Most political and advocacy creative looks the same. Ours doesn't. POOLHOUSE is a top advertising and consulting agency built on the belief that bold, strategic, standout creative matters - and it's what makes the difference. We work on the biggest campaigns, the hardest issues, and for brands that want to stand out from the crowd.
We're looking for a Graphic Designer to join the team. Someone who works fast, sweats the details, and makes the kind of creative that gets noticed.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Design bold, strategic creative across digital, social, web, print, and broadcast.
- Build logos, campaign identities, and brand systems that feel intentional and cohesive
- Create high-performing digital ads, landing pages, email graphics, decks, and presentation materials that are clear, persuasive, and visually dialed in.
- Translate messaging and strategy into compelling visual storytelling.
- Collaborate with account teams, video editors, producers, to develop integrated campaign creative.
- Prepare and package final files - understanding specs, placements, and technical requirements.
- Manage multiple active tasks at once while maintaining speed, organization, and attention to detail.
- Incorporate feedback quickly and thoughtfully without losing creative integrity.
- Maintain clean file structures, consistent naming conventions, and organized asset libraries.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of professional design experience in an agency, campaign, advocacy, or similarly fast-paced creative environment.
- A portfolio that demonstrates strong brand identity work, digital-first design thinking, and versatility across styles.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Working knowledge of After Effects a plus.
- Experience with Figma and Canva for web, collaborative design workflows, and quick-turn creative.
- Working knowledge of Google Slides for building and maintaining presentation decks.
- Strong understanding of typography, hierarchy, composition, and color.
- Ability to take strategic direction and translate it into sharp, persuasive visual execution.
- Comfortable working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
- Highly organized with disciplined file management habits.
- Clear communicator who collaborates well across teams.
- Position is based in Washington, DC or Richmond, VA; applicants must be willing and able to fulfill the role in person.
- Portfolio required. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on industry standards
- A collaborative and creative work environment
- 100% employer covered medical, dental and vision insurance
- 100% employer covered medical for dependents
- 12 days of PTO a year
- Generous paid holiday schedule including Thanksgiving week and Christmas Break
- Parental Leave
- 401k with employer match
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Company funding for relevant continued education and skill development
Top Skills
What We Do
POOLHOUSE is an ad agency that creates bold campaigns that win elections, empower brands, and move people to action. We work to win, and build our clients razor-sharp spots. From YouTube all the way down to television; no one will make it better.
POOLHOUSE has succeeded at the highest level of politics, corporate and public affairs – including Presidential Campaigns, Fortune 500 companies, and leading national associations.
With a proven track record of building award winning ad campaigns and communicating visual messaging we know the best results are based in top-notch creative. We make sure every razor-sharp ad we cut best tells our client’s unique story.
Headquartered in Richmond, VA with offices in Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC
