Senior Communications Design Manager

Nava PBC

5d•$126,000 - $143,100•Remote

About The Position

Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation that works with federal, state, and local agencies to improve government services through human-centered design and modern engineering. The Senior Communications Design Manager develops and manages Nava's brand to express its value proposition and reach target audiences. The role maintains Nava's identity system and applies it across external and internal communications channels to keep the organization consistently on brand and aligned with its vision. For internal company-facing communications, this person serves as the primary emissary of Nava's brand. As part of the communications team, the role collaborates on digital, print, and social projects that support company brand strategy and business goals. The work is guided by Nava's values: Be Active Stewards, Pursue the Root Cause, Think Long-Term, Build Together, Inclusion is Essential, and Progress Takes Work.

Requirements

At least 5 years of design experience; branding, design firm, or advertising agency experience is strongly preferred.
Strong foundation in visual design, typography, layout, grid systems, and concept development.
Literacy in web-based and print-based design software and processes.
Ability to collaborate closely with a Frontend Designer and a printer.
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat; Google Drive, including Slides, Docs, and Sheets; and Figma.
Experience developing brand strategy and creating artifacts that clearly communicate a company's brand strategy.
Experience working with frontend developers.
Track record of gaining trust and respect through sound creative, strategic, and analytical thinking.
Ability to balance the big picture with attention to detail.
Exceptional attention to detail, multitasking, initiative, and follow-through skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a remote or distributed team environment.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which the candidate is hired.
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience in UX research and design.
Moderate experience in project management.
Experience in art direction and commissioning illustration and photography.
Branding, design firm, or advertising agency experience.

Responsibilities

Develop Nava's brand identity system across mediums and drive adoption of the identity across the company.
Manage brand assets, including the brand mark, typography, style guides, illustrations, and photography.
Manage external-facing brand materials, including G Suite templates, email signatures, LinkedIn headers, and recruiting materials.
Manage Nava's brand strategy, including positioning, brand characteristics, research-based audience segmentation, competitive or landscape research, and brand and identity usage guidelines.
Contribute to Nava's marketing strategy and plan to raise the company's visibility, awareness, and preference.
Support visual and communications design needs for project work as needed.
Develop and maintain internal brand processes.
Design annual reports for digital and print, including the Public Benefit Report and DEI Report; conduct competitive analysis, conceptualization, user research, user testing, and design.
Contribute to experience design for external and internal events and create branded materials for events and conferences.
Create decks, diagrams, and other visual elements for Nava's Business Development practice and contract bids.
Create templates and asset systems that the contract bid team can use to produce branded, submission-ready bids.
Work with the People Operations team to appropriately brand internal employee trainings.
Work with executives on all-hands presentation decks, including annual goals and offsite presentations.
Work with the BizOps team to develop company swag, internal request processes, and quality control.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost.
Vacation, holidays including Juneteenth, and floating holidays.
12 paid federal holidays each year in addition to regular PTO.
Eligible employees may receive a performance-based annual bonus when Nava meets its goals.
Paid parental leave for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to the home.
Wellness platform with physical, mental, and emotional health resources and support tools.
Virtual doctor visits with no copay, depending on available providers.
Earn extended unpaid sabbatical leave after continuous service.
401(k) match of 4% of salary.
Remote-first work environment with flexibility around schedule and responsibilities.
Company laptop and home office setup assistance through Staples.
Monthly reimbursement for eligible home office utility expenses.
Internal training programs and resources for professional growth.
LinkedIn Learning access and an annual allowance for courses, tuition, and certifications.
Referral bonus for referring people who join Nava.
Pre-tax commuter benefits for in-office travel when applicable.
Collaborative, remote-friendly team environment.