Graphic Designer

Founded in 1892, Chevy Chase Club is a premier, four-season, member-owned private club just outside Washington, D.C., known for its enduring legacy, exceptional hospitality, and outstanding facilities. Spanning 199 acres, the Club features a historic main clubhouse, five dining outlets, a newly remodeled golf course, racquet sports, fitness and aquatic facilities, an ice rink, duckpin bowling, and overnight accommodations. With a year-round calendar of events for 2,500 member families, a seasonal team of over 500 staff, Chevy Chase Club continues to set the standard for excellence in the private club industry. As an employer, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where team members are valued and empowered, working together to serve a vibrant, gracious, and engaged membership. The Graphic Designer serves as the primary design resource for the Marketing & Communications Department, creating high-quality print and digital materials that support Club-wide programs, events and communications. This position is responsible for a wide range of creative projects while ensuring consistency with the Club’s brand standards. As a member of a small, collaborative team, the Graphic Designer will also be cross-trained to support the department’s day-to-day communications and administrative functions, including website maintenance, email marketing, print distribution and other departmental needs. The ideal candidate is a skilled and versatile designer who brings strong creative judgment, attention to detail, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed to support the team. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Graphic Design & Creative Production • Serve as the department’s primary graphic designer, creating high-quality materials for programs, events, dining, athletics, membership, team member communications and other Club initiatives. • Design and produce a wide range of print and digital materials, including newsletters and bulletins, brochures, flyers, signage, menus, invitations, publications, email graphics, forms, sign-in sheets, presentations and other materials that communicate information clearly while maintaining consistent branding and visual standards. • Manage design projects from initial concept through final production, incorporating feedback and preparing accurate, polished files for digital distribution or print. • Maintain consistency across creative materials by following established brand standards for typography, color, imagery, logos and overall visual identity. • Collaborate with Marketing & Communications team members and departments across the organization to translate information, goals and ideas into clear and engaging visual communications. • Coordinate print production as needed, including preparing files, reviewing proofs and working with internal resources and outside vendors. • Organize and maintain design files, templates and creative assets to support efficient production and consistent branding. • Stay informed of design trends, tools and best practices and identify opportunities to strengthen the quality and effectiveness of the Club’s visual communications. Communications & Department Support • Support the day-to-day execution of Club communications, including building and distributing marketing emails, updating website content and assisting with other digital communications. • Utilize the department’s website, email marketing and other communications platforms to help maintain accurate, timely and visually consistent information. • Maintain and distribute printed signage and communications throughout the Club, including posting flyers, updating framed posters and ensuring materials displayed across the property are current, accurate and professionally presented. • Support the organization and maintenance of department files, mailing lists, forms and other communications resources. • Assist with photography, image selection and management of the Club’s digital photo library as needed. • Provide general project and administrative support to the Marketing & Communications team, particularly during high-volume periods, major events and publication deadlines. • Remain flexible in taking on new responsibilities, systems and processes as department needs evolve. • All other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. • A strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills across print and digital work is required for consideration. • High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign and Illustrator. • Strong understanding of typography, layout, composition, color and visual hierarchy. • Ability to create polished, brand-consistent materials across a variety of formats, audiences and communication needs. • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality. • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines. • Collaborative, team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Adaptable and eager to learn new tools, systems and processes and contribute to responsibilities beyond graphic design as part of a small multifaceted Marketing & Communications team. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with website content management systems, email marketing platforms or other digital communications tools. • Familiarity with print production processes and working with commercial print vendors. • Photography and basic photo-editing experience. • Experience creating PowerPoint presentations or other presentation materials. • Experience supporting marketing, communications or administrative functions in a collaborative environment. • Experience in hospitality, private clubs, nonprofit organizations or other service-focused environments is a plus. The Graphic Designer serves as the primary design resource for the Marketing & Communications Department, creating high-quality print and digital materials that support Club-wide programs, events and communications. This position is responsible for a wide range of creative projects while ensuring consistency with the Club’s brand standards. As a member of a small, collaborative team, the Graphic Designer will also be cross-trained to support the department’s day-to-day communications and administrative functions, including website maintenance, email marketing, print distribution and other departmental needs. The ideal candidate is a skilled and versatile designer who brings strong creative judgment, attention to detail, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed to support the team. Our hiring process is designed to give candidates an opportunity to learn more about the role, the Marketing & Communications team and the Club. Candidates can expect an initial phone screening followed by a virtual interview. Local finalists may then be invited to the Club for an in-person interview and tour of the property.