Senior Graphic Designer-Hybrid

Description

Salary Range: $61,814-$69,540 annually

Hybrid Schedule: 2 days from home and 3 days on-site

Benefits (The Good Stuff)

• 3  WKS+ Vacation Paid*

12 Paid Holidays

• 12 PTO Paid Days
• Competitive  Health Benefits Package
• Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
• Short Term Disability at NO COST
• Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST

Employee  Assistance Program

• Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding

Professional Development Opportunities

• Discounted  On-Site Early Childhood Care
• Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
• Free Monthly Transit Card

*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service

Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team. As a Senior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for designing and producing high-quality print and digital marketing materials, corporate publications, advertising, and campaign assets. Serves as a senior-level resource within the Marketing & Communications team, providing creative leadership, strategic guidance, and mentorship to other designers and freelancers.

UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.  

Principal Duties And Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead graphic designer, establishing visual style, guiding design standards, and sharing advanced-level expertise with team members and freelancers.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications (M&C) team to develop compelling, targeted campaigns across print, digital, social media, and corporate channels.
• Ensure brand consistency by maintaining adherence to brand guidelines across all materials and communications.
• Design promotional and marketing assets for all UWM departments, including print collateral, digital campaigns, presentations, social graphics, and infographics.
• Utilize professional design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Canva, and other emerging tools, with expertise in pre-press and production processes.
• Integrate feedback from team members and stakeholders to refine designs, ensuring alignment with campaign objectives, tone, and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate regularly with M&C team leads to discuss creative briefs, concepts, and design strategies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously using project management tools (e.g., Asana), ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Stay current with trends in digital marketing, web design, and visual storytelling to continually enhance creative output and professional skills.
• Oversee organization, storage, and version control of all creative assets and files.
• Coordinate with external vendors as needed for production specifications, quotes, and deliverables.
• Support organizational initiatives, including occasional after-hours or weekend activities, to promote United Way and community engagement.
• Participate in United Way’s crisis response plan as needed, reflecting the organization’s leadership role in the community during emergencies.

Requirements

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or similar or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirements: 3+ years’ experience in the Graphic Design field.

Technology Requirements: Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and related design tools, Microsoft Office in particular, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and Asana. Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and related design tools. A proven comfort level with learning new software applications as necessary. 

Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Strong art & design skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; accuracy, attention to detail, knowledgeable in desktop publishing, initiative, attention to deadlines, and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Direct Work of Others: Other graphic designers and freelancers as needed. 

Career growth: We encourage you to grow by providing formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.

Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities.