We are looking for a talented graphic designer who is capable of bringing a brand-focused perspective to the visual world of Urbanspace from original concepts for brand initiatives, customer experience design, environmental / signage, logo development, website type and layout direction, marketing and brand collateral, events, corporate documents and more. You will be part of building and evolving the Urbanspace brand across multiple platforms, including: digital, print, photo, video.
Urbanspace cultivates experiences and creates marketplaces. Our community is made up of creative and inspiring entrepreneurs and curious and vibrant customers - we strive to bring them compelling, unique experiences and design is an integral part of this. We are a fast growing and innovative team based in downtown NYC not far from Union Square.
Responsibilities;
This role works in collaboration and reports to the Chief Creative and Marketing Officer to:
Concept innovative design while remaining true to the brand strategy and identity.
Ensure excellence in all designed work that maintains company brand standards are met and are consistent.
Develop and execute original concepts for brand initiatives, environmental / signage, logo development, site design and content (emails, homepages, landing pages, etc.)
Partner with Marketing and PR teams to create collateral marketing materials for brand campaigns including mailers, brochures, newsletters, point of purchase display, press kits, invitations, and related collateral.
Translate the brand experience and vendor branding in our creative market spaces into living, breathing experiences.
Partner and collaborate with the Interior Designer / Market Architect (Markitect) to bring vendor spaces to life.
Overall project management; can manage budgets and schedules that meet objectives and deadlines.
You:
Are obsessed with typography and great design. You know that great design can change the world and make businesses thrive.
Know that the magic is in the detail
Have experience in design, execution and production of diverse graphic projects: print, environmental, and digital
Are an excellent communicator with strong verbal and written communication skills. You can present and articulate conceptual ideas and design rationale clearly and concisely.
Understand that building relationships is the foundation of success with team members and cross functional partners.
Are a leader with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and with brand partners.
Can multi-task and are adept at juggling a variety of projects with varying deadlines in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
Like to seize opportunity - you are a do'er, you take initiative and are a proactive problem solver and see challenges as part of the creative process
Understand feedback is part of the design process when working through revisions.
Are curious and are always seeking knowledge in design and art and up to date on current trends.
Have a love of food and markets is a big plus- it's the center of everything we do (someones got to do it!)
Qualification and Skills:
5-8 years working in the expanded field of graphic design
College degree in Creative Arts, Art Director, Design or related field
Excellent skills in InDesign, PhotoShop, and Illustrator; after Effects and Font Lab are advantageous
Excellent typography and layout design skills.
Experience with animation, illustration, photography, and video is a plus.
Solid skills in preparation for diverse forms of production and materials
Please apply with your portfolio or examples of work (one single PDF document please). Please include multiple examples of past work in a variety of different areas and mediums.
Check us out: http://urbanspacenyc.com/
Please apply at urbanspace.breezy.hr
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WHAT WE DO
Urbanspace makes markets. We cultivate environments rich in creativity - places where local makers collaborate, exchange ideas, and showcase their wares. Fostering community by transforming city spaces, we are motivated to provide the platforms on which artisans and entrepreneurs succeed.
HOW WE DO IT
We pack the year with an exciting roster of markets, each featuring an ever-changing lineup of chefs, artisans and makers. We build our markets in the most vibrant thoroughfares of New York City, bringing a dynamic array of food and design to unexpected public venues. Our brick and mortar food hall, Urbanspace Vanderbilt, offers a year-round foodie destination featuring 20+ chef-driven concepts within a truly iconic New York space. We have 7 pop-up markets, including Madison Square Eats, Holiday Shops at Bryant Park, Union Square Holiday Market. Our next food hall is set to open at 570 Lexington in late 2017.
