Graphic Designer - New York City Campaign Finance Board : Job Details

BUSINESS TITLE: Graphic Designer

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE/LEVEL: CFB Analyst II

DEPARTMENT: Public Affairs

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

SALARY RANGE: $73,000-$80,000

POSITION STATUS: ☒ Full-Time

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED

Job ID: 689216

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ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN FINANCE BOARD

The New York City Campaign Finance Board manages New York City's small donor democracy program and educates and engages voters via NYC Votes. The CFB has enjoyed a tremendous arc of progress over its 30-year history, and our updated flagship small donor democracy program is the centerpiece of this progress.

We are dedicated to making New York City's local democracy more open, transparent, and equitable. You would be working with a team that is mission-driven and committed to continuous improvement.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Marketing and Digital Communications unit leads the top-level marketing and communications strategy for the CFB and creates the strategy behind all public-facing materials that directly engage and serve the needs of five million New Yorkers in thirteen languages.

JOB DESCRIPTION

If you're a skilled visual storyteller with a knack for creative problem solving, come join our team! This position would report to the Senior Art Director within the Marketing and Digital Communications Unit, creating print and digital materials to help boost civic participation in NYC. The ideal candidate would work well independently and alongside other collaborators, with an inclusive mindset and well-versed in accessible design. Please note, a portfolio of past work will be required for all applications.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Creating informational and outreach materials for voter education and engagement.
• Producing illustrations and infographics for social media and website graphics.
• Supports in the quality assurance (QA) and review of multi-lingual digital and out-of-home (OOH) assets for all seasonal ‘Get Out the Vote' (GOTV) campaigns
• Sharing creative ideas and collaborating with internal Design and Content teams, and external vendors.
• Researching and staying up to date on industry trends and techniques.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER BEHAVIORS (KSAOs)

We're seeking individuals eager to make an impact, even if they don't tick every box on our job description. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and the unique blend of lived experiences, non-traditional education pathways, practical know-how, and a variety of skills and abilities that each candidate brings to the table. If you're ready to learn and grow with us, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

KSAOs are attributes essential to perform a job.

Knowledge

• Advanced understanding of typography, layout, balance, and color.
• Knowledge of fundamental design standards (kerning, leading, rags, )
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with print production.
• Knowledge and experience in accessibility design.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communicator.

Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain flexible and calm while managing a high volume of work.
• Works well with others and collaborates respectfully and responsively with colleagues and external vendors, requesting support when needed.

Other

• At least 2 years of professional graphic design experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of language other than English preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Figma and Adobe After Effects.
• Experience with designing for multi-cultural and multi-lingual communities
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of trends on social media.
• Demonstrated interest in good government advocacy, public service, and money in politics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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A bachelor's degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by at least twelve-semester credits (or the equivalent of twelve-semester credits) in accounting, auditing, business or public administration, computer science, economics, finance, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related area of study and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in accounting, auditing (including compliance or investigative auditing), business or public administration, business analysis, computer science, database administration, economics, finance, fiscal or economic management or research, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related field; or

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in“1” above; or

Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above.

TO APPLY:

All applicants must apply through NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York

• Please search and apply to the job ID number listed above.
• Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.
• Note that only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The City of New York provides generous medical benefits (including dental and vision through respective unions or funds), retirement, tuition reimbursement, and additional ancillary benefits. CFB offers a flexible and hybrid work schedule, opportunities for career development, learning & development (leadership training and coaching), wellness programs, and much more!

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF.

The CFB is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you anticipate needing any type of reasonable accommodation to apply for an employment opportunity, please contact [email protected] or (212) ###-####.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.