Cross-Project Graphic Designer at Islamic Organization

Organization: Dar-us-Salaam

Type: Freelance / Contract (Ongoing, project-based)

Location: Remote

About Dar-us-Salaam

Dar-us-Salaam is a mission-driven Islamic nonprofit organization in College Park, MD, USA, overseeing a wide range of educational programs, community initiatives, events, and donor-supported projects. 

Our work spans multiple audiences and platforms, which requires consistent, adaptable, and high-quality visual design support.

Role Overview

Dar-us-Salaam is seeking a Freelance Graphic Designer who can work across multiple projects and deliverables.

 This role supports the full lifecycle of our initiatives, from promotion and lead-up materials to event assets, recaps, and follow-up communications.

The Graphic Designer will work closely with the Director of Strategic Communications and collaborate with social media, events, and communications team members as needed. 

This role is execution-focused and requires flexibility, organization, and strong design fundamentals.

Scope of Work

This role may support design needs across:

• Events and programs
• Educational and community initiatives
• Fundraising and donor communications
• Internal and external campaigns

Responsibilities

• Design event flyers, promotional graphics, and visual assets
• Create social media graphics to support campaign lead-ups and ongoing promotion
• Design recap and thank-you visuals following events or campaigns
• Resize and adapt existing designs for different formats, including email banners, social media, and web use
• Maintain consistency with Dar-us-Salaam brand guidelines across all projects
• Deliver organized, ready-to-use design files

Key Expectations

• Ability to switch between different projects and design needs smoothly
• Comfort working with varying timelines and priorities
• Attention to detail when resizing and adapting designs for different platforms
• Openness to feedback and iterative improvements
• Strong command of the English language, including clear writing, proper grammar, and the ability to communicate ideas effectively within an English-speaking professional context

Working Style & Collaboration

• Works directly with the Director of Strategic Communications
• Collaborates with social media and communications team members
• Receives and implements feedback efficiently
• Communicates clearly about timelines and deliverables

Required Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating a range of design work (flyers, social media, banners, etc.)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools
• Strong understanding of layout, hierarchy, and visual clarity
• Ability to manage multiple small to mid-sized design requests

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with nonprofits or mission-driven organizations
• Familiarity with campaign-based design workflows
• Experience preparing assets for both digital and print use

Compensation

• Compensation will be discussed based on scope, frequency of work, and experience