Graphic/Marketing Content Designer

To Apply:You must submit a link to your PORTFOLIO and your RESUME. (Powerpoint presentation/graphic design examples are a PLUS) Please do not apply if you do not live in New York or surrounding areas. This job is remote but requires in-person meetings in NYC. -- Job Description: WSL is looking for a graphic designer to produce engaging and on-brand creative solutions to address our marketing needs under the direction of our Vice-President of Creative Services and in collaboration with our Retail Innovation Consultant. The candidate must have in-depth knowledge of graphic design, styles and layout techniques. They should have experience executing projects from concept to production, including report publications, selling materials, videos, email campaigns, infographics, PowerPoint presentations, web graphics, including social and data reports. Ultimately, the candidate must ensure the consistency of our brand is present while delivering high-quality pieces on tight deadlines. Responsibilities • Design PowerPoint presentations and data reports, infographics, client pitches, proposals, email campaigns, website design, marketing and social media materials • Edit videos and other media communications as needed • Assist with updates and management of the website back-end and website design • Create compelling infographics from complex data while conveying key concepts • Accurately assess project needs, and recommend and deliver appropriate design solutions or visual representations of often complex processes and other content • Maintain awareness of brand guidelines across all projects • Maintain project deadlines in conjunction with the team • Stay up-to-date with industry developments and tools and bring new ideas to the table Qualifications • BFA in graphic design, visual communications or equivalent • 5+ years’ experience as a graphic designer; Design experience in retail/marketing/consulting industry is a plus. • Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe XD, Premiere Pro and others ) • In-depth and creative work experience with Powerpoint (Creating presentations/reports, formatting images, text, graphs charts, tables, adding/editing animations and working with master templates and templates themes - Mac platform). • Solid conceptualization skills • Solid problem-solving skills • Ability to think both creatively and strategically • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly • Be a team player who works well in a cross-functional team environment • Be deadline-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively • Ability to work with complex and multiple projects • A keen eye for aesthetics and details • Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS • Understanding of website software systems and computer devices are a plus -- WSL is a retail strategy firm established in 1986. Our clients include Fortune 500 manufacturers, publishing companies and retailers. Under our brand name, How America Shops® we deliver a series of syndicated market research projects that are quantitative and qualitative. Our work is recognized for its research validity and the innovative style and contents our presentations. Our clients value our work because it's interpreted in a way that makes it actionable for them.Visit our website at: www.wslstrategicretail.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Health insurance • Paid time off Application Question(s): • Can you showcase a portfolio with a full range of graphic design projects? Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • graphic design/content creation: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • New York, NY 10018 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10018