Goodwill of Greater Washington
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Graphic Designer
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Goodwill of Greater Washington .
The individual will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and executing all Goodwill of Greater Washington (GGW) and Goodwill Excel Center (GEC) print and digital marketing initiatives while ensuring consistency and integrity of the organization’s brand. This position uses creative thinking, concepts and visual strategies for marketing campaigns, organizational initiatives, and high-priority projects. The Graphic Designer must have a strong understanding and awareness of brand consistency in all outputs. The position also partners with leadership to translate marketing goals into compelling designs that enhance visibility, engagement, and impact. Graphic design duties involve effective design across print, digital, and interactive mediums. This position is responsible and will be held accountable for behaving in accordance with divisional and organizational RISE values and expectations.
Goodwill offers exciting opportunities for professional growth, and robust benefits, including personal time off (PTO), paid holidays, basic life insurance, short/long term disability benefits, individual and family medical, dental and vision benefits, pet insurance, generous employee discounts, and access to an employee assistance program (EAP). 403(b)/401(k) plan with match available after 1 year. Bonus eligible.
Essential Competencies
Action Oriented
Manages Ambiguity
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and maintain Goodwill of Greater Washington’s brand-aligned visual content and graphics.
Ensure consistent visual graphics and design integrity of GGW’s marketing and communication channels.
Recommend creative approaches, design standards, best practices, and emerging trends to strengthen GGW brand presence and effectiveness.
Provide creative consultation and insight on all graphic design projects ensuring design solutions align with organizational goals.
Effectively and efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects, establishing timelines and ensuring timely delivery with minimal supervision.
Efficiently communicate and articulate ideas, strategies, and procedures to the marketing team and operational teams/stakeholders to translate strategic goals into visually compelling communications.
Navigate design nuances across multiple platforms (digital, print, social, web, etc.) independently.
Produce high-quality marketing designs under tight project timelines.
Conduct independent research, make recommendations, and implement the proper techniques for projects.
Graphic Design Duties and Responsibilities
Provide print and digital design services for multiple internal GGW and GEC departments, and for external campaigns/promotions.
Create and update print materials (flyers, brochures, newsletters, direct mail, advertisements, etc.), signs, and collateral.
Create and design informational graphics from text and data-based content.
Communicate with and send print-ready artwork to third party printers.
Create ADA compliant graphics, PDFs, and interfaces as needed.
Analyze, report, and use email campaign data to adjust and plan for future campaigns.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of two years of graphic design experience.
College degree in a related field or equivalent plus two to four years of email marketing experience.
Understanding of ADA website compliance standards and adherence.
Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and a sense of urgency.
Experience with creating large format designs.
Understanding the difference in digital graphic output and graphics for print.
Strong design problem solving skills, and able to work under restrictions.
Strong understanding of layout, hierarchy, and contrast.
Knowledge of printing procedures, photography, illustration, and ability to work with external vendors.
Technical and Skill Qualifications
Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat)
HTML & CSS (minimum skillset needed)
Designing responsive email templates
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry Non-profit Organizations
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Graphic Designer
role at
Goodwill of Greater Washington .
The individual will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and executing all Goodwill of Greater Washington (GGW) and Goodwill Excel Center (GEC) print and digital marketing initiatives while ensuring consistency and integrity of the organization’s brand. This position uses creative thinking, concepts and visual strategies for marketing campaigns, organizational initiatives, and high-priority projects. The Graphic Designer must have a strong understanding and awareness of brand consistency in all outputs. The position also partners with leadership to translate marketing goals into compelling designs that enhance visibility, engagement, and impact. Graphic design duties involve effective design across print, digital, and interactive mediums. This position is responsible and will be held accountable for behaving in accordance with divisional and organizational RISE values and expectations.
Goodwill offers exciting opportunities for professional growth, and robust benefits, including personal time off (PTO), paid holidays, basic life insurance, short/long term disability benefits, individual and family medical, dental and vision benefits, pet insurance, generous employee discounts, and access to an employee assistance program (EAP). 403(b)/401(k) plan with match available after 1 year. Bonus eligible.
Essential Competencies
Action Oriented
Manages Ambiguity
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and maintain Goodwill of Greater Washington’s brand-aligned visual content and graphics.
Ensure consistent visual graphics and design integrity of GGW’s marketing and communication channels.
Recommend creative approaches, design standards, best practices, and emerging trends to strengthen GGW brand presence and effectiveness.
Provide creative consultation and insight on all graphic design projects ensuring design solutions align with organizational goals.
Effectively and efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects, establishing timelines and ensuring timely delivery with minimal supervision.
Efficiently communicate and articulate ideas, strategies, and procedures to the marketing team and operational teams/stakeholders to translate strategic goals into visually compelling communications.
Navigate design nuances across multiple platforms (digital, print, social, web, etc.) independently.
Produce high-quality marketing designs under tight project timelines.
Conduct independent research, make recommendations, and implement the proper techniques for projects.
Graphic Design Duties and Responsibilities
Provide print and digital design services for multiple internal GGW and GEC departments, and for external campaigns/promotions.
Create and update print materials (flyers, brochures, newsletters, direct mail, advertisements, etc.), signs, and collateral.
Create and design informational graphics from text and data-based content.
Communicate with and send print-ready artwork to third party printers.
Create ADA compliant graphics, PDFs, and interfaces as needed.
Analyze, report, and use email campaign data to adjust and plan for future campaigns.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of two years of graphic design experience.
College degree in a related field or equivalent plus two to four years of email marketing experience.
Understanding of ADA website compliance standards and adherence.
Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and a sense of urgency.
Experience with creating large format designs.
Understanding the difference in digital graphic output and graphics for print.
Strong design problem solving skills, and able to work under restrictions.
Strong understanding of layout, hierarchy, and contrast.
Knowledge of printing procedures, photography, illustration, and ability to work with external vendors.
Technical and Skill Qualifications
Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat)
HTML & CSS (minimum skillset needed)
Designing responsive email templates
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry Non-profit Organizations
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