Who you are

• 3-10 years of graphic design experience, specifically in brand identity and the creation of mobile ad units driving engaging experiences
• Link to an online portfolio, featuring creative work directly aligned with the responsibilities of this role
• Advanced experience with Adobe Photoshop; proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Google Slides
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly independent; capable of composing a brief, asking relevant questions, then completing the work in a manner that addresses the project’s goals with minimal oversight
• Advanced knowledge of design principles such as color theory, typography, modular grid systems, and more
• Attentive to craft feedback and able to quickly iterate on compositions based on collaborative creative input
• Ability to complete tight deadlines
• Great teammate with desire to place focus on the success of the collective versus individual
• At least 2 references speaking to professional competence
• Based in Eastern Time Zone (or Central/Pacific Time Zones with flexibility for Eastern-leaning hours)

What the job involves

• Zynga is seeking an outstanding individual in the contract role of Senior Graphic Designer to work alongside our Ad Monetization team in crafting engaging mobile ad experiences
• This individual will arrive at Zynga with a portfolio of work highlighting their ability to build appealing compositions that deliver impactful messaging on behalf of the brands they represent
• The Senior Graphic Designer will be responsible for the production of assets tied to live and prospective marketing campaigns — featuring prominent international brands — as well as internal team collateral
• This individual will be frequently asked to deliver high quality, engaging designs on abbreviated timelines, working closely with other Designers, Project Managers, Account Managers, and Software Developers
• This role will report to a Creative Director
• Creation of presentation slides and social media assets on behalf of Zynga’s Ad Monetization team
• Contribution to the growth and definition of the team’s brand positioning
• Design layouts for rich media ad units — and additional mobile ad formats — that lead to engaging experiences for our users
• Optimally (and often, independently) communicate the merits of your work to a wide variety of team personnel, including: account managers, brand partners, designers, software developers, and more
• Design assets geared towards meeting and achieving the goals of the creative briefs that precede them with minimal direction
• Represent the team, independently, in both internal and external creative reviews
• Follow brand/style guides for our brand partners closely, as well as internal game and partner teams
• Work with the Creative Director to both conceptualize and iterate on compositions for deployment across mobile platforms
• Stay attuned to shifting industry tactics and standards, helping to define the team’s processes along the way for maximum efficacy

Benefits

• COMPENSATION - Performance bonuses, opportunities for equity participation & retirement/pension savings support
• HEALTH - Medical, dental & vision covered for employees, with participation for employees eligible dependents, plus disability and life insurance program
• FAMILY - Generous parental leave for birth parents, partners and adoptive families, plus Infertility support, emergency child care and flexible time-off policies
• WELLNESS - Gym benefits, wellness programs, employee assistance programs and generous time-off policies
• FOOD - Food and snacks made in-house or delivered, healthy snack kitchens with drinks and treats, coffee bars, regular social gatherings and happy hours
• WORK & LIFE - Flexible time-off policies (DTO), office rest areas, gaming spaces, employee discounts and more
• TRANSIT BENEFITS - Shuttle service in select locations, commuter/parking benefits, secure bicycle storage, business travel assistance
• RESOURCE GROUPS - Women at Zynga (WAZ), zCares charitable giving, zParents, zEndurance adventure club, BZU, zPride LGBTQ+ inclusion and belonging