[Hiring] Data Visualization Storyteller @Common App

Role Description

As a member of the Communications & Marketing team, and reporting to the Senior Director of Media & External Affairs, this individual will work with the communications team to tell the visual story of Common App’s mission and initiatives through multimedia assets, including visual and graphic design. The ideal candidate will have the ability to translate data, narratives, and internal communications into visual stories, creative concepts, and educational content, including:

• Web content
• Data visualizations
• Digital presentations
• Video graphics

Qualifications

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic or visual design or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-6 years of professional experience in digital, video, and print design, including management of brand standards, assets, and templates.
• Visual design background; systematic design/multichannel experience as well as campaign/storytelling abilities.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficiency with presentation software, including PowerPoint and Google Slides.
• Keen attention to detail, strong organization and project management skills with the ability to handle quick turnaround times and multiple deliverables.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team and as an individual contributor.
• Flexible in a fast-paced environment with the ability to positively adapt to changes.
• Proven ability to lead and direct creative projects from concept to completion.
• Experience evolving a brand, interpreting and applying brand identity standards effortlessly across all mediums, and enjoy pushing creative boundaries.
• Experience translating concepts into visual communications across a variety of media, including digital, social, collateral, print, broadcast, and corporate communications.

Requirements

• HTML/CSS/Web design experience
• Product/Marketing experience
• A passion for higher education is a plus.

Benefits

• Work-Life balance
• Virtual-first office
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven company-wide holidays
• Nine floating holidays (prorated depending on start date)
• Sick leave
• Monthly mental health day
• Choice of PC or MAC laptop
• May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
• One-time office set-up stipend
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Market-based salaries
• Performance-based bonus
• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% company contribution and additional 5% company match
• Participation may begin immediately
• Choice of two health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
• Company provided life and AD&D insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
• Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
• Budgeted annual funds for professional development
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
• Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
• Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
• Payroll deduction pet insurance through PinPaws
• 1Password family account

How Do I Apply

To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

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• Provide a job offer without an interview
• Ask for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reason
• Request banking or credit card information
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