The U.S. Center for SafeSport is an independent nonprofit committed to building a sport community where participants can work and learn together free of emotional, physical and sexual abuse and misconduct. 

We endeavor to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention, education, and accountability.

ABOUT US

The U.S. Center for SafeSport is a non-profit organization focused on ending all forms of abuse in sport. We endeavor to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention, education, and accountability.

JOB SUMMARY

The Graphic Designer is a one-year temporary contract position supporting the Educational and Outreach Department and Organizational Marketing and Communications projects to develop educational course materials and toolkits in both digital and printed format. Skilled in graphic design and digital design, the Graphic Designer will translate ideas into concepts that engage and inspire multiple audiences through multiple mediums.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize for design, edit, and produce marketing and outreach materials. 
• Create graphic presentations that communicate insight and brand identity, use imagery and innovative design to guide audiences through complex subject matters. 
• Pitch ideas and develop creative and innovative design solutions for marketing and outreach materials. 
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand goals for projects and existing materials; create multiple, connected assets reflecting the Center’s process and educational goals and objectives.
• Establish assigned production schedules with key stakeholders, through the Center’s creative productivity tools and keep project production and program launch on schedule.
• Help shape and refine aesthetic of materials to create a comprehensive look and feel to communicate educational and learning objectives 
• Deliver design solutions to enhance website engagement

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, digital and visual arts or related field 
• Superior design ability demonstrated through 3–4 years of formal graphic design experience
• Proficient on a PC computer and have high level of proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel
• Highly proficient in PowerPoint 
• A portfolio/website that supports the above qualifications  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong background in photography
• Experience with WordPress

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Excellent project management, including proactive and independent development of work plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Ability to present design concepts to colleagues and to successfully articulate a clear creative vision
• Evolves with print and video trends to keep graphic content engaging and relevant; provide recommendations on trending topics, products and best practices
• Strong organization skills and highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects with efficiency and minor supervision
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, initiative, and a commitment to the Center’s mission

WORK REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENT

• Standard office equipment
• Office environment in multi-story, dog-friendly building
• Some night and weekend work hours

WORK LOCATION

Denver, CO

SALARY AND BENEFITS 

Compensation will be commensurate with background and experience. As a contract position, it is not benefits eligible. 

Pursuant to U.S. Center for SafeSport policy, no applicant shall be considered within two (2) years of employment and/or board service of the USOPC or National Governing Body.

The U.S. Center for SafeSport is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.