Graphic Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
As a Graphic Designer at BGCAA, you will play a pivotal role in visually communicating our mission, programs, and impact to our diverse audiences. You will collaborate closely with our marketing and communications team to design and produce a wide range of materials, including digital and print collateral, social media graphics, event signage, reports, and more. We are looking for a creative individual with a passion for nonprofit work and a keen eye for design.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

- Design and produce compelling visual assets that effectively communicate our nonprofit's mission, programs, and impact.
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop design concepts and strategies for various projects and campaigns.
- Ensure all design materials adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity across all channels.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in graphic design, as well as emerging technologies and tools.
- Provide creative input and contribute ideas to enhance the overall effectiveness of our communications and marketing efforts.
- Collaborate with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialized design projects.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Brainstorm creative concepts with Marketing and other internal teams to create or support new products such multimedia presentations, membership messaging/graphics, digital marketing efforts
- Attends staff meetings as prescribed
- Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
- Proven experience (3+ years) working as a graphic designer, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work, including both digital and print materials.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
- Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, layout principles, and graphic design best practices.