Graphic Designer

Great Minds•Dc, DC

11d•Remote

About The Position

Great Minds is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join its Marketing Creative team. Reporting to the Design Manager, this role helps shape the organization’s marketing and communications through presentations, digital campaigns, marketing collateral, and branded experiences. The designer collaborates with designers, marketers, and content partners to produce thoughtful and effective creative work that supports Great Minds’ education products and mission.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a marketing, agency, or in-house creative environment.
A strong portfolio demonstrating design fundamentals, creative thinking, attention to detail, and work across print, digital, and presentation design.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and the ability to create polished presentations that go beyond standard templates.
A portfolio that includes at least one presentation or deck demonstrating strong design thinking and visual storytelling.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Strong understanding of typography, composition, color, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency.
Ability to translate complex information and marketing messages into clear, engaging visuals.
Experience working within established brand guidelines while bringing creativity and fresh perspectives.
Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and incorporate feedback.
Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn new tools, explore ideas, and grow as a designer.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Canva and other collaborative design tools.
Familiarity with HTML and CSS.
Experience working with education, publishing, or mission-driven organizations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Design brand-aligned PowerPoint presentations that turn complex content into clear visual stories using typography, hierarchy, color, and layout.
Create print and digital marketing collateral, including flyers, brochures, one-pagers, infographics, social graphics, and campaign materials.
Support event and experiential graphics, including trade show materials, signage, and other branded touchpoints.
Collaborate with marketing, content, and creative partners to translate project objectives into effective visual solutions.
Apply and uphold Great Minds brand standards across marketing and communications.
Bring fresh ideas to established design systems while maintaining brand consistency.
Develop design concepts, layouts, and mockups for review and refinement.
Source, select, and retouch photography and other visual assets.
Prepare accurate, production-ready files for print, digital, and presentation use.
Manage multiple projects and priorities, working with project managers and team members to deliver quality work on schedule.
Incorporate feedback, communicate clearly, and contribute to a collaborative creative environment.