Senior Graphic Designer (Communications)

: How You'll Contribute The Communications division leads the development and execution of integrated communications and marketing strategies to further the mission of the National Geographic Society (NGS) and advance its position as one of the world's most trusted non-profit organizations and global brands. Driven by the Society's vision to be more globally known for its impactful Explorer-led mission programs, the Division's creative and strategic minds develop strategic communications, marketing campaigns, creative, content and media to promote the Society's strategic plan and key priorities. The Division comprises five teams: Engagement and Marketing, Brand and Creative, Strategic Communications, Executive Communications and Content and Editorial. The Brand and Creative team is a dynamic and growing unit within the Communications division at NGS. The team oversees brand and creative strategy and brand management with the aim of expressing the brand through myriad formats and channels and zealously protecting the reputation of National Geographic. They also play a key role in working with corporate partners and vetting new strategic alliances to ensure they reflect National Geographic values. The team's collective work with internal and external teams compel audiences into action through captivating content, print, and in-person experiences. The Senior Graphic Designer will work closely with the Senior Director, Creative to envision and maintain the high level of brand standards of the Society as well as help execute both digital and print collateral for brand activations, events, experiences and campaigns that communicate our mission, build enthusiasm for the brand, highlight the work of our Explorers and compel people to act. The Senior Graphic Designer will work as part of the Brand and Creative team to develop effective, high quality materials for brand activations, marketing, communications, events and other experiences. This position will generate creative options and solutions quickly from concept to completion across multiple platforms. The position will coordinate across the Brand and Creative team with a variety of expertise, including brand management, conceptual design, photo editing, and others, in support of the team's deliverables. The Senior Graphic Designer will layout and produce finished pieces and ensure quality and on-time delivery. The position is responsible for collaborating closely with others to get feedback to improve and evolve work and routing work for approvals. The position will be well versed in the most current design and marketing trends, techniques and technologies. Your Impact Your Impact Responsibilities Include: Design Strategy & Development (30%)

• Serves as one of the design leads for assigned brand, marketing and communications graphics across all media platforms.
• Meet with primary stakeholders to plan and interpret content into designs that work to communicate thematic goals.
• Produces style guides, renderings and other materials for use in project visualizations and presentations.
• Collaborate with the Brand and Creative Team leadership to guide internal awareness of industry creative trends and brand standards with a strong focus on processes and tools.
• Have a firm understanding on the implementation of corporate style guides and the relevance of adhering to and enforcing established guidelines.
• Take part in brainstorming sessions to assist the visioning of top-level creative themes and messaging in support of NGS divisional goals and programs.
• Provide high-level design support for internal/external facing presentations for stakeholders and the Senior Leadership team (Powerpoint, Keynote, Google Slides).

Layout and Design (50%)

• Develop and iterate given creative direction into workable elements using sketches, illustrations, mockups, etc. Advise on and create design elements, typography, color and finishes.
• Take output from external talent and internal team members on writing, illustration, photo selection/shoots and other needs and integrate it into finished work.
• Collaborate with other members of creative teams across the Society to ensure a cohesive visual identity and maintain strong brand equity.
• Design digital marketing materials such as emails, templates, website designs and web banners; ability to code a plus.
• Provide the Communications division, as well as other divisions across the Society, with easy to use National Geographic branded templates.
• Support NGS HQ redesign, Base Camp project, as needed.

Project Management (20%)

• Management and supervision of a direct report including goal setting, project prioritization, and evaluations.
• Monitor project schedules, providing updates and feedback to project manager and stakeholders through email and our Wrike project management platforms. Maintains digital archival files and libraries of all produced and sample materials.

What You'll Bring Educational Background Bachelor's degree in a creative field or relevant field is preferred. Minimum Years and Type of Experience 5+ years of working on multi-platform marketing campaigns at an in-house agency, ad agency, or design firm. Necessary Knowledge and Skills

• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Figma).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Google Workspace.
• Working knowledge of web design, responsive design and email design.
• Experience working in both print and digital design and production processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and produce on tight deadlines while paying close attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively (oral and written) across a large, diverse group of professionals from educators, to scientists to fellow creatives.
• Creative thinker and curious learner, committed to iterative processes.
• Ability to take direction from senior level creatives and collaborate with a larger internal organizational creative community.

Desired Qualifications

• Digital marketing, animation, video editing, and Keynote/PowerPoint presentation skills are all a plus.
• Knowledge of motion graphics; proficiency in After Effects a plus.
• 1+ year of management experience supervising employee(s).

Supervision 1 direct report. Salary Information As a leading nonprofit organization, National Geographic Society offers competitive salary and total rewards to attract, develop, and retain an innovative and dynamic workforce. The salary range for this position starts at $76,000. Job Designation Hybrid - At the Society, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are Hybrid. Our Hybrid category requires that staff work at Base Camp two days each week: every Tuesday and Wednesday. Hybrid staff are also always welcome to come in additional days each week if they prefer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. W e encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the . We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.