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Join the Learning Without Tears team as a Graphic Designer to create impactful design solutions that support educational products and marketing initiatives. If you have a passion for education and strong design skills, we want you!

Responsibilities: Design visually compelling marketing materials, collaborate on creative projects, and ensure brand consistency across various platforms.

Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, strong visual design skills, collaborative mindset, and attention to detail.

Qualifications: Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience, with 2+ years of design experience in a professional setting.

Location: Cabin John, MD, US (Hybrid in the DMV area)

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $50,000 - $75,000.

Join Our Team at Learning Without Tears!

Position: Graphic Designer

Location: Hybrid in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia)

Are you passionate about education and looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of educators and children? At Learning Without Tears (LWT), we are a mission-driven, family-owned company dedicated to providing top-tier educational products, professional learning, and digital resources. Our team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence, creativity, and simplicity.

We believe in fostering a culture an inclusive culture where every team member feels a true sense of belonging and community. Our employees' unique experiences and perspectives drive our passion and innovation, propelling our mission forward.

As a Graphic Designer, you'll help shape the way educators and families experience our brand. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver design solutions that support marketing campaigns, product launches, training materials, and more.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Designing compelling visuals for emails, web pages, product images, packaging, presentations, social media, and print marketing materials.
• Bringing creative concepts to life through brainstorming, collaboration, and excellent execution.
• Ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints, while supporting new creative ideas.
• Participating in the entire design process-from concept and layout to final file delivery.
• Partnering with Marketing, Product, and Sourcing teams to create impactful, cost-effective designs.
• Mentoring and collaborating with other designers to raise the creative bar.
• Staying current on design trends, tools, and technologies to drive innovation.

What You Bring:

• A degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on design experience in a professional setting.
• Expertise with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD).
• Experience with Figma or Sketch is a plus.
• Strong visual design skills-think typography, layout, and color theory.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• A passion for education and creating purposeful, meaningful design.

Bonus Points If You:

• Have experience working in education, publishing, or e-learning industries.
• Have experience designing PowerPoint presentations.
• Have photography experience. 
• Know your way around project management tools like Robohead.
• Have experience with Figma or Sketch.
• Can step in to support team leadership and onboarding when needed.

Why Join Us?

At Learning Without Tears, we're more than just a company-we're a mission-driven team of creators, educators, and problem-solvers. We offer a supportive, inclusive environment where innovation thrives and every voice matters. Be a part of a brand that's been trusted by educators for decades-and help shape what comes next.