Graphic Designer

About Collective Alternative

The Role

Creating visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. Development of the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and more. Digital creation and development of web designs, digital graphics, online ads, emails and more.

Our ideal candidate will work well with both text and images as you will often be required to select the type, font, size, color, and line length of headlines, headings, and text. You will decide how images and text will go together on a print or webpage, including how much space each will have. When using text in layouts, you will be expected to collaborate closely with the communications team. We are looking for someone who can bring ideas and creativity to the team. This position requires a wide array of talent, both print and digital, with a love of fast-paced and diverse work.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be embedded in the heartbeat of the agency, working closely with leadership and the broader team to execute marketing initiatives across clients.

• Work with the Director of Implementation and Account Managers to determine the scope of a project
• Determine the message the design should portray
• Create images that identify a product or convey a message
• Develop graphics and visual or audio images for product illustrations, logos, and websites
• Create designs either by hand or using computer software packages
• Select colors, images, text style, and layout
• Incorporate changes recommended by the clients into the final design
• Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
• Combine art and technology to communicate ideas through images and the layout of websites and printed pages
• Use a variety of design elements to achieve artistic or decorative effects

Experience & Skills

• No formal experience required—we’ll train the right person
• 2+ years in a similar role is preferred, but not required
• Comfort with technology and digital tools (or the confidence to learn quickly)
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Clear communication and a collaborative mindset

What We Value

• Integrity
• Transparency
• Accountability
• Initiative
• Partnership
• Relationships