Foundation for Defense of Democracies: Junior Designer/Production Assistant (Part-Time/Freelance)

Product Designer is needed in Washington DC, United States.

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Client: Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)

Location: Washington, DC

Contract: Part Time

Location:

Washington D.C. or Remote

About the Company:

FDD is a DC-based nonpartisan 501©(3) research institute focusing on national security and foreign policy. FDD conducts actionable research, prepared by experts and scholars from a variety of backgrounds - including government, intelligence, military, private sector, academia, and journalism.

About the Position:

FDD is seeking a highly organized Junior Designer/Production Assistant to assist our growing in-house design and marketing teams. The Junior Designer/Production Assistant will work directly with FDD’s Senior Designer and be responsible for producing a range of products that supports our in-house team in advancing institutional and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Layout production of books for in-house imprint FDD Press.
• Print and web layout for monographs and research memos.
• Assist with production work for creative content such as illustrations, infographics, graphs, and charts to promote and support research on social media.
• Design graphics and email templates for events and podcasts.
• Receive creative direction and create/revise/develop new design layouts or re-size to fit new adaptations.
• Collaboration with print and web vendors.
• Closely follow and stay up to date with design trends and developments.
• Manage and upkeep of organized file structures.

Requirements:

• BA or BFA degree in graphic design, fine arts, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years prior experience with graphic design and visual communications.
• Portfolio of design work.
• Proficient in Adobe CC, specifically: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro.
• Proficiency in Mac OS environment as well as Microsoft Office suite.
• Understanding of typography, brand standards, four-color printing.
• Collaborate well with others and willing to learn and grow on the job.
• Commitment to FDD’s mission and goals.