Multimedia Graphic Designer

Organization Description:

FIRST Global (https://first.global) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit empowering the globe’s two billion youth through the sport of robotics to cooperatively solve the world’s greatest challenges using science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Our flagship program, the FIRST Global Challenge, is an Olympics-style international robotics competition hosted in a different country each year, uniting students from around the world through innovation, teamwork, and cultural exchange.

Position Description:

This is a full-time remote role for a Multimedia Graphic Designer to help bring FIRST Global's visual communications to life across digital platforms and print materials. This role is primarily focused on creating high-quality visual assets that support FIRST Global’s online presence, storytelling, and global events. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer who enjoys producing impactful visual work while contributing to a mission-driven organization. This is a full-time remote position, with required national and international travel approximately 3 times a year.

What We offer:

Our small, collaborative, and passionate team is more than coworkers — we’re friends.

Here you have the creative freedom to explore new ideas and grow as a person and professional. This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to inspire youth worldwide and make a real impact. From event branding to social media to print, you’ll have the ability to develop and showcase your skills across a wide range of projects. And once a year, you'll travel with the team to our international event, experiencing firsthand the global community you've helped bring to life. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401k plan with employer match, and generous paid vacation and sick time.

This position reports to the Director of Storytelling, Brand & Digital Strategy.

Primary responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Designing documents (digital and print) using Adobe InDesign, such as our event program book, promotional materials, and annual impact report.
• Helping with the creation of annual branding looks and materials packages.
• Managing and designing signage for our in-person events.
• Designing content for social media with a consistent brand aesthetic, including carousels, thumbnails, etc.
• Creating designs for printed merchandise.
• Updating the design and content of the FIRST Global website using Wordpress.
• Other tasks as needed.

We’re looking for:

• 2+ years experience in graphic design or multimedia, preferably for a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a similar field.
• Someone based and authorized to work in the United States.
• High proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite of InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Proven graphic design skills, a keen eye for effective design, familiarity with current styles and trends, and a strong grasp of layout and typography principles.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong international cultural awareness and sensitivity. Fluency in Spanish or French is a plus.
• Experience editing websites using Wordpress.
• Highly self-motivated with strong project management skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with Google Suite, Slack, and project management tools like Asana.
• Video and/or motion graphics experience is a plus.
• Commitment to the mission and guiding principles of FIRST Global.

Position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401k plan with employer match, and generous paid vacation and sick time.

English native or bilingual proficiency is required.

Fluency in Spanish, French, or Arabic is a plus.