Graphic Designer – Events & Print

Job Title: Graphic Designer – Events & Print

Industry: Nonprofit, Marketing and Events

Location (city, state): Washington, DC (hybrid)

Assignment Type: Contract, 3 months

Pay: $30–33/hr (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, core hours 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on expanding access to economic, educational, and community resources across the United States. This organization partners with a broad network of local groups and operates at a national scale to drive meaningful impact.

Their marketing and communications team functions like an internal agency, supporting a wide range of initiatives across the organization. The environment is fast paced with a steady stream of creative projects and high visibility work.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a contract Graphic Designer – Events & Print to support a high-profile annual event and related initiatives. This role will focus on developing visual assets for conferences and live experiences, ensuring all materials are polished, aligned with brand standards, and ready for production.

The designer will collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative, digital, and events to deliver both print and digital materials that enhance the attendee experience before, during, and after events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create visual assets for events including signage, directional graphics, environmental displays, and digital materials
• Prepare production-ready files for print vendors, ensuring proper formatting such as bleeds, trims, and color settings
• Develop digital layouts and assets using design tools for presentations, screens, and event-related platforms
• Partner with internal teams to maintain consistency across all event touchpoints
• Modify and adapt existing brand templates for various formats while preserving brand standards
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously within tight deadlines
• Support production workflows by organizing files, maintaining version control, and handling last-minute updates

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional graphic design experience
• Strong background in event, experiential, or production design
• Proficiency in Figma is required
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Illustrator
• Experience preparing files for large-scale print production
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage shifting priorities
• Portfolio showcasing event design, signage, and digital work preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Additional Details:

• Start Date: Mid-May (target)
• End Date: 3+ months with potential extension for post-event support
• Interview Process: Virtual panel interviews
• Team Size: Approximately 8
• Organization Size: 250+ employees
• Work Environment: Hybrid with required onsite presence on Tuesdays and one additional flexible day
• Equipment provided including laptop and design software
• Overtime eligible with manager approval

Perks:

• Opportunity to support a large-scale national event
• Exposure to high-impact, mission-driven work
• Collaborative and creative team environment
• Fast-paced role with a variety of design projects

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.