Graphic Designer / Production Artist

Design and prepare a variety of print and digital materials while ensuring visual consistency with Vertex’s corporate identity. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to manage projects from concept to deliverable.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare a variety of print and digital materials, including fact sheets, brochures, posters, social media, and presentation decks - supporting external web and social channels as well as internal communications
• Contribute to design meetings and brainstorming sessions; share work, provide input on projects, share ideas and opinions, be willing to speak up and share creative and strategic perspectives
• Support the Vertex corporate brand through understanding our key messaging and visuals, ensuring all designs maintain visual consistency with Vertex’s overall corporate identity and style guide
• Contribute to the visual direction and design of internal engagement events such as annual awards dinners, family day celebrations, announcements and product approvals, and key milestone events
• Translate complex scientific or business concepts into clear, visually engaging graphics and layouts for corporate presentations
• Maintain and update our graphic brand asset libraries on Brand Central, Vertex’s brand hub and digital asset management (DAM) platform; this includes photography, illustrations, logos, presentations, fonts and icons
• Work independently to manage projects, from concept to deliverable, and with cross-functional stakeholders to gather feedback, iterate on designs, and ensure satisfactory final outputs
• Work closely with Corporate Communications’ business partners - internal communications, HR, Pipeline comms and business leads to align design work with corporate messaging goals
• Work within a core set of software requirements but remain flexible and interested in learning new tools and skills to solve design needs

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a corporate or agency setting
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
• Strong communication, time management, file organization and project coordination skills
• Broad design experience showcasing versatility, creativity, and strategic thinking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Manage projects and timelines within the deadlines and project parameters
• Understanding of digital and social media
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Ability to multitask and work to tight time frames
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with video editing and animation tools is a plus

Key Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with video editing and animation tools

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Annual equity awards
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
• Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
• Generous commuting subsidy
• Matching charitable donations
• 401(k)