Graphic Designer - Remote

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. 

The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Graphic Designer plays a vital role in shaping and elevating the American Cancer Society brand through compelling, high-quality visuals across digital and traditional platforms. Success in this role means bringing a strong design sensibility to every project and delivering creative that is consistent, innovative, and unmistakably on brand.

A key part of this position is understanding how creative performs in paid environments—designing thumb stopping, high impact assets that break through the noise, capture attention quickly, and reinforce brand recognition across social, display, and other paid channels. The designer should be fluent in platform nuances, performance best practices, and the visual behaviors that influence audience engagement.

This role requires a well-rounded creator who can move seamlessly between digital and print formats, ensuring every idea comes to life in a way that strengthens the ACS brand, connects with audiences, and inspires action. As a core member of the creative team, the designer collaborates across disciplines to keep design fresh, relevant, and cohesive—advancing a unified brand identity across all touchpoints.

***This is a fully remote position that can be home-based anywhere within the United States.***

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

Designs engaging visual assets across digital platforms (social, web, video, display) and select print formats (posters, flyers, signage), ensuring all deliverables are audience‑focused, on strategy, and unmistakably on brand. Leverages deep knowledge of the paid social space to create thumb‑stopping, platform‑specific creative optimized for performance and brand recognition. (35%) 

 

Produces final deliverables across formats, including HTML5 ads, animated graphics, social content, and print‑ready files—preparing assets to meet technical specifications, platform requirements, and best practices for paid and organic environments. (20%) 

 

Develops creative concepts in collaboration with art directors, copywriters, and cross‑functional partners, contributing innovative ideas that support integrated campaigns, brand storytelling, and high‑performing paid media executions. (20%) 

 

Ensures all design work meets project requirements—on time, on brief, on budget, and aligned to brand standards, accessibility best practices, and performance considerations. (10%) 

 

Maintains a cohesive brand identity across digital and print channels, strengthening consistency, visual recognition, and creative effectiveness across both organic and paid content. (10%) 

 

Manages multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and deadlines while adapting to feedback, data‑driven insights, and evolving creative direction. (5%) 

 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional design experience with a strong emphasis on digital media. Experience in an agency or in-house creative team is preferred, and a portfolio demonstrating multi-channel execution is required. 

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Media, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). 

• Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Digital Media with coursework in multimedia/interactive design. 

• Certificate(s) or License(s): None required; certification in Adobe Creative Suite, UX/UI, HTML proficiency. 

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma or similar digital design tools. 

• Working knowledge of HTML5 and production for digital deliverables (banner ads, social animations, responsive assets). 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY: 

• Strong design sense with the ability to create visually compelling layouts, typography, and graphics across digital and print. 

• Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate concepts into engaging visuals. 

• Strong time-management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with art directors, copywriters, project managers, and other stakeholders. 

• Detail-oriented with the ability to deliver pixel-perfect and print-ready files. 

• Curious and solutions-oriented mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to design challenges. 

• Ability to give and receive feedback in a respectful, proactive way that strengthens both the work and team culture. 

• A  portfolio that demonstrates: 

• Strong design and understanding of how to elevate a brand 

• Strong visual storytelling 

• Clear understanding of well performing paid social static design 

• Integrated visual brand storytelling across channels 

 

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Minimal travel required (0–10% annually), primarily for occasional team meetings, events, or photo/video shoots. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Frequently sits for extended periods while working at a computer. 

• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer and design tools. 

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, or lift items weighing up to 15 pounds (e.g., print materials, signage, event coverage). 

• Vision abilities include close vision for detailed design work and ability to adjust focus. 

 

The starting rate is $55,000 to $65,000 annual. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.