Graphic Designer (Accessibility)

Accessibility Graphic Designer to integrate inclusive design practices within FranklinCovey's digital and visual assets, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Audit and enhance UI components within the design system to ensure compliance with accessibility standards, focusing on aspects such as color contrast, focus states, and keyboard navigation
• Create and maintain clear, actionable documentation for accessible design practices within the design system
• Collaborate with developers, UX writers, and product managers to embed accessibility considerations from the initial design phase through development and deployment
• Champion inclusive design methodologies by promoting user diversity and involving individuals with disabilities in research and testing
• Lead or facilitate accessibility training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to upskill team members
• Integrate accessibility testing and user feedback throughout all stages of the design process to identify and resolve issues early
• Maintain and update accessibility resources, patterns, and tools in response to evolving standards and user feedback
• Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of accessibility initiatives and communicate successes to stakeholders

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in visual design, with a portfolio demonstrating accessible design work
• Deep understanding of accessibility standards such as WCAG 2.2 and PDF/UA (PDF/X-UA)
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools including Adobe InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, and Figma
• Experience remediating and tagging PDFs for screen reader compatibility
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment with excellent attention to detail
• Familiarity with localized content design workflows and tools
• Experience conducting accessibility audits using testing tools like PAC 2021, Axe, NVDA, JAWS, or VoiceOver
• Strong communication and presentation skills for training and advocacy
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous learning and improvement

Key Skills

• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools including Adobe InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, and Figma
• Experience remediating and tagging PDFs for screen reader compatibility
• Experience conducting accessibility audits using testing tools like PAC 2021, Axe, NVDA, JAWS, or VoiceOver
• Strong communication and presentation skills for training and advocacy

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employee stock purchasing program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible remote work environment
• Additional wellness and work-life balance benefits