Manager of Graphic Design

Position Summary

The Manager of Graphic Design provides project and design leadership under the supervision of the department Director. This position requires the capacity for sophisticated design and strong time and task management skills. An extensive background in graphic design, knowledge of office systems, and strong ability to deliver excellent customer service and interact effectively with the organization's employees, and vendors is required.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family!
• 22 Days Off Each Year! 
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), 
• Summer Hours Off (Friday afternoons off)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace leave
• Mileage reimbursement 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Manager of Graphic Design will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies.
• Under the guidance of the Director of Design, Content & Technical Writing, creates original and consistent visual design media that communicate messaging in alignment with the organization's brand standards and our mission, vision, and values.
• Collaboratively works to produce templates and completed media projects for internal and external marketing for programming and networking.
• Prepares drafts of design work, provides proofs for review, and revises projects as necessary based on a collaborative feedback process.
• Consults with subject matter experts for content edits.
• Prepares print orders and assembly instructions on notification of final approval.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments in online marketing.
• Contributes to the organization's web presence through social media, email, web advertising, and other online sources.
• Provides backup coverage for the Senior Director of social media as needed.
• Promotes the organization's brand through media channels with consistent content messaging.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree in art, graphic design, or relevant field of study is required.
• Must be able to produce a recent portfolio.
• 4-5 years of work experience in a design-specific position using InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop is required.
• Experience in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere is a plus.
• Strong writing and design skills are required.
• Advanced skill set in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Advanced skillset using Adobe Creative Suite.

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Enthusiastic self-starter.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Works well independently and as a team member.
• Takes direction well.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

Who We Are:

We have been serving communities and clients since 1978. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four different areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and we are dedicated, as your employer to provide you with support to do just that. We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.