The Communications team at SFFILM is seeking a hard-working and creative Assistant Graphic Designer to participate in the creation of visual assets for SFFILM campaigns and events including Awards Night, and the 65th SFFILM Festival. The Assistant Graphic Designer works closely with the Graphic Designer, Project Manager, and Coordinator to produce a wide array of media that advances the mission and brand of SFFILM through creative, strategic, and top-notch design.
This is a full-time temporary role from February 14 to April 22, paid at a rate of $25 per hour. This role has the expectation of some overtime pre-festival. Must be Bay Area based. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled. Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and portfolio to be considered.
Responsibilities
- Support the design and creation of all print and digital assets for the 65th San Francisco International Film Festival.
- Assist in design and layout of Festival program guide, a 60+-page print book detailing 150 screening events.
- Produce digital, print, and outdoor advertising, from full-page spreads in distributed publications to re-skins of national websites to billboards and transit advertising
- Create print and digital signage, from directional posters used in theater venues to onscreen slideshows projected before screenings
- Produce graphics for social media and email campaigns
- Create and present mockups and presentations for feedback from the Communications team and some external partners
- Create other print and digital collateral as needed, including pitch decks, brochures, flyers, and more
- Implement consistent brand identity across a diverse array of materials.
- Manage multiple projects from concept to completion, adhering to strict deadlines
- This position reports to the year-round graphic designer
Qualifications
- 1-3 years relevant professional experience, working towards a career in graphic design strongly preferred
- A solid understanding of branding, visual design principles, and typography.
- Fluency in Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Proficiency in Figma and 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
- Organized and deadline-driven team-player capable of picking up and applying new skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to jump between short term and long term projects without sacrificing quality