TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages. Meanwhile, independently run TEDx events help share ideas in communities around the world.

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TED Partnerships is a group of strategists, marketers, analysts, creatives, and producers devoted to supporting the non-profit mission of TED through revenue generating partnerships. Our partners include Marriott, Lexus, Google, Facebook, Dove, and many more–and our programs span not only events and conferences, but digital sponsorships, podcasts, and audio, video, and social custom content created through our TED Ideas Studio. Learn more here: tedpartnerships.com

TED@Work is a new workplace learning and development solution from TED – enabling organizations to change from the inside out driven by the power and trust of TED content. Learn more here: tedatwork.ted.com

The Graphic Designer will work across the TED Partnerships and TED@Work teams, primarily providing communication design support, to ensure we deliver the best experiences possible across a wide range of platforms for our partners, from our annual conferences, custom events and content, global distribution efforts, learning and development work, and more. This position will report to the Associate Design Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize, design, produce and edit visually compelling decks and other creative assets
• Work with team members to come up with proactive design solutions that support the teams’ needs across pre-and-post-sale executions
• Extend identities and brand systems for custom events, initiatives, and digital marketing applications
• Present design work and concepts with clarity to other teams
• Understand how to both receive feedback and provide constructive feedback to other team members

You should be a highly conceptual visual thinker and detailed in the execution of ideas, from cradle to completion. You’re someone who knows how to create beautiful, thoughtful work and can communicate your design decisions clearly. Above all else, you understand the importance of community, and are ready to help support your fellow team members.

Please provide a link to a digital portfolio with your application.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 2-5 years of graphic design experience
• Expert fluency in common design tools and applications, especially Adobe Creative Cloud, Keynote, and Google Slides
• Strong time management and organizational skills, including keeping files tidy at every stage of the project
• Flexibility to jump from project to project, with varying lead times and stakeholders
• Highly conceptual visual thinking and ability to execute ideas quickly
• Desire to be a team player — no task is too big or too small
• A deeply curious mind, with a love for TED Talks and digital storytelling

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS; familiarity with WordPress
• Animation and/or motion graphics
• Data analytics and visualization; familiarity with Mixpanel
• Marketing and/or sales team experience
• Familiarity with print processes and production

This is a temporary benefit-eligible position requiring 30 hours/week for one year. Benefits and payroll for this job will be managed by third-party agency, TCWglobal.

Salary Range: USD $50,000-54,000

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

IN-OFFICE COVID PROTOCOL

Due to in-person meetings and occasional office requirements, proof of full vaccination will be required prior to acceptance of employment.

TED Conferences LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite all qualified candidates to apply online with their resume.

WORKPLACE CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS

• General: Office environment 
• Physical: Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Mental/Visual: Concentrated mental and/or visual attention; work involves performing tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications
• Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, Computer Software: Ability to use common office equipment such as telephone, computer and copier
• Computer programs to include MS Office, Mac programs, Google Docs, functional related databases
• Travel: Upon request