Contract Graphic Designer (Project-Based)

OVERVIEW:
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Foundation is seeking a talented graphic designer to serve as a creative partner supporting our annual signature events and select communications materials.

This role is primarily project-based, with the largest engagement centered around our annual Valor Awards, as well as occasional design support throughout the year for the Foundation and the LAFD.

WHO ARE WE:
The LAFD Foundation is the Los Angeles Fire Department’s only official nonprofit organization. We provide vital equipment and fund programs that help the LAFD save lives and protect communities across Los Angeles. The LAFD Foundation stands in the gap between what the city funds and what firefighters need to do their jobs safely, effectively, and efficiently.

The LAFD Foundation measures success by how prepared, safe, and equipped our firefighters are.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Annual Event Design (Primary Focus)
•Lead design of Valor Awards event materials, including:
oA multi-page printed program
oPrint and digital invitations
oEvent collateral (signage, slides, digital assets)
•Translate brand and storytelling into a cohesive visual experience
•Prepare print-ready files and coordinate with vendors as needed

Ongoing Design Support (As Needed)
•Design one-pagers, donor materials, or event collateral
•Support light updates to existing materials
•Ensure brand consistency across assets

ENGAGEMENT STRUCTURE
•Independent contractor (project-based + as-needed)
•Major projects scoped at a flat rate
•Smaller requests billed hourly
•Anticipated major project cycle: annual (Valor Awards)

QUALIFICATIONS
•Strong portfolio demonstrating print + event design work
•Experience designing multi-page layouts (programs, reports, etc.)
•Excellent typography, layout, and brand consistency skills
•Ability to prepare print-ready files
•Strong communication and ability to collaborate with non-designers
•Experience with nonprofits, events, or storytelling-driven design preferred
•Web-based design experience a plus, but not required

Salary: $60 – $100 hourly/$3.5K – $7K Flat Rate

Benefits: Contractor is engaged as an independent contractor and is not an employee of the LAFD Foundation. Contractor is responsible for all taxes, insurance, and obligations associated with their business.

Education requirements: Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree

Deadline to apply: June 1, 2026

Documents required to apply: Resume, references, work samples/portfolio

How to apply: Submit the following to Rianna Rizzuto, Director of Communications, at Rianna@SupportLAFD.org:

•Portfolio with 2-3 relevant print or event design samples
•Brief introduction (3-5 sentences)
•Your project pricing approach (flat fee, hourly, or hybrid)
•Resume and/or website that reflects past work and experience