Junior Graphic Designer, Social and Brand Storytelling Job at The Dorm LCSW PLLC

Since 2009, The Dorm has been a mission-driven, client-centered mental health organization that has been bringing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to young adults, ages 18-30. We are looking for a passionate Part-Time Junior Graphic Designer to join our multidisciplinary New York City team and contribute to our goal of making a difference.

We are seeking a Part-Time Junior Graphic Designer who is passionate about visual storytelling, brand identity, and bringing ideas to life across multiple creative mediums. This role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes design, has a strong eye for aesthetics, and is excited to collaborate on projects that make an impact in the mental health space.

What You Will Do:

• Bring ideas to life through creative storytelling by preloading, sketching, and conceptualizing visual content that blends words, illustration, and design into compelling narratives
• Design engaging social media posts, digital campaigns, and email marketing assets that capture attention and drive engagement across platforms
• Refresh and reimagine existing collateral, updating assets to reflect modern design trends while maintaining brand consistency
• Develop layouts for one-pagers, flyers, presentations, and internal communications, ensuring clarity, creativity, and alignment with brand standards
• Stay tapped into pop culture and design trends, introducing innovative ideas that keep our visuals fresh and relevant
• Balance typography, color, hierarchy, and composition across print and digital to produce clean, striking, and professional designs
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Creative Operations, proactively managing deadlines, check-ins, and incorporating feedback from stakeholders to deliver polished work

What You Need To Qualify:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related creative field
• Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Illustration experience strongly preferred and video editing skills a plus
• Solid understanding of design principles such as color, typography, composition, and hierarchy
• A creative, curious, and confident artist who enjoys experimenting with different mediums and sharing their perspective
• Collaborative and communicative with the ability to accept and apply feedback openly
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines

Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week. This includes one in-person day on Wednesdays from 9 am to 5 pm, with the remaining hours worked remotely throughout the week.

Compensation: $30-35/hour, commensurate with experience.

The Dorm is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, partnership status, creed, sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, uniformed service or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.