Graphic Designer

POOLHOUSE is a top advertising and consulting agency focused on bold, strategic creative for major campaigns, advocacy work, and brands that want to stand out. They are hiring a Graphic Designer to produce fast, high-quality creative across channels and translate messaging and strategy into compelling visual storytelling.

• Design bold, strategic creative across digital, social, web, print, and broadcast
• Build logos, campaign identities, and cohesive brand systems
• Create digital ads, landing pages, email graphics, decks, and presentation materials
• Translate messaging and strategy into compelling visual storytelling
• Collaborate with account teams, video editors, and producers on integrated campaign creative
• Prepare and package final files with correct specs, placements, and technical requirements
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks while maintaining speed, organization, and attention to detail
• Incorporate feedback quickly without losing creative integrity
• Maintain clean file structures, naming conventions, and organized asset libraries

• 3–5 years of professional design experience in an agency, campaign, advocacy, or similarly fast-paced creative environment
• Portfolio demonstrating strong brand identity work, digital-first design thinking, and versatility across styles (required)
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); After Effects is a plus
• Experience with Figma and Canva for web, collaborative workflows, and quick-turn creative
• Working knowledge of Google Slides for building and maintaining presentation decks
• Strong understanding of typography, hierarchy, composition, and color
• Ability to take strategic direction and execute sharp, persuasive visuals
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Highly organized with disciplined file management
• Clear communicator and strong cross-team collaborator
• Must be willing and able to work in person (Washington, DC or Richmond, VA)

• Location: In-person; based in Washington, DC or Richmond, VA
• Salary: Competitive (not specified)
• Benefits: 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Benefits: 100% employer-covered medical for dependents
• Time off: 12 days PTO per year
• Paid holidays: Generous schedule including Thanksgiving week and Christmas break
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Company funding for continued education and skill development
• Collaborative and creative work environment