Graphic Designer

$57,120 - $77,616/Yr

Williams Nature Conservatory - Conshohocken, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Conshohocken, PA

About the position

The Graphic Designer at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) plays a crucial role in managing and executing the organization's brand identity system. This position involves a hands-on approach to creative projects, where the designer will collaborate with the Midwest storytelling team to apply TNC's brand identity and visual vocabulary effectively. The ideal candidate will be a creative, conceptual thinker who is ready to define and execute an artistic vision from start to finish. The role requires the designer to contribute to various creative projects, ensuring that all designs are smart, thoughtful, and compelling, aligning with the organization's mission to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. In this position, the Graphic Designer will be responsible for designing, directing, researching, and managing graphics, layouts, and art production. They will develop and maintain the Conservancy's brand visual vocabulary while meeting frequent photography, production, and copy deadlines. The designer will also organize, manage, and coordinate diverse projects and activities, often working within a budget to complete projects. This role may involve supervising volunteers, interns, contractors, or temporary staff, and the designer will be expected to perform duties under general supervision while having the autonomy to direct individual projects. The Graphic Designer will need to clearly and effectively present their work, communicate their vision, and negotiate feedback with project stakeholders. This position is essential for ensuring that TNC's visual communications are consistent and impactful, contributing to the organization's overall storytelling efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the Conservancy's brand identity system.
• Design smart, thoughtful, and compelling concepts for all aspects of the organization.
• Design, direct, research, and manage graphics, layouts, and art production.
• Develop and maintain the Conservancy's brand visual vocabulary.
• Meet frequent photography, production, and copy deadlines.
• Organize, manage, and coordinate diverse projects and activities with many variables.
• Coordinate the work of peers on departmental project teams.
• Supervise volunteers, interns, contractors, or temporary staff as needed.
• Work within a budget to complete projects.
• Perform duties under general supervision and established guidelines.
• Act independently on assigned tasks and projects.
• Present work clearly and effectively, communicate vision, and negotiate feedback with project stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in a design studio, agency, or in-house creative department.
• Experience preparing files for production, marking up color for correction, and reviewing proofs.
• Portfolio demonstrating a sophisticated, conceptual design sensibility and a strong sense of typography.
• Strong, modern approach to typography and design for both print and digital.
• Strong awareness of current design trends, photographers, and illustrators.
• High level of design sophistication and meticulous attention to detail.
• Keen eye for photography and illustration and exceptional typography skills.
• Experience in designing for the Web and a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Ability to translate print graphics to web, and vice versa.
• Expert-level knowledge of Adobe CC.
• Strong familiarity with print production.
• Independent and well organized with a blend of technical and conceptual skills.
• Ability to thrive in an energetic environment and make judgment calls tactfully.
• Understanding of motion graphics or video editing is a major plus.
• Experience with presentation software such as PowerPoint and Keynote.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based environment with internal and external partners.
• Ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences from technical information.
• Practical knowledge of marketing and branding principles.
• Experience presenting and articulating design solutions to clients.

Nice-to-haves

• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.