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Zoological Society of San Diego

Senior Graphic Designer - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Zoological Society of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Senior Graphic Designer - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

1455 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA Req #3849

Thursday, February 27, 2025

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Senior Graphic Designer will work with the Design Manager and Creative Content Manager to create and maintain both traditional and digital deliverables. This position reports to the department Design Manager or Design Supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Provides the concept and design for multiple marketing collateral and interpretive signage.

Designs changes, corrections, and additions.

Works closely with the communications team to create engaging layouts.

Collaborates with internal and external departments.

Maintains multiple layouts for SDZWA JOURNAL magazine in printed and digital forms.

Understands publication workflow from design to prepress.

Directs photo and video shoots.

Works closely with creative content team.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

JOB EXPERIENCE

Experience and example would be four or more years of brand, print, and interactive redesigns

Design experience for a major publication

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree In Graphic Design, or equivalent specialized training

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Principles and how to effectively incorporate into page designs

Create, manage, and fulfill publication workflows

Meet multiple, overlapping deadlines

Be proficient in the use Adobe CS programs preferably InDesign

Use Adobe Digital Publication Suite (Adobe DPS)

Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Work effectively in a diverse team environment

Travel as needed

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Family Passes

Complimentary Tickets

Local and In-House Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Location: San Diego, CA

Position Type: Salaried Full -Time Exempt Position -

Salary Range: $71,200 to $78,760

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job posting should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience and skills. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Fraudulent Recruiting

Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mailsdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

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1455 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA