Associate Art Director (Temp)

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Associate Art Director (Temp)

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Berlin Rosen

Job description

ABOUT BERLINROSEN

BerlinRosen is a fast-growing, full-service consulting and communications firm with more than 300 communications and campaign strategists in New York, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. Since its founding in 2005, BerlinRosen has powerfully expanded its presence in corporate, social impact/ESG, nonprofit, entertainment, media, racial justice, healthcare, hospitality, real estate, architecture, design, urbanism, land use, lifestyle, technology, issue advocacy and workers’ rights communications. We have received more than 50 awards and recognitions, including being the only agency to be named , r (2023; 2021), (2023) and list.

Beginning in 2022, we’ve established partnerships with , , , and , further integrating our agency and communications network while expanding our reach in DEI consulting and the consumer, lifestyle, real estate, hospitality and technology sectors.

People of color, people with disabilities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. BerlinRosen is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN AND CREATIVE SERVICES TEAM

The Campaign and Creative Services Team works with Democratic candidates and progressive organizations at the forefront of the nation’s most pressing issues. Our team of experienced political strategists, creatives, ad-makers, branding experts and data analysts combine television, direct mail, digital ads and political strategy with data-driven analysis to help our clients develop sophisticated campaigns that are delivered to the right people.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

BerlinRosen is seeking an Associate Art Director to join the Campaign & Creative Services (CCS) team as we staff up for the 2024 election season. You should have natural talent and an interest in politics with the ability to translate abstract messages into direct mail, canvassing literature, digital/social media ads and other creative products.

Role duration: This is a temporary, full-time temporary position that will run from February 2024 through October 31, 2024.

Role location: Ideally, candidates are based near our New York, N.Y. office, though remote candidates in the United States will still be considered.

ACCOUNTABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

As our Associate Art Director on the CCS team, you will…

• Work with the Creative Director and account team members to concept, design and execute multiple campaigns simultaneously
• Be responsible for all aspects of design, from planning out concepts to layouts and providing instructions to illustrators and photographers for direct mail and campaign materials
• Ensure visual designs adhere to project requirements, objectives and timelines, upholding brand standards across all projects with a keen eye for typography, graphic design and illustration
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects for yourself and graphic designers to meet deadlines
• Provide feedback and direction to designers and mentor team members to grow their skills
• Interpret complex ideas into visual narratives and brainstorming strategies with senior team members
• Direct photoshoots when possible

Essential skills:

• 5+ years experience with design (including print) and art direction in an agency setting (or comparable environment)
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends during peak periods
• Conceptual thinking and hands-on design skills
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment and work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented, efficient, organized, highly productive and collaborative approach to work with strong time management skills
• Expert knowledge of typography, color, layout, production and other design principles
• Adaptability in changing your design aesthetic and approach to fit a variety of campaigns and audiences within tight deadlines
• Can adapt under pressure and quickly pivot priorities to meet last-minute deadlines
• Well-versed in every step of design, and skilled at interpreting complex ideas visually through color, photography and typography

Preferred skills:

• Editorial design experience
• Political campaign design experience

Note: Interested in this role but it’s not quite the right match? Applicants who meet some but not all or exceed the above criteria are still encouraged to apply! We are eager to speak with candidates with diverse backgrounds and can assess role leveling on an individual basis.

WORKING AT BERLINROSEN

Compensation philosophy: BerlinRosen offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels.

The salary (prorated) for this role is $90,000.

Benefits:

• 100% coverage of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance monthly premiums
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account Savings Plan (HSA-SP) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Mental health assistance with company-sponsored memberships to

and * 401K with a 4% employer match and no vesting period

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• 20 vacation days, 10 wellness days, 1 day for your birthday, collective PTO between Christmas and New Year’s Day, plus 11 holidays
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Mobile phone reimbursement for data and minutes
• Employer-funded life insurance
• Discounted annual bikeshare membership
• Corporate discounts through

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$90000 per year

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New York City, NY – Washington DC

Job date

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:06:06 GMT

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