokiej jakości wstrzykiwaczy do poda ... View more