About StriveTogether
StriveTogether is a national movement with a clear purpose: helping every child succeed in school and in life from cradle to career, regardless of race, ethnicity, zip code or circumstance. We refuse to settle for a world where a child’s potential is dictated by the conditions into which they are born. We work to break down barriers, change systems and improve outcomes for as many families as possible.
The StriveTogether team is passionate, talented and dedicated to achieving our mission. We seek and value all kinds of diversity and work hard to eliminate inequities in ourselves, our organization and our communities. Our goals are bold, so we support each other to try new things, have tough conversations and push for change. As we work, we share learning and progress, use data to make decisions and celebrate our wins.
About you
You’re an ethical designer and empathic creative that places high value on equitable, inclusive and accessible design and the authentic representation of people and communities. Leading with curiosity and humility, you are independent, detail-oriented and eager to take the initiative and roll up your sleeves when needed — whether that’s emailing someone for higher-res photos or reaching out to stakeholders to ensure your visuals portray the heart of the message they intended to communicate. You have a portfolio that showcases your ability to create layouts and present complex data or information in digestible ways. Your overall body of work demonstrates that you can prioritize the perspectives of your audience in a way that centers and elevates their voices. When it comes to project planning, you can self-manage along timelines and hold yourself accountable to the team, communicating when you need support.
At StriveTogether, we’re dedicated to eliminating racial inequities. To be successful in this role, you must understand the challenges faced by marginalized communities — including but not limited to barriers of race, ethnicity, class, ability, immigration status, gender and their intersections.
About the position
The role of a graphic designer at StriveTogether is to change hearts and minds, raise awareness, shift narratives and share truth around systemic inequities in creative and innovative ways. Reporting to the Creative Lead, the Graphic Designer supports the design and production of collateral and visual content. This role calls for a visual storyteller to help execute the organization’s brand story and visual standards through a variety of digital and print formats. They will create or update existing materials, graphics and presentations. They will adhere to brand standards across a variety of communications for key audiences, including in-house/cross-departmental support, investors, field influencers, the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network and the broader social impact field.
Responsibilities
Generate strong, clean designs for print and digital, including but not limited to brochures, reports, publications, infographics, social media assets, coaching collateral, advertisements, presentations, annual convening collateral and myriad special projects
Uphold organization’s visual identity guidelines and act as a brand advocate
Place detailed attention on hierarchy of typography, use of colors, and a sensitivity to audience and brand appropriate photography
Manage multiple projects ranging from a single day to several weeks
Convert complex ideas, content and data into easy-to-understand visuals and infographics
Participate in creative thinking sessions, sometimes with non-creatives
Present project progress at pre-determined stages
Possess a willingness to both receive art direction when appropriate, and the courage to express the rationale of an idea that serves the project’s anticipated results
Hold containers of constructive feedback rooted in equitable design and the organization’s mission, not simply aesthetics and place design emphasis on creating in a way that centers and elevates the voices of those we serve
Work collaboratively with a highly communicative marketing and communication team
Qualifications
Unwavering commitment to racial equity
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent work experience
Three to five years design experience, nonprofit/civic sector preferred but not required
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop)
After Effects and Premiere Pro skills preferred but not required
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on PowerPoint and Word
Proven experience of designing within brand standards
Knowledge of creating print-ready files
Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced and energetic environment
Demonstrated experience in designing infographics from complex content
Excellent communication skills — interpersonal, oral and written
Strong organizational, problem-solving and time management skills
Comfortable working on a team as well as completing tasks as an individual
Ability to approach situations and challenges with flexibility and levity
Ability to take initiative, follow through, meet deadlines, and solicit and incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders
Some travel may be required, up to 10%
Position Details
This is an exempt position with a salary of $55,000-$75,000. StriveTogether offers competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and skills. This position will work out of the Cincinnati, Ohio or Chicago, Illinois office.
Please submit resume, cover letter and link to a portfolio while applying to this role.
Please submit resume, cover letter and link to a portfolio while applying to this role.
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