Graphic Designer

ABOUT ADWEEK

ADWEEK is the leading source of news and insights serving the brand marketing ecosystem. First published in 1979, ADWEEK's award-winning coverage reaches an engaged audience of more than 6 million professionals across platforms including print, digital, events, podcasts, newsletters, social media and mobile apps. As a touchstone of the advertising and marketing community, ADWEEK is an unparalleled resource for leaders across multiple industries who rely on its content to excel in their roles and maximize their contributions to their organization’s goals.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

ADWEEK is seeking a seasoned designer and creative thinker who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment to join our storied brand. The Senior Graphic Designer will play an integral role in the application of the ADWEEK brand identity across properties, event micro-sites, multi-channel marketing campaigns, and live event experiences—including Brandweek and our presence at Cannes Lions—ensuring consistency throughout. As Senior Graphic Designer, you will lead creative for assigned programs—from ideation through execution–driving the visual identity and partnering with marketing to deliver engaging, cohesive multi-channel campaigns that deliver on objectives. The Senior Graphic Designer reports to the VP, Marketing and Brand Strategy and sits within the creative team in the marketing department.

ABOUT THE ROLE

ADWEEK is seeking a seasoned designer and creative thinker who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The Graphic Designer will play an integral role in the application of the ADWEEK brand identity across properties, event micro-sites, multi-channel marketing campaigns, and live event experiences, ensuring consistency throughout. As Graphic Designer, you will lead creative for assigned programs—from ideation through execution–driving the visual identity and partnering with marketing to deliver engaging, cohesive multi-channel campaigns that deliver on objectives. The Graphic Designer reports to the Art Director and sits within the creative team in the marketing department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Marketing and internal stakeholders to understand program objectives, target audience and messaging requirements.
• Serve as creative lead for assigned programs: conceptualize, present and execute innovative design solutions across channels that align with brand guidelines and program objectives.
• Develop exceptional design across channels and formats, including digital advertising, social media, email marketing, mobile strategy, video and motion graphics animation, web design, and print.
• Drive innovation by pitching, identifying emerging technologies and approaches to expand or improve our design offerings, and developing creative add-on services.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, from conception to final delivery, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Harness data and analytics to drive decision making.
• Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on design best practices and industry trends.
• Maintain assets within our digital asset management system.
• Serve as a critical reviewer of campaign creative, providing constructive feedback, ensuring consistency and compelling creative across channels.

WHAT WILL SET YOU APART

• 3+ years of professional experience, preferably in a fast-paced media or advertising environment
• Experience working in a digital-first creative environment preferred
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Proficient in After Effects, Figma and Animation
• Demonstrate strong typography skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to shifting needs
• Desire to learn, have a positive, adaptable, and collaborative attitude
• Knowledge of video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro/Rush) preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS preferred
• Understanding of the dynamics of the advertising, marketing and media industry

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Location: ADWEEK is based in Midtown Manhattan. The position will require you to work in a hybrid capacity.
• Salary: up to $70,000
• The salary range provided reflects the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The final compensation offered will be determined by various factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, and location. ADWEEK is headquartered in New York City, and the salary specified is tailored for candidates residing within the New York tri-state area.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K, including Roth, with a discretionary company match
• Company paid Life/AD&D Insurance
• Pet Wellness
• Unlimited PTO
• Summer Friday’s
• Winter Break Closure
• LinkedIn Learning Corporate Subscription
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free digital/print subscription to ADWEEK and access to ADWEEK virtual & digital events!

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.