Graphic Designer

Reports to: Senior Graphic Designer
Department: Communications
Status: Full-time, Regular, Exempt

About Central Park Conservancy

Central Park is one of the world's most famous and beloved urban public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1857, the 843-acre Park was the country's first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of approximately $1.6 billion in the restoration of the Park, and now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.

The Conservancy's mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy, which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. Committed to sharing the best practices in urban park management, the Conservancy also serves as a resource for other NYC parks and public-private partnerships worldwide. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an operating budget of $120 million.

Job Summary
The Central Park Conservancy is seeking a Graphic Designer to join its creative team. Reporting to the Senior Graphic Designer and working closely with the Senior Art Director, the Graphic Designer will support the design and production of digital and printed materials across the organization. In addition to core design functions, the Graphic Designer will help oversee the purchase order process and the delivery of printed pieces. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and efficiency, a collaborative ethic, keen attention to detail, and creative problem-solving. A portfolio showcasing relevant design work is required.

Summary of Essential Job Functions
• Design small-format printed materials, such as one-pagers, cards, brochures, flyers, and presentations.
• Produce digital assets for email, digital displays, e-vites, social media, and video.
• Create original artwork, including icons and simple illustrations.
• Assist with file setup and preparation for large-scale projects.
• Support and manage the production of projects under the direction of the Senior Graphic Designer or Senior Art Director.
• Oversee purchase orders and invoice processing.
• Review and retouch photography as needed.
• Demonstrate fluency in and adherence to the Conservancy’s branding guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across the organization on design projects.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years design experience and portfolio; familiarity working in-house at companies/organizations preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Lightroom.
• Knowledge of motion graphics is a plus.
• Familiarity with workspace software like Hive, Asana, or Slack.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel, SharePoint).
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Must possess tact and diplomacy, with an ability to provide, receive, and respond professionally to feedback.

Salary range: $65K - $78K (based on level of experience)

Please submit a cover letter, resume and portfolio with your application.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
The Central Park Conservancy’s work is guided by the belief that Central Park, and all public parks, must be managed and actively protected as an inclusive and democratic space for all.

Working closely with our New York City partners, we will always strive towards creating and sustaining a sense of belonging for all visitors and advocating for equitable and accessible public use of the Park.

In service of this belief, we are committed to fostering a workforce and organizational culture that is as diverse as Central Park itself and the dynamic city it serves.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this organization and employees at every level. The Conservancy will make every effort to ensure a safe environment and follow federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potentially dangerous condition, he/she/they should alert other employees and notify his/her/their supervisor immediately.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.