GRAPHIC DESIGNER [CONTRACT] Job at BlackHouse NYC Inc in New York

BlackHouse

is a NYC based Women & Black owned event production agency founded in 2016 with a mission to create experiences worth framing for corporations, brands, and non-profit organizations. Our experiential approach to event design brings our clients message and event programming to life. We bridge the gap between ideation and execution, providing a concierge-like experience for our clients. Working with a tribe of the industry's elite, we provide comprehensive event production services, specializing in production design, technical production, and show direction. We offer a dynamic work environment, and an opportunity to grow with a group of passionate individuals who live for moments that take your breath away.

Our vision is to create a unique and authentic work environment that allows our tribe to flourish both individually and in their teams. It is our mission to create meaningful experiences for our employees that bring them value both professionally and personally.

Role Summary

The Graphic Designer will be highly creative and is someone who can create visual representations from conceptual ideas. The graphic designer should be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. This role will work closely and collaboratively with the Creative Director, Creative Producer and the Production Manager.

Our ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled with every step of the design process from concept to the final deliverables. Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, meet quick deadlines, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise clearly and effectively internally with our tribe, externally with clients and partners.

Responsibilities

1. Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various computer software to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals.
2. Obtain input from management, ensuring designs meet BlackHouse standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately.
3. Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity.
4. Develop concepts by hand or with software, and execute original content determining ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout.

Experience

1. Certificate or degree in graphic design, art, or similar discipline.
2. Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
3. 5+ years experience with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop etc.
4. Proven experience with graphic design, with a strong portfolio of work.
5. Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Qualifications

1. Strong knowledge of todays live experience landscape including corporate events, immersive brand experiences, and festivals.
2. Strong organizational skills and attention to details.
3. Multi-tasker with the ability to prioritize multiple requests and projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
4. An eclectic sense of style and creativity.
5. Familiar with both Mac/PC.
6. Ability to work in a group environment or independently, with little supervision.
7. Self-starter with a roll up your sleeves type and adaptable attitude.
8. Results-oriented strategic and conceptual thinker.
9. Must be passionate about event production life and willing to work hard.
10. Ability to keep a professional demeanor in high-stress situations & maintain a proactive approach to overall project management.
11. Availability to work evenings, weekends as needed per deadlines and deliverables.

#J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The graphic designer should be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects . The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled with every step of the design process from concept to the final deliverables . En Español: BlackHouse es una agencia de producción de eventos fundada en 2016 con la misión de crear experiencias dignas de marco para corporaciones, marcas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro. Nuestro enfoque experimental al diseño de eventos trae a nuestros clientes mensajes y programación de eventos a la vida. Construimos un puente entre ideación y ejecución, proporcionando una experiencia como concierge para nuestros clientes. Trabajando con una tribu de élite de la industria, brindamos servicios integrales de producción del evento, especializados en diseño productivo, producción técnica y dirección de espectáculos. Ofrecemos un entorno de trabajo dinámico, y una oportunidad de crecer con un grupo de personas apasionadas que viven momentos que te llevan el aliento.Nuestra visión es crear un ambiente de trabajo único y auténtico que permita a nuestra tribu florecer tanto individualmente como en sus equipos. Este papel trabajará en estrecha y colaborativa colaboración con el Director Creativo, productor creativo y gerente de producción. Nuestro candidato ideal tendrá un conocimiento experto del software de diseño actual y será hábil con cada paso del proceso de diseños desde el concepto hasta los resultados finales. Debe ser capaz de multitarea en un entorno acelerado, cumplir con plazos rápidos y tener excelentes habilidades de comunicación verbal y escrita para relacionarse claramente y eficazmente internamente con nuestra tribu, externamente con los clientes y socios.Responsabilidades Trabajar en una amplia gama de proyectos y medios de comunicación, utilizando varios programas informáticos para visualizar y desarrollar diseños gráficos innovadores que cumplan con las metas empresariales. Obtener información de la administración, asegurando que los diseños cumplen con los estándares y expectativas de BlackHouse, expresar ideas con precisión y representar adecuadamente a la empresa o al cliente.Traducir la dirección estratégica hacia un diseño de alta calidad dentro de una marca establecida.Desarrollar conceptos globales por rolas o con software, e ejecutar contenido original que determina el ideal de color, texto, estilo de fuente, imagen y disposición.ExperienciaCertificados o aptitudes profesionales avanzadas en diseño gráfico, arte u otros tipos de trabajo.Experimentación profesional Excepcional y capacidad de trabajo 5Disposiciones personales/exemplatividad y creatividad se requieren para mantener un entornos de diseño e-proyecto sin límites de tiempo, incluyendo un ambiente de vida más apasionante e-organizable, etc.