Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer will own brand design and creative execution for key moments and lead the creation of multimedia assets that tell powerful stories. They will also design marketing materials for events and manage print production for physical materials.

Responsibilities

• Own brand design and creative execution for key moments, with assistance and advisory from the Senior Content Marketing Manager.
• Keep the brand cohesive and beautiful across every channel (web, email, social, video, print).
• Lead creation of multimedia assets that tell powerful stories.
• Write and edit short-form content that pairs perfectly with visuals (i.e. social media graphics and ads).
• Edit video clips for social media that highlight founders and Fast Forward’s impact.
• Collaborate with and manage contractors for larger design projects or video productions.
• Design marketing materials for program and product announcements, including emails, landing pages, and social assets.
• Create materials for events, such as signage, decks, and flyers.
• Manage print production for physical materials, ensuring colors, materials, and finishes meet brand standards.
• Create easy-to-use design templates so anyone on the team can produce on-brand materials quickly.
• Build new website pages in Sanity.
• Manage the internal digital content library and asset archives.
• Develop new subbrand logos and visual identities when we launch major initiatives.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in graphic design, visual storytelling, or creative production
• Ability to connect storytelling and design, moving fluidly between the two
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design tools
• Basic video editing skills (bonus: experience using After Effects)
• A strong eye for detail, aesthetics, and alignment — you notice when something’s 3px off
• Skilled collaborator who can take a creative brief and bring it to life
• Curiosity and a commitment to improve, learn, and help others do the same
• Mission-driven mindset with deep alignment with Fast Forward’s values and a belief in tech as a force for good

Key Skills

• Graphic design
• Visual storytelling
• Creative production
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Canva
• Video editing
• Collaboration
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Platinum medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unaccrued PTO
• 401k retirement plan & employer matching
• Office is located in a beautiful national park - The Presidio
• Every other Friday is a half day
• Input on the office snack order