Associate

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableEntry Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the visual storytelling for client-facing and internal communications, delivering production-ready assets that stay on brand across digital and print.

  • Graphic design production: deliver collateral across presentations, social graphics, newsletters, reports, and event materials.
  • Brand translation: convert strategic messaging into visually compelling assets for multiple formats and platforms.
  • Asset management and collaboration: prep files for production, maintain the asset library, draft client content, and help with reporting.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Design high-quality digital and print collateral including presentations, social media graphics, newsletters, one-pagers, reports, infographics, data visualizations, and event materials
  • Maintain brand consistency across all client-facing and internal communications
  • Translate strategic messaging into visually compelling assets across a variety of formats and platforms
  • Prepare and package files for production and vendor delivery, including quick-turnaround print materials
  • Support client accounts by drafting press releases, social media content, issue briefs, action alerts, and other written materials as needed
  • Write, edit, and proofread client-facing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh creative ideas
  • Maintain and organize the firm's creative asset library and design templates
  • Assist with client reporting, weekly updates, and post-project materials
  • Stay current on design trends and bring new perspectives to the team

Requirements

  • B.A. in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Art, Communications, or a related field
  • One year of professional or internship experience in graphic design, marketing, or communications
  • Interest in public relations, public affairs, or social impact work
  • Strong portfolio showcasing design work across digital and/or print media
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop); Canva proficiency required
  • Solid understanding of design fundamentals: typography, layout, color theory, and branding
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent editing and proofreading abilities
  • Self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively

Preferred

  • Figma experience
  • Familiarity with media and social media monitoring tools (e.g., Critical Mention, Meltwater, Brandwatch)
  • Experience in motion graphics and/or video editing

Benefits

  • Fully covered employee health, dental, and vision insurance — no cost to you, seriously
  • Flexible time off policy — take the time you need; we trust you to manage it
  • $40K/year family planning support for adoption, infertility, or surrogacy
  • Pet insurance on us — we cover premiums for up to 2 pets
  • $500/year wellness reimbursement — gym, yoga, hiking gear, whatever keeps you moving
  • Work from anywhere the week of July 4th and the week between Christmas and New Year’s
  • Snacks on snacks — the kitchen is stocked and yes, we take requests
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LSG

We work with corporations, trade associations, and nonprofits to change hearts and minds, move public opinion, and help brands connect to the public conscience in a rapidly changing environment. Our experts in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs help solve the most complex communications challenges. With practices in strategic insights, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and community marketing, we are leaders in engaging diverse audiences in the U.S. and around the world to drive results and deliver impact. Founded in 2008, LSG is headquartered in Washington, DC and has offices in Boston, Denver, Houston, and New York.

Founded in 1970
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
211 employees (21 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
35%
Direct
41.8%
Referral
5.5%
Social
16.3%
Paid
1.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~211

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
15 (7% of company)
Median Career Experience
24 years
Median Tenure
2.3 years