Senior Graphic Designer - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSIONThe Senior Graphic Designer will work with the Design Manager and Creative Content Manager to create and maintain both traditional and digital deliverables. This position reports to the Graphic Design Supervisor.WHAT YOU WILL DO

Provides the concept and design for multiple marketing collateral and interpretive signage.
Designs changes, corrections, and additions.
Works closely with the communications team to create engaging layouts.
Collaborates with internal and external departments.
Maintains multiple layouts for SDZWA JOURNAL magazine in printed and digital forms.
Understands publication workflow from design to prepress.
Directs photo and video shoots.
Works closely with creative content team.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for a highly collaborative designer who brings a sophisticated visual point of view to editorial storytelling. You have a strong command of editorial typography, grid systems, hierarchy, and pacing, with the ability to balance creative ambition with an established publication system, brand, audience, and production schedule. You’re skilled at translating complex stories, scientific information, and subject-matter expertise into clear, compelling visual narratives, while confidently managing publication workflows from concept through completion. You’re comfortable both giving and receiving creative feedback, advocating thoughtfully for design decisions, and adapting to the needs of editors and stakeholders.
JOB EXPERIENCE

Experience and example would be four or more years of brand, print, and interactive redesigns
Design experience for a major publication

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree in Graphic Design, or equivalent specialized training

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Principles and how to effectively incorporate into page designs
Create, manage, and fulfill publication workflows
Meet multiple, overlapping deadlines
Be proficient in the use Adobe CS programs preferably InDesign
Use Adobe Digital Publication Suite (Adobe DPS)
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Work effectively in a diverse team environment
Travel as needed