Graphic Designer | Part-time

The Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York is seeking a part-time Graphic Designer to oversee the graphic and branding needs of both the Stella Adler Studio of Acting (NYC) and Art of Acting Studio (LA). This is a remote position with the minimally occasional on-site shift as needed in NYC.

The qualified applicant will be an extremely organized, proactive, self-motivated, creative individual who can multi-task and take initiative. Key responsibilities include developing professional, compelling designs for printed media, including direct mail, brochures in perfect bind, flyers, presentation materials and large-format pieces; overseeing print production with vendors and mailing houses; producing digital content for web media including HTML5 animated ads; and maintaining company website on the Wordpress platform.

Growth as an actor and growth as a human being are synonymous. The Stella Adler Studio of Acting is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the perpetuation of this insight, so elemental to the life, work and spirit of Stella Adler. The Studio’s mission is to create an environment with the purpose of nurturing theatre artists and audiences who value humanity, their own and others, as their first and most precious priority while providing art and education to the greater community. The Studio is accredited with the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities:

- Works under the oversight of the Director of Artistic & Student Engagement to create compelling design concepts and produce effective and engaging ads and collateral materials necessary for all aspects of Stella Adler Studio of Acting and Art of Acting Studio’s programming.
- Design and produce materials such as posters, flyers, traditional and digital ads, brochures, presentation materials, direct mail pieces, etc.
- Create interior designs for common spaces in the new facility.
- Design web graphics for the Stella Adler Studio of Acting and Art of Acting Studio websites and internet advertising, social media, and various online outlets. Experience designing animated HTML5 digital advertising or similar animated graphics required.
- Develop and design web-based communications (e-blasts, newsletters, etc…) using online marketing best practices and track performance of the communications.
- Work with the Marketing Associate to keep website content up to date and will be the main liaison with third-party web developer. Assist the Marketing Associate in monitoring website statistics and analyzing trends.
- Generate compelling social media visual assets and assist Marketing Associate on executing social media campaigns
- Edit engaging videos for both short form and long form content, including promotional videos, social media posts and archival records.

Skills & Experience:

- The ideal candidate will have an understanding of marketing/design principles and an interest in pursuing arts administration.
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or other similar education experience highly desired with a minimum two years of professional graphic design experience plus a strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the graphic design field
- Experience with Wordpress websites and a strong understanding of web design and SEO best practices
- High proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro), HTML/CSS, and experience designing HTML5 digital advertising or similar animated graphics required.
- Strong typographic skills, ability to execute edits, and good eye for proofing
- Knowledge of Google Analytics and Video Editing a plus

Job Start Date: October 13th (flexible)
Hours: Part-time, 20 Hours per Week
Pay: $30-33 per hour
Location: Remote, with the occasional on-site visit
Other Benefits: Free Classes When Available

HOW TO APPLY: Please email both a cover letter, work resume, and online portfolio to [email protected] with the Subject Line: "(Your Name) - Graphic Designer".

The Stella Adler Studio of Acting is a 501(c)3 Not-for-Profit Organization