Graphic Designer

Join our international non-profit research organization and help create a sustainable, prosperous future for all. Stockholm Environment Institute is a dynamic, expanding workplace that employs around 100 people from 28 different nationalities in an activity-based office in central Stockholm (Garnisonen), and with an additional 140 employees in centres around the world.
The role
We’re looking for a creative and proactive Graphic Designer to show our work in new ways and increase engagement, clarity and visibility for the work we do.
We know our audience loves to see our work presented visually, so this important new role will fill our need to evolve and reimagine the way we communicate. You will explore possibilities for visual communication, collaborate with colleagues to develop ideas, and execute those ideas.
Key duties and responsibilities include
Creating visual assets for web and print
Collaborating with researchers, Lead Graphic Designer and communicators to find opportunities for visual storytelling
Turning multi-dimensional data into attractive and accessible graphics
Clarifying and discussing early ideas, with sketches or mock-ups
Turning concepts into engaging graphs, infographics and more
Producing video animations and giving advice on video production from a graphic point of view
Working within branding guidelines and helping to improve and evolve them
Helping us find ways to communicate the best parts of our data (but not doing the data crunching itself)
Internal trainings to the comms team and researchers to enhance design capability

Who you are
You have an impressive graphic design portfolio including real-world examples showing your work from the concept stage through to the final visual design, ideally with a focus on design outputs.
You ask informed questions to understand the context and purpose of your work, both about the data being communicated as well as the audience being communicated to. You enjoy working with other people in an international and diverse environment and you keep an inclusive mindset. You understand and enjoy collaboration and being part of a team as well as have the ability to lead on tasks individually. You are creative, curious and humble in your approach, and patient when working with colleagues who may be unfamiliar working with graphic designers. You have a positive and constructive attitude with a can-do spirit.
Due to the international nature of SEI and our projects, you must be comfortable working in English. Swedish is not required.
Formal qualifications and knowledge
At least 4 years of experience in a graphic design role
A degree in graphic design / visual communication, or equivalent working experience
Experience with software and tools of production with the ability to expand one own’s knowledge as new needs arises
Precise knowledge of the craft of graphic design, typography and branding
Experience with design and production of both printed and digital materials
Preferably knowledge of animation and relevant software
High attention to detail
Some degree of creativity to keep outputs engaging and at high degree of quality over time
Ability to estimate how long tasks take, prioritize, and deliver according to schedule
Ability to make suggestions to improve what already exists, and how, in a sensible and accessible way
Strong coordination and organizational skills
Ability to be in dialogue with a number of stakeholders not necessarily familiar with design work, always in a constructive manner, helping to build a culture around design
Willingness to work under guidance of our Lead Graphic Designer, and be willing to learn and grow, but also proactive in building knowledge together
Comfortable working in English


How to apply
We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis so please submit your application as soon as possible, however no later than Wednesday 21 March 2021, 23:59 Stockholm local time.
Applications should be written in English and consist of a short CV and cover letter (maximum 1 page).
As we only accept applications through our recruitment system, please apply via our webpage and include:
Cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
Curriculum vitae

Inquiries concerning the content of the position can be directed to Moa Engström, Head of Corporate Communications (moa.engstrom@sei.org) or My Persson, Recruitment and Competence Specialist (my.persson@sei.org).
About SEI
SEI is an independent, international research institute founded in 1989. Its mission is to support decision-making and induce change towards sustainable development around the world by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science and policy in the field of environment and development. SEI is ranked as the second top environment policy think tank in the world in the Global Go To Think Tank Report 2020, compiled by the University of Pennsylvania’s Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program.
SEI has about 270 employees working at research centres in seven countries around the world. Our Headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden with other centres in Estonia (SEI Tallinn); the United Kingdom (SEI York and SEI Oxford); the United States (office in Boston, Seattle and Davis); Thailand (SEI Asia Centre); and Kenya (SEI Africa Centre).
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