Crawford Group is hiring: Graphic Designer (NY-based) in New York

Crawford Group (www.crawfordgroup.com) is seeking a Graphic Designer to join our client's team in New York, NY. Looking for an exceptional Graphic Designer who exhibits superb problem-solving, design, concepting and production skills to tackle day-to-day assignments for Live Experiences events. Has experience working on a project from concept ideation to event production, working through a large queue of projects, moving work quickly and efficiently while also maintaining high-quality output. Will be responsible for the accuracy, quality, and development of final art files for print and digital deliverables based on existing toolkits. Must be able to effectively manage multiple active projects at once, meet tight deadlines and implement revisions thoroughly and within the time frame assigned. As a designer, one will also contribute to the broader creative vision of the team and work closely with the Creative Director, other designers, project managers, copywriters, and marketing managers to define and deliver exceptional event experiences. Experience working on live events experiences and marketing campaigns are what we are in search of. Portfolios of design work to demonstrate this experience are to be included with applications of interest! About Crawford Group. We are revolutionizing how marketing gets done! Crawford Group provides expert marketing, digital, creative, events, and communications talent solutions for marketers. Our customers want flexibility in their workforce solutions and need experts with the skills and capabilities to deliver on revenue and pipeline growth through marketing activities. At Crawford Group we believe in developing collaborative customer relationships to create the best talent solution for their marketing organization's needs. Responsibilities: Bring a strong and sophisticated sense of design, excellent typography skills, and a deep understanding of design principles Have impeccable attention to detail and passion for a job well done Independently and efficiently manage your workload, with help from project managers and project management systems (Asana) Develop and ideate concepts and bring the designs to life in production Bring experience in pitching ideas and speaking to the creative process Create, iterate, present, and deliver exceptional design solutions Work within a defined but dynamic and always evolving visual/brand system Design and edit templates such as brochures, reports, digital and printed materials, working closely with other designers who will oversee your work Complete quick edits to prior jobs Resize and adapt files to new specifications or media Create and update Microsoft Word and PowerPoint templates Develop social media assets for marketing promotions leading up to events Efficiently execute a high volume of sales collateral projects from start to finish in a fast-paced environment Accurately make editorial revisions from the client's and proofreader's annotated PDFs and raise concerns when needed Maintain and follow consistent server organization and file-naming conventions within existing structures and processes Organized communication skills when owning conversations with vendors and speaking to print substrates/ samples Experience proofing large scale print assets (press walls , step and repeats, wayfinding, dimensional logos, etc..) Developing detailed print proof decks and guides for on site installation/ implementation Critically thinking through multiple scales of printed graphics , small format assets all the way through to environmental application (both physical OOH and on digital content on screen) Timely presentation & deck design when needed Work on both PC and Mac platforms; design will be on the Mac Communicate and collaborate globally with other designers Be a proactive problem-solver and effective communicator Work alongside marketing stakeholders and address feedback in a timely and thoughtful manner Be cool under pressure, detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and able to multitask Qualifications: 5+ years experience in design concept, production and graphic design Graphic design experience working on marketing campaigns and live events experiences Expert knowledge of print production and digital pre-press processes Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), and Microsoft Office Experience in photographic selection, cropping, and minor retouching is essential Ability to mock up concepts for presentation, both digitally and physically Strong printing/pre-press skills with the ability to create and review file image quality, color space accuracy, and proper mechanical setup prior to releasing for final printing Experience with Asana is a plus Experience in Sketch, Sketch Up, and WordPress is a plus A portfolio that demonstrates excellent design production work (marketing campaigns, event architecture design, brochures, reports, digital assets, pre-press, color) Experience with working on in-person experiential events and marketing campaigns to promote and generate audience engagement leading up to the event Location: New York, NY (In office a minimum of 4 days per 5 day work week.) Duration: 9 month contract Rate: $45/hour, W-2 Non-Exempt consultant of Crawford Group; benefits available if eligible (Our hourly ranges are determined based on skills, experience and location) Committed to Diversity. We believe in approaching every interaction with honor, respect, and positive intent. Building diverse teams that foster creativity, innovative thinking, and opportunity for all. Ultimately, we know that our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience drives us all forward every day.