Independent Contractor : Senior Graphic Design Contractor

Location:  Remote

Project Lead: Vice President of Communications

Position Type: Independent Contractor

Desired Length of Contract: 6-8 weeks (temporary)

Payment Terms: This role requires a commitment of approximately 20 to 25 hours per week, flexibly distributed to accommodate project demands and personal schedules. The budget is approximately $80-$90 per hour. 

 

About Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families (BSF) is a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting military families by providing programming and resources while strengthening their connections to their local communities. We partner with businesses, government agencies, and local organizations to create impactful programs that empower and uplift military families.

 

Independent Contractor Engagement Terms:

This independent contractor will be retained solely for project-based, outcome-driven services and will not be an employee, agent, or representative of Blue Star Families. The independent contractor:

• Will provide their own tools, equipment, and software necessary for completing deliverables.
• Is responsible for determining work methods, scheduling, and location of work.
• Maintains full control over how services are executed.
• Will invoice BSF on agreed terms and is responsible for their own tax obligations, insurance, and business expenses.
• May perform work for other clients and is not subject to BSF employee policies or supervision.

Project Based Scope of Work 

The Independent Contractor (Consultant) will provide design support for Blue Star Families' collateral needs, ensuring all materials align with BSF branding and design guidelines. Responsibilities include:

• BSF social media graphics including animated graphics
• BSF email newsletter graphics including animated graphics
• Reports/slide decks
• Promotional items, including flyers
• Event signage
• Digital assets including infographics
• Fundraising Collateral (as requested and approved by BSF)
• Other related campaigns as needed throughout the year (e.g., town halls, Capitol Hill events, funder, and supporter receptions, etc.) 

Consultant will ensure all materials maintain consistency with Blue Star Families' brand identity. 

Chapter designs should be editable in Canva, allowing chapters to update and modify materials as needed.

Consultant will respond to requests in a timely manner - within 24 hours.

 

 Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional design experience, preferably supporting nonprofits, membership organizations, or advocacy campaigns.
• Experience designing for both print and digital platforms, including social media, email campaigns, reports, and event collateral.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Canva.
• Experience creating animated graphics or motion assets (After Effects, Canva, or similar tools).
• Understanding of brand systems and style guides, with demonstrated ability to maintain brand consistency across platforms.
• Familiarity with military families, nonprofit communications, or cause-based storytelling a plus
• Skilled in using collaborative tools (e.g., Google Workspace, project management software) while maintaining autonomy
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously

 

Deliverables & Payment Terms

All services shall be delivered in accordance with agreed deadlines and milestones. Payment structure to be outlined in a separate contract. BSF shall not direct how services are performed — only that deliverables meet agreed results.