Graphic Design Contractor

Contract Graphic Designer
Location: Remote
Time Commitment: ~40 hours per month
Duration: Minimum of 2 months, with potential for extension based on needs

About GPS

GPS Group Peer Support is a strength-based, trauma-informed approach to group therapeutic care that provides consistent mental health support through the integration of evidence-based modalities such as mindfulness-based stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and peer-to-peer support. Designed for both professionals, volunteers, and individuals with lived experience, GPS is an innovative and scalable model that is easy to learn, rapidly replicable, fostering resilience, healing and connection in a range of communities.

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Contract Graphic Designer to support our team in developing consistent, engaging, and professional designs for our learning materials, outreach efforts, and digital presence.

Responsibilities

• Design branded templates and layouts for a variety of deliverables, including:
  
  
  • Curriculums and facilitator manuals
    
    
  • Flyers, reports, and social media graphics
    
    
  • Webinars, Training presentations, and other organizational communications
    
    
• Collaborate with the team to ensure materials are accessible, visually appealing, and aligned with our mission and brand guidelines
  
  
• Create reusable templates in platforms like Canva for team-wide use
  
  
• Support the visual design of online courses and materials hosted on an LMS platform, ensuring usability and learner engagement
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio of work
• Proficiency in programs such as Canva as well as LearnWorlds (or similar LMS-focused tool)
  
  
• Experience designing materials specifically for educational purposes and/or Learning Management Systems
  
  
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and accessibility standards
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to feedback
  
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  
  
• Creative, flexible, and mission-driven
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Background or demonstrated interest in education, mental health, or social services
  
  
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and inclusive design principles
  
  
• Experience creating materials for both print and digital formats
  
  

Contract Details

• Estimated commitment: 40 hours per month, with flexibility to adjust as needed
  
  
• Initial contract: 2 months minimum, with possibility of extension based on organizational needs and performance
  
  
• Remote position; must be able to collaborate virtually
• Rate: $45-$100 per hour, depending on location and experience
  
  

How to Apply

Please submit the following to [insert email or application link here]:

• Resume or CV
  
  
• Link to your website, portfolio, or past work samples (applications without work samples will not be considered)
  
  
• Brief note about your interest in working with GPS and your relevant experience