WE WANT YOU TO

• have 5+ years of solid design experience in both print and web
• demonstrate a solid understanding of working within established brand standards and the ability to move easily between brands
• have experience building a brand from conception through execution
•  have 2-3 proven examples of thinking strategically about design
• have experience creating dynamic PPT presentations that demonstrate a strong ability to synthesize and articulate complex ideas through visual storytelling
• demonstrate strong layout and design skills (long-format publications, one-sheeters, etc.)
• have 2-3 examples of proficiency creating vector graphics (infographics, icons, etc.)
• be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, XD primarily), with a basic understanding of CSS/HTML (the digital landscape), any proficiency in AfterEffects or PremierPro a plus
• demonstrate expertise in print production (gathering quotes, selecting paper, various print techniques, etc.)
• be fast-working, well-spoken, professional, dependable, and highly-collaborative 

WE WANT YOU TO

• Be a strong and proven brand writer with at least 5+ years of experience developing core messaging, unique value propositions and big ideas that shape how organizations communicate in the world.
• Have most of your experience in one or more of the following: start-ups, B2B industries, social impact organizations versus B2C and traditional advertising.  
• Be good at conducting research, from developing thoughtful parameters with which to explore a community, demographic, industry, topic or area to applying creative approaches to uncovering insights that strategically inform writing and strategy.
• Have experience communicating with diverse audiences, understand the value of inclusion and have experience working on projects that focus on diverse demographics and lifestyles.
• Excel at using presentations, i.e. Powerpoint or Keynote, to tell stories.
• Understand and be an advocate for the importance of branding with purpose in a rapidly-evolving, low trust climate.
• Be affable, confident and engaging, but humble and approachable.
• Have worked in a small company and/or a small team in a large company and prefer it.
• Have a keen and recognizable ability to listen, absorb and make sense of all types of business and cultural dynamics.
• Thrive in a fluid and ever-changing environment—navigating various projects, deadlines and people in any given day.
• Be ever curious, about yourself, others and the world around you.
• Be looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and challenge yourself.

SO YOU CAN

• Develop clear value propositions and core messaging that strategically define ideas, brands and initiatives.
• Develop names for new products, companies, events and campaigns.
• Write compelling, authentic and confident copy for presentations, print collateral, digital media, brand guidelines and videos.
• Edit and proof copy with 99% accuracy on-the-fly from strategic internal documents, reports, collateral and presentations.
• Clearly and effectively communicate on the phone, in person and especially in writing.
• Collaborate with strategic designers and creative strategists to thoughtfully develop and execute strategic communications.