Company Description: 818 Political is a full-service political consulting firm dedicated to helping Democratic candidates win elections and create meaningful change through effective governance. We also work with non-profits and advocacy groups. The team is composed of experienced campaign professionals with expertise in direct mail, digital strategy, data, fundraising, texting, social media, research, and strategic planning.
Our goal is to increase representation of all kinds in elected positions, with a particular focus on women. 818 Political prioritizes building positive, effective campaigns that resonate with voters and advance progressive values. Client success is central to the organization’s mission, and staff work collaboratively to deliver high-impact, results-oriented campaign solutions. Team members can expect a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment that values creativity and strategic thinking.
Role Description: The On Staff Graphic Designer is a part-time, virtual role. Applicants must be EST, please. This position is responsible for designing print and digital materials that support Democratic campaigns and non-profit marketing, including mail pieces, social media graphics, digital ads, and branded collateral.
Day-to-day tasks include collaborating with campaign strategists and other team members to translate messaging into compelling visual concepts, creating and refining logos and branding assets, and preparing production-ready files for vendors and digital platforms.
The Graphic
Designer will work within existing brand guidelines when needed, while also developing new creative directions that align with client goals and voter outreach strategies. The role requires managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining a high standard of design quality and consistency across all deliverables.
Qualifications
• Strong Graphic Design and Graphics skills, with the ability to produce high-quality visual materials for print and digital.
• Experience in Logo Design and Branding, including creating campaign identities that are cohesive, memorable, and aligned with strategic messaging.
• Proficiency in Typography and layout design, with attention to readability, hierarchy, and the effective use of type across varied formats.
• Advanced skills in industry-standard design software (such as Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and familiarity with digital file formats and production requirements.
• Ability to interpret creative briefs, incorporate feedback constructively, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional campaign teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the capacity to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant design work;
experience with political campaigns or advocacy organizations is a plus. 818 prides itself on products that are unique to each of our clients. No room for cookie cutter here.
• Relevant education or training in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.