Brand Designer Job at Chronicle Books in San Francisco

Overview Chronicle Books seeks a mid-level Brand Designer to work with the Brand Design Director and Brand Design team to create innovative, well-designed brand and marketing materials that keep with the Chronicle Books aesthetic. This role has a focus on digital and online materials but does include some print materials. Key Responsibilities The Brand Designer will design and produce website graphics and landing pages, online ads, social media campaigns, custom emails, virtual trade show graphics, and digital sales materials from concept through production. Communicate in a clear, consistent, constructive, and positive manner; collaborate with Brand and Marketing staff to create effective brand and marketing materials within existing brand guidelines. Prioritize and manage projects simultaneously with attention to detail in design, preparation of mechanicals, and written communications. Develop, design, and produce digital and print assets, specialty promotional materials, and trade show booth graphics; contribute to systemized, sustainable workflows. Collaborate with Marketing/Publicity, Sales, and Publishing Designers; research vendors; process existing covers, book pages, and other graphics; attend weekly Brand meetings; share information about design and branding trends. Requirements B.F.A. in Graphic Design or equivalent, three to five years of work experience in graphic design, including initial concept generation through comps, presentations, and preparation of mechanical files. Strong typography skills and basic video and animation skills; knowledge of Premier and After Effects preferred; proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator). Basic HTML & CSS skills; strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments; attention to detail in communication and design. Salary Hiring Salary Range: $68,000 - $78,200. This range represents the anticipated low and high ends of the expected salary for this position and will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and market data. This position is eligible for our profit share plan. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k and profit share plan Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Paid winter break between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day Paid family/maternity/paternity leave Commuter benefits, long-term disability insurance, annual tuition assistance, annual wellness stipend Schedule Hybrid schedule in San Francisco with at least three in-office days per week and up to five in-office days per week, depending on project and business needs. To Apply Please follow the link to submit a resume and cover letter via our career site. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace. About Us Founded in 1967 in San Francisco, Chronicle Books is a publisher and distributor of illustrated books, gifts, and games for all ages. For more information, visit www.chroniclebooks.com. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Book and Periodical Publishing #J-18808-Ljbffr