Senior Graphic Designer

About Donorbox

Donorbox is a leading fundraising platform and donor management system for nonprofit organizations. Our mission is to accelerate positive impact worldwide by helping nonprofits become highly effective at raising funds and managing their supporter base. Since 2014, we have powered more than 80,000 global organizations to raise over $2B in donations. 🚀

Our fast-growing company is profitable and bootstrapped with a healthy run rate. We have a fully distributed and diverse 120-person team based in 16+ states and 23+ countries.

🏅In 2023, Donorbox achieved the Leader status in Nonprofit and was recognized for Best Functionality & Features in Fundraising by GetApp. We're proud of what we do, and our product reflects it!

The Role

We are seeking an innovative and visionary Senior Graphic Designer to lead our creative team and drive the development of compelling, brand-aligned campaigns. The ideal candidate will bring a strong strategic mindset, exceptional leadership abilities, and a knack for art direction. This role requires someone who can seamlessly blend creative vision with execution, delivering exceptional work that inspires audiences and achieves business goals. 

Responsibilities

1. Creative Leadership:

• Develop and oversee creative strategies across various platforms, ensuring alignment with brand goals and messaging.
• Create attention grabbing graphics for paid and organic campaigns on social media.
• Work with our video editors to create storyboards and supporting graphics for all our videos.
• Champion innovative ideas, pushing the boundaries of creativity while maintaining function over form.

• Lead the creative process from concept to completion, ensuring deliverables are on time and meet high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, product, and sales) to integrate creative solutions into broader campaigns.
• Present creative concepts to stakeholders and clients, articulating the vision and value effectively.

• Provide hands-on art direction, guiding the visual identity of campaigns and ensuring cohesive storytelling.
• Review and refine designs and video, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and market trends.
• Stay updated on industry design practices, tools, and technologies to continuously enhance the creative process.

• Analyze market trends and audience insights to inform creative strategies.
• Advocate for brand consistency across all channels and mediums.
• Evaluate campaign performance, using data to refine and improve future efforts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a senior graphic design, including art direction.
• A robust portfolio showcasing diverse campaigns and your expertise in art direction.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator & Photoshop) and an understanding of emerging creative tools.
• Skills with Adobe After Effects are advantageous.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in both agency and in-house environments.
• Familiarity with digital marketing trends, including social media, video production, and interactive design.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity with confidence.

Details

• Fully remote based in South Africa
• Salary: $16k-$30k USD per annum

Benefits & Perks

• Fully remote work from the comfort of your home
• Eligibility for employee equity plan (stock options)
• Reimbursement package for home office expenses, up to $1.5k
• Health insurance premium reimbursements, up to 75% for you and your family
• Generous time off policy of 21 days (birthday included 🎉), 8 holidays of your choice, and 2 paid volunteer days
• Wellness program with fitness and mindfulness classes
• Love your work and our mission of serving nonprofits!

The Application Process

We have 5 stages:

1. Apply here and fill out our questions to tell us about you!
2. Prescreen Call with Talent Acquisition Associate
3. Interview with Hiring Manager
4. Assignment
5. Final Interview

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply today and let us know why. We look forward to hearing from you!