Graphic Designer & Content Creator

About the Role

Join the communications team of the Goldman Environmental Prize as a Graphic Designer & Content Creator. Reporting directly to the Communications Director, you will develop visual materials that support the messaging about the Prize and its awardees. This involves collaborating closely with team members, staff, and external vendors to create digital and print assets, short-form videos, social media content (both organic and paid), brand templates, visual libraries, and event-related collateral.

Opportunity

This newly established position allows you to define and expand its scope. Through various creative mediums such as graphic design and video production, you'll promote the important work of grassroots environmental leaders globally. With increasing engagement, you will gain chances to lead brand development, content strategy, and campaign initiatives alongside the communications team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce captivating visuals for digital platforms and print, including social media, websites, emails, and events.
• Update and enhance brand-consistent templates, graphics, and layouts.
• Work collaboratively with communications colleagues to turn ideas into effective visuals.
• Edit and assemble short videos highlighting Prize recipients, including quick mobile-shot footage.
• Organize and manage a comprehensive library of videos, photos, and branding assets.
• Communicate with sensitivity and inclusivity to represent Prize winners from varied global and political backgrounds, focusing on storytelling.
• Keep abreast of advancements in design technologies and AI-integrated tools.
• Assist Prize winners and staff during the annual Prize tour held each April.

Additional Opportunities as Role Evolves

• Participate in developing dynamic campaign and brand guidelines.
• Contribute to strategy creation, editorial planning, and content scheduling.
• Engage in light copywriting and social media content organization.
• Take on additional tasks as necessary.

Organization Overview

Founded in 1989 by Richard and Rhoda Goldman, the Goldman Environmental Foundation recognizes and inspires grassroots environmental activism worldwide through the Goldman Environmental Prize. Awarded annually near Earth Day in San Francisco, the Prize honors individuals demonstrating enduring and impactful efforts to protect nature, providing unrestricted funds, global recognition, and visibility to their causes.

Compensation and Work Location

The position offers an annual salary ranging from $95,000 to $115,000 based on expertise. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. Work is conducted in a hybrid model with two days onsite (typically Tuesday and Wednesday) in San Francisco and the remaining days remote. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Application Process

Applications must include a resume, thoughtful cover letter, portfolio link, and salary expectations; those without cover letters will not be considered. Preference is given to submissions before August 16, 2026, and the role remains open until filled. The hiring process includes review, video and in-person interviews, a candidate exercise, and reference/background checks.

Additional Information

The foundation promotes equal opportunity employment and emphasizes clear, original application materials. Applicants are encouraged to contact the designated representative for technical assistance. High application volume limits individual status updates.