Senior Designer, Digital Communications

Ventas, Inc.•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Designer, Digital Communications is responsible for executing and maintaining the company’s digital presence and visual brand across platforms. This role blends creative strategy and execution with operational oversight, ensuring consistency, quality and accessibility of digital assets that support the organization’s communications and marketing efforts. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, visually driven and experienced in managing digital content across multiple channels.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field
6-8 years of experience in digital communications, design, or brand management
Must be located in the Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and/or similar platforms
Experience managing website content (CMS platforms such as WordPress or similar)
Strong eye for design, detail, and brand consistency
Experience coordinating with external creative vendors (photography, videography, etc.)
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

Support brand strategy and execution across the Company through visual design and digital experience using a combination of in-house execution and agency resources
Maintain network of agency partners and manage engagements, including scope development, budgeting, timelines and stakeholder engagement
Manage and maintain company website(s) and other digital platforms, ensuring content is current, accurate, and aligned with brand standards
Partner with internal teams and external vendors on updates, enhancements, and functionality improvements
Uphold and enforce brand standards across all digital and visual materials
Create and edit high-quality graphics for presentations, marketing materials and digital use
Ensure consistency in tone, design and messaging across all channels
Serve as liaison for photography and videography needs, coordinating shoots and managing vendor relationships
Oversee editing, selection and delivery of visual content
Own and maintain the company’s brand identity and assets, brand guidelines and digital asset library, including organization, tagging and accessibility of files
Ensure assets are up-to-date, properly licensed and easily retrievable
Manage day-to-day social media posting and content publishing across platforms
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to source content and ensure alignment with brand guidelines
Monitor engagement and ensure timely updates (strategy may be supported by leadership or external partners)
Design digital and print materials for corporate events, including invitations, presentations, and on-site visuals
Ensure cohesive branding across all event-related materials