New Graphic Designer Position - Waltham, MA

[Catherine Hodsdon]

Graphic Designer - Waltham, MA

617MediaGroup, New England’s fastest growing progressive communications firm, is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our growing team. This full-time position is based at our Waltham, MA headquarters.

Who we are:

Veteran campaigners, communicators, designers, strategists, storytellers, web developers, and true-believers. We love what we do. We’re results-driven. And we only work with clients we believe in.

What we do:

We move public opinion. We win tough fights. We tell stories simply, and with maximum impact. We offer comprehensive communication services: from earned media to paid, and social media to owned content. Copy and design. We do it all.

Who you are:

• A hungry, go-getter with superior quality graphic and web design skills.
• An effective multi-tasker with a positive and can-do attitude towards work, clients, and colleagues.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• You are eager to make a difference for the public good.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting a wide range of social justice and workers’ rights initiatives with eye-catching materials
• Conceptualizing visuals based on client campaign needs
• Designing a variety of campaign collateral, such as posters, banners, flyers, social media graphics, print and web ads, magazines, t-shirts, and more. 
• Developing polished Wordpress websites and landing pages based on client briefs or agency requirements with user-friendly design and clear navigation. 
• Producing reports on key campaigns including compendiums of visuals and ads.
• Being available during standard business hours and sometimes beyond business hours when deadlines or urgent projects necessitate. 

What we value:

• The peace of mind that comes with fully-paid healthcare premiums.
• Industry-leading benefits, including industry-leading paid time off.
• Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply to join our growing team.

Your experience:

• 2-3 years of professional graphic design experience; agency experience a plus, but not required.
• Experience with design software and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to create concepts, designs, and layouts for large scale graphics.
• Proficiency in social media, web design, and photoshop. 
• Experience with web design and creating user-friendly Wordpress websites. 
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• History of overseeing multimedia and/or graphic design projects strongly preferred.
• Effective at solving problems, whether taking charge independently or working with a team.

How to apply:

Please send resume and portfolio to design617...@gmail.com.