10 Nov
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Stephen Lewis Foundation
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Toronto
10 Nov
Stephen Lewis Foundation
Toronto
GRAPHIC AND WEB DESIGNERSTATUS: Full-Time, PermanentSALARY: $70,679LOCATION: Remote within Canada or Toronto, ON (Versatile Hybrid)APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 9, 2026ABOUT USFor over 20 years, the Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF) has been a trailblazer in international development and philanthropy, challenging traditional power structures by shifting resources into the hands of local communities impacted by HIV in Africa.We work to address the inequities that perpetuate the HIV epidemic in Africa by providing funding and allyship to community-led organizations. These local experts, advocates and activists are championing health and human rights every day. Join us in amplifying their impact.ABOUT THE ROLEReporting to the Deputy Director, Communications and Marketing, the Graphic and Web Designer will work collaboratively on developing and producing creative and impactful visual content about the Stephen Lewis Foundation and our more than 90 partners in 14 countries in Africa.In support of communications, fund development, advocacy and program teams, they will conceptualize and produce design collateral across multiple print and digital channels. A skilled visual storyteller, they will contribute to the growth and reach of the SLF's brand and audience and realization of the SLF's strategic goals, including cultivating a thriving and engaged supporter base and inspiring action.WHAT YOU WILL DOGraphic DesignDesigns print and digital content including publication design/layout for reports, fundraising appeals, newsletters, postcards, bookmarks and flyers, programs, event invitations, banners, slides for videos and other creative brand assetsCreates illustrations, infographics, icons, and graphics, and edits and formats photos to support web and print designDesigns and updates organization-wide templates for presentations, letterhead, and other creativeSupports design of social media and email graphics for fundraising and advocacy campaignsWebsite DesignCollaborates with the Digital Content and Website Manager on designs for web content including landing pages for the Stephen Lewis Foundation and Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, donations pages, reports, newsletters, multimedia stories, infographics, photo essays, digital ads, and other creativeCollaborates with the Digital Content and Website Manager to ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and standards,
and best practices for non-profitsBrandMaintains and applies the Foundation's style and brand guidelines and ensures the use of a clear SLF visual identity across all internal and external communications. Advises on emerging trends and best practices.Advances brand recognition and continuity for each of the Foundation's distinct campaigns: Grandmothers to Grandmothers CampaignLeads sorting, editing, uploading cataloguing, crediting and tagging, and maintenance of the Foundation's photo, image, illustration and video database; supports an initiative to catalogue and digitize Foundation's photo and video archivesLeads or advises on photo and video selections by shortlisting selections, as needed, for collaborative reviewCollaborative StorytellingWorks with writers and editors across teams, as well as external photographers and other creative professionals to produce consistent, high-quality design materialsActively pitches and produces new and creative ways to tell stories to support communications, fundraising and advocacy goalsEventsAssists with the organization of SLF virtual and in-person events, including producing creative assets, photography and videography, and other technical and planning support as needed.For events and collateral created in partnership with other organizations, acquire and apply external logo and brand requirements as neededProductionSupports print production by requesting printer quotes and timelines, as neededDesigns to specifications by printer or partner, and uploads design filesReviews print proofs for brand accuracy and makes recommendations for edits or improvements in collaboration with the larger team.WHAT YOU BRINGStrong design skills using Adobe Creative Suite; experience with Canva is also an assetWeb design skills using WordPress; working knowledge of HTML/CSS is a strong assetCreative visual thinker with an ability to design clear and persuasive donor-friendly,
omni-channel content for multiple audiencesExcellent interpersonal and communications skillsStrong ability to collaborate, learn and adapt with a small,nimble and high production communications teamAbility to pitch new ideas and approaches to advancing the Foundation's goals through images and visual storytellingAbility to offer, receive and implement feedback throughout the creative processStrong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlinesStrong work ethic and positive attitudeIllustration, photography and videography skills are strong assetsWriting, editing and proofreading skills are strong assetsExperience using Sprout Social and Mailchimp, or similar marketing platformsKnowledge of digital marketing tactics including SEO and Google AnalyticsAn interest in, and willingness to learn about, global health, human rights, international development, the philanthropic sector and HIV and AIDSAbility to think critically about the Foundation's role as storyteller and thought leaderPersonal commitment to the values of feminism, social justice, anti-racism, anti-colonialism, solidarity, collaboration, and gender equalityWHY WORK WITH US?At the SLF, we value and invest in our team. Here's what we offer:Time off: 4 weeks of vacation plus sick and personal days; extra days off in December, as well as extra long weekends in summerComprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance programFlexibility: Hybrid remote work options and flexible hoursParental and sick leave: Top-up for maternity/parental leave and sick leaveCompetitive wages: Certified by the Ontario Living Wage NetworkWe are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis is an existing vacancy. We do not use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to valid exemptions.OUR COMMITMENTThe Stephen Lewis Foundation promotes feminist and anti-oppression principles and is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as:People with lived experience of HIVRacialized persons/persons of colour2SLGBTIQ+ individualsIndigenous peoplesPersons with disabilitiesWomen
📌 Graphic And Web Designer (Toronto)
🏢 Stephen Lewis Foundation
📍 Toronto