Designer, Creative Services -Marketing & Media
Department

David H. Koch Theater & New York City Ballet

Lincoln Center, New York City

New York City Ballet is one of the foremost
dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular dancers
and an unparalleled repertory. Founded in 1948 by George Balanchine
and Lincoln Kirstein, New York City Ballet quickly became
world-renowned for its athletic and contemporary style. Widely
acknowledged for its enduring contributions to dance, New York City
Ballet is committed to promoting creative excellence and nurturing
a new generation of dancers and choreographers. The School of
American Ballet is the official training academy of the New York
City Ballet.

The Designer, Creative Services is responsible
for working on the development and execution of institutional and
seasonal communications, both traditional and digital, in support
of the artistic and promotional activities of the Company. The
position reports to the Director, Creative Services, and will play
role in creating effective campaigns for multiple departments
within the institution while maintaining and stewarding the
brand.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Concept and execution of various print and digital design
  projects including but not limited to publications,
  collateral/brochures, assets for social media, posters, signage,
  logos, print/outdoor/digital advertising, email, merchandise, and
  environmental graphics


• Work creatively within the NYCB brand guidelines to create
  compelling and effective communications at the highest quality and
  in a timely manner


• Provide various approaches to creative challenges, both
  standard and out-of-the-box


• Present and work with ideas that can build across channels in
  various mediums


• Uphold the integrity of, and help build and promote the NYCB
  brand


• Maintain an awareness of workflow and deadlines


• Keep abreast of latest design trends


• Archive printed and digital materials for rapid location and
  retrieval


• Assist with other departmental activities as needed

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of proven graphic design
  experience


• Comprehensive knowledge of graphic design principals,
  typographic, promotional and editorial design, and a wide variety
  of media and production methods required


• Must be versed in print and web design with light HTML5 / CSS
  required; knowledge of the Wordfly platform and sone UI/UX
  experience a plus


• Proficient with InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator required,
  other software in the Adobe Creative Cloud such as After Effects a
  plus


• Ability to understand and work within brand guidelines


• Must have an interest and working knowledge of social media
  platforms and best practices


• Ability to problem solve and deliver within a nimble, deadline
  driven environment


• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong communication,
  organizational, project management, and multi-tasking skills


• Knowledge of conventional and digital print processes, print
  production, and file preparation, with some press check
  experience


• Some retouching skills preferred, photographic skills a
  plus


• Reliable and self-motivated, while working collaboratively as
  part of a team


• Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and
  weekends


• A demonstrated interest in arts/culture, knowledge of ballet
  and/or NYCB a plus

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt
position.

The hours of work are typically between 10 AM and 6 PM
weekdays;

additional hours may be required on department
need.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position the employee is
frequently exposed to:

• Office setting

NOTE: New York City Ballet has a vaccine policy
that requires all employees to provide proof of vaccination against
COVID-19. A medical or religious exemption to this policy may be
granted if a reasonable accommodation exists that will enable the
employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Exemptions
or reasonable accommodations are not guaranteed.

We Offer

• Compensation to match your experience and qualifications


• A competitive benefits package including health and dental
  insurance


• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  Programs


• Generous paid time off policy including holidays, floating
  holidays/personal days, sick and vacation time


• A new hybrid in-office/remote work pilot program, for positions
  that qualify, beginning Fall 2021.

You Bring

• Highest moral character and integrity


• Enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive attitude


• Flexibility and dependability


• A collaborative, team-oriented work ethic

Employment is subject to the completion of due-diligence
inquiries, including a background check which will take place after
a conditional offer is made.

Interested, qualified candidates may apply by forwarding
their resume and salary requirements to:

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with "Designer, Creative Services" in the subject
line.

No Phone Calls, Please.

New York City Ballet is an equal opportunity
employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all
aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are
encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard
to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, creed, genetic
predisposition or carrier status, military status or veteran
status, status as a victim of domestic violence, unemployment
status, familial status, sexual violence or stalking victim status,
caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to extent required by
applicable law, credit history or any other characteristic
protected by law.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and
Inclusion

New York City Ballet, one of the foremost ballet companies in
the world, pursues the highest levels of artistic excellence and
innovation. Therefore, we seek to attract, retain, and cultivate
the most talented dancers, musicians, designers, stage technicians,
and arts administrators. To this end, we are deeply committed to
creating and sustaining an organizational culture that values
diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are inspired by our founders,
George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, who envisioned an
authentically American expression of ballet with a company that
reflects the rich cultural diversity of this nation. In pursuit of
their vision, we are committed to educating, developing, and
supporting an organization that embodies diversity in its many
forms.

For more information about our commitment to diversity,
equity and inclusion, please visit:

https://www.nycballet.com/about-us/commitment-to-diversity-equity-and-inclusion

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