Healthcare Creative Strategist

Shive-Hattery is seeking a Healthcare Creative Strategist!

Do you have an eye for design, a way with words, and a drive to win?

The Shive-Hattery Healthcare + Higher Education + Industrial Creative Strategy Team is seeking a creative strategist who brings sharp insight, creative rigor, and a drive to win. In this role, you'll transform complex information into persuasive, visually stunning proposals and presentations that help us win work and make an impact in the communities we serve.

If you thrive under deadlines, have a sharp eye for detail, and enjoy working hands-on in Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint, and other creative tools - this is your opportunity to shine.

Our ideal candidate will have:

Purpose-Driven Ownership: You hold yourself to high standards because the projects you support will impact health outcomes and patient experiences. You care deeply about clarity, accuracy, and empathy in communication, and you don't wait to be asked - you lead.

A Strategic Mindset: Not only do you see the big picture, you also understand your place in it. You are curious and ask the right questions at the right time. You listen intently. You can interpret and communicate data clearly. You connect the dots!

Servant Leadership: You know when to lead, follow, or get out of the way, not for personal gain but for the greater good.

Strong Writing Skills: You pivot from crafting concise project narratives to persuasive cover letters. You distill complexity, clarify value, and tailor messages for diverse audiences - clinicians, executives, and facility directors alike.

Visual Intuition: You understand how to use clear visuals to tell a compelling story. You enjoy collaborating to develop layouts and visuals supporting an overall message.

Why you'll love working here:

You'll be part of a collaborative, creative, and supportive team that genuinely invests in one another's growth. We believe in teaching and learning every day - sharing knowledge, skills, and ideas so we can all get better together. You'll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with leaders and teammates who support your goals and encourage continuous improvement.

No two days are the same here - you'll work on a variety of pursuits, each with its own unique challenges and story to tell. Along the way, we make space for fun, celebrate wins big and small, and keep the work environment inspiring and energizing. And you'll know your efforts directly contribute to projects that improve health outcomes, elevate built environments, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Desired Qualifications:

Success in this role favors the highly organized who can prioritize multiple concurrent tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Core Skills & Experience

• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign required; Illustrator and Photoshop a plus).
• Skilled in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; comfortable producing polished, print- and screen-ready documents. Excel a plus.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, engaging content.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Collaborative mindset, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to communication.

Education & Background

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications, graphic design, or related field - or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience in proposal production, marketing communications, or similar creative role.
• Familiarity with AEC marketing and/or healthcare market is a plus, but not required - we'll help you get up to speed.
• Experience with Deltek VantagePoint, OpenAsset, or Newforma is a plus, but not required.

What You'll Do:

Proposal & Presentation Production

• Develop visually compelling, persuasive proposals and presentations from kickoff through final production.
• Craft clear, client-focused narratives and supporting visuals that tell a cohesive story.
• Format, proof, and polish materials to ensure accuracy, compliance, and brand consistency.
• Collaborate closely with technical staff, marketing teammates, and teaming partners to translate ideas into high-quality deliverables.

Creative Layout & Visual Storytelling

• Design layouts in Adobe InDesign and PowerPoint that communicate ideas clearly and attractively.
• Source, edit, and integrate images, graphics, and infographics that support the message.
• Maintain and apply brand standards while tailoring materials for each pursuit.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Partner with pursuit leads to understand client priorities and project details.
• Ask smart, targeted questions to clarify content and improve the final product.
• Work with proposal coordinator to maintain updated resumes, project sheets, and qualifications materials.

Why Shive-Hattery?

Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In total, the firm has 16 offices across the US. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location. You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact - and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You'll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.
We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, Vision - 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance - Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans - Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA - Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• ...And Many More!

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.