Production Designer

About the role

The role is responsible for production of a wide range of digital assets—including video—that adhere to FP brand guidelines and those of its partner divisions. You’ll support our three-person team to cut and edit video clips, produce layouts in our CMS, and create associated digital materials.

Responsibilities

• Video production: Creation of video clips optimized for social media audiences, following and maintaining templates, and implementing platform best practices.
• Content production: Flowing and formatting text, images, and graphics in our CMS and converting that into associated collateral.
• Digital asset production: Creation and iteration of materials across platforms, optimizing digital assets for use on our site, in ad positions, and in branded social media.
• Photo and video research: Sourcing and organization of imagery to support visual communication across disciplines.

Requirements

• One year of professional experience at a media company preferred, but a recent graduate with strong internships will be considered.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite products (especially Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat).
• A strong portfolio showcasing a mix of creative asset production with clear use of typographical hierarchy and logic while adhering to brand guidelines.
• Clear communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to parse and translate complicated information into understandable concepts and reader-friendly visuals.
• An ability to learn new technologies and thoughtfully experiment with AI tools to streamline processes.
• The ability to work in the U.S. without a sponsor visa.

Qualifications

• Nice to have Adobe After Effects or work samples that relay visual ideas through movement.
• A background or interest in geopolitics.

Skills

• Quick and clear communication.
• Proactive problem-solving.
• Project management.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new technologies.

Benefits

Foreign Policy offers a comprehensive benefits program that gives eligible employees the flexibility to choose the right benefits for themselves and their families. There are three subsidized medical plans, a vision plan, and two dental plans, provided by Aetna, which can be paired with flexible spending accounts. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Pay

Salary range: $65,000-$70,000

Schedule

This is a remote-eligible position with preference for those based in Washington, D.C., New York, or Seattle.