Graphic Designer / Cartographer
Full-time RegularProfessional
Washington, DC, US
13 days agoRequisition ID: 1058
Summary
NFWF’s graphic designer/cartographer is responsible for producing and continually enhancing the Foundation’s print and interactive graphic communications, including maps, graphics and presentations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design print and digital communications for the Foundation as needed, including maps, infographics, fact sheets, reports, interactive graphics, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Manage and continually improve the Foundation’s mapping and graphics processes and assets across print and digital channels.
• Manage library of Foundation maps and collaborate between departments to establish and ensure consistency and accuracy for Foundation map-making.
• Working under the direction of the Creative Director and with the Communications Team, provide significant support for web site management and graphic materials to be used for online content generation, especially for social media channels.
• Manage and continually improve the Foundation’s mapping and graphics processes and assets across print and digital channels.
• Manage library of Foundation maps and collaborate between departments to establish and ensure consistency and accuracy for Foundation map-making.
• Working under the direction of the Creative Director and with the Communications Team, provide significant support for web site management and graphic materials to be used for online content generation, especially for social media channels.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, cartography, or visual communications from an accredited college or university or equivalent education/experience in the field required.
• Experience in professional visual communications spanning print and digital, with emphasis on map-making and infographics.
• Exceptional skill with and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite graphic design programs, especially Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Exceptional skill in using GIS mapping software (ESRI) and systems to render sophisticated, accurate and user-friendly maps and infographics.
• Exceptional graphic sense and intuitive understanding of design principles.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain core branding, in addition to enhancing when needed (such as map styles), while also remaining flexible for any new product design requests.
• Ability to communicate cartographic/GIS decisions across teams to ensure maps created are accurate and well-designed when working with multiple departments.
• Skill in interactive mapping (html, css, javascript), and general awareness of interactive mapping options that are currently available.
• Expertise in applying design principles to interactive maps and graphics.
• Ability and openness to learn new technologies or programming languages for design and mapping.
• Proficiency in using PowerPoint to create presentations.
• Proficiency in using Drupal to manage websites.
• Knowledge of web protocols and standards such as HTTP, XHTML, HTML5, XML, RSS, and CSS.
• Demonstrated success in supporting a large staff in a team-based environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Discipline to manage your own schedule in alignment with the team’s overall needs.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.
• Experience in professional visual communications spanning print and digital, with emphasis on map-making and infographics.
• Exceptional skill with and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite graphic design programs, especially Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Exceptional skill in using GIS mapping software (ESRI) and systems to render sophisticated, accurate and user-friendly maps and infographics.
• Exceptional graphic sense and intuitive understanding of design principles.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain core branding, in addition to enhancing when needed (such as map styles), while also remaining flexible for any new product design requests.
• Ability to communicate cartographic/GIS decisions across teams to ensure maps created are accurate and well-designed when working with multiple departments.
• Skill in interactive mapping (html, css, javascript), and general awareness of interactive mapping options that are currently available.
• Expertise in applying design principles to interactive maps and graphics.
• Ability and openness to learn new technologies or programming languages for design and mapping.
• Proficiency in using PowerPoint to create presentations.
• Proficiency in using Drupal to manage websites.
• Knowledge of web protocols and standards such as HTTP, XHTML, HTML5, XML, RSS, and CSS.
• Demonstrated success in supporting a large staff in a team-based environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Discipline to manage your own schedule in alignment with the team’s overall needs.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Washington, DC
Application Notes:
Please submit a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, and resume.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.
