The Position
NewCities is looking for a creative passionate person to join its communications team. Reporting to the Manager of Communications and Media Relations, the Web and Graphic Designer will be responsible for designing engaging, and on-brand assets for a variety of media; such as web & social, brochures, presentations, (virtual) events materials, while following/establishing processes, and assisting the communications team.
Key responsibilities:
Graphic Design:
Contribute to the development of a strong, innovative and well-defined graphic design language for the organization brand,
Working across a range of media disciplines to design all visual branding and marketing material for NewCities initiatives and events (including: logos, event branding, printed and electronic booklets, brochures, presentations, newsletter, videos and animations).
Interest for video production and editing
Research and remain abreast of developments and trends in graphic design and present innovative ideas for the team to consider
Web:
Managing the daily updating and troubleshooting of the NewCities website and other event websites
Maintaining the security of all NewCities websites and email accounts
Managing the design and publishing of the NewCities thought leadership editorial: the Big Picture
Designing and building new web pages, web platforms, and newsletters
Monitoring and reporting analytics
Profile we are looking for:
Educated to degree level in Graphic Design, or related field
2-3 years work experience in a Graphic & Web design position
An outstanding portfolio to demonstrate key skills
Advanced knowledge of vector graphic softwares (Adobe Suite or Sketch, Figma, Canva)
Extensive experience of using content management systems within dynamic and evolving environments; including experience of using WordPress, HTML and Filezilla or other FTP application, with an in-depth understanding of coding, plugins & widgets
Comfortable with Mailchimp or other newsletter tools; Knowledge of G Suite
Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
Look at aesthetics with an analytical eye and have a sharp sense of details
Proficient in English. French is a plus.
Advantages
Salary based on experience
Access to NewCities’ health and dental insurance
Generous vacation policy
Aimed start date: in October 2020
Please send your CV and portfolio (in english) to eve.gesbert@newcities.org with ‘Web and Graphic Designer’ in the subject line by September 25, 2020.