Designer, NBC News & MSNBC Digital

Company Description

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Job Description

NBC News and MSNBC Digital are seeking a Designer to join our growing Art and Photo Department. The designer will work closely with editors, reporters, and art directors to visualize our stories and brand on nbcnews.com, msnbc.com and our digital platforms.

This position is represented by the News Guild – NY CWA.

Responsibilities:

• Producing conceptual, photo-heavy illustrations with Photoshop and Illustrator for inclusion in stories on nbcnews.com, msnbc.com, and our social platforms
• Designing templates and graphics for our social platforms, newsletters, and video thumbnails
• Selecting and editing images for inclusion in stories published on nbcnews.com, msnbc.com, and our social platforms
• Managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience producing, editing and working in design
• Portfolio that demonstrates an eye for storytelling, photography, concept, composition, illustration, color and typography
• Some familiarity with design systems and designing for a brand at scale 
• Able to work easily between multiple content and CMS types to publish work on deadline
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma
• Proven news judgment, high ethical standards and strong interpersonal skills
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be able to provide a portfolio of work examples — if available, include a web address when you submit your resume

Desired Qualifications:

• Flexibility and the ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects
• Must be self-motivated while maintaining a collaborative team orientation
• Strong candidates with equivalent experience and education may be considered

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $85,000 - $95,000.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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