Junior Graphic Designer

Catbird is looking for a Junior Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio to join our Art Department. Our team is responsible for bringing jewelry to life through all brand touch points -- marketing, e-commerce, social media, packaging, print advertising, events and our stores. **About Catbird** In over 21 years in business, Catbird has become an icon, the ultimate destination for gifts and jewelry. Founded in Brooklyn, NY, Catbird is a mecca for an international cast of shoppers who come to visit the brick and mortar stores of their beloved website. Both our stores and website are filled with a carefully curated selection of designers, including our in-house line of jewelry. Our Catbird line is made in our Brooklyn studio and with a few trusted partners, using ethically sourced materials and conflict-free stones. Highly trained Catbird jewelers oversee every step of the process. We are dedicated to a return to local manufacturing – what our neighborhood was famous for. Catbird is a proud member of the CFDA, certified Made in New York, and No Dirty Gold. The key to our success is remaining true to our values: -We believe in being an anti-racist organization and actively championing diversity, inclusion, and equity -We believe in making and selling things people will want to keep forever and will bring continuous joy. -We believe in doing everything we can ourselves. -We believe in always thinking of the long game and not focusing on a quick profit. -We believe we are the best at what we do and we work hard to make sure we know how to sustain it as we grow. -We believe in treating everyone (coworkers, customers, vendors) with deep respect, kindness, and honesty. ### Key Responsibilities * Design email campaigns, digital marketing, and social media assets utilizing our extensive photo and illustration library * Conceptualize and design animated banners, elements, and rich media content to engage customers. Experience designing for video is a plus! * Contribute to [catbirdnyc.com](http://catbirdnyc.com) - specialty landing pages, product pages and mobile site - with a keen eye for an elevated user experience * Create, refresh, and maintain design templates and toolkits * Organize and audit digital assets * Support with print projects including packaging, advertising and environmental design elements ### Our Ideal Candidate * 1-2 years design experience, agency or in-house brand experience a plus * A robust background in digital design with an interest in branding * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a strong understanding of hierarchy, typography and color * A meticulous eye for detail and a passion for organization * A sensibility for current social, design and digital trends and best practices * The ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to thrive in a fast-paced environment * A self-motivated attitude and a goal of going above and beyond * Eagerness to learn and develop professionally * Familiarity with After Effects a plus ### Perks & Benefits * Healthcare eligibility following 30 days of hire with 75% of the medical premium covered by Catbird. And 25% of the premium is covered for children. We also offer dental and vision. * 15 vacation days and 7 sick days, plus an extra day off during the month of your birthday * 401(k) with profit sharing and safe harbor contribution eligibility after one year of employment. We invest through a portfolio focused on socially responsible funds. * Professional Development Stipend: an allotment of $200/year, plus other workshops and talks throughout the year * Parental Leave: 12 weeks are 100% paid. * The Catbird Giving Fund: We vote as a company on what organizations to support. A portion of all sales, year round, are donated to nonprofits aligned with our core beliefs of equality and helping others. * A generous employee discount * Pre-taxed MetroCards to save money on getting to work! * Discounted Citi Bike Annual Membership * Regular company-wide parties, brunches & happy hours * A warm, casual work environment where people can really be themselves Compensation: $50,000/year