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Location: Hybrid - Westborough, MA (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Senior Director of Communications & Engagement

About DetecTogether

DetecTogether is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping people find cancer earlier, when treatment options are often greater and outcomes better. We equip individuals with practical tools and confidence to recognize early warning signs of cancer and other serious health issues, take timely action, and partner effectively with healthcare providers, because most cancers are not detected through routine screenings and often depend on individuals recognizing changes in their health and seeking care.

Through our evidence-informed 3 Steps Detect® education, we are changing the way people think about early detection and helping people become active participants in protecting their own health.

Position Overview

DetecTogether is seeking a highly creative, strategic, and digitally savvy Senior Graphic Designer & Multimedia Content Creator to lead the organization’s visual storytelling and brand expression across all channels.

This role is ideal for a talented creative professional who thrives at the intersection of graphic design, social media content creation, video production, motion graphics, and brand strategy. As the organization’s creative lead, you will be responsible for developing compelling visual experiences that increase awareness, engagement, fundraising success, and program participation while ensuring a consistent and impactful brand presence.

The ideal candidate combines exceptional design skills with a deep understanding of today’s digital content landscape and can translate complex health information into engaging, audience-centered content that inspires action.

This position reports to the Senior Director of Communications & Engagement and works closely with the Assistant Director of Digital Media, the Programs & Partnerships Team, the Development Team, external vendors, and organizational leadership.

Key Responsibilities Brand Leadership & Creative Strategy

• Serve as the organization’s creative lead and steward of the DetecTogether brand.
• Ensure visual consistency, quality, and adherence to brand standards across all channels and touchpoints.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop creative strategies that support organizational goals.
• Evolve and strengthen the visual identity of the organization while maintaining brand integrity.
• Provide creative direction for campaigns, fundraising initiatives, educational programs, partnerships, and events.

Social Media & Digital Content Creation

• Lead the creation of engaging, social-first content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
• Design and produce high-impact graphics, carousels, reels, short-form videos, motion graphics, animations, and multimedia content.
• Develop platform-specific creative assets optimized for engagement, reach, and audience growth.
• Collaborate with the digital team to support content calendars, campaigns, and strategic initiatives.
• Stay current on social media trends, platform updates, audience behaviors, and emerging creative formats.
• Use performance metrics and audience insights to continually optimize creative effectiveness.

Video Production & Motion Design

• Create and edit compelling short-form and long-form video content for social media, educational programs, fundraising campaigns, and events.
• Design motion graphics and animated content that simplify complex health information and enhance storytelling.
• Support video production efforts, including concept development, scripting collaboration, editing, captioning, and post-production.
• Develop visual storytelling approaches that increase audience understanding, engagement, and action.

Design & Content Development

Design and produce visual assets for:

• Social media
• Websites and landing pages
• Email marketing campaigns
• Digital advertising
• Fundraising appeals
• Annual reports
• Presentations
• Educational materials
• Event collateral
• Partnership initiatives

Additional responsibilities include:

• Translating health education and behavior-change messaging into compelling visual communications.
• Collaborating with content creators, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to develop audience-centered materials.
• Incorporating accessibility and user-centered design principles whenever appropriate.

Website & Digital Experience Support

• Design and optimize visual assets for the DetecTogether website and digital experiences.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to improve user experience and digital engagement.
• Create responsive digital assets and graphics that enhance website performance and effectiveness.
• Support ongoing website updates and content implementation as needed.

Project & Vendor Management

• Manage creative projects from concept through production and delivery.
• Prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Manage relationships with freelance designers, printers, photographers, videographers, and other creative vendors.
• Maintain and organize digital asset libraries, templates, and brand resources.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve creative workflows and efficiency.

Qualifications Required

• 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, creative services, digital content creation, or related fields.
• Exceptional portfolio demonstrating expertise in:
  • Graphic design
  • Brand development
  • Social media content creation
  • Video editing
  • Motion graphics and animation
  • Digital storytelling
• Advanced proficiency with:
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft 365 tools
• Experience creating content optimized for social media platforms and audience engagement.
• Strong understanding of current social media content trends and best practices.
• Experience managing creative projects from concept through execution.
• Strong visual storytelling skills and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Experience working within established brand guidelines while advancing creative innovation.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools and emerging content technologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for mission-driven work and improving health outcomes.

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, public health, education, or mission-driven organizations.
• Proficiency in WordPress.
• Photography and basic videography experience.
• Experience using analytics and performance data to inform creative decisions.
• Experience supporting fundraising and donor engagement campaigns.

Success in This Role

• Elevate and strengthen the DetecTogether brand.
• Increase engagement and reach across digital and social media platforms.
• Create compelling visual content that supports fundraising, partnerships, education, engagement, and program conversion goals.
• Produce high-quality creative assets efficiently and consistently.
• Translate health education content into understandable, actionable visual content.
• Help audiences take meaningful action toward earlier cancer detection and self-advocacy.

Compensation & Benefits

DetecTogether offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. Salary will be discussed during the interview process.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio link or samples of relevant design, digital content creation, video production, and motion graphics work through JazzHR

Why Join DetecTogether?

At DetecTogether, your work directly contributes to helping people detect cancer earlier and save lives. You’ll join a passionate, collaborative team committed to innovation, education, and impact while helping shape the creative future of a growing national nonprofit.

If you’re a creative professional who wants to use your talents to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

DetecTogether is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.