This is a remote position.
The Graphic Designer serves as CCAoA ’s principal visual storyteller, creating compelling and high-quality designs that amplify the voice of child care across membership, events, research, products, partnerships, and advocacy efforts.
Conceptualize, design, and produce a variety of visual materials, including research reports, one-pagers, white papers, brochures, digital assets, event collateral, and presentations.
Ensure all designs are aligned with the organization’s brand guidelines, maintaining consistency and visual impact across all platforms.
Provide ongoing brand guidance to internal teams and external partners, ensuring adherence to design best practices.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining quality and creativity.
Quickly iterate on designs based on stakeholder feedback, demonstrating adaptability and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Collaborate closely with the Senior Content Manager to develop and maintain production schedules.
Support other departments by creating branded templates for internal and external presentations.
Offer creative input and strategic recommendations to enhance visual storytelling across platforms.
Design digital assets for social media, web, and email marketing, with a strong understanding of mobile-friendly and responsive design.
Plan, shoot, and edit videos and podcasts to support campaigns, projects, and educational initiatives.
Stay informed on design trends, new tools, and emerging best practices to continuously elevate the organization’s visual presence.
Work with external vendors (printers, production houses) to ensure cost-effective and efficient execution of design projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a professional graphic design role, with a strong portfolio demonstrating a range of design work across digital and print.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is required.
Proficiency in Flourish cloud-based data visualization software is strongly desired.
Experience with motion graphics, video editing, and multimedia design is a strong plus.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment without compromising quality.
Experience implementing and maintaining brand guidelines across various platforms.
Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for design integration.
Comfortable taking feedback and iterating rapidly to meet stakeholder needs.
Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring polished and professional outputs.
Portfolio including examples of data visualization and/or infographics required —applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
Flexible Spending Account options for Health and Dependent Care too!
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation days, sick days, paid holidays, school events leave and personal leave to recharge and pursue your passions.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Whether the position is remote or hybrid, we accommodate your needs to help you achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our competitive 403b match program and retirement planning resources.
Child Care Stipend: A monthly subsidy to help cover the cost of child care - including camps and before/after school care.
Community: Our staff regularly plan engaging events to ensure that teams feel connected despite a virtual environment.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

graphic designvisual communicationdata visualizationmotion graphicsvideo editingmultimedia designbrand guidelinesdigital asset designresponsive designpresentation design

Soft Skills

project managementadaptabilitycreativityattention to detailcollaborationsolutions-oriented mindsettime managementfeedback incorporationstrategic recommendationshigh-volume work efficiency

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Graphic DesignBachelor's degree in Visual Communication