Graphic Designer
San Francisco
San Francisco – Design & Digital /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Joele Frank is a strategic communications firm that helps leading companies navigate critical moments like mergers, shareholder activism, corporate crises and business transformations. Our Design team plays a key role in shaping these moments through a visual lens. We turn complex business strategies into clear, compelling designs across branding, identity, web, video, and presentations. The work is fast-paced, high-stakes, and deeply collaborative, offering designers the chance to make a real impact on how companies communicate during these pivotal moments.
What you’ll be doing:
· Collaborate with our communications professionals to develop visual assets such as fact sheets, infographics, and presentations that support strategic messaging across high-profile corporate events.
· Design branding systems, websites, and other digital, print, and social materials with a focus on clarity, consistency, and impact.
· Translate complex business concepts into visually compelling narratives that align with client goals and brand standards.
· Work closely with other designers and team leads to ensure alignment and quality across projects.
· Partner with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and implement comprehensive rebranding initiatives, delivering cohesive visual systems and assets that support strategic messaging.
· Support internal marketing and business development projects including new business presentations, invitations and advertisements.
Tools and skills we require:
· BA, BFA, MFA in Graphic Design or a related field. We also welcome individuals from non-traditional educational backgrounds.
· Minimum of 1-2 years design experience in an in-house creative department or design firm.
· Expert knowledge of Figma, Adobe CS and PowerPoint or other presentation tools.
· Experience creating motion graphics for web/social media.
· Web development experience a plus.
· Solid visual foundation with understanding of design principles, grid structures, typography and clean aesthetics.
· Ability to generate original designs without templates.
· Have an organized approach to projects with sharp attention to detail. Ability to multi-task.
· Ensure branding standards are followed internally and externally.
· Meet deadlines efficiently and work under pressure.
· Quick learner who is detail-oriented, dependable and able to work both independently and alongside team.
· Keep current on industry trends and technologies, including AI, and seek opportunities to expand knowledge and/or suggest new ideas.
· Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn from feedback and contribute to team discussions.
· Interest in business, finance, or corporate communications is a plus—but not required.
· Contribute to brainstorming sessions and creative development, bringing fresh ideas and thoughtful design solutions to the table.
What you’ll gain:
· Unmatched exposure: Work directly on high-stakes, high-profile projects for some of the most influential companies in the world.
· A creative community: Join a tight-knit, collaborative design team that values mentorship, camaraderie, and pushing each other to do great work.
· Entrepreneurial energy: Be part of a culture that encourages initiative, experimentation, and building new capabilities—your ideas can shape the future of the team. It’s a culture where hard work and creativity are encouraged and rewarded.
· Strategic insights: Go beyond aesthetics—learn how design drives business outcomes and plays a critical role in shaping perception during pivotal corporate moments.
Joele Frank values diversity and inclusion. Individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Joele Frank is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. This is an on-site position based out of our San Francisco Office.
$100,000 - $110,000 a year
