Graphic Designer

The part-time Graphic Designer helps move One Hope United’s mission forward by partnering with the Director of Communications & CRM to produce effective, compelling visual materials. This role supports the Advancement Department through brand-aligned design that elevates brand awareness, strengthens fundraising efforts, and enhances internal and external communications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and produce graphics for newsletters, blogs, website, social media, email, direct mail, event materials, and promotional collateral.
• Design and support creative elements for the Annual Appeal campaign, Annual Report, and other fundraising initiatives
• Create concepts and layouts that align with branding guidelines and organizational needs.
• Collaborate on storytelling through thoughtful visual content that reflects and reinforces the mission.
• Prepare final materials that are accurate, brand-aligned, and publication-ready for print and digital platforms
• Assist with photo selection, light photo editing, and asset organization
• Participate in proofreading, quality review, and production coordination with vendors
• Maintain consistent visual identity across all channels and ensure files are archived properly
• Other projects as assigned
  
  

This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to support organizational requirements.

Qualifications/Skills

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; After Effects preferred)
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Understanding of responsive web design and design for mobile platforms
• Demonstrable creative skills with a strong portfolio showcasing print and digital work
• Ability to communicate design concepts to cross-functional partners
• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize shifting deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take creative direction
• Understanding of digital accessibility standards preferred
• Ability to work on-site in an office environment or remotely
  
  

Education

Related college degree preferred

Experience

2-3 years of related graphic design experience required; nonprofit or agency experience a plus

We Invest in You!

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
• Generous vacation and PTO plans
• Health, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, agency-paid life, and LTD, supplemental life insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities on-site-based Center Management Teams
  
  

A Different Kind of Employer - One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

• 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois and Florida
• Fiscally stable, $70 Million agency-- strong since 1895
• Energetic leadership and a rich community of support
  
  

One Hope United does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. One Hope United participates in eVerify.