Junior Graphic Designer
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Brooklyn Botanic Garden is seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual with a strong passion for design to join its marketing team. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment in the scope of a small but extremely active not-for-profit institution and have an appreciation for his/her surroundings at one of New York City's most treasured natural spaces. The junior graphic designer will gain experience working on a wide range of projects for the Garden, from brochures, invitations, and advertisements to web graphics and onsite interpretation. Excellent communication skills are a must, as this position involves a high level of interaction with staff at all levels across several departments. S/he should also possess an interest in sustainability and green printing standards in support of the Garden's mission.
Primary Responsibilities:
Meet with project managers to discuss objectives and interpret these needs to design a variety of materials including brochures, newsletters (print and email), catalogs, advertising, signage, invitations, web graphics, exhibits, direct mail, and retail products.
Design templates for use by qualified individuals in other departments.
Communicate brand guidelines to project managers and ensure brand consistency across all projects.
Update Brand Standards Manual as needed.
Manage internal relationships to keep projects on brand, schedule, and budget.
Manage external relationships with vendors, including printers and mail houses.
Bid, contract, and execute projects according to established budgets and production schedules.
Track all projects through Gardenlink Print Job Request system.
Work closely with copy editor to ensure that projects adhere to the Garden's style guide.
Maintain organization of printed and digital design files and invoices.
Perform any other related duties or special projects as directed.
Qualifications:
BA or BFA in graphic design and one to two years' experience
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
PowerPoint presentation design experience
Basic HTML and web design experience a plus
Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment, to multitask, and manage time effectively while working under tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail
How to apply
Please send a résumé and cover letter to:
Director of Human Resources
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
1000 Washington Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225-1099
Fax: 718-623-7216
Email: personnel@bbg.org
Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.