Graphic Design Associate I

Education Development Center new6 months ago
Waltham, MA, United States
Remote
Part-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Description

EDC is seeking two part-time Graphic Design Associates - Casual to join the Digital Design Group (DDG), our in-house creative studio. This role will report to the Creative Director and broader leadership team to deliver polished, on-brand design across a range of formats.

This team supports a wide range of internal and external partners with high-quality, mission-driven design and product development.

EDC casual employees generally work as needed. A casual position receives statutory benefits of Social Security contributions, Medicare contributions, unemployment insurance, worker’s compensation insurance and sick leave. A casual position ends when work is complete.

This is a fast-paced role ideal for designers who are comfortable independently executing new design concepts and within established brand systems, managing multiple deadlines, and collaborating remotely.

Duties include

  • Design of print and digital projects, including, but not limited to documents, reports, presentations, social media assets, event collateral, infographics, email assets, websites, and videos
  • Collaborate with senior leads and project managers to understand the scope, expectations, budget and timeline for each product deliverable
  • Work and adapt from existing concepts, branding guidelines, and templates to create cohesive, consistent, high-quality deliverables
  • Incorporate feedback quickly and accurately, including copy edits and multiple design revisions
  • Proven ability to work in a creative and collaborative environment while simultaneously managing multiple deadlines, clients, and projects

Qualifications

This position requires strong visual design skills and educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and also effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. A portfolio of previous work is required.

  • Strong visual design skills with a clean, professional aesthetic
  • Experience producing both print and digital assets
  • Comfort creating new concepts, and working within established brand systems
  • Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment
  • Strong time management and responsiveness for quick-turn projects
  • Leverages AI-assisted tools to improve efficiency, support rapid iteration, and enhance creative problem-solving throughout the design process

Specific Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree: in graphic design, multimedia design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5–8 years of relevant experience: (agency or in-house)
  • Portfolio: demonstrating strong layout, typography, and production skills across formats
  • Proficiency: in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Figma, including Figma Make
  • Working knowledge: of Google Slides, PowerPoint and Word for client-facing materials
  • Experience: sourcing and selecting on-brand imagery
  • Attention: to detail

Helpful but not required

  • Motion graphics or basic animation
  • UX/UI or web design experience
  • Illustration skills
  • Familiarity with accessibility standards (Section 508 / WCAG)

Additional Details

Must provide own computer

Must be comfortable working flexible hours with quick turnarounds

Salary

This position offers an anticipated base hourly range of approximately $70 to $80. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EDC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation Contact

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing human_resources@edc.org or by calling 617-618-2314.

Required Skills

Production Skills
Graphic Design
Figma
Typography
Adobe Creative Suite
Print and Digital Assets
Collaboration
Time Management
Creative Problem-Solving
Visual Design