Catbird is Hiring a Senior Graphic Designer (Brooklyn, NY)

Catbird

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In addition to working with some of the world’s most exciting jewelry designers, we design and manufacture our own Catbird line. Our mission is to make beautiful, sparkling jewelry that will bring you joy now through forever. We believe that even very special jewelry can be worn everyday. Our jewelry is made in our Brooklyn studio with ethically sourced gold and all stones are conflict-free. Catbird is a proud member of the CFDA, is certified Made in New York™ and is a member of No Dirty Gold.

Currently hiring a full time Senior Graphic Designer. You would be working directly with our Chief Creative Officer to translate their vision for Catbird into an elevated, elegant, vibrant visual direction. This person functions not only as a very hands-on designer but also manages our in-house art department (photographer and two graphic designers), works closely with the rest of our teams, and is an essential part of our creative team.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 6+ years in the graphics field, ideally 1+ yrs managing people with an interest in growing as a manager

  • Great at working collaboratively, as well as taking initiative

  • Creative, inspired open, nimble thinker but also amenable to working inside the brand

  • Highly organized in order to keep track of projects, and a department

  • Eager and excited to try new things

  • Has a strong understanding of web design and usability

  • Really good at giving and receiving feedback, and not letting your ego get in the way of projects

  • Experience on set and in post-production, prop styling a plus

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Partner with the CCO to maintain and nurture the brand's creative standards and visual identity

  • Manage our art department, source and manage freelancers and contractors where necessary

  • Collaborate with marketing on digital assets, advertising, mailers

  • Concepting campaigns for holidays, special projects, new releases, collaborations, etc

  • Planning and designing shoots and seasonal advertising campaigns (digital, OOH)

  • Owns branding, photography (with in-house photographer), collateral materials

  • Develop and nurtures photography language through the brand lens that perform across multiple platforms

  • Oversee projects include packaging, print and environmental design

Please submit resume, cover letter and portfolio. Compensation range is $80-90,000 plus bonus.

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