Graphic Design and Brand Manager at GRID Alternatives

Communications Manager, Design & Brand- REMOTE within the U.S.

Why you want to work here…

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

What It’s Like At GRID…

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization’s equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.

The Opportunity…

GRID Alternatives is seeking a creative and dynamic Communications Manager, Design and Brand with strong intercultural awareness to join our growing communications team. This role is essential in elevating GRID’s brand, mission, and impact while positioning the organization as a leader in renewable energy access for economic and environmental justice communities.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Storytelling and Communications, the Design and Brand Manager will oversee brand identity, produce high-quality visual assets, and collaborate across departments to support GRID’s marketing and communications strategy. The ideal candidate is a skilled visual communicator with a proven track record in brand management, graphic design, and marketing content creation that drives growth, client acquisition, and fundraising.

They should be highly organized, able to lead and execute creative strategies, and comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback, particularly in the areas of equity, inclusion, and diversity. Strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and a commitment to personal and professional growth in an inclusive work environment are key to success in this role.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development of creative visual concepts that align with our mission, and support storytelling initiatives that humanize our work
Lead the design and creative development of internal and public-facing materials, including GRID’s annual Impact Report, innovative program collateral, and materials for emerging initiatives, combining innovation and storytelling to highlight the organization’s achievements and support its goals effectively
Maintain and organize design assets in Canva, ensuring ease of access and consistent application of branding elements across teams, and design in Adobe Creative Suite, as needed
Lead graphic design and develop improved internal presentation templates for staff use
Support sub-brands and regional offices with the review and creation of graphic design assets, ensuring adherence to GRID’s brand guidelines
Lead the creation of new marketing materials and update outdated collateral to reflect GRID’s rebranding efforts
Collaborate with the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager to develop high-quality brand assets for marketing collateral, fundraising campaigns, and brand awareness initiatives
Maintain GRID’s photo and video library, ensuring easy access to high-quality visual assets
Support GRID’s main website (Drupal) with updates, including adding images, graphics, and new content to enhance user experience
Lead website content management and development, supporting regional offices with troubleshooting and updates, and optimizing website update operations
Optimize SEO and manage SEM strategies, providing web analytics insights to inform digital strategies
Support the organization’s microsites and landing pages, such as the Energy for All website and Low-Income Policy Guide website (Word Press), with updates and maintenance
Develop marketing materials for major programs like the…