Graphic Designer

Working America Associa•Washington, DC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At Working America, we believe in the power of collective action. Our mission is driven by the stories of working individuals who, together, can bring about significant change. With a membership of four million voices, our reach spans across various sectors, organizing those without the benefit of a union. As the community affiliate of the AFL-CIO, we unite working people around a shared economic agenda. The Graphic Designer is responsible for the ideation and creation of static and motion graphic projects for distribution across multiple channels. This position will be required to travel to field offices, ensure documentation and logistical needs are met for any project they are producing, and will be responsible for supporting and directing graphic needs for multimedia projects.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in graphic production and editing
Experience with DSLR, mirrorless, and cinematic cameras
Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Demonstrated ability to develop engaging infographics
Demonstrated ability to create custom illustrations
Basic proficiency in motion graphics development in Adobe After Effects, experience with lower-thirds, and basic animations
Understanding of optimization of designs for platform-specific content
Demonstrated ability to translate political narratives in a way that audiences without political education can engage with
Demonstrated ability to fact-check and research effectively when crafting narratives
Possess a lived or experienced understanding of the communities we organize in, particularly in efforts to communicate in communities that are majority female, BIPOC, non-college educated, and working class.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and ability to work independently as well as on a team
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and able to adapt quickly to meet project needs
Demonstrated experience meeting tough deadlines and providing fast turn-around of quality communications and working in a high-pressure environment
Strong personal planning, motivation, and time management skills, with an ability to operate in a highly organized fashion
Demonstrated political skills and good judgment
Strong background in, or strong familiarity with, the labor movement, movements for progressive social change, and political or issue campaigns
Demonstrated interest in making a career in the labor movement
Ability to travel extensively
Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed

Responsibilities

Developing creative ideas for short and long-form videos to educate audiences about public policy, candidates, and other programs and resources they may need
Designing all, but not limited to, custom illustrations, flat ads, motion graphics, unique lower thirds for video, brochures, infographics, long-form reports, presentations, apparel, webpages, etc.
Creating storyboards for more complex multimedia projects
Traveling to the field to capture stories of canvassers and the residents they engage with as they knock on doors monthly
Pitching new ideas for flat ads to test in digital ads that could bring in new leads or introduce ideas in new and innovative ways
Partner with Video Producer to generate motion graphics and static graphics to enhance quality of final products
Basic photography and photo editing of materials we get from the field
Working with Media Director, ensure that documentation is accurate and properly completed including, but not limited to, media release forms for subjects, copyright agreements to ensure publishing rights, contract terms if rental equipment or vendors are needed for a project, insurance documentation as needed, etc.
Working with Media Director, develop and maintain a digital asset management system to ensure images and graphic used are properly governed and easily accessible
Stay up to date with latest trends and innovations in design with an attitude of experimentation and collaboration