Executive Communications Senior Designer

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.The Executive Communications Senior Designer is a member of the CEO Communications team, contributing to the design strategy and implementation of visual storytelling on behalf of Illumina’s CEO. The ideal candidate is a multi-media content champion and visual storyteller who inspires those around them and is obsessed with establishing and upholding the highest standards of design quality. With a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude, they use their expertise in developing presentation decks, audio, video, and motion graphics to deliver innovative, creative solutions for live meetings and digital content. Part of a highly engaged, results-driven team, they value collaboration and autonomy equally. If you are ready to take your visual storytelling skills to the next level at a company where innovation is in our DNA, this might just be your dream job. Key Skills and ResponsibilitiesWorking alongside writers and copy editors, develop executive-level visual communications and presentations that inform and inspire internal & external target stakeholders.Work in close collaboration with Brand Marketing to ensure consistency and innovation are present in all elements of our evolving brand expression across platforms.Be at the forefront of innovative, highly engaging multi-media trends that can be leveraged across CEO and Corporate owned channels.Backed by data, make recommendations on adjustments in visual storytelling strategies and tactics to help advance the Illumina brand and position the CEO as an innovative, engaging thought leader.Serve as lead visual designer on presentations in support of all CEO communications, aligning with company brand standards and industry best practices. Oversee end-to-end creation of CEO videos, audio clips, and motion graphics in support of live presentations and social media.On behalf of CEO Communications team, serve as primary point of contact to in- house AV team and agency partners to support in-person and hybrid events.Champion diversity, equity and inclusion principles when designing visual content, and collaborate with Corporate Communications and Marketing teams to maintain cohesive visual look and feel of initiative communications.Be comfortable flexing between independent work and highly collaborative working sessions.Competencies/SkillsHighly skilled in the development of engaging, visually appealing presentation materialsDeep knowledge of graphic design, video production, audio production, and motion graphics development and usage in a corporate environment.Strong creative skills and technical design/development capabilities for multi-media communications.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to advise and support senior level executives. Experience working with C-suite level executives a plus.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Power Point, Keynote and Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).Audio, video and motion graphics production experience is a plus.Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, other MS Office programs.Required Work Experience5+ years of visual design and/or corporate communications experience (biotech or healthcare industry experience preferred but not necessary)Strong track record of delivering impactful multi-media and tailoring/targeting communications for different platforms and audiencesTechnical Skills Desired: Adobe CC (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat), Microsoft Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and ExcelEducation - Bachelor’s degree in marketing communications-related discipline and/or equivalent work experience in design and corporate communications.The estimated base salary range for the Executive Communications Senior Designer role based in the United States of America is: $136,100 - $204,100. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable salary range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. 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