Graphic Designer Job at Aquent in New York

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Client Location: New York, NY (Hybrid with only Thursdays onsite)

Starting: 01/02/2025

Salary/Pay Rate: $45-$50/hour

Firm, non-negotiable: Yes

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 12+ months with extension

Job Description:

Our well-known industrial client builds and maintains regulated energy delivery infrastructure to provide safe, reliable, resilient, and affordable energy that enables an equitable clean energy transition. They are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have advanced experience with Adobe Illustrator and proficiency in Adobe Photoshop. Familiarity with Workfront is a plus, as we use it to manage projects effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop visually engaging graphics for digital and print materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project objectives and ensure brand alignment.
• Create and maintain design templates for consistency across branding materials.
• Revise designs based on feedback to ensure high-quality output.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience (5-10+ years) in graphic design, particularly in creating illustrations.
• Advanced experience with Adobe Illustrator and proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Workfront or similar project management software is a plus.
• Strong portfolio showcasing previous design work and creative skills, specifically marketing email and print collateral layout design, typography, icon development, and infographic illustration.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $45 - $50/hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match (if applicable).

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description:

Founded in 1823, this client operates one of the world’s largest energy delivery systems, and provides electric, gas, and steam services for 10 million people in the Greater New York region. You read that right, 10 million! With the goal of providing cleaner and more efficient energy choices, they are always looking toward the future and exploring innovating ways to take advantage of developing technologies that better serve consumer needs. As a leader in the industry, they listen to consumer needs and are working to provide more control over when and how power is used. Innovative and creative? We love that!

The company culture? Award winning! Our client fosters an empowering and inclusive workplace culture with over 15,000 employees who make all the difference in the company. Our client has received top accolades for their continued diversity efforts and unique opportunities for women in the field. Each opportunity with this client is exciting, while they are already amazing, your digital expertise can help make them extraordinary! Your creative passion, fresh perspectives, and commitment to learning will help drive a seamless customer experience. You will gain new skills (and perfect your current ones), partner with some of the worlds smartest individuals, expand your portfolio and update your resume for the next opportunity. Apply today to see what exciting opportunities we have waiting for you!