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Part-Time Graphic Designer

United States

LightFeather is currently seeking a highly skilled and creative Graphic Designer to create visually compelling designs across a variety of digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in graphic design, branding, and visual communication—grounded in Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles. You will collaborate closely with development and leadership teams to transform complex ideas into intuitive, user-focused visual assets that align with our brand identity and mission-driven goals.
 
Location: Remote (Preference for candidates in the DC Metro area)
Employment Type: Part-Time (1099 Contractor)
 
Responsibilities
  • Apply Human-Centered Design principles to all visual outputs, ensuring that designs resonate with end-user needs and are grounded in empathy and usability.
  • Translate complex concepts into clear, intuitive visual assets including diagrams, slide decks, infographics, and marketing materials.
  • Design high-fidelity, user-friendly process flows that support technical documentation and system understanding.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to iterate on ideas and test visual solutions against real user goals.
  • Create and maintain visual templates that support storytelling and information clarity in both internal and client-facing presentations.
  • Develop cohesive digital assets (e.g., web graphics, social content) that are responsive and optimized across devices and channels.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining a design system that reinforces brand identity and accessibility standards.
  • Stay current on design tools, accessibility best practices, and evolving HCD methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Human-Centered Design, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, with a strong focus on HCD-informed outputs such as user journey visuals, service blueprints, and process storytelling.
  • Proven ability to create designs that prioritize usability, clarity, and empathy for diverse audiences.
  • Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.
  • Solid understanding of layout, typography, and color theory
  • Experience working within Agile teams, collaborating across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing human-centered design thinking, visual hierarchy, and ability to tell stories through design.
  • Experience with qualitative design research and incorporating user feedback into visual iterations.
  • Comfortable giving and receiving feedback, iterating rapidly, and communicating design rationale clearly.
Nice-to-Have
  • Experience designing in the public sector or for government clients.
  • Knowledge of web responsiveness and design for accessibility (Section 508, WCAG).
Why Join LightFeather?
You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.

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