Since 1984, Share Our Strength® has led the fight against hunger and poverty by inspiring and organizing individuals and businesses to share their strengths. Today, through the No Kid Hungry campaign, , Share Our Strength is ending childhood hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need. No child should go hungry in America – we’re on our way to making that a reality and we want you to join us. We’re bold, creative, always open to new ideas, and 100% dedicated to our mission. If that sounds like you, we’d like you to consider becoming part of our team.
The Associate, Design is an important role on the Integrated Brand Team, which consists of the creative, storytelling and digital marketing teams within the Communications department at Share Our Strength. This role supports the organization's social media and other digital and print design projects, manages a suite of digital design templates and PowerPoint decks, and helps to maintain brand integrity across all of our design work. Its focus is on strengthening brand awareness and serving the needs of various internal business owners and external stakeholders.
All interested candidates at the time of applying for this position must provide a diverse portfolio of digital ads, implemented social campaigns, print, and editorial design.
This position is preferably based in Washington, DC, but could be fully remote for the right candidate. The position offers a salary range of $60k-$65k. Exact compensation within the stated salary range may vary based on skills, experience, internal equity, and geographical location.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with the Senior Manager, other designers and the Brand team to develop consistent, innovative design for all of the organization’s social channels as well as other digital content including ads, websites, data visualization, infographics, motion graphics, etc.
- Assist with design and production work of branded marketing and event materials, as needed.
- As the design team’s point of contact for social engagement, work closely with our social media team to develop compelling visual content and ideas to elevate the brand, both as part of the brand’s long term strategic vision as well as during rapid response moments.
- Monitor and report on social media content trends, technology changes, and innovations in the landscape. Explore and implement new ideas, analyze and identify effective content, and test content variations.
- Maintain a consistent visual brand presence across our social media properties (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Work closely with other teams to create and update PowerPoint decks and resources to help secure successful partnerships and aid in fundraising goals.
- Lead the creation of Canva specific templates and manage updates of all templated materials for teams across the organization. Help manage and deploy a library of templated assets.
- Work closely with program and field teams to identify design needs and provide templated solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic or communication arts or equivalent preferred
- 3+ years of demonstrated graphic design experience (nonprofit and/or agency experience a plus).
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) and MS Office is required.
- Knowledge of other Adobe software including Premiere, XD, AfterEffects, as well as experience with CapCut, Canva, Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint, HTML/CSS and WordPress are a plus.
- Proven skills in typography, layout, and branding, and enthusiasm for new design trends and technological resources.
- Familiarity with digital platforms, including the most up-to-date digital trends and user and social media best practices.
- Strong illustration skills, and ability to adapt to branding style.
- Knowledge and experience with project management platforms, familiarity of Asana is a plus.
- Experience with video production and/or photography skills are a plus.
- General understanding of printing methods and print production.
- Must be able to learn new technology applications for communications and design.
- Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Able to adapt to changing circumstances in a busy environment while maintaining a creative approach to solving problems.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to maintain strong professional relationships with a range of groups, volunteers and associates both in person and by writing/phone.
- Excellent problem-solving and implementation skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PLAN:
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan which currently includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement, wellness benefits, and paid time off (vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, holiday, parental leave, bereavement leave, military leave, and jury duty leave).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Share Our Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, age, or any other classification protected by law.PI281270197