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A Graphic Designer works with text and images to create design for printed material or web sites. Develops visual designs, such as a logo, that establish an identity or brand for an organization, business or campaign; uses design skills to improve the visual impact of advertising messages, reports, books or websites. May produce documents and printed materials using desktop publishing software and equipment. May work for a publishing company or provide printed business or marketing material for business clients.
$66,012 / year median in Virginia
-2% projected decline
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« Back to all jobs Senior Graphic Designer Contract type Full-Time Location Arlington , VA Specialty Creative Salary $85,000/year - $90,000/year Remote No Reference 513467 Contact name Kate Gilman Apply For This Job Job description
Senior Graphic Designer Location:
Arlington, VA On-site Mon-Thur, WFH Friday Full-Time, Salaried Role Salary:
$80-90
K/year Industry:
Political, Conservative Our client is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to lead the visual direction of a well-established media organization. This is an exciting opportunity to shape creative across digital, social, fundraising, and editorial initiatives while helping grow an in-house creative team. You'll partner closely with marketing and editorial leadership to develop compelling campaigns, mentor a junior designer, and elevate the organization's visual presence across multiple platforms. What You'll Do Lead creative execution for digital campaigns across social, email, paid media, landing pages, and fundraising initiatives. Design engaging content for YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other digital platforms. Translate creative briefs into high-quality assets while managing multiple projects and deadlines. Mentor and oversee a Junior Graphic Designer, providing creative direction and feedback. Maintain and evolve brand standards across all creative work. Leverage AI-powered creative tools to improve workflow and scale content production. Design print collateral, event materials, donor communications, and other marketing assets. Collaborate closely with editorial, marketing, and leadership teams to support breaking news, campaigns, and strategic initiatives. Present creative concepts and recommendations to senior leadership. What We're Looking For 5+ years of professional graphic design experience. Previous experience mentoring or leading designers. Expert-level Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Experience with Figma and Canva. Hands-on experience using AI design tools such as Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, or DALL
•E. Strong understanding of social media creative best practices across paid and organic channels. Exceptional typography, layout, branding, and visual storytelling skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong communication and presentation skills. An online portfolio showcasing digital campaigns and social creative. Preferred Qualifications Motion graphics or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro) Experience building or maintaining brand systems HTML/CSS or basic web design knowledge Experience in publishing, media, nonprofit, or another fast-paced content environment Interest in current events, media, or public affairs Why Join? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, mission-driven organization while helping build and shape a growing in-house creative function. You'll work on a wide range of digital, social, editorial, and marketing initiatives in a fast-paced, creative environment where your ideas and expertise will be highly valued. Recruiter Kate Gilman View Kate Gilman's Jobs Benefits offered See Benefits
Benefits
- Dental Insurance