Graphic Designer

American Management Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American Management Association seeks a Graphic Designer to translate briefs into compelling visual concepts across print and digital channels. You’ll own the production process from layout through final delivery and collaborate with Marketing, Product and Creative Services to strengthen the AMA brand.

The role requires a strong portfolio, 3–5 years of experience in graphic design, and proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud apps (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat). Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Visual Communications or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional graphic design experience across print and digital.
• Strong online portfolio showing conceptual thinking, typography, layout and brand application.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud apps (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat).

Responsibilities

• Design across print and digital channels including direct mail, catalogs, brochures, email and web.
• Translate briefs and marketing objectives into engaging visual concepts.
• Own the production process from layout to final delivery.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Create clear visual communications from complex content and research.
• Strengthen AMA brand while collaborating with Creative Services, Marketing and Product teams.
• Stay updated on design trends and AI-assisted workflows.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

Typography

Layout

Brand application

Visual storytelling

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Print production

Education

BFA/Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts / Graphic Design / Visual Communications

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Acrobat

Job description

AMA is seeking a Graphic Designer who brings strong creative thinking, excellent design skills and a sharp eye for detail. You’ll develop concepts, design across print and digital channels and carry projects through production and final delivery.

If you’re equally comfortable brainstorming a campaign, designing a catalog, building digital assets and preparing files for production, you’ll fit right in.

Responsibilities

• Design across channels. Create direct mail, catalogs, brochures, advertising, email, web, social media, presentations and more.
• Turn strategy into creative. Translate briefs, marketing objectives and brand strategy into smart, engaging visual concepts.
• Own the production process. Manage print and digital materials, including multi-page catalogs and publications, from layout through final delivery.
• Own the details. Take projects from initial concept through design, revisions, production and final delivery.
• Make information visual. Turn complex content, research and marketing messages into clear, compelling communications.
• Strengthen the AMA brand. Apply AMA brand standards consistently while finding opportunities to evolve the creative.
• Collaborate across teams. Work closely with Creative Services, Marketing, Product and other teams to develop stronger ideas and executions.
• Balance a busy workload. Manage and track multiple projects, priorities and deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Explore what’s next. Experiment with emerging design trends, technologies and AI-assisted creative tools that can improve the work and how we create it.
• Other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Visual Communications or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional graphic design experience across print and digital.
• Strong online portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, typography, layout, visual storytelling and brand application.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat.
• Experience designing and producing multi-page publications, catalogs or similar materials, including print production and file preparation.
• Experience creating digital assets for advertising, email, web and social media.
• Solid design fundamentals, including typography, composition, color, visual hierarchy and information design.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines and track projects using project management applications.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills, including the ability to respond effectively to creative direction and feedback.
• Ability to translate creative briefs and marketing objectives into effective visual solutions.
• Interest in emerging design technologies and AI-assisted creative workflows.
• Motion graphics or video experience with After Effects, Premiere or Animate is a plus.
• Ability to travel based on business needs.

More About American Management Association ( Amanet.org )

American Management Association (AMA) is a global professional development organization that empowers individuals and organizations to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment. Through leadership development, management training, and corporate learning solutions—delivered in person and online—AMA equips professionals with practical skills, strategic insight, and real-world tools to drive performance, lead change, and accelerate growth.

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