Graphic Design Resident

Objective

The Graphic Design Resident will serve as a creative and organizational force for City Leadership's design work. This is an intensive, part-time role for a highly organized and detail-oriented designer who will act as the guardian of City Leadership's brand across all campaigns.

Responsibilities

Uphold and enforce brand standards across all City Leadership campaigns (Choose901, Teach901, Serve901, Give901, and others).

Design and produce high-quality creative assets, including corporate decks, branded documents, infographics, event flyers, posters, digital graphics, and other collateral.

Ensure every design meets the highest standards of alignment, spacing, typography, and visual consistency — with meticulous attention to detail.

Maintain and organize brand assets, templates, and design files in a way that allows the broader team to work efficiently and consistently.

Support the marketing team by translating campaign concepts into cohesive visuals that tell a compelling and consistent brand story.

Collaborate with internal teams and external creatives (photographers, videographers, etc.) to integrate assets seamlessly into design projects.

Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while delivering polished, professional results.

Requirements

Strong portfolio that demonstrates clean, consistent, and detail-oriented design work.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva with familiarity in Figma or similar tools.

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to keep design files, templates, and projects clean and accessible.

A sharp eye for typography, alignment, and the small details that elevate branding from good to excellent.

Ability to manage feedback, revisions, and multiple deadlines with professionalism and efficiency.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Passion for design as a tool for impact and for supporting the work of City Leadership.

Residency Details

This is a part-time residency designed to provide professional-level design experience in nonprofit marketing. The Graphic Design Resident will receive mentorship, build a portfolio of impactful work, and directly support campaigns that shape the future of Memphis.

About the Organization

Established in 2010,

City Leadership

exists to Recruit, Develop and Catalyze Leaders to create a Growing, Improving, and more Loving Memphis. We strongly believe that better leaders make a better city. For this reason, we strive to recruit talented individuals to Memphis, to develop leaders and organizations in Memphis, and to catalyze collaborative projects for the benefit of the city.

We consult and work with organizations and leaders from every field : businesses, nonprofit groups, government entities, schools, teachers, artists, social entrepreneurs. City Leadership offers expertise in strategic planning, research, multimedia, branding, social media, and talent acquisition.

Meet our Team :

https : / / www.cityleadership.org / whoweare

Compensation

Competitive salaries with IRA matching

Great Healthcare (health, dental, and vision) fully paid for by employer

Excellent Vacation / Holiday / Time-off structure

Continuous corporate investment in professional development

Equal Opportunity Statement

City Leadership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, faith, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities.

How to Apply

Submit your application

here

and send a follow-up email—with your full name in the subject line –to

operations@cityleadership.org

• . Position open until filled.

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