HomeFirst · 14 hours ago
Visual Brand Designer-MarCom (80088)
Pioneer - San Jose, CA 95118
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expHomeFirst is a nonprofit organization passionately working to end homelessness. The Visual Brand Designer is responsible for bringing HomeFirst’s visual look and feel to life across all marketing channels, utilizing strong design skills and creative problem-solving to inspire community engagement and support.
CommunitiesHomeless ShelterNon Profit
Responsibilities
Design branded content for print, digital and social (collateral, posters, emails, UX/website, social media video and photography, annual reports, event design, signage, etc.)
Develop original designs, effective layouts, and clear visual hierarchy to transform complex content into engaging and informative marketing materials
Create campaign visuals that connect emotionally and drive engagement
Develop compelling digital and printed materials for fundraising campaigns, events, programs, reports and more
Create graphics and content for owned website that aligns with site goals and metrics
Shoot still and video content, edit and create compelling content for social
Demonstrate a strategic approach for building a brand through brand architecture
Partners with writers, strategists, development leads, outside vendors and other collaborators to co-create content
Translate strategic goals into visual concepts and compelling narratives
Ensures creative work aligns with brand visual guidelines, is consistent and supports strategic goals
Works with Project Management to align timelines, deadlines, and asset delivery
Maintains consistent visual identity across all materials, channels, and platforms both on and offline
Contribute to evolving the brand creative so it aligns with goals and objectives
Help develop templates and tools for internal use
Create brand systems and design solutions with a high level of craft
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in brand design
Bachelor's degree or related experience in graphic design, multimedia arts or related field
Strong online portfolio or work samples that demonstrate creative execution, design work, video, and photography skills
Experience in branding, graphic design, art direction, typography, photography, layouts & grids, and color strategy
Ability to translate complex messages into clear and engaging visual content
Experience in creative problem-solving and concept development aligned with mission-driven storytelling
Multidisciplinary background in brand identities/systems, coupled with experience leveraging digital channels, print and IRL experiences for events
Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Capcut
Video shooting and editing for social platforms
Experience in web and user-experience design, particularly on the WIX platform
Experience preparing files for both digital usage and print production
Ability to juggle multiple projects at once, meet deadlines and collaborate cross-functionally
Experience presenting and pitching creative concepts and ideas to leaders and internal/external partners
Familiarity with donor databases, project management and marketing tools (Fundraise Up, Constant Contact, Asana, Adobe Express, Canva)
Experience working with creative teams and vendors (printers, videographers, photographers, web developers)
Understanding of data-driven decision-making in fundraising and marketing
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Additional wellness options like chiropractic care
Mental health support
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)-retirement plan with generous matching
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Commuter benefits
Workers’ compensation
12 holidays
Sick leave
PTO starting at 15 days annually, increasing with tenure
8 hours of civic engagement leave annually to volunteer
Company
HomeFirst
HomeFirst ™ is a leading provider of services, shelter, and housing opportunities to the homeless and those at risk of homelessness in the Bay Area.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrea Urton, LMFT
Chief Executive Officer
Art Stein
CFO
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