Senior Designer

Role Summary

Suffolk's Senior Designer is a highly skilled creative professional who transforms complex ideas into compelling visual communications. Trusted with the department's most visible and strategically important projects, this role combines strong conceptual thinking with exceptional design craft to create work that advances the Suffolk brand.

We're looking for someone who consistently delivers thoughtful creative solutions, exercises sound design judgment, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll balance creativity with strategy, developing sophisticated work across print, digital, environmental, presentation, and video while partnering closely with writers, videographers, project managers, and marketing teammates.

This role requires on-site presence 4 days a week in our amazing Boston office - which offers free parking, a free on-site gym and cafeteria and other perks that make for a great culture and unique employee experience!

Responsibilities

• Develop sophisticated creative concepts across print, digital, environmental, presentation, and social media channels for high-profile marketing initiatives.
• Translate complex business objectives into compelling visual communications that support Suffolk's strategic goals.
• Lead the creative development of executive presentations, brand campaigns, recruiting initiatives, environmental experiences, and other high-visibility projects.
• Present design concepts and articulate the strategic thinking behind creative recommendations to stakeholders.
• Explore multiple conceptual approaches and recommend the strongest creative solution based on business objectives, audience needs, and brand standards.
• Partner closely with writers, videographers, project managers, and marketing leaders to develop integrated creative solutions.
• Elevate the quality and consistency of the Suffolk brand through thoughtful design, attention to detail, and creative excellence.
• Manage complex projects from concept through execution, collaborating with cross-functional partners while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Contribute to a collaborative creative environment by sharing ideas, providing thoughtful feedback, and helping elevate the quality of the team's work.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback thoughtfully while maintaining the integrity of the creative vision and project objectives.
• Stay ahead of design trends, emerging technologies, and creative best practices, bringing new ideas and perspectives to the team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably in an agency or similar fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Strong conceptual thinking, exceptional design skills, and the ability to develop solutions across multiple media channels.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Well-versed in current design trends, technology, social media, and all phases of the creative process from concept through production.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines.
• Ability to accept creative direction and contribute positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Positive attitude with a high level of energy, enthusiasm, accountability, and ownership.