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Abdul for U.S. Senate: Graphic Designer

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$6,000/mo - $6,000/mo

3+ years exp

Abdul for U.S. Senate is a campaign organization seeking a Graphic Designer for the 2026 election cycle. The role involves creating high-quality graphics for various digital platforms and collaborating with the team to enhance the visual identity of the campaign.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Design high-quality graphics for digital and social platforms, including social posts, carousels, stories, ads, email graphics, and web assets

Translate complex policy and political ideas into clear, engaging, human-centered visual storytelling

Collaborate closely with the Digital Director and content team to concept visual approaches for campaign moments, announcements, and rapid-response content

Produce fast-turn graphics in response to breaking news or campaign priorities, often within same-day or 24-hour timelines

Prepare final assets in multiple sizes and formats optimized for each platform

Incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders efficiently while maintaining strong design judgment and consistency

Support motion or video projects as needed by designing graphic elements such as title cards, lower thirds, templates, or visual systems

Qualification

Graphic designAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignSocial media designVisual storytellingTime managementMulticultural competenceWillingness to learnCommitment to campaignCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaborationAttention to detailFlexibilityAdaptabilityCreative thinking

Required

Strong design portfolio demonstrating clear visual storytelling, typography, layout, and brand consistency

Proficiency in core design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign (or comparable tools)

Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices for digital-first design, accessibility, and engagement

Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities under tight deadlines

A minimum of 3 years work experience in graphic design and a minimum of 1 year in a campaign related role preferred

Must have transportation to attend events as needed

Proficiency with Excel and Google Drive

Willingness to work irregular hours including some nights and weekends

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Ability to learn new skills and take on new challenges, with a desire to learn and a willingness to ask questions

Ability to balance between competing priorities in a fast-paced, demanding environment while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail

Commitment to electing Abdul El-Sayed to the U.S. Senate

Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways

Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability