Graphic Designer

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation•Missoula, MT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Designer is a creative contributor on the RMEF Creative Services team, responsible for bringing new ideas, original visual concepts, and high-quality design execution to a variety of multimedia projects. This role is not limited to production; it requires a proactive, collaborative mindset, strong conceptual thinking, and a passion for visual storytelling. Designers are expected to actively participate in creative development, offer fresh perspectives, and continuously raise the bar for RMEF’s brand expression across platforms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field preferred.
Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design and production; nonprofit experience is a plus.
Strong background in both print and digital design, including manual and digital prepress production.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to produce accurate, print-ready files and adapt designs for digital formats.
Strong attention to detail, particularly in proofing and file preparation.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with creative and marketing teams.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit experience is a plus.
Knowledge of wildlife conservation and outdoor heritage topics is preferred but not required.
Skilled in basic construction techniques for exhibit and display production (preferred, not required).

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and proactively contribute new visual concepts, layout ideas, and storytelling techniques to produce a range of impactful communication materials.
Take creative ownership of assigned projects, bringing originality and brand alignment to all print, digital, and multimedia outputs.
Create digital graphics for web, email, and social media platforms to support RMEF’s online initiatives.
Design and produce materials for events, presentations, and campaigns.
Maintain RMEF’s corporate identity standards while producing creative, impactful work across multiple mediums.
Support multimedia projects, including tradeshow displays, banners, and exhibits, as needed.
Collaborate with the Creative Director and Senior Graphic Designer to understand project objectives, design parameters, as well as brand and strategy requirements.
Present design concepts and proofs for feedback and refinement.
Work alongside internal stakeholders, photographers, illustrators, and external vendors to bring creative projects to completion.
Produce publication-quality, print-ready files for a variety of printed materials, utilizing industry-standard prepress workflows.
Collect, organize, and prepare all necessary digital assets and supporting files for production.
Ensure technical accuracy and adherence to vendor specifications.
Stay current on trends, tools, and technologies in design and production.
Continuously seek ways to enhance creativity, visual storytelling, and design effectiveness.
Create publication-quality illustrations based on individual skills and project needs.
Assist with photography, video production, or exhibit building as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the organization.