• Job Description

  Req#: 6605
  Overview
  
  
  AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.
  AARP’s Integrated Communications and Marketing (ICM) Group includes Membership, Content and Editorial, Customer Experience, External Relations, Brand Strategy and Strategic Communications. Across paid, earned, shared and owned channels, ICM manages AARP’s reputation, drives engagement and member growth, and showcases AARP’s mission and value through one, integrated voice.
  The Digital Designer (Editorial) implements the design and display of content and collateral, ensuring that the final result aligns with the enterprise brand strategy and brand architecture. Supports and ensures that designs are properly executed for various communication channels.
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
  • Creates and edits print and digital materials, quickly and accurately, in compliance with established brand templates and standards.
  • Produces high-quality packaged print and digital files for internal and external vendors.
  • Assists Digital Asset Manager, as needed, on updates of branded logo assets.
  • Lends production support to the creative team on large projects, as needed.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge on production techniques, specifically in the adobe suite, to improve workflow efficiencies.
  • Delivers professional client service when working collaboratively and/or individually on projects.
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  • 2+ years of design experience.
  • Editorial publication background.
  • Demonstrated skill in narrative visual storytelling for web and mobile platforms.
  • Proficiency in Figma, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and AEM is a plus.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with third-party vendors and managing vendor contracts.
  • A team player who can pivot and redirect as needed.
  • Fundamental graphic design skills and an ability to concept and create static visuals for the website.
  • Must have an online portfolio to be considered for the position.
  AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.
  
  Additional Requirements
  • Regular and reliable job attendance.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships.
  • Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions.
  • In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise.
  Compensation and Benefits
  
  AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
  
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity
  
  AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
  
  
  • 2+ years of design experience.
  • Editorial publication background.
  • Demonstrated skill in narrative visual storytelling for web and mobile platforms.
  • Proficiency in Figma, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and AEM is a plus.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with third-party vendors and managing vendor contracts.
  • A team player who can pivot and redirect as needed.
  • Fundamental graphic design skills and an ability to concept and create static visuals for the website.
  • Must have an online portfolio to be considered for the position.
  AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.
  
  Additional Requirements
  • Regular and reliable job attendance.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships.
  • Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions.
  • In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise.
  Compensation and Benefits
  
  AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
  
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity
  
  AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
  
  
  • Creates and edits print and digital materials, quickly and accurately, in compliance with established brand templates and standards.
  • Produces high-quality packaged print and digital files for internal and external vendors.
  • Assists Digital Asset Manager, as needed, on updates of branded logo assets.
  • Lends production support to the creative team on large projects, as needed.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge on production techniques, specifically in the adobe suite, to improve workflow efficiencies.
  • Delivers professional client service when working collaboratively and/or individually on projects.

• About the company

  AARP is an interest group in the United States focusing on issues affecting those over the age of fifty.

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