Graphic Designer

Description

ABOUT MKG

Founded in 2003, MKG is a women-led creative agency specializing in brand experience. From moments to movements, our work breaks through culture by connecting brands with their people. We’re obsessively curious problem solvers who humanize brands through creative storytelling, purpose-driven engagement, beautiful design and impeccable production. We’re proud to be long-standing partners to brands like Google, Target, Netflix, Meta, HBO, Delta Air Lines, Béis and Spotify and have offices in NYC and LA, but work everywhere else, too.

WORKING AT MKG

We're in the business of experience. We aim to create incredible experiences for everyone – that includes consumers, our clients, and our teammates as well. We care deeply about the journey just as much as the final product. So while you’ll be working hard to check all the details (twice) to make sure the work is flawless, you’ll be shoulder to shoulder with some of the brightest, most compassionate and collaborative people in the industry. 

We have offices in NYC and LA. Candidates should be within commuting distance of either office and will need to be available for in-person collaboration on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

This position will begin with a four month short term position before converting to full time.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

MKG is looking for a talented and versatile Graphic Designer who demonstrates excitement for working across a variety of execution types as well as a persistent curiosity of new mediums and methods to try. As a creative agency specializing in brand action, each project we take on is totally different from the next. With that, graphic scopes encompass a wide range of 2D needs, both physical and digital.

WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THIS ROLE:

• Collaborate and communicate closely with creative, production, and account teams to bring ideas from concept to execution.
• Concept, design, and execute visual identity systems and graphic directions for campaigns and experiential activations.
• Design both large and small format printed graphics for live experiences such as large brand moments, step and repeats, signage and wayfinding, menus, branded collateral, swag, vehicle wraps, OOH campaigns, etc
• Design digital assets that support campaigns and live experiences such as microsites, interactive interfaces, social assets, storyboards for motion graphics and content supers, etc. 
• Design effective proposal decks and presentation materials to help sell ideas and bring concepts to life.
• Successfully generate supporting visuals and mockups using AI and/or other efficient and effective tools.
• Support internal marketing initiatives with creative assets that showcase the agency’s work and culture.
• Partner with print vendors and to ensure designs are within graphics budget, prepared correctly for print and produced at the quality required.
• Be present on-site for activations to oversee and direct graphic installers and support with other installation efforts as needed. 
• Manage multiple projects at once while maintaining a high level of quality, consistency, attention to detail, organization and positive team vibes.
• BONUS CAPABILITY (not mandatory): Produce motion graphic assets that enhance visual storytelling.

Requirements

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THIS ROLE: 

Given the nature of experiential work, this role may require occasional travel and flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as business needs arise

• 2–5 years of experience in graphic design (ideally print and digital), preferably with time spent in experiential or environmental graphic design.
• A degree in Graphic Design, Communications Design, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Passion for design and curiosity to stay current with industry / culture / design trends and emerging tools.
• Experience developing and maintaining brand identities and guidelines.
• Strong eye for typography, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.
• The ability to present and articulate ideas clearly and effectively, both to internal and external teams
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence to speak up and show up authentically, sharing ideas and your own perspective. 
• Experience with print production processes.
• Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Proficiency in presentation tools (Google Slides and/or PowerPoint).
• Illustration skills are a big plus, but not required.
• Basic working knowledge of motion graphics or animation tools (After Effects or similar) is a plus.

Salary Description

$75,000 - $90,000 annually

***This is the minimum + maximum base salary that we, in good faith, are willing to pay at the time of the posting. Salary commensurate with experience