Graphic Designer

Cell Signaling Technology•Danvers, MA

19h•$81,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a different kind of life sciences company, one founded, owned, and run by active research scientists, with the highest standards of product and service quality, technological innovation, and scientific rigor for over 20 years. We consistently provide fellow scientists around the globe with best-in-class products and services to fuel their quests for discovery. Helping researchers find new solutions is our main mission every day, but it's not our only mission. We're also dedicated to helping identify solutions to other problems facing our world. We believe that all businesses must be responsible and work in partnership with local communities, while seeking to minimize their environmental impact. That's why we joined 1% for the Planet as its first life science member, and have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2029. The Graphic Designer is a core member of the design team, reporting directly to the Creative Director. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of marketing and communication specialists to conceptualize and produce high-impact visual assets across a variety of digital and traditional media formats.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of related professional graphic design experience, preferably within a corporate or technical/scientific environment.
Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
Knowledge of Adobe Premiere or comparable video editing software
Experience with creating compelling 2D & 3D animations
Experience with the four-color printing process, including preparing print files and overseeing press checks
Proficiency in Google Slides and Microsoft Office PowerPoint for global sales templates
Proven ability to manage the end-to-end design process (concept to finish) with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across departments and international regions; confidence in presenting and explaining creative ideas
Excellent communication and content development skills
Ability to work cooperatively with many personalities and cultures
Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

Experience in creative concept development for print, digital advertising, social media
Experience in developing compelling graphics and content for trade show and events environments
Experience in video production: shooting, editing, animating
Experience with creating compelling 2D & 3D animations
Experience with digital asset managers like Bynder
Experience creating and managing brand style guides
Experience in developing and editing Powerpoint and Google Slides templates and content

Responsibilities

Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Marketing Managers, Product Management, Scientific Writers, and Regional Managers to define project scope, goals, and deliverables
Autonomy & Ownership: Work with minimal supervision to manage the end-to-end design process, from initial conceptualization through final production and implementation
Project Management: Simultaneously manage multiple project timelines and coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery
Interactive Content & Motion Graphics: Design and produce compelling motion graphics, animated elements, and short-form video for use across social media channels, website content, and digital advertising, ensuring assets are optimized for engagement and modern digital standards
Proficient Toolset: Utilize a professional suite of tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere), and web publishing tools (HTML5, PDF)
Visual Assets: Create and curate custom iconography, photographic imagery, and illustrations that meet modern digital standards
Strategic Optimization: Actively research best practices and measure campaign impact to recommend design changes that improve performance and reduce production effort
Brand Stewardship: Act as a guardian of the corporate style guide, ensuring all materials maintain a consistent, professional "CST" look and feel
Template Development: Build and maintain standardized Marcom templates to streamline design workflows while ensuring brand alignment
Identity Materials: Design core corporate identity assets, including stationery, business cards, logos, and global presentation templates
Packaging Solutions: Conceptualize and design physical product packaging, including containers, sleeves, labels, and mailing envelopes
Strategic Alignment: Partner with Product Management to ensure all packaging designs meet both brand strategy requirements and strict regulatory standards
Ongoing Support: Manage the maintenance and implementation of ongoing graphic projects, adapting materials for various formats, channels, and global regions as needed
Trend Innovation: Continuously research and implement new graphic design techniques, formats, and trends to keep visual content fresh and competitive