Graphic Designer

Description:

Paramount is seeking a skilled digital designer to join its corporate marketing team! The Graphic Designer’s primary focus will be to create static graphics, animations, videos, and other multimedia content. This role is a key member of the content team, which supports the marketing and communications goals of Paramount and is responsible for the content across Paramount’s corporate website, Newsroom, social media, and internal communications channels.
This is a full-time, contract role based in NYC. The team is hybrid, working Tuesdays and Wednesdays in-office and the other days remote. For consideration, portfolios required with application and resume (include passwords as needed).
The successful candidate will be both a creative leader and an eager collaborator. They will be proactive, hands-on, and detailed. Own projects from ideation through to execution, and work in a fast-paced environment. We need a creative problem solver who can bring ideas to life in an engaging and dynamic way. Ability to thrive in collaboration, while also embracing ownership and autonomy as the team’s primary creative resource. Seeking forward-thinking and team-minded motion designers who love the challenge of creating the best visual execution of a concept while working within Paramount’s brand identity and are an expert in the best practices and nuances of digital and social platforms. The Designer will be the sole in-house person responsible for the end-to-end delivery of all Paramount corporate social media and content marketing assets that effectively communicate our corporate brand positioning to our target audiences. This role will work closely with the content team to help implement a comprehensive marketing communications strategy and reports to the Sr. Director, Marketing.
Concept, design and create visually appealing and engaging digital content (graphics, animations, videos, and other multimedia content) for our website, social media platforms, emails, and other digital channels using our existing brand design system
Assist with the creative process and execution for content capture at in-person events including internal company events, executive photo shoots, and video productions
Help to create briefs and compile reference files for projects involving external design partners and creatives
Collaborate with the content team—including participating in brainstorm meetings, weekly content meetings, and daily conversations—and adhere to the approval process for all assets
Communicate with managers and colleagues to update project timelines and report on progress
Manage and organize raw media and finished assets for storage and backup
Work with the Sr. Social Manager to leverage data and analytics to enhance understanding of content performance, and recommend asset updates to improve content performance
Basic Qualifications:
5+ years professional graphic design experience
Strong portfolio of digital assets + motion graphics
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Skilled in using video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or iMovie
Deep and thorough knowledge of social platforms (especially LinkedIn and Instagram)