National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Graphic Designer (Web & Digital)
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Position Description
TITLE:
Web & Digital Graphic Designer
LOCATION:
Alexandira, VA
DATE PREPARED:
February 2025
DATE REVISED:
February 2025
FLSA:
Exempt
DIVISION:
Content & Community Engagement Division
DEPARTMENT:
Creative & Web
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:
Less than 10%, to fulfill job requirements
HOURS and SCHEDULE:
Generally, Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); unless otherwise required or approved by management. Hybrid schedule available with up to 2-3 days telework.
REPORTS TO:
This position reports to the Art Director.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT:
Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION:
None
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Web & Digital Graphic Designer is a member of the Content & Community Engagement division responsible for creating compelling creative assets for web, digital, and print.
This position is a key contributor to the organizational need for design support on multimedia production, digital marketing ads, events, social media campaigns, and print projects/publications. The position also helps maintain NCMEC's web properties (NCMEC.org, NetSmartzKids.org, SafeToCompete.org, etc.) through web design, content management system strategy, UI best practices, and component development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain NCMEC brand, visual consistency on all print publications, digital materials and websites. Create concepts, mood boards, and mock-ups for digital and traditional design projects. Collaborate with designers and animators to create print projects such as, but not limited to, corporate materials, age-appropriate prevention and educational materials, topic-based tip sheets, events and tradeshow signage, marketing ads, etc. Collaborate with multi-media designers to create engaging graphics and infographics for internal and external use for all websites, digital ads and social media platforms. Create web content layout solutions to enhance the user experience for key audiences on NCMEC's web platforms, including families, child-serving professionals, donors, volunteers and more. Provide creative design solutions and support web updates for outreach, training, and events team. Stay informed about developments and design trends related to NCMEC's Content Management System - Adobe Experience Manager (AEM). Collaborate with the Content & Community Engagement team as well as software engineers and developers in the Technology Division to maintain all websites and assets in AEM and external web platforms. Create easy-to-use page layout templates for AEM authors to use when creating new pages or sections. Develop design solutions and create user flows, wireframes, prototypes and mockups for new websites, microsites, and landing pages. Maintain knowledge of current web design trends and UI design aesthetics. Perform quarterly UI testing to ensure the usability and effectiveness of components and layout solutions. Perform quarterly ADA testing/scan to offer design solutions to ensure all websites and publications are 508 compliant. Identify and troubleshoot UX problems using creative problem-solving (e.g. responsiveness). Maintain a working knowledge of user personas, user stories, and storyboards. Leverage knowledge of data analytics and visualization to enhance content development and marketing. Support the development and maintenance of creative assets and layouts for NCMEC emails, newsletters, and campaigns. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Web Design, UI/UXor a related discipline. 2+ years of professional experience in graphic design for digital and traditional platforms and web design KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must have knowledge of design fundamentals such as typography, color, composition, and hierarchy Strong technical skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Strong technical skills in Adobe CC Library and Cloud workflow Knowledge of Adobe XD or Figma Demonstrated ability with HTML5, CSS3, Content Management Systems, and responsive web design Knowledge of desktop publishing, Adobe Express and After Effects is a plus. A strong portfolio that displays creativity and technical ability Knowledge of website layout and usability Ability to apply best practices and use creative problem-solving Strong communication skills and attention to detail Ability to meet deadlines and identify and work around obstacles Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues on the team and throughout the organizations, as well as external partners, to ensure that creative is on-brand and consistent with the organization's design and imagery guidelines. Other details
Pay Type Salary Min Hiring Rate $55,000.00 Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
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Position Description
TITLE:
Web & Digital Graphic Designer
LOCATION:
Alexandira, VA
DATE PREPARED:
February 2025
DATE REVISED:
February 2025
FLSA:
Exempt
DIVISION:
Content & Community Engagement Division
DEPARTMENT:
Creative & Web
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:
Less than 10%, to fulfill job requirements
HOURS and SCHEDULE:
Generally, Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); unless otherwise required or approved by management. Hybrid schedule available with up to 2-3 days telework.
REPORTS TO:
This position reports to the Art Director.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT:
Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION:
None
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Web & Digital Graphic Designer is a member of the Content & Community Engagement division responsible for creating compelling creative assets for web, digital, and print.
This position is a key contributor to the organizational need for design support on multimedia production, digital marketing ads, events, social media campaigns, and print projects/publications. The position also helps maintain NCMEC's web properties (NCMEC.org, NetSmartzKids.org, SafeToCompete.org, etc.) through web design, content management system strategy, UI best practices, and component development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain NCMEC brand, visual consistency on all print publications, digital materials and websites. Create concepts, mood boards, and mock-ups for digital and traditional design projects. Collaborate with designers and animators to create print projects such as, but not limited to, corporate materials, age-appropriate prevention and educational materials, topic-based tip sheets, events and tradeshow signage, marketing ads, etc. Collaborate with multi-media designers to create engaging graphics and infographics for internal and external use for all websites, digital ads and social media platforms. Create web content layout solutions to enhance the user experience for key audiences on NCMEC's web platforms, including families, child-serving professionals, donors, volunteers and more. Provide creative design solutions and support web updates for outreach, training, and events team. Stay informed about developments and design trends related to NCMEC's Content Management System - Adobe Experience Manager (AEM). Collaborate with the Content & Community Engagement team as well as software engineers and developers in the Technology Division to maintain all websites and assets in AEM and external web platforms. Create easy-to-use page layout templates for AEM authors to use when creating new pages or sections. Develop design solutions and create user flows, wireframes, prototypes and mockups for new websites, microsites, and landing pages. Maintain knowledge of current web design trends and UI design aesthetics. Perform quarterly UI testing to ensure the usability and effectiveness of components and layout solutions. Perform quarterly ADA testing/scan to offer design solutions to ensure all websites and publications are 508 compliant. Identify and troubleshoot UX problems using creative problem-solving (e.g. responsiveness). Maintain a working knowledge of user personas, user stories, and storyboards. Leverage knowledge of data analytics and visualization to enhance content development and marketing. Support the development and maintenance of creative assets and layouts for NCMEC emails, newsletters, and campaigns. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Web Design, UI/UXor a related discipline. 2+ years of professional experience in graphic design for digital and traditional platforms and web design KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must have knowledge of design fundamentals such as typography, color, composition, and hierarchy Strong technical skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Strong technical skills in Adobe CC Library and Cloud workflow Knowledge of Adobe XD or Figma Demonstrated ability with HTML5, CSS3, Content Management Systems, and responsive web design Knowledge of desktop publishing, Adobe Express and After Effects is a plus. A strong portfolio that displays creativity and technical ability Knowledge of website layout and usability Ability to apply best practices and use creative problem-solving Strong communication skills and attention to detail Ability to meet deadlines and identify and work around obstacles Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues on the team and throughout the organizations, as well as external partners, to ensure that creative is on-brand and consistent with the organization's design and imagery guidelines. Other details
Pay Type Salary Min Hiring Rate $55,000.00 Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
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