Senior Associate, Designer

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today. 

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and versatile Senior Associate, Designer to join our creative team in India. This is a hands-on creative role for a strong visual designer who can develop compelling, polished communications across digital, social, presentation, print and other visual platforms.

The ideal candidate combines excellent graphic design fundamentals with strong technical proficiency and an interest in emerging creative technologies. This individual should be highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, comfortable incorporating AI-enabled creative and production tools into their workflow, and capable of taking projects from initial concept through final production.

This position will report to the Manager, Motion Graphics and will collaborate with designers, motion artists, video producers and other creative partners as part of a multidisciplinary creative team.

Basic Qualifications

• 5–9 years of professional experience in graphic design, visual communication, digital design or a related creative discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong working knowledge of AI-powered creative and production capabilities within Adobe applications, including generative image creation, image extension, object generation/removal and other AI-assisted workflows.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating sophisticated graphic design, typography, composition, image-making and visual storytelling.
• Strong understanding of fundamental design principles, including typography, hierarchy, composition, color, layout and brand systems.
• Ability to develop original visual concepts rather than relying solely on templates or existing creative.
• Experience preparing creative assets for digital, social, presentation and print applications.
• Ability to interpret creative briefs and independently execute projects from concept through final production.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to creative craft.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing project requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new tools, workflows and subject matter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom and professional photography workflows.
• Experience using approved generative AI and AI-assisted design tools as part of a professional creative workflow.
• Basic familiarity with motion graphics, video editing or Adobe After Effects is a plus.
• Experience creating infographics, data visualization or graphics that simplify complex scientific, medical or technical information.
• Experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical, technology or another highly technical industry is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with global creative teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones.
• Hands-on photography and video experience, with a working understanding of professional or mirrorless cameras, lenses, exposure, composition and basic lighting.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.