Graphic Designer – Editorial

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop and update illustrations, charts, diagrams, infographics, and various visual assets for CFA Institute curriculum products in both print and digital formats.

• Transform quantitative data, graphs, and numerical concepts into clear, precise, and learner-centric visuals.

• Utilize Adobe Illustrator for creating visuals and Adobe InDesign for layout, templates, and production needs.

• Work collaboratively with learning designers, subject matter experts, editors, and stakeholders to ensure effective visual representation.

• Prepare production-ready files that comply with specifications, templates, style guides, and brand standards.

• Conduct quality checks on typography, color, resolution, and file formats, resolving routine production challenges as needed.

• Provide guidance on design standards, fonts, templates, and the design needs of the department.

• Keep design files, templates, and asset libraries organized while enhancing processes and documentation.

• Consider legal and risk factors in visual content, including responsible use of AI.

• Occasionally travel for in-person divisional and departmental meetings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Robust graphic design portfolio; submission of portfolio is mandatory during the recruitment process.

• Proficient skills in Adobe Illustrator.

• Strong capabilities in Adobe InDesign.

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Photoshop.

• Ability to effectively represent quantitative information using charts, graphs, and other visual formats.

• Solid understanding of graphic design principles, including typography, composition, color, hierarchy, and iconography.

• Knowledge of print and digital production requirements, including file formats, resolution, and production-ready assets.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to manage deliverables and adhere to deadlines within established standards and review processes.

• Proficiency in English.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for significant in-person meetings, approximately 5% or less.

• A bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience will also be taken into account.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive bonus.

• 12% employer contribution to a pension plan.

• Comprehensive medical benefits package.

• Health coverage.

• Generous paid time off.

• Competitive retirement plans.

• Flexible work options.

• Wellbeing and development programs.