Graphic Designer

San Diego Blood Bank • San Diego, CA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Designer is a mid-level designer who brings creative discipline, sharp visual instincts, and marketing-focused design thinking to support San Diego Blood Bank's mission to save lives. This role is focused on visual problem solving: creating clean, compelling, brand-aligned designs across print and digital channels that support campaign, business, and communication goals. The Graphic Designer translates briefs into strategic creative assets, supports monthly promotional launches and high-volume marketing needs, and proactively elevates visuals, copy, and layouts before work reaches approval.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience with a strong portfolio demonstrating modern, brand-conscious design across print and digital platforms
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume marketing environments managing monthly campaigns, multiple deadlines, and assets across print, digital, social, presentation, event, and web channels
• Experience working in nonprofit, healthcare, or mission-driven organizations is highly desirable
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (lnDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); comfort with Canva, Google Slides, or similar tools beneficial
• Strong expertise in print design and production, including dpi vs. ppi, resolution requirements, bleed, color systems (CMYK/RGB/Pantone), and file preparation
• Advanced understanding of grid-based design, typography, layout composition, color theory, visual hierarchy, and visual storytelling
• Expertise with brand systems, asset libraries, visual identity guidelines, and adapting visual approaches across multiple brands or styles
• Knowledge of UX/UI fundamentals, front-end web design, landing page creation, and basic HTML/CSS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proofreading, editing, and quality-control instincts
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to balance speed and precision under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Collaborative self-starter who works independently while knowing when to engage teammates or stakeholders to keep work moving
• Detail-oriented quality champion who takes pride in delivering polished, accurate, and error-free work
• Culturally aware, trend-informed, and sensitive to diverse audiences, with ability to create inclusive and accessible designs
• Marketing-focused mindset that prioritizes business objectives and measurable results over personal artistic preferences

Responsibilities

• Design and produce campaign assets quickly and effectively for monthly promotional launches, high-volume creative requests, and print, digital, social, presentation, web or landing page, and event materials.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, and internal stakeholders to translate project briefs into strategic, results-driven deliverables that align with audience, brand, and campaign goals.
• Prepare print-ready files with proper technical specifications, including dpi/ppi, resolution, bleed, color systems, and production requirements.
• Review all work critically before submission, catching typos, layout flaws, copy inconsistencies, visual errors, and brand issues before projects reach approval.
• Apply design expertise in typography, grid-based layouts, branding systems, and visual hierarchy to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact.
• Maintain and work within established brand systems, asset libraries, and visual identity guidelines.
• Design across multiple brands or styles and adapt visual approaches for different audiences while maintaining quality, accessibility, and brand alignment.
• Present design work confidently, explaining design choices and strategy in simple, goal-oriented terms and incorporating feedback professionally.
• Manage workload independently while remaining communicative, responsive, and deadline- focused.
• Know when to engage teammates or stakeholders to keep work moving and ensure the strongest final product.
• Coordinate logistics and materials for community marketing initiatives with hands-on execution.
• Write, review, and edit written and multimedia content.
• Take and edit photography of locations, merchandise, and models as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies in all communications and events.
• Understand and adhere to the policies and standards as developed as part of the San Diego Blood Bank Compliance Program.
• Perform other duties as necessary or assigned to support departmental goals.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored health benefits (Medical, Dental, & Vision plans) for employees working 30 or more hours per week
• Up to 120 hours of paid vacation in the first year
• 7 paid Holidays + 1 personal holiday provided annually
• 40 hours of paid sick time provided annually
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match starting on the first day
• Employee Assistance Program - Free for employees and their families
• Service Awards and recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level