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Alexandria, Virginia

“Multidisciplinary” Designer

Position: Full-time

We are a method-driven organizational design and brand agency for people-centric and purpose-driven organizations and businesses. At Mekanic, we are tenacious in our belief that there is no room in the future for complacent brands or forgettable experiences.

We are seeking a full-time, Multidisciplinary Designer to join our team, someone with a combination of multiple design disciplines, including but not limited to branding, traditional graphic design, UX, UI, product design, and – in an ideal situation – someone with front-end development experience. Multidisciplinary designers are experts in several of these disciplines; however, we are not disillusioned to believe you would be an expert in all these areas. That said, we believe that design is not simply a tactical skill or an expression of style, but a way in which one solves problems, conducts themselves and creates opportunity.

A Designer for Mekanic is responsible for understanding the needs of our clients and translating them into innovative concepts and unique design solutions that align with the overall strategy for a given project. They will be engaged throughout the lifecycle of a project, from inception to final delivery.

The designer will support the delivery of designs and concepts for Mekanic’s clients and may also support business development activities. The person fulfilling this role is expected to be task-driven; it is also expected that the designer will regularly commit time and energy to keeping up-to-date with the evolving tools and techniques that are being developed in the marketplace.

Core Competencies:

• Enthusiasm – Exhibits passion and excitement about their work. Routinely brings a can-do attitude to the table.
• Creativity/innovation – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems.
• Teamwork – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with supervisors to establish a best-in-class collaborative work environment.
• Organization & Planning – Plans and organizes schedules and budgets in an efficient manner.
• Persistence – Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to get something done.
• Communication – Speaks and writes clearly across all mediums.
• Mindfulness – Does not let crucial details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
• Proactivity – Acts without being told what to do. Brings innovative ideas to daily tasks.

Technical Job Knowledge and Skills:

• Expert knowledge of Adobe CC Suite.
• Knowledge of Figma
• WordPress and other front-end web Platform design experience.
• Strong knowledge of all typographic, iconography color, and space considerations.
• Experience with creating unified brand systems that cross design disciplines across a wide range of touchpoints.
• Demonstrated proficiency in building out mock-ups, user flows and prototypes.
• Demonstrated ability to present and talk confidently about design and methodology.
• Experience with and designing for Microsoft Office Tools/Products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Expert knowledge of traditional design trends and techniques.
• Experienced in the current interactive design trends and techniques.
• Proven ability to work with technology and grasp new concepts quickly.

Education and Experience:

• BFA or Equivalent in Design or adjacent degree
• 2–5 years of direct experience in design, agency experience preferred
• Strong portfolio of work – please provide a link to your online portfolio
• Three professional references within the field

In-Office, Hybrid Opportunity (preferred) and/or Remote

Estimated Salary Range: $70,000.00 – $85,000.00 depending on level of experience.

Alexandria, Virginia

Marketing Strategist (Mid-Level, Ad Management Focus)

Position: Full-time

A Marketing Strategist with an Ad Management focus at Mekanic brings brands to market in effective and authentic ways across various initiatives. Using a programmatic approach combining brand strategy, audience research, design, and storytelling, the Marketing Strategist uncovers insights to launch new programs, products, and campaigns. They craft distinct concepts through stories and messaging that set the brand apart, guiding visibility, awareness, and action.

This person develops key resources that provide recommendations to clients and drives monthly and annual excellence. They must lead workshops and meetings that shape brand strategies with measurable KPIs.

Additionally, the Marketing Strategist oversees client engagements, working with Engagement Managers to find new service opportunities that exceed client objectives.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Analyze client brand collateral, execute audits, and evaluate trends to identify holistic brand improvement opportunities.
• Plan and co-lead workshops, synthesizing information for other teams.
• Co-lead ideation meetings on brand, marketing, and engagement efforts.
• Identify audience insights, challenges, and opportunities.
• Develop and refine compelling stories and messaging with content team support.
• Create and execute marketing strategies and tactics with colleagues, partners, and client teams.
• Oversee ongoing engagements, providing feedback to Mekanic project teams throughout.
• Consult with clients to solve challenges and serve as the main point of contact.
• Implement strategies across channels from email to social media, ensuring multiple congruent campaigns’ success.
• Ad Management:
  • Create ads on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms using team-generated content.
  • Backend quality assurance of all social ads.
  • Monitor, optimize, and implement ad adjustments regularly.
  • Ad planning, strategy, audience creation and forecasting with oversight provided by CMO.

Core Competencies:

• Humility – Does not assume expertise; demonstrates it.
• Enthusiasm – Exhibits passion and excitement about their work. Routinely brings a can-do attitude to the table.
• Creativity/innovation – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems.

• Teamwork – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with supervisors to establish a best-in-class collaborative work environment.
• Organization & Planning – Plans and organizes schedules and budgets in an efficient manner.
• Persistence – Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to get something done.

• Communication – Speaks and writes clearly across all mediums.
• Attention to detail – Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
• Proactivity – Acts without being told what to do. Brings new ideas to his/her/their daily tasks.

Technical Job Knowledge and Skills: Candidates should have experience with the following:

• A/B Testing: Create, manage, and analyze A/B tests to optimize ad performance and understand audience behavior.
• Ad Platforms: Proficient in LinkedIn, Meta, and, ideally, YouTube ad managers, with knowledge of targeting capabilities.
• Pixel and Conversion Tracking: Experience with pixel implementation, conversion tracking, and event tags (preferred, not required).
• Budget Management: Manage ad budgets, reallocate funds, and understand CPC and CPV.
• Reporting & Data Analysis: Analyze performance metrics, provide insights, and communicate results effectively.
• Creative Testing: Provide feedback on ad creative to ensure alignment with audience preferences and best practices.
• Platform Updates: Stay updated on social media platform changes, algorithms shifts, new features, and ad units.
• Association Marketing: Experience with member-based organizations and their unique marketing needs.
• Membership Growth Campaigns: Skilled in developing campaigns that drive membership sign-ups, renewals, and involvement in association activities.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication.
• Tech Proficiency: Experience with Apple, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Tools.
• CRM Experience: Proficient in HubSpot, Mailchimp, or similar tools.
• Research & Discovery: Proven ability to synthesize and communicate research findings effectively.
• Cross-Functional: Strong analytical abilities, able to work independently or lead cross-functional teams.
• Client Presentations: Experience developing and delivering client plans and presentations.

Education and Experience:

• 4+ years of experience providing consulting or strategy in the marketing/communications and branding industry.
• Minimum 18 months of significant social advertising management experience, including creating, optimizing, and analyzing ads across social platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Meta, and, ideally, YouTube).
• Experience with the association and nonprofit space preferred.
• University degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related discipline preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• $85,000.00-$95,000.00 base salary
• Requires working from our Alexandria, Virginia office, with the ability to work remotely one day a week after your first 90 days, pending advisor approval. At the two-year mark, employees are eligible to work remotely up to two days per week.

Benefits:

At Mekanic, we understand the importance of work-life balance and employee well-being, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members throughout their careers with us.

• Paid Time Off (PTO): As a new member of our team, you will start with 20 days of paid time off annually. This allowance increases to 25 days after three years of service, providing ample opportunity to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests outside of work.
• Mental Health Days: Recognizing the importance of mental well-being, Mekanic offers 5 additional paid days off each year, specifically designed for mental health. These can be used at your discretion to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401K Program: After six months of continuous, full-time employment, you become eligible for our 401K program. Mekanic enhances your savings efforts by matching up to 5% of your contributions, helping you secure a stable financial future.
• Professional Development: We actively encourage continuous learning and growth by reimbursing up to $1,500 annually for professional development. This can be applied to courses, training, seminars, and other eligible activities that advance your professional skills.
• Annual Incentive Plan: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. Mekanic offers an annual incentive plan that rewards both business and personal performance, aligning your achievements with the overall success of the company.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 10 paid holidays each year, allowing you to celebrate meaningful events and traditions without concern for work commitments.