Director of Graphic Design

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas, 41 Old Oyster Point Road, Newport News, Virginia, United States of America

Posted Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Imagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the world—a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community.

*** This is an exclusively on-site position located in Newport News, VA.***

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, the Director of Graphic Design is responsible for building, leading, and facilitating the workflow in the production of all print and digital marketing collateral. This position will also spearhead and manage content for both small-scale and large-scale projects, harnessing strategy, digital and brand design, compelling content, and technology. The Director of Graphic Design will promote the association's mission and goals through innovative campaigns and support other internal teams with marketing and sales material.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, advertising, marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a creative environment or marketing.
• Writing and editing skills. Experience with generative AI in graphic design and video a plus.
• Analytical ability to translate information from disparate sources into program applications and recommendations – solutions-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, strategic-thinking skills, creativity, and innovation skills.
• Ability to relate well with staff and the public.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2/CAP required within 60 days of hire.
• Complete and maintain required trainings to include:
  New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check.

• Support the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
• Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Promote and participate in association task forces, committees and/or work groups to promote Center and Association unity.
• Promote and participate in YMCA fundraising efforts to include Annual and Capital Campaigns.

• Help support content strategy working with executive director of marketing and communications to align with short-term and long-term marketing targets.
• Collaborate with marketing to plan and develop site content, style, and layout.
• Create and capture engaging video and still image content.
• Craft creative storytelling concepts to support the Y’s mission.
• Translate brand elements into plans and go-to-market strategies.
• Establish performance specifications, cost and price parameters, market applications, and sales estimates.
• Align the brand around the association’s direction, choices, and tactics.
• Prioritize work and resources across engagements based on short- and long-term needs, establishing production schedules by collaborating with designers, copywriters, and production departments.
• Review and approve art and copy developed by marketing liaisons, ensuring deliverables that effectively address marketing goals and challenges.
• Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for visually sophisticated audiences.
• Present, or oversee the presentation of final concepts, and obtain approvals for deliverables.
• Meet work standards by following production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards;…