ADF International
Graphic Designer
ADF InternationalAustria3 days ago
Full-timeDesign, Art/Creative +1
Everyone says they want to change the world. We're looking for people who actually will.

ADF International is a faith-based legal advocacy organization that protects fundamental freedoms and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. Please visit our career site to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.

Graphic Designer

ADF International is seeking a full-time, highly skilled Graphic Designer to join us in Vienna, Austria. As a Graphic Designer, you are a vital part of the Content Team within the Development Department. In this role, you will report to the Multimedia Producer and are responsible for the creation of design materials, across digital and print, that meet our standards of excellence. You will have an exciting role in helping to shape ADF International’s look and overall style, in a consistent and engaging manner so our work and mission can reach even more people.

Do you have a passion for social media and video thumbnail design? Do you have an awareness of the dimensions and ratios/aspects of posts across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, YouTube and X? This role might be for you!

Your Essential Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

  • Participate in the ideation, creative meetings and assist in identifying and developing innovative ideas.
  • Produce engaging content and stories for social media, websites, print materials, and Development initiatives, highlighting the global and lasting impact of ADF International’s work
  • Reinforce general creative direction, consistent tone, voice, and adherence to the lexicon and brand throughout all platforms.
  • Design various materials for digital and print including flyers, reports, advertisements, brand templates, social media graphics, and other assets.
  • Develop designs that are legible, aesthetically pleasing, contemporary, audience-appropriate, and consistent with ADF International's visual identity in the use of typography, graphics, and composition.
  • Help create and work within ADF International’s framework of visual identity guidelines to create brand-appropriate, visually excellent design materials for public marketing initiatives.
  • Source or create appropriate visual assets—including photos, illustrations, and graphics—for design projects, working closely with external videographers and photographers to ensure high-quality, cohesive media content.
  • Assist with the organization, management, and storage of media files to ensure easy access and long-term usability.

Other Responsibilities

  • You may be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned within the general scope of the position.

Knowledge Of

Skills you need to succeed:

  • Creative design software including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva and Acrobat.
  • Stylistic trends and best practice (and a keen eye) when it comes to good design.
  • Best communications practices, open to learning how to effectively message and communicate ideas.
  • Requirements and design specs for digital and print content on various platforms.
  • Digital and print media best practices, extra bonus: photography and/or animation.

Demonstrated Proficiency In

  • Working effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
  • Effective problem-solving skills.
  • Owning tasks from ideation to production.
  • Creative strategy, content marketing, critical thinking.
  • Maintaining organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability To

  • Prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
  • Multitask and take ownership of multiple projects at once as we follow the news cycle around the globe.
  • Adapt to ADF International’s unique needs and dynamic environment.
  • Clearly present ideas in all stages of the design process and articulate design rationale.
  • Pay close attention to design aesthetics, technical details, and grammar.
  • Thoughtfully receive constructive critique; ability to objectively process feedback to evolve designs.

Education And/or Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Art/Graphic Design.
  • Ideally 1-2 years of experience in graphic design.

Key Skills

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