Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer will produce engaging designs that connect with diverse audiences across multiple platforms while reinforcing the Historic New England brand. This includes working closely with team members to create new design campaigns and ensuring consistency in branding elements.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Historic New England team members to brainstorm, conceptualize and create new design campaigns and/or elements
• Ensure consistency and a cohesive look and feel for branding elements
• Provide clear communication and work cross-collaboratively with departments from project conception to completion
• Work with printers and outside agencies on various projects, ensuring adherence to guidelines, timelines, deliverables and budget
• Support priorities set by the Director of Marketing
• Collaborate with leadership and brand teams to maximize sponsorship and partnership opportunities
• Create and maintain relationships with consultants, partners, and vendors as necessary
• Occasional attendance of community events to build partnerships and relationships

Requirements

• Degree in graphic arts, design or related field or equivalent combination of skilled credentials
• Minimum of three-years' experience in the graphic design industry
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize and manage projects with varying design specifications, tight timelines, and budgets
• Ability to maintain a schedule of multiple projects and tasks, including deliverables and timelines
• Ability to accept team feedback constructively and revise designs when necessary
• Ability to edit images and design assets quickly and efficiently
• Familiarity with current visual design trends and how to apply them
• Knowledge of accessible design
• Knowledge of photo and font usage rights
• Ability to use analytical data to create a results-driven approach
• Experience developing and implementing content strategies and messaging that support organizational communication objectives
• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• New England residency required by start of work
• Valid driver’s license and means of transportation
• Strong belief in, and demonstrated commitment to, Historic New England’s mission and values
• Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, excellence, and Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA)

Key Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Multitasking and project management
• Team feedback and revision
• Image and asset editing
• Visual design trends
• Accessible design
• Photo and font usage rights
• Analytical data for results-driven approach
• Content strategy and messaging
• Organization and project management
• Written and verbal communication