HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Graphic Designer, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping advance the goals of U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). In this role, you’ll take ownership of our brand identity and product experiences, driving key initiatives such as supporting internal stakeholders and elevating visual communications across the organization. The consistent brand identity and clear visual storytelling you provide will help USGBC stand out and solidify its reputation as an authority in the green building space.

You’ll report to the Art Director and be part of a collaborative global marketing team environment where your contributions will help shape impactful outcomes. As a member of the design team you will be responsible for driving the visual strategy and brand identity for a global organization with a product presence in over 175 countries worldwide. 

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging digital designs: Develop high-impact visual assets for web, social media, email, and other digital channels. Ensure designs are optimized for various platforms and screen sizes.
• Environmental design and event support: Ability to apply branding and design concepts across various environmental touchpoints, creating cohesive event experiences. 
• Develop logo designs and provide brand strategy: Understand how to conduct research, analyze a brand's landscape, and distill a company's core essence into a cohesive visual language. Develop logo designs that are memorable, scalable, and instantly recognizable, and ensure our brands can build lasting equity.
• Support social media content: Design on-brand social media graphics, videos, and other visual elements. Collaborate with the communications team to create content that resonates with the target audience.
• Design internal presentation templates: Craft visually appealing and consistent presentation templates for use across the organization. Ensure templates adhere to brand guidelines and promote clear, professional communication.
• Layout reports and publications: Design the layout and formatting for reports, white papers, case studies, and other multi-page documents. Incorporate effective data visualization techniques and maintain brand integrity.
• Research design trends and collaborate: Stay up-to-date on current design trends and best practices. Work cross-functionally with product, membership, events and other teams to develop innovative visual solutions that support broader business goals and maintain brand consistency.

Interview Preparation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience 

• At least 4 years of recent client-side experience
• Experience working at a multinational business with a diverse portfolio of products, services and programs 
• Must have at least 4 years of professional experience using all three applications—Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Experience using AI tools to support design work and design thinking
• Experience designing and maintaining brand consistency in a global products organization, or a fast-moving start-up, with deep understanding of how to design for various regions

Education

Technology/System(s)

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficient or experience with Canva 
• Proficient with project management platform like Asana
• Experience implementing or guiding UX/UI best practices 
• Knowledge of the print/publication process from design through delivery
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team 
• Experience with digital asset management

Skills

• Strong conceptual and creative thinking: Ability to ideate innovative design solutions, translate abstract ideas into visual narratives, and bring creative vision to life.
• Strong eye for typography and layout: Excellent typographic skills, including font pairing, hierarchy, and overall page/screen layout. Can create clean, balanced, and visually engaging designs.
• Responsive design and optimization: Understand user experience principles and can design for optimal performance across various devices and screen sizes. Able to prepare assets for efficient delivery.
• Collaborative project management: Skills in juggling multiple design projects from start to finish, incorporating feedback, hitting deadlines, and working effectively with cross-functional teams.

Certifications

Language

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Salary 

Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range.

Benefits

We offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development reimbursement
• We offer a healthcare plan through Cigna that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs. USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and an HRA that will assist you and your dependents in reaching the in-network medical deductible. You will only be responsible for the $300 individual / $600 family up front deductible for medical services before the employer funded HRA will process payments for your in-network claims 
• Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days and based on career level either 2 to 3 weeks PTO), including operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
• 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service 

LOGISTICS

Location: This position is hybrid in the Washington, D.C. area with occasional onsite meetings required at our Washington, D.C. HQ office. 

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 9 AM to 5:30 PM EST

Travel %: 5%

EEO STATEMENT

The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED—the world’s most widely used green building rating system— and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity.

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED, WELL, EDGE, PEER, PERFORM, SITES, TRUE Zero Waste, and IREE.

We are proud to be globally recognized for our leadership in green building, environmental performance, and sustainable development.

Our Global Impact

• Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide
• Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space
• Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices

Why Join Us

At USGBC and GBCI, you’ll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer:

• A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
• Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
• A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts
• We’re seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment.

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Culture and Values Statement

Working together, each of us advances our mission by respecting all voices, trusting and supporting one another, excelling through collaboration and accountability, and continuously improving ourselves and our organization.