Senior Designer (Onsite, Nashville)

Main areas of focus: Design, Digital Campaigns, Website, OOH, Event Branding, UX/UI

Location: Onsite in Franklin, TN

Eligibility: At this time, we are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in the United States without the need for company sponsorship now or in the future.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the VP of Creative, you’ll set the standard for how millions encounter the charity: water brand. You’ll balance execution and creative direction-delivering stunning design while influencing the evolution of our visual identity. This role is equal parts craft and conviction: leveraging charity: water’s signature style while pushing it further to reach new audiences.

YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR…

●      Creating and directing design across a wide range of outputs: digital campaigns, social, website, OOH, print, donor decks, event branding, merch, and film campaigns

●      Contributing not only as a maker but also as a creative thinker—helping evolve the visual system and maintain brand consistency across platforms

●      Collaborating closely with copywriters, videographers, campaign leads, and team leads across fundraising, brand partnerships, marketing, and product

●      Translating campaign concepts into clear, memorable design that inspires donors and reinforces our mission

●      Supporting and directing external freelancers or agency partners, ensuring output matches the highest creative standards

●      Applying UX/UI skills in web and digital design projects; bring ideas to life in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (or comparable platforms)

●      Exploring new mediums—experiential activations, physical spaces, cultural moments—where design can amplify impact

●      Upholding excellence in craft and consistency while embracing experimentation that advances the brand

YOU MUST HAVE…

●      5–7 years of professional design experience (or exceptional talent on the cusp of senior level)

●      Expertise in graphic and digital design platforms (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc); familiarity with UX/UI practices and digital systems design

●      A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of premium, disruptive, dignified, and hopeful design work

●      A strong creative direction; ability to take a concept and build out the visual direction as well as demonstrate ways to design and produce assets

●      Ability to balance detail-oriented execution with high-level conceptual thinking

●      Collaborative and communicative; thrive when working with a multi-disciplinary team

●      Passionate about design’s power to move people, shape culture, and drive impact

IT’S AN ADDED PLUS IF YOU HAVE…

●      Experience designing for experiential environments (events, installations, activations) where storytelling meets space

●      Exposure to motion graphics, animation, or interactive media, expanding how our stories come to life

●      Experience working with photo direction or film teams, ensuring visual cohesion across mediums

●      Experience evolving or extending a global brand system while protecting its core DNA

●      Experience with emerging tools (AI-assisted design, 3D, AR/VR) and can spot where they add value without losing humanity

YOU’LL BE SUCCESSFUL IF...

You’re a team player

You can coordinate efforts with many different departments -- both internal and external -- to get the job done right. You use sound judgment and intuitive analysis. And you know to follow up to make sure everyone's on the same page..

You value innovation

You’re always looking out for the newest tools and coolest gadgets — whether for personal or professional needs — you’re on top of the latest and greatest. You’re comfortable looking for solutions and opportunities outside of the box if they’ll increase the productivity and alignment of the team. You stay on top of the most current apps and programs, constantly looking for ways to use technology to increase efficiency and innovation for your projects.

You have a remarkable track record

You have a history of leading successful initiatives with measurable results that have impacted the bottom line. Your years of applicable experience have cultivated your wisdom and nuanced creativity for this position.

TEAM OVERVIEW

The Creative team is a deeply passionate group of designers, videographers, editors, project managers and storytellers. They’re responsible for gathering inspiring content and crafting one-of-a-kind stories from the countries we serve. They help our amazing community of supporters be more aware of the global water crisis, compelling them to take action.

HIRING TIMELINE

This role was posted on October 29th, 2025 and will remain open for approximately 90 days.

SALARY RANGE

This is an exempt role with a range of $88,604 - $104,240 a year.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Unlimited PTO

Summer Fridays

6-week paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of employment

Annual bonus potential through The Pool

401k plan employer match

Medical covered at 85% Dental/Vision contributions

FSA dependent day care FSA

Employer-paid life insurance, STD, LTD

16-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents

Stipends for Professional Development and a You-do-You Perk

TSA Pre-check reimbursement

2-4 annual travel requirements that foster team alignment, connection and in-person collaboration

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

At charity: water, we believe that water changes everything. We work with local implementing partners to fund sustainable solutions that provide clean and safe drinking water to people around the world. Since 2006, with a diverse team of world-changers and an unstoppable community of supporters, we’ve brought clean water to more than 20 million people worldwide. With the makings of a mid-size tech startup, we’re reinventing charity through endless innovation, contagious passion, beautifully crafted stories, and a powerful brand that inspires a new kind of generosity.

At charity: water, we value every background, identity, and experience. We believe that a diverse team, informed by different cultures and perspectives, makes us stronger. We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to be an organization in which everyone is respected and heard. We commit to providing genuine opportunities for all people to thrive. And we will continue to embed diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equality in everything we do.

Note, charity: water will never ask you for your credit card or financial information during the interview process. Should you receive a message requesting this information, please mark the email as spam and report here.

Salary : $88,604 - $104,240