Graphic Designer, Virginia

Overview:
Northwest Federal Credit Union is seeking a creative, strategic, and collaborative Graphic Designer to join our Marketing team. This individual will be responsible for developing compelling visual communications across a variety of platforms including print, web, and social media. The designer will help bring NWFCU's brand to life through design solutions that drive engagement, support business objectives, and connect with members in meaningful ways.

This role requires a versatile and skilled creative who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about storytelling through both static and dynamic formats.

Responsibilities:
Design print and digital materials including brochures, flyers, ads, infographics, signage, and more

Produce high-quality visuals for websites, landing pages, email campaigns, social media platforms, and digital screens

Design branded signage and display graphics for events, branches, and community engagement initiatives

Collaborate with internal teams and departments (e.g., Foundation, HR, Retail, Lending) to deliver on-brand creative support for diverse initiatives

Maintain and evolve the NWFCU brand identity, ensuring creative consistency across all touchpoints

Create branded templates for PowerPoint presentations, electronic forms, and internal documentation

Organize and maintain a digital asset library for all creative files, videos, and photography

Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas for creative campaigns and marketing initiatives

Stay current on design trends, industry tools, and emerging technologies

Remains cognizant of and adheres to NWFCU policies and procedures as well as regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)

Photograph and capture video footage at events or branch locations as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Required

BA/BS degree in Graphic Design or related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in both print and digital design; demonstrated experience with multimedia production

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro or After Effects)

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Portfolio of design work is required for consideration

Ability to work effectively on-site in our Herndon, VA headquarters and equally effectively remotely

Must be able to work the hours of M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Preferred 

Photography and photo editing experience 

Additional Compensation:
Northwest Federal offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits program, which includes medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family, 4 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid volunteer time, parental leave, company paid disability and life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with up to 7% employer match.

EEO Notice:
Northwest Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

NWFCU complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at (phone number removed) or (url removed).