Visual Designer

Skills

Adobe IndesignDesign SystemsDigital DesignsFigmaGraphic DesignHand-DrawingTypography

Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
2-3 years related experience in print and digital design
Proven expertise in graphic design, layout and typography
Strong and effective interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
Comfortable with collaborative discussion, listening closely and providing honest, thoughtful feedback to colleagues
Expertise with Adobe CC (especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and XD)
Expertise with Figma
Comfortable working with multi-page layouts
Comfortable with short development cycles and flexible with shifting priorities
Capable of working on simultaneous projects to meet tight deadlines
Able to collaborate with a team as well as take initiative and work independently
Fluent in concept development starting with hand drawing of ideas
Efficient and meticulous in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

Working knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and CSS
Experience with visual design in education technology or a related field
Enthusiasm for contributing to the landscape of literacy education
Interaction design expertise and experience collaborating with engineers
Experience with Agile processes
Experience designing desktop and mobile experiences

Day to day

Develop an understanding of the Amplify educational product line and bring the curriculum experience to life through a wide set of visual materials
Support the visual development of digital and print marketing assets
Conceive, plan, design and produce assets in a range of media
Collaborate closely with Creative Directors and Art Directors to define the look and feel of marketing collateral and contribute to the overall direction of the brand
Articulate concepts and creative solutions visually and verbally
Refine deliverables by obtaining feedback from stakeholders and designers
Maintain and constantly improve print and digital design systems
Coordinate visual asset requirements and production within the greater design team

Hiring process

If selected, a background check will be required
May also be required to provide additional documentation

Company

Why this team might suit you

Mission, benefits, values and useful company context.

Mission

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and formative assessment. Our captivating core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment and intervention products turn data into practical instructional support to help students at every skill level build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide teachers with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of their students. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states.

Benefits

Inclusive environment for all employees
Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity
Potential funding through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds

Values

Amplify is a leader in creating immersive, rigorous digital learning experiences that look great, play great, and help students expect great things of themselves. Amplify has been described as the best tech company in education, and the best education company in tech. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.