Graphic Designer

Job Summary We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design skills and a passion for visual storytelling. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling visuals that align with our brand identity and marketing goals.

Essential Job Responsibilities Design and produce high-quality graphics for digital and print media, including social media, websites, advertisements, brochures, and presentations. Designing and producing promotional and operational materials for programs, departments, and special events, including brochures, handbooks, invitations, flyers, advertisements, programs, and signage. Maintain brand consistency across all design projects. Create and edit templates for recurring use (e.g., social media posts, email newsletters). Stay up to date with design trends, tools, and best practices. Assist in creating / obtaining content for newsletters / social media / print. Assist in planning, promoting, preparing materials for, and executing special events. Assist in collecting and organization of photographs and videos of programs and special events. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Collaborate with Marketing Team to develop and implement social media practices and procedures. Assist in supporting other marketing programs and developing ways to improve those campaigns. Represent the organization at events as requested. Perform related job duties as required. Job Qualifications

Learn and support the YWCA mission, vision, and policies to meet the goals of the organization without compromise, serving as a role model for the Lubbock community both in demeanor and in life-style habits. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field or equivalent experience is preferred. 2+ years of professional design experience. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools (e.g., Figma, Canva). Experience working with Greater Giving and Constant Contact is preferred. Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and branding. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to take feedback and iterate quickly. Strong attention to detail, multi-tasking, and problem solving. Present self professionally in appearance and mannerism at all times. Flexibility to work irregular hours from time to time, including evenings or weekends. Infrequent travel : 0-10 days / year. Pass a criminal history background check and FBI fingerprint check. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly sit, stand, bend, crouch, stoop, walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk, hear, and see Work on a computer up to eight (8) hours a day Regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds Occasionally work at outdoor and indoor events for extended periods of time Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise level varies between quiet and loud Pace varies between deliberate and fast