Graphic Designer

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. Since our founding in 2005, we have served as a critical bulwark against political extremism by advancing values-driven, reform-oriented solutions on the defining issues of our time. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, security, and democratic capitalism, and we advocate for the vital center across seven major areas: climate and energy, economy, education, health care, national security, politics, and social policy.

The Graphic Designer creates modern, forward-looking visuals that support policy and political work, as well as internal culture-building initiatives at Third Way. They collaborate with policy and communications staff to translate complex information into accessible graphics, with support from the Deputy Director of Multimedia and Design. The design work includes charts, infographics, slide decks, event graphics, and other visuals that help communicate our work to a broad audience.

In addition to policy and political design work, this role partners with the Business Operations team to design materials that enhance the staff experience, from onboarding tools like business cards and staff portraits to graphics for internal communications. The designer also plays a role in shaping the look of graphics around the office and other fun team initiatives, offering a chance to experiment with more playful and engaging visuals.

Staying current on design trends and tools is an important part of the role, ensuring all design work remains fresh, consistent with Third Way’s brand, and visually impactful.

The Graphic Designer will:

• Prepares products and press releases for the website;

• Partner with staff to turn complex ideas and data into compelling visual content, such as charts, infographics, decks, and other visuals with support of the Deputy Director of Multimedia and Design;

• Ensure all graphics are accessible, on-brand, and optimized for use across platforms;

• Partners with the HR team to welcome new staff with professional photographs, ordering business cards, and preparing bios and materials for the website;

• Collaborates with the Business Operations team to support internal events and communications with designs needs;

• Archives design files using the design team system;

• Stays current on design trends, tools, and technology to keep Third Way’s materials looking fresh;

• Supports the Deputy Director of Multimedia and Design with other graphics design needs.

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Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000, annually
At Third Way, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. The final starting salary offer will be determined based on your experience and qualifications.