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Institutional Graphic Designer

 
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Overview

SFFILM is seeking an Institutional Graphic Designer to support a branding refresh and update of institutional assets and campaigns which feature SFFILM’s established—and emerging—visual identity. The Graphic Designer will work to ensure projects and deliverables align with SFFILM’s institutional branding and business goals by helping to implement a consistent design system across a diverse array of materials. Under the supervision of the Marketing & Communications Project Manager, the Institutional Graphic Designer works closely with SFFILM’s Design consultants and Marketing & Communications Team to produce a wide array of media that advances the mission and brand of SFFILM through creative, strategic, and top-notch design.

This position is ideal for an early (and rising!) career designer seeking to utilize strong technical and branding skills in a high visibility creative field with meaningful cultural impact, a fast pace, and national and international reach.

This is a temporary, seasonal, part-time, non-exempt role. Typical hours are 25-30 hours per week, and determining a proposed schedule of availability will be part of the hiring process. Pay rate is $25-$30 per hour depending on experience. Preferred start date is July 22, and the agreement would run through December 14, 2024. Seasonal staff are expected to be based in the Bay Area. SFFILM maintains a hybrid schedule, with half the week in person and half the week remote.

Responsibilities

  • Under the direction of the Marketing & Communications Project Manager, audit current style guides and brandin
  • Based on audit and goals set by the Communications team, produce updated Brand Style Guide
  • Update and produce key branded assets for institutional collateral and campaigns including the master lockup for 2024 Doc Stories
  • Design print and digital assets and collateral for SFFILM’s institutional, year round branding (pitch decks, brochures, flyers, etc.) as well as support on some event driven assets as assigned
  • Produce static and motion graphics (based on skill) for social media and email campaigns
  • Create print and digital signage and media, from directional posters used in theater venues to onscreen slideshows projected before screenings
  • Create and present mockups and presentations for feedback from the Communications team, internal stakeholders, and some external partners
  • Manage multiple projects from concept to completion, adhering to strict deadlines

Qualifications

  • Two years of relevant professional experience, working towards a career in graphic design strongly preferred
  • A solid understanding of branding, composition, and typography
  • Able to produce a thorough and actionable full style guide
  • Fluency in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Proficiency in After Effects is a plus
  • Able to take initiative, receive and implement feedback
  • Enthusiastic and passionate with an eye for detail
  • Superior file management skills (tracking and archiving)
  • Clear, direct, and professional communication style
  • Able to create work within and adhere to a style guide
  • Nimble and detail oriented, experience working with grid systems
  • Organized and deadline-driven team-player capable of picking up and applying new skills in a fast-paced environment

This is a temporary, seasonal, part-time role. Typical hours are 25-30 hours per week, and determining a proposed schedule of availability will be part of the hiring process. Pay rate is $30 per hour, non-exempt. Preferred start date is July 22, and the agreement would run through December 14, 2024.
Seasonal staff are expected to be based in the Bay Area. SFFILM maintains a hybrid schedule, with half the week in person and half the week remote.

DEIA:
​​SFFILM is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) in both its internal management and external programming. Since 2018, the organization has actively been working in collaboration with two Advisory Boards focused on accessibility and inclusivity and officially began work with a DEI consultant in 2019 to further invest in and build on that work. Candidates are invited to discuss their interest and involvement in DEAI practices in their cover letter, and ask us more about our DEAI process in their interview.

​​SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers.

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