Senior Graphic Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

The successful candidate will be part of HDR’s Virginia/DC/Maryland Strategic Communications team. The successful candidate is a visual storyteller who demonstrates excellent creative and communications skills. The ideal candidate stays current with the latest design resources, communicates clearly, and has excellent attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. This is not a corporate communications or marketing position, but rather a strategic communications role that provides HDR’s clients with compelling design work.

In the role of Senior Graphic Designer, we'll count on you to:

Plan, manage and deliver projects from concept through completionAssist in development of materials and serve as presenter/contributor/leader for meetings and task force assignmentsWork with other designers on multicomponent projects, and partner with clients to shape deliverablesDemonstrates effective leadership with clients and is available to help mentorConceptualize and design corporate and marketing materials,Research technology/production techniques, and processes as necessary for each projectEnsure quality control through approval of proofs, press checks, and review/testing of materials before deploymentSet overall strategy, vision, and direction, and use interactive design capabilitiesMentor, review projects and assist other designers with projects and programs, and assist with training of internal clientsTake responsibility for design, communication, organizational development, corporate strategic alignment, and trainingPlan, produce, research and test interactive presentations and materials using the latest new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Web Design or Fine Arts related field of study or equivalent experienceExperience with Premiere, After Effects, Dreamweaver, and CSS; offset printing/digital printing/color correctionPreference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) AreaA portfolio is required for consideration

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) Microsoft Office suite Ability to design a wide variety of styles Eye for design details, such as typography, alignment, hierarchy, etc Strong portfolio showing design experience Understanding of branding/brand development, communications, and research Proficiency in customer service, strong communication and negotiation skills, flexibility, time management, project management, detail oriented, leadership, and teamwork Experience with Premiere, After Effects and Audition; ability and experience working on strategic campaigns (Video Designers Only)Offset printing/digital printing/color correction; ability to coordinate complex projects

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Glen Allen Other Locations:United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach Industry:Strategic Communications Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Strategic Communications Job Posting:Apr 10, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.