Graphic Design Associate

National Journal Graphic Design Associate

National Journal is seeking a Graphic Design Associate to support and execute internal and client-facing design initiatives across the organization.

This role will collaborate closely with our analyst and research teams to produce high-quality, client-branded design deliverables that engage key audiences such as advocates, boards, and PACs. Additionally, the Graphic Design Associate will contribute to National Journal-branded projects with the goal of advancing strategic vision, client acquisition, and unit and revenue retention. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer capable of handling a wide range of projects—from infographics and one-pagers to animated videos and multimedia content.

National Journal is a premier research and insights company committed to helping organizations effectively navigate Washington. Best known as one of Washington’s most trusted media brands for over 50 years, our expertise is unmatched, with teams of specialists dedicated to government affairs, communications, and political research, in addition to exceptional journalism.

Our mission is to equip the thousands of government and business leaders in the nation’s capital with the intelligence, insights, and connections they need to save time, increase efficiency, and deliver success.

Our team consists of graphic designers who develop creative assets that engage, educate, and deliver value to our clients while also generating market interest in National Journal’s products. We work closely with business team partners to capitalize on that interest and demonstrate value with the goals of acquiring new clients and retaining existing partnerships. This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where priorities shift quickly, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential.

The creative team plays a key role across our business, contributing to all new product development, product evolution, and marketing efforts.

The Graphic Design Associate will work closely with our Presentation Center team, responsible for creating engaging, visually compelling deliverables that support our members’ strategic goals. This role involves close collaboration with our analysts to design a wide range of client-facing materials, including data visualizations, infographics, animated videos, videos, social media content, annual reports, one-pagers, newsletters, short publications, interactive graphics, and other creative multimedia projects.

The ideal candidate will also be open to—and experienced in—leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, in thoughtful and innovative ways to enhance creativity, efficiency, and storytelling across design projects. Reporting directly to the Senior Creative Director, this individual will work cross‑functionally with project managers, analysts, and specialists—playing a critical role in shaping the visual expression of our work and driving impact across the business.

• Producing high-quality print and digital graphics and videos for National Journal members, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strong visual storytelling.
• Supporting all phases of the design process, from initial scoping and concept development to revisions, production, and final delivery.
• Designing a variety of custom client deliverables such as infographics, newsletter templates, annual reports, one‑pagers, briefing books, social media assets, charts, data visualizations, motion graphics, animations, and more—all aligned with the client’s branding and strategic goals.
• Translating complex quantitative data and qualitative insights into clear, engaging visual formats.
• Collaborating closely with analysts, project managers, and other stakeholders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment that requires flexibility, creativity, and strong communication.

• Designed a suite of social media graphics for one of the 10 largest healthcare companies in the US
• Designed a printed annual report for a Fortune 500 company
• Collaborated on UX/UI input and wireframes for new internal websites
• Created an animated data visualization for…