Designer - Associate Art Director

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Job Description

As a valued contributor to our Creative Studios team, you will consult with the business toidentifyand innovate tools, processes, and products to support internal and external initiatives and project teams. In this role, you will plan changes to scope and delivery of design and production projects.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

The Designer, Associate Art Director role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities :

Lead the design and production of highly confidential projects, managing every stage from concept to final delivery, while ensuring brand-aligned, high-quality results, across digital and print platforms.

Provide on-call support and serve as the primary point of contact for urgent design and production needs in support of special initiatives,demonstratingdiscretion and sound judgment.

Directly manageall production activities, including vendorinteraction, file preparation, quality assurance, and final delivery, ensuring flawless execution.

Collaborate with C-suite executives and management to drive high-profile, sensitive projects to successful outcomes.

Partner with marketing, communications, public / media relations, and executive leaders to deliver creative solutions that align with businessobjectiveswhile safeguarding sensitive content and privacy.

Collaborate with team members on discovery, synthesis, ideation, design, and testing of new experiences, products, and tools.

Collaborate cross-functionally (i.e., with product management, researchers, developers, and design teams) to identify process pain points and areas for improvement.

Exhibit resilience, professionalism, and integrity while navigating diverse viewpoints and challenging situations.

Stay up to date on industry best practices, tools, and production techniques.

Support the broader Creative Studios team by taking onadditionalcreative and / or production responsibilities during periods of lower project demand.

Contribute to the Marketing department by taking onadditionalprojects as business needs and opportunities arise.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Minimum Required Experiences

2 years of related experience leading design and layout for a variety of content needs ranging in advertising campaigns, data visualization, social, factsheets or the like.

Knowledge of design principles and technical needs for large-format creative, including layout, hierarchy, and file types.

Experience setting files for print and communicating specs with print vendors.

Pro skills using Photoshop (photo editing and manipulation for high-resolution print graphics).

Experience with the entire Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent communication, presentationand partner interaction skills.

Flexible in design approach and quickly able to respond and alter designs to match client expectations.

Highly responsive and can clearlyarticulaterequiredactions, timing contingenciesetc.

Ability to remain calm and professional during high-pressure situations,maintainingability to deliver onquick-turnasks and drive outcomes.

Highly organized individual, able to keep track of multiple files and project edits.

Comfortable working in a highly regulated and matrixed environment.

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with demanding deadlines and a willingness to work outside of normal business hours asrequired, along with the flexibility to commute / travel to different work sites as needed on short notice.

Bachelor'sdegree or equivalent.

5+years of related experience.

Prior experience working with project management software a plus.

Knowledge of accessibility principles a plus.

Prior experience working with and contributing to multidisciplinary teams such as marketing and communications.

Marketing - Design - Senior Associate

Target Pay Range : $94,000 - $122,000 a year

Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)

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For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.

Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and / or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring / application process, please complete this form .

The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here .

Requisition compensation :

94000

to

122000

Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at careers_mailbox@fanniemae.com.