Graphic Designer

The Climate Action Campaign is looking for an innovative and flexible graphic designer to support our design needs, branding and stakeholder communications. The Graphic Designer will:

Responsibilities

• Develop graphic visuals for campaign collateral materials, including but not limited to, presentations, reports, proposals, infographics, flyers, banners, emails, and more that keep our goals and mission in mind by telling a visual story both in digital and print 
• Assist digital communications and planning teams with production of materials including social media graphics, ads, digital banners, and assets for website content for web presence 
• Creatively work to enhance CAC’s Campaign’s internal and external branding in conjunction with the digital communications team by enforcing brand guidelines across all CAC platforms and media, including, but not limited to printed signage, swag collateral, digital documents, and products for both our national and field work
• Contribute proactive ideas to the team for content development that benefit from graphic design and creative elements
• Manage day to day and long term priorities within project management systems using Asana, Quick Base, and our digital asset management system, Brandfolder
• Organize and track licensed assets from Adobe Stock, Shutterstock, and other stock libraries
• Promote and continue established best practices for the production processes across departments, manage deliverable timelines, and oversee other duties as reasonably assigned

Qualifications

A successful candidate for this position is a mission-driven, hardworking, confident individual who has/is:

• Two-to-five years of relevant design experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
• Knowledge of functional layouts, design fundamentals and principles, functional layouts, typography, print and web arrangements, as well as how to convert designs from CMYK-to-RGB and RGB-to-CMYK for precise colors in mixed media, and the web
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, primarily PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as CanvaSketch and other graphic design software
• Skills in video editing and design using Premiere Pro, Premiere Rush, or similar software are a plus
• Creative and has a high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• The ability to work independently, remain flexible, stay self-motivated, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, rapid-response environment
• The ability to receive and manage requests from various departments and teams, and communicate effectively with your colleagues throughout the design and approval processes 
• Prepared to share ideas and make suggestions frequently and as needs arise
• Strong time management and priority-setting skills
• Familiarity with HTML and CSS preferred
• Familiarity with environmental issues is a plus but not required

How to Apply

If the above description sounds like you, please submit a resume, two samples of your work, and a short (less than a page) cover letter outlining why you are a good fit via the application portal here: https://climateactioncampaign.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0vt5g

The Fine Print

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, D.C. CAC staff work in a hybrid set-up with in-office work (2-3 days a week). COVID vaccinations are required for all onsite work. The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and is commensurate based on experience. 

 The Climate Action Campaign is proud to offer the following:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited paid time off and paid holidays
• 401k plan with employer matching
• Monthly technology stipend
• Professional development opportunities

Who We Are

The Climate Action Campaign (CAC) is a highly effective and vibrant coalition of national climate, conservation, and progressive groups, state and local partners, and key allies working to protect clean air and promote action to address the climate crisis. The Campaign serves as an important center of gravity and convening body for dozens of organizations working together to implement the passage of ambitious federal climate policy that is centered on our goal to reduce climate pollution and accelerate the transition to clean energy and a sustainable society that support justice, jobs, improved health, and quality of life for all.

The Climate Action Campaign is based in Washington, D.C., not San Diego, California. Visit us online at: http://www.actonclimate.com/ 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to economic and social justice, and do not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you require reasonable accommodations for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, please email hr@partnershipproject.org.

Research has shown that women and members of historically marginalized groups often only apply to jobs when they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. We are committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly desire applicants with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds: even if you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every qualification listed, we still encourage you to reach out and apply.