Young Musicians Unite is hiring: Graphic Designer in Miami

Young Musicians Unite believes that every student deserves access to music education regardless of their socio-economic background. We collaborate with schools to provide free music education, which has been proven to inspire personal development, foster a sense of community, and prepare our future leaders. Serving 9,062 students across 61 Miami-Dade schools in 2024-2025, YMU is the only in-school music education program for grades 5-12 among 110+ nonprofit music organizations in the county. YMU focuses on strengthening music education in Title I schools, ensuring students in underserved communities have access to high-quality instruction and opportunities.

Learn about YMU - www.ymu.org

Role Description

Young Musicians Unite seeks an innovative Graphic Designer to create compelling visual designs that enhance our brand and support marketing initiatives. Working with the Marketing team, you will produce digital and print assets for events, social media, email campaigns, and promotional materials while ensuring consistent branding.

Key Responsibilities

• Design digital/print assets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Prepare files for pre-press and coordinate printing with subcontractors.
• Develop creative concepts for events, merchandise, and fundraising; maintain an organized library of design assets.
• Collaborate with internal teams on creative strategies; support video editing, motion graphics, and design on brand visuals for the specialized marketing efforts for YMU’s Arts Access Miami project.
• Create engaging presentation decks and marketing materials to support sponsorships, donor outreach, and program initiatives.
• Ensure accessibility and consistency across all visual assets, optimizing designs for various platforms.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field (preferred) with a strong mandatory proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with Canva, InDesign, and video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere or CapCut is highly desirable.

Skills & Qualities: Advanced skills in Illustrator and Photoshop, with solid knowledge of typography, color theory, and branding. Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to multitask. Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Asana. Passion for music education, creativity, and innovative problem-solving.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health Insurance offered and partially covered by the organization.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Mission-aligned, collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

To Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience, and a sample of a data-driven storytelling product (report, campaign, or equivalent) to ea@ymu.org or events@ymu.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

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