Do you want to work to create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media? Are you inventive and passionate about visual storytelling, industry trends, and design thinking? Do you pride yourself on getting the job done? Come join the "Yes" team, where we strive to deliver quality work expediently! As the Multimedia Designer for the American Physical Society, you will play an integral role as a member of the Communications Department. APS's Multimedia Designer requires someone detail-oriented, a quick study who can handle large strategic projects while executing creative deliverables. In this role, the Multimedia Designer will create visual assets for print and digital mediums and conceptualize and layout marketing materials, all while adhering to the APS brand and guidelines. The ideal candidate is a fresh and creative thinker who stays up-to-date on the latest platforms, practices, and standards in digital and social media. Apply Today!

• Design and develop print and digital campaigns from conception to completion.
• Conceptualize and create printed collateral, infographics, animations, presentations, explainer videos, and visual effects.
• Develop a variety of printed collateral including brochures, flyers, newsletters, and signage.
• Develop motion graphics and videos for social media, web pages, multimedia projects, and email campaigns.
• Edit videos incorporating stock and raw footage, motion design, voiceover, and music.
• Coordinate the planning behind video projects, whether they are handled internally or working with an outside vendor.
• Rework existing graphics to increase aesthetic value or apply consistent branding.
• Present design concepts and amend designs to stakeholder comments.
• Lead and implement creative solutions for larger campaigns and day-to-day needs, by collaborating with team members, APS staff, consultants and external constituents to meet deadlines and objectives.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in agency or in-house graphic design environment.
• Demonstrated creative, innovative, and graphic design abilities with a strong portfolio.
• Proficient in Adobe CC Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).
• Advanced experience with graphic design including logo design, typography, color, layout, web design, print production, image selection, and photo retouching.
• Experience with motion graphics and video editing using Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro or equivalent applications.
• Experience with PowerPoint, Canva, and/or Asana a plus

Travel: The position may require some business travel to attend meetings and events as directed by the Supervisor.

Work Environment:

Our physical offices are located in College Park, MD, Washington D.C and Hauppauge, N.Y. We are operational in most US states. We are not operational in all 50 states. The APS has a “remote first” concept that promotes equal treatment and equal access within the United States, independent of physical work location, with a majority of staff working primarily from remote work locations. APS allows flexible work hours; responsiveness is required, however, during the core 9 am to 5pm Eastern Standard Time workday.

Our Core Values:

• The Scientific Method
• Truth and Integrity
• Diversity, Inclusion, and Respect
• Partnering, Cooperation, and Open Collaboration
• Speaking Out
• Education and Learning

Web Presence:

Company: www.aps.org

Social Media: www.aps.org/newsroom/social/index.cfm

Amazing 2023 Benefit Offerings:

• Flexible schedules and ability to work remotely
• 8% employer-paid retirement contribution
• Investment advisement services: 100% employer paid
• Medical benefits: PPO or HDHP option
• Employer contribution to FSA or HSA account, eligibility based on medical plan enrollment
• Lifestyle Spending benefit: 100% employer paid
• Dental benefits:  individual coverage 100% employer paid
• Vision benefits: individual and dependent coverage 100% employer paid
• Basic Life & Accident insurance: employee coverage 100% employer paid
• Supplemental Life & Accident insurance, including spouse & dependent child(ren) coverage
• Disability insurance:  employee coverage 100% employer paid
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness insurance
• Healthcare, Commuter & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Vacation: 15 days annually
• Generous holiday leave: 14 paid days of significance; includes one week closure at the end of December
• Personal leave: 4 days annually
• Volunteer leave: 1 day annually
• Sick leave: 10 days annually
• Bereavement & Compassion leave: 2 -15 days based on loss
• 12  weeks employer-paid family leave
• College tuition reimbursement plan
• Job related seminar & continuing education
• Professional Certification/Recertification 100% employer paid
• Training and professional development; access to LinkedIn Learning on-demand courses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mindfulness Meditation: live and on-demand classes
• APS does not offer relocation assistance/costs

The American Physical Society is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of American Physical Society not to discriminate or allow the harassment of employees or applicants on the basis of race, religious creed, alienage or citizenship, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, protected veteran status, protected military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, ancestry, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices, including recruitment, advertising, job application procedures, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, job assignments, benefits and/or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, provided the individual is qualified, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the essential functions of the job. This policy applies to all jobs at APS. The American Physical Society is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact APS Human Resources at hr@aps.org.

All APS Employees must be vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination via our secured vaccination portal Safeter upon hire, unless they have an HR approved medical or religious exemption. The APS has a “remote first” concept that promotes equal treatment and equal access, independent of physical work location, with a majority of staff working primarily from remote work locations. We welcome you to apply today! #LI-SB1 PM21