Position: Graphic Designer – Program Marketing (Contractor)

Reports to: Marketing Lead – Energy Programs

Compensation*: Competitive starting salary $65,400 - $80,500 commensurate with skills and experience.

*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the potential earnings for this position with sustained high performance. 

Employment Classification: Full Time, Exempt, Contract.

Application End Date: 8/12/2026

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible; position is open until filled

Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA

Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment

practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training.

BACKGROUND

About Energy Trust of Oregon

Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.

Our Vision

Clean, affordable energy for everyone.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.

Our Location

Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Graphic Designer- Program Marketing would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.

What We’re Looking For:

The Graphic Designer—Program Marketing provides in-house graphic design services to Energy Trust’s Program Marketing Team, which is responsible for marketing the organization’s full portfolio of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. This position will develop visual concepts and creative assets for campaigns promoting Energy Trust services and products (e.g., print collateral, web layouts, signage, social media, simple animations, etc.). They may also provide video editing to adapt content for social media or other platforms. The Graphic Designer—Program Marketing will receive work requests and creative briefs directly from Program Marketing team members. They may also participate in campaign planning and creative ideation sessions as appropriate.

This individual reports to the Marketing Lead—Energy Programs.

This position is expected to report to the Portland office quarterly at a minimum for all staff and other in-person meetings.

What You’ll Do:

• Design print collateral, signage, event displays, event giveaways, social media content, ads, and other creative assets using brand guidelines and/or branded templates
• Create new design templates and/or refresh creative assets to align with brand guidelines.
• Design advertising for media buys.
• Participate in early campaign planning or creative ideation sessions as needed.
• Edit video content for social media or other platforms.
• Develop animation or motion graphics.
• Coordinate with the brand team on visual asset management and updates.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with in-house marketing teams or creative agencies.
• Knowledge of branding and maintaining brand standards
• Experience supporting integrated, omnichannel marketing campaigns to consumer and business audiences
• Experience working with creative vendors such as photographers and videographers
• Experience working from creative briefs.
• Knowledge of typography, color theory, and accessibility
• Experience working with Asana, Adobe Creative Suite, Page Proof and PowerPoint
• Experience with 3D design and experiential marketing a plus, but not required

The above information is designed to outline the major functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter that shares your interest in this role. All applicants must submit via Energy Trust’s website www.energytrust.org/About/careers.

All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background check (which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history, motor vehicle record) and reference checks.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that candidates from certain demographics are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification—for example, women and People of Color. At Energy Trust we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace—if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Energy Trust of Oregon is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Energy Trust of Oregon is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience and training.

*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the earnings potential for this position with sustained high performance.  

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