Part-time Graphic Design job

We have a new part-time position open at CUNY Citizenship Now! We are looking for a part-time graphic designer. Please see requirements below:
Location: CUNY Citizenship Now!’s Central Administrative Office, 101 W. 31st Street, New York, NY 10001
Hours: 19 hours per week during regular business hours (Monday– Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Compensation: $20/ hour
Job Description: CUNY Citizenship Now! is looking for a creative individual to support the communications team by developing digital and print jobs. The graphic designer will be able to take direction, be self-motivated, have strong organization skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support production of legal office documents for use in provision of services to immigrants including forms, fact sheets, screening tools and checklists.
  • Interact with other units and vendors to see a project through to completion and ensure jobs are delivered/published on time.
  • Collaborate with other staff members to produce brochures, flyers, booklets, handouts, presentations, posters, signs, giveaways and training materials.
  • Produce materials (both copy and visuals) for social media.
  • Assist in creation of emails using ConstantContact.
  • Work with legal staff and other units to ensure internal and external documents remain up-to-date.
  • Contribute to work of communications department as needed.
  • Other duties as required by position.

Core Competencies and Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in Graphic Design or closely related field.
  • Working experience with Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop).
  • Familiarity with HTML, CSS and video editing a plus.
  • Working experience with Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel.
  • Knowledge of print production and of best practices in creating digital files for print and web.
  • Familiarity with mail marketing services such as ConstantContact.
  • Demonstrates creativity and attention to detail from concept to final production.
  • Ability to manage shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
  • Self-motivated with an interest in immigration issues.
  • Strong writing skills a plus.
  • Familiarity with Quark Express a plus.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume and link to porfolio to
Leonela Startseva at [email protected]. The subject line should read:Graphic Designer.