If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!
Global Refuge is currently seeking a creative and dedicated
Graphic Designer to join our Communications team for a 6-month contract position, with the possibility of an extension. The ideal candidate is creative, and fun, and has a keen eye for design and a strong sense of brand identity. They can work independently and as a team, possess strong problem-solving skills, and understand how to design for varied audiences.
This position can be remote with occasional trips to Baltimore as needed.
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as Government, community, and faith partnerships.
At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
DUTIES
- Create compelling and effective one-pagers, brochures, policy papers, and reports.
- Design graphics and thumbnails for multimedia projects and social media.
- Update the organizational PowerPoint template to make it more user-friendly for staff.
- Create a series of templates that can be used in internal and external communications that align with brand standards.
- Implement, uphold, and edit the brand style guide to ensure consistency across all visual media.
- Develop unique storytelling art and graphics.
- Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and develop new creative concepts for advertising, marketing, and editorial campaigns.
- Manage multiple projects from concept through completion under tight deadlines.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and experience.
- 5+ years of proven graphic designing experience.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality graphic design work.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, plus Canva, and other visual design tools.
- Experience designing advertising, and marketing materials
- Experience creating graphics using web standards
- Ability to work independently and as a team, and complete assigned tasks within identified timeframes.
- Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and an ability to think out of the box.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- The ideal candidate can also help on multi-media projects, has experience working for a non-profit, and has designed communications and marketing collateral in different languages.
- Commitment to Global Refuge's core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners; commitment to empowering refugees and migrants.
- Note: this position has the potential for extension or to transition to a full-time role depending on funding.
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and link to a portfolio for consideration.
Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We participate in E-Verify.
