Junior Graphic Designer

About the role

Catbird is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join our Art Department. Our team brings jewelry to life across various brand touchpoints including marketing, e-commerce, social media, packaging, print advertising, events, and stores.

Responsibilities

• Design email campaigns, digital marketing, and social media assets utilizing our extensive photo and illustration library
• Conceptualize and design animated banners, elements, and rich media content to engage customers
• Contribute to catbirdnyc.com - specialty landing pages, product pages, and mobile site with an eye for an elevated user experience
• Create, refresh, and maintain design templates and toolkits
• Organize and audit digital assets
• Support with print projects including packaging, advertising, and environmental design elements

Requirements

• 1-2 years design experience, preferably in an agency or brand setting
• A robust background in digital design with a focus on branding
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• A meticulous eye for detail and a passion for organization
• A sensibility for current social, design, and digital trends and best practices
• The ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A self-motivated attitude and a goal of going above and beyond
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally
• Familiarity with After Effects (plus)

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field
• Experience: 1-2 years of relevant design experience

Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• After Effects (plus)
• Strong understanding of hierarchy, typography, and color
• Current social, design, and digital trends and best practices
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally

Benefits

• Healthcare eligibility following 30 days of hire with 75% of the medical premium covered by Catbird
• Dental and vision coverage
• 15 vacation days and 7 sick days, plus an extra day off during the month of your birthday
• 401(k) with profit sharing and safe harbor contribution eligibility after one year of employment
• Professional Development Stipend: $200/year, plus other workshops and talks throughout the year
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks are 100% paid
• Catbird Giving Fund: A portion of all sales, year-round, are donated to nonprofits aligned with our core beliefs of equality and helping others
• Employee discount
• Pre-taxed MetroCards to save money on commuting
• Discounted Citi Bike Annual Membership
• Regular company-wide parties, brunches, and happy hours
• A warm, casual work environment where people can really be themselves

Pay

$50,000/year

Schedule

Full-time