Amazon Frontlines (amazonfrontlines.org) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Ecuador’s Amazon region. Amazon Frontlines fights the climate crisis by securing Indigenous stewardship of the Amazon rainforest. We build power with Indigenous leaders to form a bulwark of resistance throughout the Upper Amazon, working together deep in the forest, at our organizing hub in northeastern Ecuador, and in the halls of power worldwide. Our mission is driven by a commitment to environmental conservation and empowering Indigenous communities through partnership and sustainable practices.

Position Overview:

The Graphic Designer will support the creation of visual content that reinforces the identity and mission of Amazon Frontlines. The designer will work closely with the design team to develop graphic materials used across digital platforms and print media. This role is key in ensuring visual consistency across all materials and contributing creative ideas for communication projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong design sense, attention to detail, and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of speed and organization.

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented individual with a passion for design and who seeks innovative ways to communicate. They should have an artistic instinct, a good eye for composition, and the ability to visualize complex concepts clearly. The ideal candidate must collaborate with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, listen carefully, and have sound judgment when designing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Graphic Design: Create visually compelling designs for various materials, including infographics, social media graphics, publications, brochures, and digital banners, ensuring consistency with Amazon Frontlines’ identity.
  • Design Team Support: Collaborate closely with the Design Coordinator and other team members in the conceptualization and development of design projects, such as web page mockups, Instagram carousels, and other products.
  • Project Management: Participate in managing multiple design projects, meeting deadlines, and ensuring the quality of deliverables.
  • Content Adaptation: Adapt existing designs for different platforms and formats, ensuring proper visualization and legibility.
  • Digital Content Development: Contribute to creating content for the website and other digital channels, supporting the organization’s mission and campaigns.
  • Team Meetings Participation: Provide creative ideas and actively participate in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative concepts for design projects.
  • Learning and Development: Stay updated on design trends and new tools, applying this knowledge to improve the materials created.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related fields.
  • Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in graphic design, preferably in NGOs, advertising agencies, or media.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Basic knowledge of web and multimedia design tools is a plus (e.g., Adobe XD, After Effects).
  • Creativity and Critical Thinking: Ability to contribute creative ideas and solve design problems with critical thinking.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and collaborate in a team environment.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of precision in delivering projects, ensuring that materials reflect the organization’s visual identity.
  • Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Illustration and Motion Graphics: Skills in illustration and motion graphics will be highly valued.
  • CSS Knowledge: Familiarity with CSS to support web design tasks.
  • Basic knowledge of English (Intermediate level is highly valued).
  • Previous experience in media (highly valued).

To succeed in this role, you need:

To be an organized individual with an interest in environmental and human rights issues, who enjoys working in teams and can adapt to remote work with multiple simultaneous projects.

Location of Work:

Although this position is remote/online, it would be desirable to be based in the Americas due to time zone differences and working hours.

How to Apply:

Please attach a one-page cover letter describing how your experience and skills apply to this position, along with your resume, at https://amazonfrontlines.bamboohr.com/careers/58?source=aWQ9MjY%3D

 

Amazon Frontlines is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political beliefs, age, gender, sexual orientation, or class. Amazon Frontlines is also known for having a diverse group of people within its different spaces, which is why we strongly encourage individuals from Indigenous and/or Afro-descendant communities and nationalities to apply. You will be welcomed.

 

We cannot protect the climate or stop the extinction crisis if we don’t protect the Amazon rainforest.

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