Maximus - Creative Design Lead

Designer is needed in Tysons, United States.

Client: Maximus

Location: Tysons, VA

Contract: undefined

Job Description

Maximus is currently seeking a versatile and proactive Creative Design Lead to join our team. This position supports a variety of state and federal programs in delivering essential information to the public through clean design and plain language. Ideal candidates are well-rounded, hands-on designers who thrive in fast-paced environments and take initiative to move projects forward. In addition to visual design, contribution to light content writing and editing is required, with training in plain language best practices. This is a hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ, and candidates must live within a commutable distance of the office and work on-site regularly.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements

• 7+ years designing for print, video, digital, and presentations.
• Experience with trust-building and credibility-focused design.
• Strong understanding of color theory, branding, typography, layout, and composition principles.
• Experience working in Agile teams, familiar with Agile tools.
• Experience in pre-press, file preparation, and art file delivery for print.
• Experience creating infographics and data-driven design elements.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Experience creating custom illustrations, icons, or infographics.
• Strong organization and project management skills; able to self-direct and manage deadlines while delivering high-quality work.
• A proactive mindset; comfortable working independently and seeking clarity as needed.
• Basic skills in Figma and foundational UX design.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity with video or motion graphics tools.
• Understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with data security messaging and privacy communications.
• Understanding demographic targeting and life stage marketing.
• Experience with educational content and financial literacy.