Designer
WFA Digital Insight
As demand for digital design specialists grew 28% in 2025, roles like this one at TED Conferences underscore the importance of strategic visual thinking in the remote job market. With a strong focus on collaboration and creativity, this position stands out for its emphasis on scaling ideas holistically across diverse platforms. Candidates should be aware that a broad range of interests and expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud are essential for success. Before applying, consider how your skills in graphic design, illustration, and photography can contribute to TED's mission to spread innovative ideas.
Job Description
About the Role
The Designer role at TED Conferences is a unique opportunity for a multi-disciplined creative to join the Brand Creative team. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for creating gorgeous, innovative work that brings the TED brand and its numerous products and initiatives to life across a wide range of touchpoints. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve fluently working within TED's concept-focused and strategic-minded design process, creating impactful and thoughtful concepts, experiences, designs, and identities that embody the TED brand.The Brand Creative team is passionate about TED's content and the prospect of creating a stronger platform to enable the exchange of ideas worldwide. As part of the larger Media and Curation team, you will be focused on delivering the best experiences possible across a wide range of platforms, including annual conferences, editorial channels, global distribution efforts, new content formats, and more.
You will report to the Design Director and be an integral part of a collaborative environment where no task is too big or too small. Your commitment to the health of the team as a whole will be essential in leading as the visionary on a project and assisting a teammate in the execution of theirs.
What You Will Do
- Create gorgeous, innovative work that brings the TED brand and its numerous products and initiatives to life across a wide range of touchpoints
- Fluently work within TED Brand Creative's concept-focused and strategic-minded design process
- Design at an extremely high level and provide a strong creative point of view
- Concept and execute identities and brand systems for original video series, podcasts, conferences, and initiatives
- Extend design systems for events to cover environmental graphics, books, stage design, digital marketing, social media, screen environments, templated signage, merch, and more
- Create original artworks for TED's editorial channels
- Own print production from layout through vendor handoff, including large-format signage, conference materials, and print-ready files
- Present designs and concepts with clarity and conviction
- Seek out, receive, and apply feedback in order to push your and the team's work further
- Know how to provide constructive feedback to other team members
What We Are Looking For
- 3+ years of graphic design experience
- NYC-based preferred, with TED headquartered in New York City
- A broad range of interests, with a passion for graphic design and other creative endeavors valued
- Expert fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud, with working knowledge of designing for print - InDesign and Photoshop especially
- Expertise in Figma, with working knowledge of digital design systems a significant plus
- Experience designing marketing assets - email, social, display, web - is also a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Nice to Have
- Illustration, motion, photography, or 3D skills
- Experience with large-format signage and conference materials production
- Knowledge of typography, color, and composition
- Ability to integrate photography and visual storytelling naturally into your work
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a renowned organization dedicated to spreading innovative ideas
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to the latest design tools and technologies
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your graphic design, illustration, and photography skills, with a focus on strategic visual thinking and creativity.
- Familiarize yourself with TED's brand and content to understand their unique tone and style.
- Practice presenting your designs and concepts with clarity and conviction to prepare for the interview process.
- Be prepared to provide constructive feedback to other team members and receive feedback on your own work.
- Research the current market rate for designers in New York City to negotiate a fair salary.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with design systems, Figma, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Show enthusiasm for TED's mission and a willingness to learn and grow with the organization.
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