Manager, Graphic Design

Posting Date

Location: Hybrid role based in Denver, CO (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office days)

The Graphic Design Manager is a visionary creative lead, brand strategist, and strategic visual storyteller responsible for bridging the gap between complex healthcare operations and high-impact communication. While strong design execution is expected, this role goes beyond asset creation and presentation design; it requires a highly strategic thinker who can shape and elevate DaVita's brand identity.

This role demands a multi-faceted expert: one who can seamlessly navigate high-stakes B2B environments, B2C (Patient-facing) needs, and internal B2E (Teammate-facing) campaigns, while also serving as the primary creative visionary for executive-level pitches and large-scale event visuals. The successful candidate is not just a "maker" but a persuasive communicator, brand strategist, and organized lead capable of pitching creative strategies directly to executive leadership. You will use advanced design capabilities, the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, and sophisticated workflows to transform clinical data into compelling, visionary narratives for physician partners, investors, and internal town halls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Multi-Channel Execution (B2B, B2C & B2E): Conceptualize and produce high-quality visionary assets across digital, print, and environmental platforms. This includes patient education materials (B2C), social media campaigns, sales collateral (B2B), and internal (B2E) events and activations.

Brand Strategy, Executive Pitching & Creative Consultation: Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership. Bring an ethereal, visionary approach to our brand identity. Lead creative "pitches," presenting overarching brand concepts and rationale to executive stakeholders, defending creative decisions with data-driven insights, and translating leadership vision into actionable, high-level design strategies.

Strategic Translation & Data Visualization: Partner with leaders to translate complex data into intuitive visual narratives. Design audience-centric materials that explain kidney care clearly while maintaining professional quality for all stakeholders.

High-Stakes Presentation & Visual Design: Lead the design and animation of executive-level presentations. Use advanced PowerPoint features and design tools to create "show-style" decks for large-scale events, investor meetings, and physician conferences, ensuring they align with broader brand strategy.

Operational Excellence & Brand Stewardship: Champion DaVita's brand identity across all media. Manage and evolve a library of scalable templates. Utilize project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet) to track workstreams, manage deadlines, and collaborate efficiently with cross-functional teams.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE

• Visionary Brand Strategy: An ethereal, forward-thinking approach to design that goes beyond standard asset creation to truly shape and advance the brand.
• Executive Presence: Exceptional verbal communication skills; the ability to sit at the table with senior leaders and confidently pitch, pivot, and persuade.
• Presentation Mastery: Ability to build complex, "non-linear" PowerPoint decks that feel like high-end motion graphics.
• Workflow Proficiency: A disciplined approach to managing high-volume, high-accuracy output within established tracking systems.
• Empathetic Storytelling: The ability to simplify "medical-speak" for patients (B2C) while maintaining the clinical rigor required for B2B audiences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, or related field (Required).
• Experience: 6 to 8+ years of professional design experience, with a heavy emphasis on brand strategy, corporate B2B, consumer-facing (B2C), and Executive Presentation/Pitch Design (Required).
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Microsoft 365: Expert-level PowerPoint (Advanced animation, template architecture). Proficiency in Word and Outlook (Required).
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: Mastery of Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop (Required).
• Project Management: Familiarity with tools like Smartsheet, Workfront, Wrike, or Asana to manage complex workflows (Required).
• Portfolio: Must showcase brand strategy, advanced presentation work, motion/animation examples, and evidence of visual storytelling for both executive and stakeholder audiences (Required).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Motion Graphics: Experience with Adobe After Effects or Premiere Pro for event video content.
• Event & Show Experience: Knowledge of environmental design and aspect ratios for stage screens (LED walls, projection).
• Modern Workflow: Proficiency in Smartsheet for automated approvals or resource tracking. Familiarity with Figma (UI/UX) or AI-driven ideation tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly).
• Healthcare Experience: Specific experience in patient education, clinical marketing, or a similarly regulated industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & VISUAL REQUIREMENTS

• Visual: Vision adequate to perform essential duties; must demonstrate the ability to differentiate colors (critical for clinical charting and brand accuracy).
• Physical: Ability to lift a minimum of 5 lbs. unassisted; manual dexterity for computer use.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Location: Denver, CO strongly preferred.
• Hybrid Schedule: Alignment with DaVita's hybrid work model.
• Travel: Occasional travel (up to 15%) for on-site event support, photoshoots, or clinical visits.

• Overtime: Periodic evening or weekend work may be required to meet high-stakes executive deadlines or event dates.

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace , backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.