Graphic Designer

TPT has an immediate opening for a full-time Graphic Designer. This role will conceptualize and design visual elements for magazine, print, web, video, and other promotional materials that reflect the TPT strategy and brand. Publication/print design experience is essential. Our ideal candidate is a dynamic and versatile graphic designer who enjoys working in an engaging, creative, mission-driven environment.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

DESIGN (45% of time)

• Provide visual design and creative experiential thinking across print, web and video graphic projects that are inspiring, effective, and meet client needs. 
• Interpret needs, objectives, and direction from cross-functional teams to ensure design concepts meet TPT’s goals. 
• Convey ideas and design concepts utilizing storyboards, mood boards, concept treatments, and mock-ups. 
• Utilize graphic design skillset to create for multiple platforms, select appropriate file formats and maintain asset archival and retrieval. 
• Work directly with the Marketing & Communications Department to understand and implement TPT’s branding protocols. 
• Ability to interpret and design using both internal/external brand guides and maintain TPT's Brand & Style Guide. 
• Contribute to corporate productivity regularly by increasing expertise in design industry and PBS trends, and increased efficiency utilizing current design software and hardware. 
• Ensure designs meet TPT’s and PBS’s high technical standards.

MAGAZINE (35% of time)

• Primary designer for TPT’s monthly magazine which includes page layout, document design, graphic/infographic design, presentations, branding and print production.

COMMUNICATION (15% of time)

• Present highly professional image of TPT to all stakeholders, through verbal and written interactions. 
• Maintain collaborative relationships with clients and editors to ensure project objectives are translated into creative deliverables. 
• Communicate with clients so they understand the impact of TPT’s branding requirements on their projects. 
• Partner and collaborate with creative vendors as needed to meet deadlines and ensure quality.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED (5% of time)

• Participate as an active member of the Creative Services and Marketing Team. Contribute to shared goals and collaborate with colleagues on achievement of priorities.

Required Experience:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience in graphic design, visual communication, or related field. 
• 3 years of experience and advanced knowledge in Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. 
• 3 years of experience in creating high-end print publications with strong understanding of typography, print layout and print production. 
• 3 years of experience designing in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Preferred Experience:

• BA in Graphic Design. 
• 4-7 years of experience and advanced knowledge in Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. 
• 4-7 years of experience in creating high-end print publications, understanding typography, print layout and print production. 
• 4-7 years designing in Microsoft PowerPoint. 
• 6+ years of results driven graphic design experience. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of UX design for mobile a plus. 
• Photography skills a plus.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• The ability to create effective, high-quality relationships with internal and external clients. 
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Strong analytical skills. 
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communications skills. 
• The ability to work independently and motivate self to achieve success. 
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, OneDrive, Teams, Adobe Creative Cloud. 
• Strong focus on audience and end user needs. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced, time sensitive production environment. 
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with all team members. 
• Commitment to advancing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) priorities within the organization.

• Starting Salary: $60K - $68K Annually (Depending on qualifications)
• Hybrid workplace