About the job
Position Summary:
Democracy Forward is seeking a Graphic Designer to design, produce, and coordinate digital and print publications, promotional materials, and multi-media. The position is a member of the Policy & Public Affairs (PPA) Department reporting to the Director of Communications, and will work collaboratively with the team to meet Democracy Forward's design needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and create design solutions for social media posts, digital advertisements, slide decks, memos and reports, printed materials, and other collateral, ensuring brand alignment, cohesive messaging, and visual consistency across print and digital platforms.
- Coordinate with internal teams from the design concept phase through project completion.
- Translate data into easy-to-understand visualizations.
- Contribute to creating original branding for organizational projects and initiatives.
- Create compelling, platform-specific content for social media channels.
- Manage multiple projects at once, balancing timelines and stakeholder needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Other duties as assigned to support the department.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and/or Sketch/Figma.
- Experience designing dynamic, text-based graphics.
- Understanding of accessibility standards and ability to design accessible materials.
- Proven ability to handle projects, set priorities, manage details, and follow-through independently.
- Flexibility and a willingness to take on tasks large and small.
- Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills, including planning, keeping organized files, and problem solving.
- Ability to both adhere to a style guide and push the style forward.
- Knowledge of what delivers impact in presentations, publications, and social platforms.
- Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills including demonstrated self-awareness, commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Commitment to workplace inclusion and ability to contribute affirmatively to a just and equitable workplace culture.
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Democracy Forward is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We strongly encourage people of color; lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex people; women; people with disabilities; and veterans to apply. Please note that all lawyer positions require a law degree and active membership in the bar of a state or the District of Columbia.
Not sure you meet all of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to mission-based legal and policy work, returning to work after a gap in employment, or simply looking to transition or take the next step in your career path, we welcome the opportunity to have you on our radar. Please include in your cover letter the nature of your interest in legal and policy work promoting democracy and progress and what you hope to bring to our team and the role for which you are applying.
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