Graphic Designer

UJA-Federation of New York is the world’s largest local philanthropy. We focus on caring for people in need and inspiring the Jewish future. 

The Graphic Designer works as an integral part of the Design Team whose responsibilities include creating print and digital graphics for a variety of communication materials including but not limited to ads, brochures, direct mail, displays, editorial materials, exhibits, flyers, invitations, presentation materials, posters, as well as graphics for e-mail communications, web, and social media channels. The Graphic Designer works under the direction of the Creative Director to create high-quality, effective and cost-efficient designs that can be produced on time and within budget. They maintain records of each job passing through the art department and provide updates to the Creative Director on a weekly basis.

As part of an interdepartmental team, the Graphic Designer functions as a creative problem solver who helps Marketing and Communications, Fundraising and other teams to develop communications that meet marketing objectives within the agreed-upon strategy. They manage progress of individual assignments closely with respective project managers.

The Graphic Designer performs other tasks assigned by the Creative Director.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop, and design print and digital graphics to support fundraising efforts and planning department needs including pieces mentioned above. Work with purchasing department to secure bids.
• Function as a creative problem solver helping the brand marketing and communications teams, fundraising, and other members of the organization develop products that meet marketing objectives within the agreed-upon strategy.
• Create print and digital graphics that support larger M&C strategies including internal UJA communications, brand awareness campaigns, ads for Jewish publications, audience engagement efforts, etc.

Qualifications

• Excellent publication design skills and expert knowledge of current version of the Adobe Creative Suite (Mac).
• Keeps up with current design trends and techniques.
• Minimum 3-5 years staff experience in a leading advertising agency or in-house design studio.
• Art degree from a recognized and accredited university or design school.
• Experience working within and adhering to established brand guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently produce a high volume of quality work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with diverse clients, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior taste in overall design, typography, color and paper stock. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of offset and digital pre-press and print production technology.
• Ability to prepare print ready files and specifications for output.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, with a positive and collaborative attitude.
• An interest in helping the needy here in New York and around the world is a plus.

Reports To: Director, Creative Strategy

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.

Great Perks. Because We Appreciate Great Employees.

TIME OFF

We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.

HYBRID MODEL

We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.

HEALTH CARE

UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.

PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT

UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.

COMMUNITY

We come together as a staff to commemorate holidays (from Rosh Hashanah to MLK Day), volunteer at nonprofits, and celebrate our accomplishments together. (Our chocolate chip cookies are legendary!)