Program Director - Creative Communications

The Creative Communications Department at MD Anderson Cancer Center brings stories of hope, discovery, and compassion to life. Through thoughtful strategy, compelling design, and impactful storytelling, the team supports the institution's mission to end cancer by connecting audiences with the people, innovations, and breakthroughs that define MD Anderson. Their work elevates the patient experience, strengthens the brand, and ensures that every message reflects the excellence and humanity at the heart of the institution.

Reporting to the Director of Creative Communications, the Program Director plans, develops and oversees MD Anderson's visual communication materials for a wide range of audiences, purposes and projects. The role focuses heavily on design support for institutes, programs and research initiatives. This position requires strong expertise in MD Anderson's visual brand and includes oversight and/or production of publications, reports, research and scientific imagery, medical illustration and animation.

The Program Director also provides digital creative direction and oversees work from direct reports, collaborators and external vendors.

Ideal Candidate: Holding an Associate's degree or higher, bringing at least seven years of graphic design experience, preferably within the healthcare sector, and having experience supporting large brands or organizations. Candidates residing within the state of Texas may be preferred.

Onsite travel may be required as needed for meetings and business needs.

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

• Creative / Visual Design
  • Plans and develops visual design solutions for a wide variety of organizational initiatives, communications and audiences.
  • Produces publications, reports, brochures, event materials, posters, infographics, multimedia presentations and web/social media projects.
  • Ensures all work adheres strictly to organizational brand standards.
  • Works with professional printers to manage pre‑press and production processes; attends press checks as needed.
  • Coordinates photo shoots.
  • Presents design work to customers, including senior leaders, for review and feedback.
  • Tracks the success of work products, projects and initiatives, identifying opportunities for improvement and addressing potential issues proactively.
• Design Project Direction
  • Provides art direction and oversight for visual design projects, Institutional Affairs initiatives, animations, and scientific/medical imagery.
• Strategic Counsel
  • Serves as a knowledgeable brand steward, ensuring all projects align with MD Anderson's brand look, feel and related policies.
  • Provides education, information and support to internal and external customers regarding design inquiries and service requests.
  • Attends key customer meetings and is available for consultation as needed.
  • Offers visual design direction to colleagues and collaborators.
• People Management
  • Directs the work of (senior) communication designers, external service providers, vendors and contracted personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Be part of a world‑renowned cancer center with a mission that truly saves lives.
• Work alongside top experts in healthcare, research and innovation.
• Grow your career with robust learning, development and advancement opportunities.
• Enjoy competitive benefits, wellness resources and support for work‑life balance.

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or…