Develop and create smart, strategic concepts that tackle big issues.
Ready to work across platforms, including direct mail, brand identity, broadcast and digital.
Translate concept memos from client teams into polished materials for democratic candidates and political organizations.
Manage time efficiently to complete multiple assignments simultaneously.
Format files correctly to ensure everything we produce is successful and ready to print.
Design Pivot internal projects from social media to marketing materials.
Collaborate with Creative Director and client teams to develop and problem solve any creative and content issues.
Communicate ideas verbally and visually to team members and clients.
Attend meetings to discuss upcoming projects, client needs, progress on current work, etc.
Give and receive feedback on projects in a respectful and constructive manner.
Address and interpret client edits that result in an optimal finished product.
Adapt designs based on constructive feedback from the Design Director and Creative Director.
Effectively respond to edits to materials from team members and clients.
Create and maintain files for all creative assets and resources, such as software, art materials, and special fonts.
Maintain design file structures.
Ensure projects are in the right folders, are properly linked, have correct job codes, etc.
Help maintain our digital asset management system.
Maintain and continue to expand our internal design tools.

Portfolio of engaging, strategic work including illustration
Working knowledge of print design, pre-press, and commercial print processes
Proficiency designing in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Ability to collaborate and a willingness to roll up your sleeves to help colleagues
Exceptional attention to detail; please include the word "penguin" in your cover letter.
Ability to develop, adhere to, and communicate reasonable timelines.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to racial equity, social justice, and democratic causes.
Previous direct mail or print experience (special consideration)
Fluency in Spanish (special consideration)
Understanding of digital and social media strategies (special consideration)
Prior agency experience (special consideration)

Graphic Designer

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