Junior Graphic Designer

Established in 1984, Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the world’s most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures, innovation can flourish, and creativity will shine through in each story we tell. DEI Statement Differences fuel the creative spirit. At Nike Communications, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components to our success, and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world, and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency. More About the Role Join our team as a Junior Graphic Designer ! This role will work with our many teams on their graphic design needs for current and potential clients, while also supporting design needs across the agency’s social media team. The Graphic Designer reports to our New York office on a hybrid schedule (3 days a week on-site). Responsibilities Asset Design : Assist with the production of materials and offer conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials for social media, events, and other campaigns. Creative and Visual Deck Creation : Ability to create recap decks for campaigns and proposals for clients that speak to their brand identities. Client and Team Collaboration : Work within the visual aesthetics of many different clients, while also catering to the suggestions from the agency team members advising on the asset production. New Technology Exploration : Act as a resource to the agency into any design tools, new techniques that we can add to our assets. Qualifications Professional Experience : Minimum of 1 year experience with freelance work, or internships. Design Application Proficiency : Proficient in multiple visual applications including Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud. Social Media Design Understanding : Experience and understanding of designing for static, moving and video assets for social media applications such as Instagram and TikTok and familiarity with best practices for engagement on each platform. Web Page Creation Knowledge : Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for updating website content, would be a plus. Portfolio Required : Please include your portfolio link here, if it is not on your resume. We will not be considering any applications without a portfolio. Salary : $50,000 annually. This is a non-exempt role and eligible for overtime. Health Benefits : Options for medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare, and Dental and Vision coverage through Principal. Financial Security : Contribute to 401(k) plan for retirement with the potential agency contribution via year-end profit sharing. Time Off : Enjoy 15 vacation days, with an extra day off on your birthday month. Holiday Closure : Agency closed between Christmas and New Years for a well-deserved break, as well as 10 other holidays throughout the calendar year. Summer Flexibility : Summer Fridays offer shorter work hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Family Support : Benefit from 12 weeks of paid parental leave and formal policies to support working parents. Technology : Company provided laptop and accessories, along with IT support. Bonuses : Potential for discretionary end-of-year bonuses. Agency Bonding : Engage in happy hours and our annual agency-wide offsite for camaraderie and celebration. Emphasis on DEI : A variety of specialized employee resource groups, DEI programming and other initiatives. Nike Communications, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Nike Communications Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nikecomm