Visual Design Associate [Term-Limited]

The ACLU seeks applicants for the full‑time position of Visual Design Associate in the Development Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY . This is a hybrid role requiring two in‑office days per week or eight in‑office days per month. The position is a two‑year, term‑limited role that begins in September 2026.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Creative Content & Strategy, the Visual Design Associate will provide graphic design and visual editing support to the Development Department, ensuring fundraising teams have timely, high‑quality, audience‑driven print and digital materials that enhance donors’ connection to the ACLU’s mission.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Design print and digital fundraising materials, including donor proposals, reports, presentations, recognition listings, event invitation suites, infographics, email graphics, and other marketing materials.

Support design and visual storytelling projects such as ACLU Magazine and the ACLU’s annual report, collaborating with colleagues in the Donor and Brand Activation unit, the ACLU’s Marketing and Communications Department, and/or freelance graphic designers.

Assist with collecting photography, B‑roll, and other visual content—from developing shot lists to providing on‑site assistance—to ensure visual assets meet fundraising needs.

Provide production support, including formatting, color proofing, preparing digital files, and coordinating with print houses and external vendors as directed.

Contribute to established workflows by logging projects, tasks, and deadlines in project management software, and use the digital asset management (DAM) system to source and organize visual assets accurately and efficiently.

Ensure all visual assets meet the ACLU’s brand standards and accessibility protocols, and follow any approval processes established by legal counsel.

FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL

Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU.

Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging by respecting multiple perspectives.

Work collaboratively and respectfully to resolve obstacles and conflicts.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Detail‑oriented with strong typographic, layout, composition, and image‑editing skills across print and digital platforms.

Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and Canva.

Basic photography and videography skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff at all levels and be receptive to feedback.

Self‑starter adept at planning, prioritizing, organizing, and following through, including adherence to deadlines and the ability to manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of Dreamweaver, HTML, and CSS.

Knowledge of, or desire to learn about, the fundraising field and donor psychology.

Experience working at complex, fast‑paced national or international nonprofits.

COMPENSATION
The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. The annual salary for this position is $89,020 (Level J) , reflecting the salary for a New York, NY location. Salaries may adjust regionally if authorization is granted to work outside of the listed location.

BENEFITS

Generous paid time‑off policy.

Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, parental leave, and gender‑affirming care.

401(k) plan with employer match.

Annual professional development funds and internal training programs.

OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The ACLU does not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under applicable law.

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