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Carnegie Corporation of New York · 3 months ago

Designer, Multimedia & Visual Communication

New York, New York, New York, NY, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$94K/yr - $105K/yr

5+ years exp

Carnegie Corporation of New York—a leader in philanthropy since 1911—is seeking a highly skilled Designer with a strong foundation in multimedia production and visual storytelling. This role blends hands-on design execution with strategic creative thinking to advance the Corporation’s mission through compelling, emotionally resonant, and visually impactful content.

Education

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Translate abstract concepts into clear, accessible, and emotionally compelling visual narratives

Create and produce best-in-class print, digital, and multimedia content (and photography), including:

Print of various types

Motion graphics and animations

Short-form videos and interviews

Infographics and data visualizations

Branded content and storytelling assets for web and social platforms

Lead and manage projects, with a strong focus on multimedia, from ideation through delivery, collaborating with writers, illustrators, photographers, videographers, and editors—both internal and external

Serve as a senior steward of the Corporation’s visual identity across print, digital and event-related platforms, including ownership of assets for YouTube channel

Design cohesive materials across print and digital, social media, newsletters, presentations, reports, invitations, and exhibition visuals

Contribute to the ongoing evolution and implementation of brand guidelines and design systems

Work closely with a cross-functional creative team, including writers, editors, artists, and the Principal Director, Creative Services, to ensure consistency and excellence across projects

Collaborate with the social media lead to develop and adapt content across social channels

Provide design leadership on key projects, including concept development, stakeholder engagement, and production oversight

Assist in maintaining the Corporation’s content management and digital asset systems

Manage print and multimedia workflows end-to-end, including pre-production planning, video recording, editing, and post-production

Ensure all design assets are optimized for responsive platforms and accessibility

Stay current with new tools, technologies, and creative trends to help the team remain at the forefront of design innovation

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteMultimedia productionVisual storytellingVideo productionBrandingIdentityContent optimizationAccessibility standardsHTML/CSS/JavaScriptContent management systemsCollaborationProject management

Required

5+ years of professional experience in design and multimedia (agency, nonprofit, or philanthropic sectors preferred)

Bachelor's degree in design, visual communications, multimedia, filmmaking, or related field. Design school background a plus

Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of print, multimedia, and visual storytelling projects

Deep experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere, etc.)

Proficiency in video production and editing; experience recording interviews or live events

Strong understanding of branding and identity systems and knowledge of social media best practices

Ability to optimize content across print, digital, and social channels to ensure consistency and impact

Collaborative, self-directed, and able to work comfortably with a wide range of creative and professional personalities

Ability to work onsite 4 days per week

Preferred

Familiarity with content management systems (WordPress)

Understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript and responsive design principles

Experience producing digital content for philanthropic, nonprofit, or policy-focused audiences

Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design standards

Benefits

Employee paid health insurance, including medical, dental, life, and short-term disability, plus a substantial contribution to a retirement plan account, robust wellness program, and a generous paid time off program.

Corporate discounts.