Junior Designer

Are you interested in applying your design skills for good? Developing online, video, print and branding work for a variety of clients? Working with an agile and dynamic digital/creative team? In an independent agency in the heart of all that is DC? Do you have a good book and real-world experience applying your design and creative skills? Then let us know! We’re growing and looking to fill an entry-level designer position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

A week for a Jr. Designer at Hager Sharp could include developing logos and graphics for a new client initiative, resizing print and digital ads under the guidance of a senior designer, converting a multi-page printed piece into an interactive digital piece for a health client, working with a copywriter to develop an ad for a foundation client, working on a PowerPoint presentation for an education client, collecting and flight checking files for release to GPO, working with a video editor to develop graphics for a PSA, retouching photography and creating carousel cards for a website, working with account team members to develop infographics for a safety client, laying out and creating graphics for a new business proposal, or even working with the production director to develop environmental branding for a conference—all while being an all-around nice person and participating as much as possible in the Hager Sharp culture.

Qualifications

Graphic design experience (marketing/communications industry internships and/or f/t)

Exceptional portfolio

Experience designing for print and digital mediums, from concept to execution

Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator

Familiarity with HTML & CSS/style sheets

Experience concepting and working with copywriters and other creative partners

Impeccable file management

Experience balancing multiple projects under tight deadlines

Quick-learner and self-starter with a positive attitude and an eye for details

Bachelor’s Degree in a design or related field

Illustration and/or photography skills a plus

For consideration, please submit a resume, cover letter and a link to your portfolio.

Hager Sharp is an employee-owned firm (ESOP) known for its collegial, collaborative, and creative work environment. The salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000 per year. Employee benefits include health and dental insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, flexible spending plans, retirement plan, exercise facilities, holidays, paid personal and sick leave. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.