Design 21: Social Design Network

Department: Marketing & Communications Type: Full-time, Permanent

Description: Seeking a full-time senior print and web designer. Reporting to the Senior Creative Director, this person will be responsible for the hands-on design and production of a wide range of high-quality print materials and electronic communications that reflect a consistent brand identify for United Way.

Responsibilities: The Senior Designer must be organized and a team player. The ability to work on multiple projects with aggressive deadlines is also a must. Successful candidate will be both creative and strategic. Responsibilities include the following: 1) Designs and produces print materials and electronic communications, such as fundraising collateral, invitations, e-newsletters, and graphics for the website. 2) Assists Senior Creative Director with production duties, including writing print specifications, performing on-site press checks when key materials are printed, and coordinating with outside vendors. 3) Special projects as required by fundraising and program staff or senior management.

Qualifications: Education/Experience: BFA or similar degree in visual communications, graphic design or related. Five years (minimum) related experience. One or more years experience in creating electronic communications.

Technology: Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Quark, HTML, Flash and PowerPoint. Ability to perform basic maintenance such as updating software, archiving source files, etc. Interpersonal and Work Style Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Skills: Ability to both conceptualize differences between and integrate web and print design. Basic project management skills, including attending kick-off meetings, routing layouts & proofs through the approval process, and overseeing the final production process. Compensation: Competitive compensation package.

How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to resume@uwnyc.org indicating Senior Designer in the subject line of your email. Please do not send Zip files. No phone calls or faxes please.