Graphic Designer - Executive Creative Support

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The Communications Department is responsible for building, growing, and protecting Mayo Clinic’s reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures the culture to help achieve the mission of the organization. Department functions consist of reputation management including thought leadership and issues/crisis response; client communications and engagement programs; staff engagement; content and channels; community engagement; strategy and insights; creative and visual communications, and broad communications services. The Graphic Designer has a strong design portfolio, is skilled in digital and print design, and possesses an understanding of visual communication strategies in the healthcare industry. The Graphic Designer is responsible for producing high-quality visual and print materials that support executive level events and presentations, brand identity, communication goals and other deliverables as needed.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field plus 4 years of experience in graphic design, branding, or visual communication.
• Technical expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Sketch, or other relevant design tools.
• Strong creative thinking and visual problem-solving skills.
• Needs to have attention to detail with a meticulous approach to typography, color, layout, and content elements.
• Ability to present ideas effectively and incorporate feedback from stakeholders and have great communication skills.
• The candidate will need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust designs based on evolving business needs.
• Need to also have basic knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Experience with UI/UX design and prototyping tools.
• Familiarity with print production processes.
• Photography or illustration skills.

Nice To Haves

• This role calls for a designer who thrives at the intersection of story, strategy, and executive-level impact.
• The ideal candidate brings agency or client-facing experience, with demonstrated success partnering directly with executive leadership and high-visibility stakeholders.
• Ability to meet with executive leaders to understand the story they want to convey, translate complex ideas into clear visual narratives, and guide them through an iterative, collaborative process that uncovers the strongest message while ensuring brand and strategic alignment.
• Advanced motion graphics capability, including the creation of executive-level PowerPoint presentations, sophisticated 3D animations, and animated explainer videos that translate concepts into compelling visual stories, making complex ideas emotionally resonant.
• Proven ability to ideate, pitch, and execute creative vision while building presentations and visual narratives that support strategic initiatives.
• A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong ownership of work, the ideal candidate brings a growth mindset suited to an evolving role that will help scale a developing design function shaping the future of executive storytelling at Mayo Clinic.
• Unreal Engine and MetaHuman capabilities and familiarity are also impactful to this candidate's consideration.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Create high-quality visual assets for events, presentations, social media, and more.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all designs align with the company’s branding guidelines and visual identity.
• Illustration & Iconography: Develop custom illustrations, infographics, and icons that enhance the user experience.
• UI/UX Collaboration: Assist in designing user-friendly interfaces and digital experiences.
• Print & Digital Production: Prepare files for both print and digital formats, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Trend Awareness: Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to keep creative assets fresh and engaging.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to feedback effectively.
• Use AI tools (e.g., Firefly, Midjourney, DALL·E) to generate concepts, visuals, and prototypes, while developing optimized prompts, templates, and workflows to speed design production.
• Stay current on AI trends, evaluate new solutions, and ensure all AI-generated content meets ethical, legal, and attribution standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees