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ektello is hiring: Designer (New York) in New York

ektello, New York, NY, US

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  • Hybrid: Onsite: Tuesday -Thursday / Remote - Mon & Fri
  • 6-month Contract with the HIGH chance to extend
  • $30/hr Pay
  • Benefit Options: Health, dental, Vision, PTO, 401k (no match)

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

We are a creative team that consists of strategists, writers, editors, producers and designers to produce best-in-class creative solutions for both advertisers and various functions within Ad Sales.

The Graphic Designer works closely with the Art Director and Creative Director to deliver beautiful and thoughtful design solutions to a wide range of projects that come through to the Advertising and Partnerships team.

The Design team, of which this Graphic Designer will be a part, is a versatile group of creatives that tackle an impressive array of projects under demanding deadlines. They will be required to exhibit the same level of open-mindedness and versatility in working on any one of these design assignments. Projects include but are not limited to: art development for advertisements on Linear TV and on social platforms, UX/UI product design, digital editorial design, eblast communications, event branding, logo & identity system design, digital banner design, storyboarding, digital ads, presentation design and pitch concepts.

This position will have an emphasis on UX/UI design including product design and editorial layout design. Experience in Figma and/or Storied a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Deliver visual solutions that address the objectives and communicate core message
  • Uphold integrity of design throughout process, while being respectful to colleagues of various disciplines
  • Stay up to date with latest design and digital trends
  • Contribute to and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented group
  • Collaborate with colleagues across different disciplines (ad sales, marketing, strategists, communications, Peacock product team, motion graphics, editors, writers, Creative Directors, etc.)

Qualifications:

  • A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of work (photo compositing and editing a plus)
  • ???????Expertise in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Figma (or other UX/UI program)
  • Ability to work on and manage projects from concept to delivery
  • Working knowledge of PowerPoint
  • Follow the lead of an Art Director and/or Creative Director
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to think outside the box
  • A heightened sense of design; especially with respect to typography, photography, composition, and color
  • Highly creative & detail-oriented
  • Advertising Experience a Plus

Desired Characteristics

  • A Bachelors Degree in a related field/equivalent training or work experience?
  • 3-5 years working as a graphic designer or similar role
  • Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and grow and ask questions within a fast-paced working environment
  • Passion for design, photography, illustrations, typography, and digital design
  • Openness to collaborating with colleagues across different disciplines
  • Ability to maintain a professional and respectful attitude to co-workers
  • Interest in the advertising and media industry