Graphic Design Manager

Vertex Inc. • Boston, MA

20h • $124,100 - $186,100

About The Position

The Graphic Design Manager works cross-functionally to develop and maintain visual content that effectively communicates data for publication in medical congresses and journals, as well as for other external audiences, including regulatory authorities. The role interprets technical, scientific, and medical concepts as visual content and develops digital and print materials for internal and external audiences.

The position manages multiple design projects and timelines, maintains design assets, templates, and branding guidelines, and reviews files for quality, consistency, and compliance through production. The role also works with print vendors to support quality and timely delivery. Vertex values continuous learning and encourages employees to stay informed about advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends, and to thoughtfully adopt capabilities that improve outcomes for patients.

This is a Remote-Eligible role. The employee may choose to work remotely five days per week with occasional office visits, work remotely up to two days per week in a hybrid arrangement, or work onsite five days per week with ad hoc flexibility. Flex designation is subject to Vertex policy and may change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, design, communications, or a related field.
• Typically requires 4 years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to simplify ideas, information, and data into concise, clear visuals, including moderately complex material.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), Acrobat Pro DC, Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), SharePoint, Veeva, and iEnvision (Datavision).
• Understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Familiarity and experience with production, print processes, and dissemination techniques.
• Fluency in PC and Mac environments.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong copyediting skills, and ability to apply design principles to digital or print layouts.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills, including ability to prioritize competing activities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt and grow in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• A portfolio demonstrating strong graphic design and brand work, and ideally scientific examples that show knowledge of design techniques and communications principles.

Nice To Haves

• Scientific examples in the portfolio demonstrating knowledge of design techniques and communications principles.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical, scientific, and medical concepts into visual content.
• Develop routine digital and print content, including tables, figures, and poster layouts, for internal and external audiences using new or predefined layouts, with minimal supervision.
• Review files for finalization, including versioning, retouching, updating design assets, resizing, quality control, proofing, and pre- and post-production, to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Anticipate risks, solve routine problems, and contribute to process improvements.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to project timelines.
• Maintain a comprehensive repository of design assets and files, including file naming, taxonomy, organization, tracking, and version control.
• Maintain digital and print templates, including branding guidelines.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery from print vendors.

Benefits

• Annual bonus eligibility
• Annual equity awards
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off, including a week-long company shutdown in the summer and winter
• Educational assistance programs, including student loan repayment
• Commuting subsidy
• Matching charitable donations
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager