Director, Graphic Design

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This opportunity is in the Marketing & Communications department.

The Marketing and Communications Department focuses on gaining visibility for the organization through all efforts related to brand management, corporate messaging, materials development, conference coordination, and event planning. We manage messaging and materials creation, press relations, advertising, thought leadership, national conference participation, and business partner appreciation events. Internally, we manage employee announcements and communications, large meeting planning and programming, and numerous employee-related events throughout the country. Consider joining our experienced and talented team if you are skilled in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, graphic design, or event management. Extraordinary opportunities await.

Role Description

In this role, you will set the strategic visual direction for Safety National's brand, serving as both a creative leader and people manager for a talented team of graphic design professionals. You will oversee the development of high-quality print and digital materials that effectively communicate Safety National's message across a wide range of audiences and platforms.

You will lead creative concept development, translating stakeholder needs into compelling visual solutions while ensuring brand consistency, artistic excellence, and operational efficiency. As a key liaison between internal partners and the design team, you will guide projects from intake through execution, balancing creative integrity with business objectives. You will also establish and enhance design processes, manage quality control, mentor and develop team members, and stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously elevate Safety National's visual presence.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field preferred

Required Qualifications

• Must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule which includes a minimum of 3 days per week in our St. Louis Corporate Office, located at 1832 Schuetz Rd. Saint Louis, MO. All employees are required to submit work from home requests and follow our Work From Home policy, which will be provided to all candidates selected to interview.
• 10 or more years of relevant graphic design experience
• Proven experience in a leadership role providing strategic oversight, planning, and team management
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of print and digital design work
• Extensive experience managing multiple high-level design projects concurrently
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
• Strong understanding of graphic design fundamentals including layout, color, typography, and composition
• Working knowledge of print production processes, including CMYK vs. RGB, file formats, resolutions, and large-format signage
• Ability to communicate, influence, and guide creative vision and strategy with internal stakeholders and leadership
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, motivate, and develop a team of design professionals

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multimedia design including video planning, filming, and editing
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience managing external vendors
• Knowledge of the insurance industry

Protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and technology assets against unauthorized disclosure, destruction and/or alteration, in accordance with Safety National policies, standards, and procedures.

Safety National is a leading specialty insurance and reinsurance provider. Our culture is built upon relationships, which allow us to demonstrate our expertise gained through our rich 80-year history. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tokio Marine, Inc., we appreciate the benefits and support provided by our affiliation with one of the top 10 insurance companies in the world.

Total Rewards That Put Employees First

In our vision to be First with Co-Workers, compensation that includes base salary, holiday bonus, and incentive awards is only a small portion of the comprehensive total rewards package we offer. Our total rewards approach recognizes and rewards the time, talents, efforts, and results of our valued employees. Highlights of our exceptional benefits include generous health, dental, and vision coverage, health savings accounts, a 401(k)-retirement savings match and an annual profit sharing contribution. We proudly offer family forming benefits for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy, generous paid time off and paid holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave, a hybrid work environment, and company-paid life insurance and disability. To support employees in their career journeys, we provide professional growth and development opportunities in addition to employee recognition and well-being programs. Apply today to learn more.

Safety National is committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive, market-based compensation. In our vision to be First with Co-Workers, compensation is only one piece of the comprehensive total rewards package we offer. The target base salary range for this position is $116,000 to $150,500. Compensation for the successful candidate will consider the candidate's particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location.

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