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Abacus Technology

Graphic Design Specialist

Hampton, VA

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Graphic Design Specialist Job Locations: US-VA-Hampton Job ID: 2026-8751 Overview Abacus Technology ... Offer creative and professional input by recommending solutions for design problems. Qualifications ...

TMC

Graphic Design Specialist

Homosassa, FL · On-site +1

$50K - $55K/yr

Graphic Design Specialist Department: Quality Care Rehab Employment Type: Full Time Location: Home ... Working closely with the Director of Creative & Brand, this role creates high-quality creative ...

Taylor Corporation

Graphic Design Specialist

North Mankato, MN · On-site

$46K - $50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Graphic Design Specialist, you'll play a key role in creating high-quality visuals that ... This role requires expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, strong attention to detail, and the ability ...

Taylor

Graphic Design Specialist

North Mankato, MN

$46K - $50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Graphic Design Specialist, you'll play a key role in creating high-quality visuals that ... This role requires expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, strong attention to detail, and the ability ...

First State Community Bank

MO

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Graphic Design Specialist Bring Ideas to Life. Build a Brand. Make an Impact. First State Community ... Develop creative concepts that strengthen and elevate our brand. * Collaborate with teams across ...

C2 Technologies, Inc.

Web Design Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Web Design Specialist C² Technologies seeks a Web Design Specialist to work with clients to ... SharePoint, MS Teams, Google Sites, Adobe Creative Suite. * HTML/CSS, graphic design tools.

Kith

Production Design Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The Production Design Specialist supports the design execution of Kith's retail installations, pop ... Translate established creative direction into renderings, visualizations, mock-ups, and ...

C2 Technologies

Web Design Specialist

Arlington, VA

$50K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Web Design Specialist C² Technologies seeks a Web Design Specialist to work with clients to ... SharePoint, MS Teams, Google Sites, Adobe Creative Suite. * HTML/CSS, graphic design tools.

Kith

Production Design Specialist

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The Production Design Specialist supports the design execution of Kith's retail installations, pop ... Translate established creative direction into renderings, visualizations, mock-ups, and ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative design specialist in the United States is $29.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.96 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Creative Design Specialist?

A Creative Design Specialist is a professional responsible for developing visual concepts and designs for various media, including digital, print, and branding materials. They use graphic design software and creative skills to produce engaging layouts, illustrations, and marketing assets that align with a company's brand identity. Creative Design Specialists often collaborate with marketing teams, copywriters, and other designers to ensure cohesive and effective visual communication. Their work can include creating logos, social media graphics, advertisements, and presentations. In addition to technical skills, they must stay updated on design trends and be able to adapt their style to different projects.

What is the difference between Creative Design Specialist vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative Design SpecialistGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically holds a degree in design, art, or related fieldUsually requires a degree or certification in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentWorks in marketing, advertising, or corporate settings, often collaborating across teamsPrimarily in design studios, agencies, or freelance settings
Industry UsageUsed across various industries including marketing, advertising, and corporate brandingCommonly associated with branding, print, and digital media projects

The main difference is that a Creative Design Specialist often has a broader role involving strategic and multi-channel design tasks, while a Graphic Designer typically focuses on visual content creation. Both roles require similar credentials and are used across many industries, but the Creative Design Specialist usually engages in more diverse projects and collaboration.

What are the most common challenges Creative Design Specialists face when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

Creative Design Specialists often collaborate with marketing, product, and development teams to bring visual concepts to life. One common challenge is balancing creative vision with business objectives and technical constraints—ensuring that designs are both innovative and feasible within project timelines and budgets. Effective communication, adaptability, and openness to feedback are essential for navigating differing perspectives and achieving a cohesive final product. Building strong relationships across teams can help streamline the collaboration process and lead to more successful outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Creative Design Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Design Specialist, you need a strong background in visual design principles, proficiency in color theory, typography, and a relevant degree in graphic or visual arts. Expertise in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with digital asset management systems are typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication help you translate concepts into compelling visuals and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills are essential for producing visually engaging content that meets client objectives and brand standards.
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Infographic showing various Creative Design Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,834 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Creative Content and Design Specialist

The Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health, in partnership with Stanford Medicine and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, unlocks philanthropy to transform health for children and families in Northern California - and around the world. Through fundraising and grantmaking, the Foundation drives scientific research, innovation, and policy change that will improve care, advance cures, and reform healthcare systems for this and future generations.
MAIN FOCUS: A highly creative individual contributor, the Creative Content and Design Specialist will use multimedia design skills to develop compelling fundraising communications for the Transformational Giving (TG) Team. This position will report to the Senior Director of Strategic Communications and partner closely with the Senior Vice President of Transformational Giving, two Directors of Strategic Communications, and the entire TG team. The position will be responsible for leading the creation of personalized, high-priority communications initiatives that drive transformational gifts supporting pediatric research and clinical care.
LOCATION: Palo Alto, CA (hybrid). This role is hybrid, with an expectation of working an average of eight (8) days per month in our Palo Alto office; the successful candidate will be based in the Bay Area.
WHAT YOU'LL DO...
The Transformational Giving team inspires philanthropy among donors with the capacity to make gifts of $25 million+ in support of Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford and the child and maternal health programs at the Stanford University School of Medicine. To advance this work, our team creates compelling custom communications (proposals, reports, cultivation documents/emails, slide decks, personalized videos/websites, etc.). This role will produce dynamic digital communications that will engage donors in the hospital's mission and ultimately lead to new gifts.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Communications, this role will lead digital communications, including graphic design, video filming and editing, presentation decks, photography, web design, and other content creation.
The compensation range for this role is $105,000-$115,000 annually.
YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR...
Digital Communications
  • Create, and manage design projects for the Transformational Giving team, in partnership with gift officers, writers, and other team members
  • Partner and advise on creative ways to present content beyond a traditional written document; suggest and lead production for new avenues of capturing information that will inspire donors
  • These responsibilities will be accomplished through:
    • Collateral Design: Produce visually appealing proposals, white papers, slide decks, and other documents using Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint, and other design tools, with elements such as infographics, timelines, and simple animations
    • Video: Film and edit videos to engage and steward donors and other key stakeholders
    • Photography: Take photographs as needed (professional quality not expected, but should have basic photography skills to capture images that can be used in print/digital communications)
    • Web: Create custom websites to cultivate and steward donors
    • Digital Asset Management: Add final assets to our digital asset management platform
    • Event Design: Create branding for specific events and carry branding through in event collateral design, to include invitations, website, signage, etc.

Project Management & Cross-Team Collaboration
  • Recommend new approaches, procedures, communication platforms, and processes to effect continual improvements in efficiency and quality of products
  • Balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and busy environment
  • Work with partner teams to share resources in order to maximize assets gathered and created and ensure seamlessness of messaging throughout the organization
  • Work with print vendors to ensure high-quality execution of print materials/signage
  • Maintain positive professional relationships via email, phone, and in person with hospital staff and faculty, donors, and patient families, and maintain confidentiality when needed
  • Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills to produce error-free materials

YOU MUST HAVE...
  • Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign / Photoshop
  • Proficiency with video editing software and tools (such as Adobe Premiere)
  • Proficiency in photography
  • Ability to work independently in a team environment and demonstrate ownership and accountability
  • Expert design and visual communication skills
  • Experience working in a team environment with multiple stakeholders

YOU'LL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU EXHIBIT THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES...
Creative & Visual Storytelling Excellence
  • Translates complex ideas into compelling visual and multimedia experiences that inspire engagement and action.

Strategic Communication & Audience Focus
  • Understands audience needs and crafts customized communications that resonate with high-net-worth donors and senior stakeholders.

Project Management & Execution
  • Effectively manages multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality work with exceptional attention to detail.

Collaboration & Influence
  • Builds strong partnerships across teams, incorporates diverse perspectives, and gains buy-in through expertise, professionalism, and effective communication.

Innovation & Creative Problem Solving
  • Brings fresh ideas, explores new technologies and communication approaches, and continuously seeks creative ways to elevate donor engagement.

Agility & Resourcefulness
  • Demonstrates sound judgment, adaptability, and initiative while navigating changing priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Working at the Foundation
WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS & PERKS, INCLUDING...
  • Generous leave, including PTO, holidays, Summer Fridays, and a sabbatical (after 7 years of employment)
  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • Retirement plan + employer match
  • Premium Medical and Dental coverage
  • FSA + dependent care FSA
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Legal services plan
  • Commuter Benefits, including CalTrain "Go Pass" Program
  • 4-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents
  • Stipend for home office and mobile phone

WE'RE DYNAMIC...
The Foundation is a dynamic organization in a rapidly changing industry. Therefore, the responsibilities associated with this position will evolve and grow in accordance with LPFCH's business needs and growth plans. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities based on the future growth plans for the Foundation.
WE STRIVE TO EMBODY OUR CULTURAL TOUCHSTONES
  • Mission-first - We can never lose sight of why we exist and exercise profound commitment to advancing child and maternal health.
  • Good of the whole - We share responsibility for overall results, think of what's best for the team and organization, and act as responsible stewards of resources.
  • Bold and bendy - We're unapologetically ambitious for our mission, creative, and take risks by trying new things.
  • Sweat the big stuff - We're clear on our priorities, calibrating effort and resources to audience and impact; the higher the return, the greater the investment.
  • Make it happen - We're focused on outcomes and prepared with ideas and solutions for every challenge.
  • Community matters - We prioritize listening to and supporting each other, not just as colleagues, but as people with varied experiences and perspectives.

EVERYONE BELONGS HERE
Our Foundation values the unique qualities each of us brings to our team and community. We take pride in cultivating a workplace where every voice is heard and each of us has the opportunity to achieve our fullest potential-so that together, we can make meaningful impact on the health outcomes for children and their families.
We are guided by the following principles:
  • Uphold integrity and professionalism in all our actions.
  • Foster a welcoming and supportive culture.
  • Embrace unique perspectives and contributions.
  • Interact with compassion, openness, and an eagerness to learn.

The pay range for this role is:
105,000 - 115,000 USD per year (Palo Alto, CA )

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