Company: |
Kaplan, Inc |
Job Category: |
Marketing/Product |
Location: |
New York, NY 10018 |
Job Title: |
Interactive Designer |
Web site: |
Kaplan, Inc., a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO), is one of the world’s leading providers of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses.
Kaplan has four main areas of focus:
- Kaplan Kids and Schools, which serves schools districts through Kaplan K12 Learning Services and provides after-school tutoring to children through SCORE! Educational Centers.
- Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, which offers test prep and admissions services worldwide.
- Kaplan Higher Education, which offers postsecondary certificate and degree programs online and through more than 70 campuses in the US and abroad.
- Kaplan Professional, which offers training and continuing education for the financial services and real estate-related industries.
Kaplan’s mission is to help individuals achieve their educational and career goals. With 2007 revenues of more than $2.0 billion, Kaplan has locations all over the globe and our corporate office is located right in the heart of New York City.
Description:
Were looking for a talented and motivated Interactive Designer to join our team. As part of a dynamic, in-house creative agency, youll be strategizing, designing, and championing interactive solutions for a wide range of projects including websites, interactive marketing campaigns, user interfaces, and other interactive projects across a range of markets. This is a hands-on creative development position in a driven, fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in design or related field
- 2+ years of web/interactive experience; experience in the direct marketing field preferred
- Thorough understanding of the web and interactive space
- Exceptional portfolio displaying advanced layout, typography, color and concept skills
- Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash an absolute MUST
- HTML, CSS, Dreamweaver knowledge preferred
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized and dependable; able to multitask, work quickly and meet multiple deadlines
- Detail-oriented, resourceful and excellent follow-through
- Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with seasoned creative and marketing teams
Some of the outstanding benefits our employees enjoy include:
- 401(k) plan
- Comprehensive health, dental and short term disability & long term disability plans
- Business casual dress code
- Friendly, dynamic, team-oriented environment
- Sick days, personal days, holidays, and vacation days
- Excellent growth potential
Please send cover letter, designed resume (in PDF format ONLY) and URLs (or portfolio site) clearly explaining your involvement on each project to kaplandesign@gmail.com (Attn Job
Code: GR-M). YOU MUST INCLUDE THE JOB CODE “GR-M” IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR E-MAIL.
No phone calls, please. Resumes will not be considered unless they are in designed PDF format. Resumes without cover letters and links will NOT be considered. Resumes in text format will also not be considered. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.