Website Editor/Graphic Designer Job at Mid-Minnesota Legal Assistance in Minneap

Website Editor/Graphic Designer (Communications Unit)

Position Type: Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt

Location: Minneapolis, MN 55403

Introduction:

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is seeking a skilled website editor and graphics designer to maintain MMLA website content and create clean but eye-catching digital design work for print and electronic communications. Candidates who advance to the interview phase will have submitted a diversity statement and a portfolio.

What’s in it for you?

• We believe in work-life harmony. This role offers the flexibility to blend remote work with in-office collaboration.
• Fridays, our offices close at noon and employees enjoy a half-day of paid flex time.
• MMLA provides on-the-job training and mentorship, with opportunities for growth within the organization.
• This is not a writing position, but, if you demonstrate (with your portfolio or later, on the job) a love of words and ability to write sharp, succinct copy in a journalistic style (we follow AP Style guidelines) — this role may offer the opportunity for pursuing that growth potential.

Why MMLA?

• We’re not just ticking boxes. We’re genuinely committed to diversity. Bring your unique identity, experiences, and perspectives—we want them all!
• Our mission? Equal justice for all. In your cover letter, tell us how your background can amplify this cause. Let’s change our lives together.
• Discrimination and harassment have no place here. We’re building a respectful, supportive workplace where everyone thrives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain, add, audit, edit and create website content.
• Produce and design collateral and digital content for our annual report, events and donor marketing materials.
• Provide additional support on communications projects as requested.
• Maintain media libraries, planner systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in web editing using WordPress.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Canva.
• Knowledge of brand standards and best practices for accessibility and optimizing the visitor experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines with a sharp eye for detail and spirit of collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Proficiency in the full Adobe Suite.
• Ability to proof, edit and apply AP Style guidelines.
• Ability to write concisely, demonstrating a love of words and interesting phrasing.
• Photography skills and knowledge of photo composition.
• Video, cinematography skills and video editing.
• Knowledge of SEO, Google analytics.
• Experience in a social or legal justice organization.

The successful candidate will enjoy working independently and in collaboration with team members. They will have an ability to shift focus at a moment’s notice, recognizing dynamics of communications and event planning may be ever-changing and up-to-the-minute.

Compensation Information:

$68,075 – $76,647 per year, depending on experience , plus benefits. Benefits include family medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) with employer match, FSA, employee assistance programs, and generous paid time off.

Application Submission:

Interested candidates submit a cover letter, resume, diversity values statement, and portfolio at https://mylegalaid.org/employment.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. There may be additional delay due to the holiday season, so we thank you for your consideration in advance.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in our employee selection process, please contact Megan Cook at mcook@mylegalaid.org.

Please direct all other inquiries to hiring@mylegalaid.org.

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. This position is subject to collective bargaining agreements.