New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)
Creative Design Manager
New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), Burbank, California, United States, 91520
Creative Design Manager
Agency: DEPT OF YOUTH & COMM DEV SRVSJob type: Full-timeLocation: MANHATTANTitle Classification: No exam requiredDepartment: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONSSalary range: $59,116.00 – $91,768.00Job Description
The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish.The Creative Design Manager will work within the Office of Strategic Communications. The preferred candidate will be excellent at creating eye-catching graphics for the agency’s internal and external systems and platforms, including but not limited to social media, website, IT systems, digital boards, collateral materials, logo designs, etc. The candidate should have the ability to create designs with excellent typography skills and a great sense of design that is impactful and conveys the intended message to the desired audience.Ensure that content is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible. Key Responsibilities:Lead the Strategic Communications team meetings.Design campaigns and ads for multiple internal stakeholders and the agency as a whole.Create web graphics.Design Social Media Graphics.Develop system graphics.Create landing pages.Develop email marketing collateral.Generate graphics for newsletters.Logo designs.Produce digital and online booklets.Assist in the design and layout of annual reports.Format files to AI, EPS, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF, etc.Create palm cards, flyers, step and repeat banners and interactive ads.Work with outside vendors and provide guidance on their proposed designs for materials they are contracted to generate.Design agency-wide PowerPoint decks and letterhead.Create background designs for virtual meetings.Create artwork & mockups for agency-wide merchandise.Create digital campaign ads to be displayed on multiple city-wide platforms, including LinkNYC and the MTA.Update Toolkits and Branding Guides.Oversee photo editing or retouching.Manage large print requests.Oversee the use of in-house cutting and mounting equipment.Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.Preferred Skills
At least 2-3 years experience creating graphics with an established portfolio. Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to oversee the completion of a wide variety of graphic/digital designs and proficiency in utilizing Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Acrobat), and MS Office applications. Knowledge of the digital printing process including optimizing print-ready files, fiery output, and using large format printers. Ability to ensure digital asset compliance with ADA requirements. Communicate ideas concisely to multiple stakeholders. Provide creative insight regarding layout, color palettes, possible print types and styles. Ability to take direction and feedback from various sources as needed, while maintaining a professional and positive attitude. Ability to manage the revision process in a timely manner. Must be a team player and have the ability to effectively collaborate as well as work autonomously.Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at
https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ .Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.Job ID
601863Title code
56058Civil service title
COMMUNITY COORDINATORTitle classification
Non-Competitive-5Business title
Creative Design ManagerExperience level
Experienced (non-manager)Number of positions
1Work location
2 Lafayette St., N.Y.Category
Constituent Services & Community Programs
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Agency: DEPT OF YOUTH & COMM DEV SRVSJob type: Full-timeLocation: MANHATTANTitle Classification: No exam requiredDepartment: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONSSalary range: $59,116.00 – $91,768.00Job Description
The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish.The Creative Design Manager will work within the Office of Strategic Communications. The preferred candidate will be excellent at creating eye-catching graphics for the agency’s internal and external systems and platforms, including but not limited to social media, website, IT systems, digital boards, collateral materials, logo designs, etc. The candidate should have the ability to create designs with excellent typography skills and a great sense of design that is impactful and conveys the intended message to the desired audience.Ensure that content is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible. Key Responsibilities:Lead the Strategic Communications team meetings.Design campaigns and ads for multiple internal stakeholders and the agency as a whole.Create web graphics.Design Social Media Graphics.Develop system graphics.Create landing pages.Develop email marketing collateral.Generate graphics for newsletters.Logo designs.Produce digital and online booklets.Assist in the design and layout of annual reports.Format files to AI, EPS, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF, etc.Create palm cards, flyers, step and repeat banners and interactive ads.Work with outside vendors and provide guidance on their proposed designs for materials they are contracted to generate.Design agency-wide PowerPoint decks and letterhead.Create background designs for virtual meetings.Create artwork & mockups for agency-wide merchandise.Create digital campaign ads to be displayed on multiple city-wide platforms, including LinkNYC and the MTA.Update Toolkits and Branding Guides.Oversee photo editing or retouching.Manage large print requests.Oversee the use of in-house cutting and mounting equipment.Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.Preferred Skills
At least 2-3 years experience creating graphics with an established portfolio. Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to oversee the completion of a wide variety of graphic/digital designs and proficiency in utilizing Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Acrobat), and MS Office applications. Knowledge of the digital printing process including optimizing print-ready files, fiery output, and using large format printers. Ability to ensure digital asset compliance with ADA requirements. Communicate ideas concisely to multiple stakeholders. Provide creative insight regarding layout, color palettes, possible print types and styles. Ability to take direction and feedback from various sources as needed, while maintaining a professional and positive attitude. Ability to manage the revision process in a timely manner. Must be a team player and have the ability to effectively collaborate as well as work autonomously.Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at
https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ .Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.Job ID
601863Title code
56058Civil service title
COMMUNITY COORDINATORTitle classification
Non-Competitive-5Business title
Creative Design ManagerExperience level
Experienced (non-manager)Number of positions
1Work location
2 Lafayette St., N.Y.Category
Constituent Services & Community Programs
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