Designer, Multimedia & Visual Communication

Carnegie Corporation of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee paid health insurance

Substantial retirement plan contribution

Generous paid time off program

Job summary

A philanthropic foundation in New York seeks a skilled Designer for Multimedia & Visual Communication. The role involves creating compelling visual narratives, managing multimedia projects, and ensuring brand consistency. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience and a strong portfolio. This position requires on-site work four days a week and offers competitive pay between $94,000 and $105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design and multimedia.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing various design projects.
• Strong understanding of branding and identity systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and produce best-in-class multimedia content.
• Serve as a steward of the Corporation’s visual identity.
• Work closely with a cross-functional creative team.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Multimedia production

Adobe Creative Suite

Video production

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in design or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe After Effects

WordPress

Job description

Overview

Designer, Multimedia & Visual Communication – Carnegie Corporation of New York. The organization seeks a highly skilled designer with a strong foundation in multimedia production and visual storytelling. Reports to the Principal Director, Creative Services and Audience Engagement within the Communications department. This role blends hands-on design execution with strategic creative thinking to advance the Corporation’s mission through compelling, emotionally resonant, and visually impactful content. The ideal candidate is a multidisciplinary designer fluent in traditional and digital media, passionate about using design to communicate complex ideas clearly and meaningfully. Experience within philanthropy or adjacent mission-driven sectors is essential, as is a collaborative mindset and the ability to work across a range of creative styles and team dynamics.

Responsibilities

Creative & Multimedia Design

• Translate abstract concepts into clear, accessible, and emotionally compelling visual narratives.
• Create and produce best-in-class print, digital, and multimedia content (and photography), including:
  • Print of various types
  • Motion graphics and animations
  • Short-form videos and interviews
  • Infographics and data visualizations
  • Branded content and storytelling assets for web and social platforms
• Lead and manage projects, with a strong focus on multimedia, from ideation through delivery, collaborating with writers, illustrators, photographers, videographers, and editors—both internal and external.

Brand Identity & Visual Communication

• Serve as a senior steward of the Corporation’s visual identity across print, digital and event-related platforms, including ownership of assets for YouTube channel.
• Design cohesive materials across print and digital, social media, newsletters, presentations, reports, invitations, and exhibition visuals.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution and implementation of brand guidelines and design systems.

Collaboration & Project Management

• Work closely with a cross-functional creative team, including writers, editors, artists, and the Principal Director, Creative Services, to ensure consistency and excellence across projects.
• Collaborate with the social media lead to develop and adapt content across social channels.
• Provide design leadership on key projects, including concept development, stakeholder engagement, and production oversight.
• Assist in maintaining the Corporation’s content management and digital asset systems.

Technical Execution

• Manage print and multimedia workflows end-to-end, including pre-production planning, video recording, editing, and post-production.
• Ensure all design assets are optimized for responsive platforms and accessibility.
• Stay current with new tools, technologies, and creative trends to help the team remain at the forefront of design innovation.

Must-Haves

• 5+ years of professional experience in design and multimedia (agency, nonprofit, or philanthropic sectors preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in design, visual communications, multimedia, filmmaking, or related field. Design school background a plus.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of print, multimedia, and visual storytelling projects.
• Deep experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere, etc.).
• Proficiency in video production and editing; experience recording interviews or live events.
• Strong understanding of branding and identity systems and knowledge of social media best practices.
• Ability to optimize content across print, digital, and social channels to ensure consistency and impact.
• Collaborative, self-directed, and able to work comfortably with a wide range of creative and professional personalities.
• Ability to work onsite 4 days per week.

Preferred

• Familiarity with content management systems (WordPress).
• Understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript and responsive design principles.
• Experience producing digital content for philanthropic, nonprofit, or policy-focused audiences.
• Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design standards.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Mission with Meaning— Help tell the story of a foundation making a real difference across education, democracy, and international peace.
• Creative Impact — Your design work will have the potential to influence thought leadership at the highest levels of philanthropy and policy.
• Collaborative Culture — You will join a multidisciplinary team striving for excellence, creativity, and respectful collaboration.

Benefits And Perks

• Employee paid health insurance, including medical, dental, life, and short-term disability, plus a substantial contribution to a retirement plan account, robust wellness program, and a generous paid time off program.
• Corporate discounts.

Salary Range

$94,000 - $105,000/annual. New hires are typically brought into the organization between the minimum to midpoint of the salary hiring range posted depending on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

How To Apply

Submit your resume, a tailored cover letter, and a link to your portfolio (featuring relevant design and multimedia work).

Carnegie Corporation of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEOC") laws. The Corporation strictly prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, height and weight, disability, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Corporation abides by all applicable rules and regulations in its recruiting and employment practices including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls, please.