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The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is a public benefit corporation whose mission is to improve human health and wellbeing through the built environment. Public benefit corporations like IWBI are an emerging U.S. structure for corporations committed to balancing public benefits with profitability - harnessing the power of private capital for greater good. IWBI administers the WELL Building Standard (WELL) - a performance-based system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of buildings that impact the health and wellbeing of the people who live, work, and learn in them. Fulfilling the vision of IWBI Founder Paul Scialla, IWBI has a pioneering altruistic capitalism model that will address social responsibility and demonstrate a sustainable model for philanthropy. IWBI has committed to direct 51 percent of net profits received from WELL Certification project fees toward charitable contributions and impact investment focused on health, wellness, and the built environment. IWBI was established by Delos in 2013 pursuant to a Clinton Global Initiative commitment to improve the way people live by developing spaces that enhance occupant health and quality of life by sharing the WELL Building Standard globally. WELLcertified.com

Position Summary:  The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), a Public Benefit Corporation, is leading the movement to promote health and wellness in buildings and communities everywhere. From non-toxic building materials, to daylight, active design, access to healthier food and more, IWBI advances meaningful, wellness-focused design strategies informed by innovative industry data/research through its WELL Building Standard.

 The Graphic Designer at IWBI will have the opportunity to influence and define the IWBI brand look and feel through the creation of pivotal digital, hard copy and experiential resources and outputs that are central to the company's products and external presence. This role is intended for an independent, fiercely creative and confident designer who is digitally/socially savvy and cultivates a polished, clean, modern, minimalistic and impactful aesthetic. This creative leader should possess a willingness to look outside the space of traditional corporate design in order to cultivate a fresh brand presence over time.

 Responsibilities:

• Leverage existing brand design work and infuse new perspective to define the look and feel of the IWBI brand and its products, the WELL Building Standard and the WELL AP credential. This work will set the tone for future creative deliverables.
• Develop creative ad/external visibility campaigns for various products and initiatives, drawing upon new influences that keep the brand fresh and modern.
• Design and create deliverables, including website/social media graphics, UI/UX concepts, hard copy marketing materials, collateral and tradeshow booths/environmental design.
• Stay current on digital design trends and formats, applying this knowledge to daily work, suggesting new and innovative formats for various product resources.
• Lead graphic and UI/UX vision and concepts for website redesign.
• Source stock imagery and provide creative/art direction for all marketing deliverables.
• Manage multiple projects while keeping an eye on the "big picture" and overall strategy to ensure all pieces connect and preserve/further the brand.
• Work with the IWBI marketing and technology team to complete deliverables and campaigns in a timely manner.

Candidate Profile & Prerequisites:

• Minimum four years experience in a creative, digital design or art direction role, either agency or in-house capacity.
• Art or design Bachelor's degree required.
• Expertise in multiple design disciplines: digital, social media, print, environmental/spatial, etc. Strong interest in social media and digital design (UX, UI).
• Passionate changemaker and advocate with a strong personal/professional interest in health, wellness, and/or environmental sustainability.
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Video and/or photography experience a very strong bonus.
• Additional design expertise/interests (typography, calligraphy, illustration, mixed media, mural, etc.) desired but not required.

Compensation:  Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with prior experience.  A comprehensive benefits package is included for full-time employees.    

Applicants are selected based upon their qualifications for this position and without regard to the applicant's race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, citizenship or alienage status, veteran status, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person, or any other characteristic protected by law.