Scoop News Group seeks a talented Jr. Graphic Designer to join our in-house creative design team. We are looking for a passionate designer that values creative strategy and can effectively communicate concepts from ideation through fully realized brand identity experiences. The creative team supports multiple lines of business and its services contribute to a wide variety of project types. Primarily those translate to custom client partnerships, editorial, marketing, product design and core brand initiatives. This is an opportunity for someone who has a desire to not only be a part of an innovative and creative team but also wants the opportunity to take on challenging and forward-thinking design projects.

As the Jr. Graphic Designer, you will:

• Assist design team in daily design tasks and projects
• Develop, modify and create both digital & print designs for our websites, content, social platforms, and in-person/virtual events
• Edit, retouch, and modify graphics and photos
• Manage and facilitate design projects in order meet production deadlines
• Create modern, sleek designs within tight time constraints

Qualified applicants, at a minimum, have:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field, or the equivalent professional experience
• 2 + years of relevant work experience
• Proficient with Adobe InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator CC
• Strong foundational knowledge of layout, color, typography, photography, icons, and media
• Up to date on the latest design trends with the ability to adapt concepts into strategic designs
• Experience managing multiple projects at one time and meeting strict production deadlines

Additional Preferred skills:

• Fundamental knowledge of UI/UX best practices in website design and layout, and adapting designs for mobile formats
• Animation & Figma experience a huge plus
• Ability to articulate and justify design and idea solutions
• A positive attitude and flexibility for last-minute changes

Our Culture
Generosity is at the heart of everything Scoop News Group (SNG) does. We consider our team to be the heartbeat of the organization — our most treasured asset. As such, we invest deeply in creating a positive, vibrant, and supportive environment where our personnel can thrive, grow, and expand their careers.

The SNG culture is warm and friendly, built around a welcoming and familial team of professionals. We work hard, play hard and like to have fun whenever we can. To celebrate company and personal milestones, such as birthdays and “workiversaries,” SNG regularly hosts monthly catered lunches, happy hours, and other gatherings.

More about Scoop News Group
Scoop News Group (www.scoopnewsgroup.com) is the leading public sector tech media company in the country. Built on a foundation of award-winning journalism, we are the community's platform for education and collaboration through news, TV, radio and events.

Scoop News Group is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and our employees are committed both to producing the highest quality news products and producing highly- anticipated events while maintaining an energetic, fun, friendly, and collaborative environment in our downtown office.

Benefits
Scoop News Group has an awesome team and a fun, fast-paced work environment. Our employees are also eligible for robust benefits including a group medical plan, dental and vision, life, short and long-term disability insurance, 401K, year-end bonuses, company-sponsored professional development opportunities and a gadget friendly, cutting-edge work environment. Compensation is competitive, and will be based on holding the skills, knowledge and experience.

Get Noticed
Email your resume to careers@scoopnewsgroup.com with the title "Jr. Graphic Designer" in the subject field. Please include your portfolio showing samples of digital and print work as well as a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. No calls.