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Senior Experiential Graphic Designer

Society for Experiential Graphic Design, New York, New York, us, 10261

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About Flyleaf Creative

Flyleaf Creative

is an award-winning multidisciplinary design firm that builds brands for non-profit organizations in the fields of arts & culture, criminal justice reform, education, and freedom of expression. Our projects encompass branding, web design, print communications, environmental graphics and signage and wayfinding. Clients include: Apollo Theater, Arts Center Lake Placid, Bard Prison Initiative, Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Huntington Theatre, Lincoln Center Theater, Longwood Gardens, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, St. Ann’s Warehouse, and Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center. About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Experiential Designer with 5–7 years of multidisciplinary professional experience. 2+ years specifically in environmental graphic design or signage and wayfinding is a big plus. In this role, the Senior Designer will be responsible for providing design leadership, primarily focusing on branding and environmental graphics/signage projects. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about design and excited to develop bold ideas within a small team who together make a significant impact on diverse, meaningful projects. Ideal candidates should have: Interest in and/or awareness of culture, performing arts, literature, public policy, or an interest in learning about other mission-based organizations Strong conceptual thinking and leadership skills to communicate ideas clearly Comfort with working in highly collaborative team environments Flexibility to learn and take on new challenges and willingness to be hands-on and involved in all phases of work Responsibilities

Requirements:

Work closely with Creative Director to develop approach to projects and lead the design and development of: Branding systems, which may include:

Research and discovery, logomarks, typographic hierarchy, templates, and branding guidelines Refinement or expansion of existing brand assets, generate collateral materials

Environmental graphics and signage, which may include:

Overall conceptual approach to the project from Schematic Design to Design Development through Construction Documents Support documentation: messaging schedule, location plans, graphic layouts of signage elements Researching materials, processes, and ADA/Building Code requirements

Be accountable for effective coordination with all parties throughout the design process:

Coordinate with architects, design consultants, and fabricators throughout project development Attend site visits to document site conditions or conduct preliminary field measurements Review production proofs, fabrication shop drawings, samples prototypes Oversee signage installation for quality assurance

Demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas

Develop well-crafted design presentations Closely collaborate with key stakeholders representing the Flyleaf Creative’s culture and point of view

Manage Time and Projects

Work with team to set appropriate schedules based on workflow Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines across multiple projects, flag scheduling conflicts early on With guidance, work within budget and time constraints

Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance Contribute to RFP responses and studio growth initiatives Report to VP of Client Relations and President Travel may be required for site visits Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related discipline 5–7 years of multidisciplinary experience. 2+ years specifically in environmental graphic design or signage design is a big plus Outstanding creative portfolio showcasing:

Playful, vibrant, lush designs Strong grasp of concept and ability to solve complex design problems Strong grasp of typography Aptitude for image-making Technical skills Examples of a presentation deck with some phase of design work as shared with a client, if available Experience with various aspects of signage design work is a plus

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Google Suite (docs, slides, sheets) Familiarity with CAD or CADTools, Revit, Rhino, and/or Sketch-up is a plus Knowledge of signage and wayfinding production techniques is a plus Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with ability to articulate design decisions and to support thematic concepts for design presentations, brand narrative and other written documentation, including client guideline documents Excellent organizational skills with ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects; ideally, you:

Thrive as a systemic thinker, pay attention to detail and have the ability to see big picture Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment Are able to problem-solve project briefs and consider various routes to ensure delivery

An open, positive, and empathetic personality; ideally you:

Take initiative and show a desire to learn Demonstrate ability to build trusted partnerships with team and clients Practice giving and taking feedback with a positive and curious attitude Present comfortably to clients and respond professionally to their feedback

Salary:

$75K–$90K Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. This is based on an individual’s experience working with a team and proven track record with prior agency/firm, type of projects designed and managed, as well as complexity of projects. How To Apply

This is a full-time position starting immediately. Interested candidates must live within commutable distance to the studio in Chelsea, Manhattan. Our studio offers some WFH flexibility. Applicants must be eligible to work in the US. To apply, please provide: Cover letter (PDF) Resume (PDF) Link to your portfolio Send application via email to

working@flyleafcreative.com

with the subject line “Senior Experiential Graphic Designer.” No phone calls please.

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