Graphic Design Specialist

GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST

SALARY
Starting Salary $50,000

WHO WE ARE

United Way Winnipeg brings people together to build a stronger, more connected city.

For more than 60 years, we have helped Winnipeggers turn care into action by mobilizing donors, workplaces, volunteers, community partners, governments, and a network of 125+ agencies and programs. Together, this network protects and strengthens the social safety net that thousands of people rely on every year. Every 12 seconds, someone in Winnipeg reaches out to one of these organizations for help.

Our work is about more than raising funds. It is about growing a movement of people who believe they have a role to play in shaping the future of our city. We listen to community, invest in local solutions, build partnerships, and create opportunities for more people to belong, participate, and contribute.

As part of the United Way Winnipeg team, you’ll bring your skills to work that matters. You’ll join a workplace grounded in care, curiosity, collaboration, and accountability, where people are encouraged to learn, contribute, and help move important work forward.

If you’re looking for a role where your work can help strengthen community and grow a movement for a better Winnipeg, we’d love to hear from you.

THE OPPORTUNITY OF THIS ROLE

The Graphic Design Specialist brings ideas to life through creative, accessible, and brand-aligned visual design. From digital campaigns and social media to events, print materials, presentations, and environmental graphics, this role helps tell United Way Winnipeg’s story and connect people to our work in the community.

Working with teams across United Way Winnipeg and external creative partners, you’ll take ideas from concept to finished product, developing visual solutions that are engaging, thoughtful, and aligned with our brand. You’ll work across a wide range of projects and audiences while helping strengthen the consistency and impact of our visual identity.

RESPONSIBILTIES

Creative Design & Brand

• Develop creative concepts and visual solutions that bring communications, engagement, and organizational priorities to life.
• Design a variety of digital and print materials, including social media graphics, website assets, advertising, presentations, event materials, illustrations, infographics, merchandise, and other branded materials.
• Apply United Way Winnipeg’s brand standards while bringing creativity and fresh ideas to each project.
• Create accessible and inclusive designs that consider different audiences, formats, and ways people interact with information.
• Source, edit, retouch, and prepare photography and other visual assets as needed.

Project Collaboration

• Work with internal teams and project partners to understand objectives, audiences, timelines, and creative needs.
• Present design concepts, gather feedback, and refine work while maintaining the purpose and integrity of each project.
• Collaborate with communications, content, and other teams to ensure visual design supports broader campaigns and engagement initiatives.
• Manage multiple creative projects and deadlines, keeping stakeholders informed of progress and any changes or challenges.

Production & Asset Management

• Prepare design files for digital, print, and other production formats, ensuring technical specifications and quality standards are met.
• Support print production and pre-press processes, including coordinating materials produced internally and through external providers.
• Create physical mock-ups and prototypes and complete in-house finishing and production activities when needed.
• Organize and maintain design files, templates, photography, and other creative assets to support efficient access and collaboration.

Creative Partners & Vendors

• Work with printers, suppliers, vendors, consultants, and other creative partners to bring projects from concept to completion.
• Communicate creative specifications, timelines, and production requirements and monitor projects through delivery.
• Review final materials and production outputs for quality, accuracy, and brand consistency.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED

Ideal candidates will have:

• Strong creative thinking and a thoughtful approach to design, with the ability to turn ideas and objectives into engaging visual solutions across different audiences and platforms.
• A strong understanding of design principles, visual storytelling, accessibility, and brand consistency.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing polished, accurate, high-quality work from concept through final production.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to understand client needs, present creative ideas, incorporate feedback, and work effectively with internal and external partners.
• Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple creative projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Initiative and adaptability, with the ability to solve problems creatively, respond to changing needs, and work confidently both independently and as part of a team.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Post-secondary education in graphic design, communications, media production, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional graphic design experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional experience in a design, communications, marketing, or creative environment is preferred.
• Experience working in a nonprofit, community, or social impact organization is an asset.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A portfolio is required as part of the application process. Please include an accessible link to your portfolio in your resume or cover letter. Your portfolio should showcase a range of relevant design work and demonstrate your approach to visual communication across digital and/or print materials.

BENEFITS

United Way Winnipeg offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career! We offer excellent benefits, including:

• Company paid Health and Dental Coverage
• Defined Benefit Pension Package with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time off and Holiday schedule
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements to support work life balance

HOW TO APPLY

United Way Winnipeg is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that reflects the demographics of the communities we serve. Applicants are asked to self-declare.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. Individuals applying for employment with United Way Winnipeg may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from the People & Culture team. All information received as it relates to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Applicant reviewal will begin on November 2, 2026. This posting will remain open and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

To apply, please visit our website or click Apply today! Please note that completing the pre-screen questions when submitting your application, are require. Applications that do not include completed pre-screen questions will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for the position.