Visual Media Coordinator

Goodwill of the Heartland; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland is seeking a graphic designer to shape our nonprofit brand across print, digital, social, and signage. You will create eye-catching marketing materials, branded visuals for campaigns, and support photo/video projects while maintaining consistency and translating complex ideas into clear visuals.

The role involves work on donation campaigns, retail promotions, and community storytelling to convey who we are and why it matters, leveraging a portfolio to demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional experience in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, communications or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design eye-catching marketing materials for print, digital, social, and signage.
• Create branded visuals for campaigns and events.
• Support photo and video projects.
• Maintain design consistency across all materials.
• Translate complex ideas into clear, compelling visual communication.
• Support donation campaigns, retail promotions, mission storytelling and community outreach.

Skills

Graphic design

Portfolio creation

Microsoft 365

Design software

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Microsoft 365

Design software

Job description

Company Description

Goodwill of the Heartland is part of a nationally recognized organization that has been named one of Forbes’ “25 Most Inspiring Companies” to work for. The organization is a mission-driven, community-focused enterprise dedicated to helping people reach their full potential through education, training, and the power of work. Goodwill offers skills for living, job training, and a range of support programs that empower individuals to achieve greater independence and stability. Team members contribute directly to meaningful outcomes for individuals and communities, while working in a supportive, values-based environment.

Role Description

In this role, you will help shape how our nonprofit brand shows up across print, digital, social, and physical signage in the retail space. You will design eye-catching marketing materials, create branded visuals for campaigns and events, support photo and video projects, maintain design consistency and help translate complex ideas into clear, compelling visual communication. From donation campaigns and retail promotions to mission storytelling and community outreach, your work will help people understand who we are, what we do and why it matters.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design required. Equivalent relevant education, training and professional experience will be considered.
• 1 to 2 years of professional experience in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, communications or a related field required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.) relevant design and media-production software, digital tools, analytics and audio/visual equipment required.
• Strong visual communication skills as demonstrated through a portfolio and a combination of education, training and work experience required.