Description

 
Nine PBS: Senior Manager of Brand & Design 
 
Who We Are: As an essential community institution, Nine PBS magnifies and deepens understanding of our community to help our region flourish. We convene meaningful conversations, we share thought-provoking content, and we host events that engage and inspire our region. Our unique facilities and connections offer opportunities for memorable experiences for audiences of all ages.  
 
Our History: We are a community-licensed public media station. For 70 years, we have been a foundational pillar in the St. Louis community by providing trusted, community-centered content and resources. Our core purpose is to magnify and deepen understanding of our community to help our region flourish.   
 
Our Values: Nine PBS is rooted in our four values: Community, Trust, Equity, and Learning. These guide every aspect of our work - both in how we interact with one another as teammates, as well as how we engage with the community.   
 
Our Culture: Nine PBS is an equal opportunity employer with a leadership team and culture that prioritizes a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.  
Our Team: One of our strategic goals is to create and sustain a positive, high-performing, and connected culture that prioritizes the well-being and belonging of every member of our team. Get to know the amazing individuals you will be working alongside if you are selected for this position: https://www.ninepbs.org/ourteam/. 
 
Position Description: Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, the Senior Manager of Brand & Design serves as the primary graphic designer and leads the visual identity of Nine PBS. This role is a strategic, collaborative partner with strong command of current design trends and tools, guiding projects from concept to final delivery. They confidently present design concepts to leaders and work cross-functionally to produce brand-aligned work across digital, web, print, broadcast, events, and professional materials, including proposals and presentations. This position serves as the internal expert on local and national brand standards, ensuring consistency and clarity while enabling creative storytelling. 

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities: The following primary responsibilities are vital to successfully meeting the expectations of this position in an effective and efficient manner. This is not an exhaustive list, and areas of focus may fluctuate between the primary and secondary responsibilities, as needed. 

• Serve as the organization's primary graphic designer and lead design strategy across digital, web, print, broadcast, events, and professional materials. 
• Serve as the expert on all brand standards, including local Nine PBS branding, show and initiative sub-brands, and national PBS and PBS KIDS guidelines. 
• Ensure brand consistency, quality, and accuracy across all materials, staying current on updates and changes to brand standards. 
• Develop visual identities, logos, and creative systems for new shows, initiatives, and campaigns. 
• Present design concepts and creative rationale to executive leadership and key stakeholders. 
• Translate strategy and messaging into clear, audience-focused visual storytelling for donors, families, educators, partners, and internal teams. 
• Provide brand guidance, feedback, and creative consultation to teams across the organization. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities. 

Secondary Responsibilities: These are additional activities that are expected to be performed with this position. 

• Partner with external vendors and design/order swag to ensure high-quality production and brand representation. 
• Stay informed on design, branding, and media trends to bring fresh thinking and best practices to the organization. 

Qualifications: 2or 4-year degree/certificate and5yearsor more experience in Graphic Design, Brand Management or other related fields. Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other MS Office applications such as Adobe. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)and Canva. Experience with project management tools like Trello or Monday.com is a plus. 
 
Hybrid Schedule: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule, typically working 2-3 days in the office each week. On-site work is expected for team meetings and monthly staff meetings, and project evaluations as required. 
 
Additional Expectations and Core Competencies: Success in this role is not only measured by meeting the expectations outlined above, but also in how the work is performed. The following competencies are required for this role. 

• Approach all interactions solution focused.  
• Is open to feedback and demonstrates a growth mindset.  
• Provide respectful feedback to others, as needed.  
• Share knowledge, resources, and expertise openly to support team and organizational success. 
• Effectively and proactively communicate important information to supervisor. 
• Demonstrate effective time management. 
• Demonstrate good judgment. 
• Demonstrate effective working relationships with others that are collaborative and welcoming. 
• Behave in a professional manner and represent the values of Nine PBS at all times. 

Application Instructions 
Company: Nine PBS 
Vacancy Type: Full-Time 
Job Location: St Louis, MO, US 
Salary Range: $73,000 - $75,000 
Application Timeline: Open until filled. 
Application Process: For a candidate to be considered for employment, the following materials must be submitted as a complete application tojobs@ninepbs.org: 

• Resume 
• Cover Letter 
• 3 Professional References (will be contacted when an offer is made) 
• Required: Must submit a portfolio, a link or samples of your past professional work. 

Provide a word document that includes responses to the following three questions: 

• What have you read in this job posting that is interesting and inspiring to you? (no more than 150 words) 
• How are you uniquely qualified to enhance the Nine PBS team and our work? (no more than 150 words)  
• What would success look like for you in this position? (no more than 150 words)

Nine PBS 
As an essential community institution, Nine PBS magnifies and deepens understanding of our community to help our region flourish. We tell stories that move us. We meet people where they are the most comfortable consuming content. Nine PBS’s platforms include four distinct broadcast channels (Nine PBS, Nine PBS KIDS®, Nine PBS World, and Nine PBS Create), ninepbs.org, social media, the free PBS Video App, streaming services, live and virtual events, and the Public Media Commons. Since 1954, Nine PBS has accepted the community’s invitation into their homes, schools, and businesses. Follow Nine PBS on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.