Senior Designer (Onsite, Nashville)

Nashville, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Main areas of focus: Design Digital Campaigns Website OOH Event Branding UX/UI

Location: Onsite in Franklin TN

Eligibility: At this time we are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in the United States without the need for company sponsorship now or in the future.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the VP of Creative youll set the standard for how millions encounter the charity: water brand. Youll balance execution and creative direction-delivering stunning design while influencing the evolution of our visual identity. This role is equal parts craft and conviction: leveraging charity: waters signature style while pushing it further to reach new audiences.

YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Creating and directing design across a wide range of outputs: digital campaigns social website OOH print donor decks event branding merch and film campaigns

Contributing not only as a maker but also as a creative thinkerhelping evolve the visual system and maintain brand consistency across platforms

Collaborating closely with copywriters videographers campaign leads and team leads across fundraising brand partnerships marketing and product

Translating campaign concepts into clear memorable design that inspires donors and reinforces our mission

Supporting and directing external freelancers or agency partners ensuring output matches the highest creative standards

Applying UX/UI skills in web and digital design projects; bring ideas to life in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (or comparable platforms)

Exploring new mediumsexperiential activations physical spaces cultural momentswhere design can amplify impact

Upholding excellence in craft and consistency while embracing experimentation that advances the brand

YOU MUST HAVE

57 years of professional design experience (or exceptional talent on the cusp of senior level)

Expertise in graphic and digital design platforms (Adobe Creative Suite Figma etc); familiarity with UX/UI practices and digital systems design

A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of premium disruptive dignified and hopeful design work

A strong creative direction; ability to take a concept and build out the visual direction as well as demonstrate ways to design and produce assets

Ability to balance detail-oriented execution with high-level conceptual thinking

Collaborative and communicative; thrive when working with a multi-disciplinary team

Passionate about designs power to move people shape culture and drive impact

ITS AN ADDED PLUS IF YOU HAVE

Experience designing for experiential environments (events installations activations) where storytelling meets space

Exposure to motion graphics animation or interactive media expanding how our stories come to life

Experience working with photo direction or film teams ensuring visual cohesion across mediums

Experience evolving or extending a global brand system while protecting its core DNA

Experience with emerging tools (AI-assisted design 3D AR/VR) and can spot where they add value without losing humanity

YOULL BE SUCCESSFUL IF...

Youre a team player

You can coordinate efforts with many different departments -- both internal and external -- to get the job done right. You use sound judgment and intuitive analysis. And you know to follow up to make sure everyones on the same page..

You value innovation

Youre always looking out for the newest tools and coolest gadgets whether for personal or professional needs youre on top of the latest and greatest. Youre comfortable looking for solutions and opportunities outside of the box if theyll increase the productivity and alignment of the team. You stay on top of the most current apps and programs constantly looking for ways to use technology to increase efficiency and innovation for your projects.

You have a remarkable track record

You have a history of leading successful initiatives with measurable results that have impacted the bottom line. Your years of applicable experience have cultivated your wisdom and nuanced creativity for this position.

TEAM OVERVIEW

The Creative team is a deeply passionate group of designers videographers editors project managers and storytellers. Theyre responsible for gathering inspiring content and crafting one-of-a-kind stories from the countries we serve. They help our amazing community of supporters be more aware of the global water crisis compelling them to take action.

HIRING TIMELINE

This role was posted on October 29th 2025 and will remain open for approximately 90 days.

SALARY RANGE

This is an exempt role with a range of $88604 - $104240 a year.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Unlimited PTO

Summer Fridays

6-week paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of employment

Annual bonus potential through The Pool

401k plan employer match

Medical covered at 85% Dental/Vision contributions

FSA dependent day care FSA

Employer-paid life insurance STD LTD

16-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents

Stipends for Professional Development and a You-do-You Perk

TSA Pre-check reimbursement

2-4 annual travel requirements that foster team alignment connection and in-person collaboration

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

At charity: water we believe that water changes everything. We work with local implementing partners to fund sustainable solutions that provide clean and safe drinking water to people around the world. Since 2006 with a diverse team of world-changers and an unstoppable community of supporters weve brought clean water to more than 20 million people worldwide. With the makings of a mid-size tech startup were reinventing charity through endless innovation contagious passion beautifully crafted stories and a powerful brand that inspires a new kind of generosity.

At charity: water we value every background identity and experience. We believe that a diverse team informed by different cultures and perspectives makes us stronger. We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to be an organization in which everyone is respected and heard. We commit to providing genuine opportunities for all people to thrive. And we will continue to embed diversity inclusion belonging and equality in everything we do.

Note charity: water will never ask you for your credit card or financial information during the interview process. Should you receive a message requesting this information please mark the email as spam and reporthere.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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