Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY  

The Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant is a temporary, part-time contractor  role within the SACNAS Development and Communications Department. This role focuses on providing project-based graphic design and digital marketing services to support year-round events, including SACNAS' largest event, the NDiSTEM Conference.  

The  contractor will collaborate with the Manager, Marketing & Communications, to define project goals and timelines. This position can be performed remotely and may have the potential to transition to a permanent staff role. Contractors must have their own equipment and tools and are responsible for managing their own time and work processes to meet the agreed-upon deliverables.  

Rate Range: $23.07–$24.03/hour DOE  

Hours: Up to 25 hours per week  

SCOPE OF WORK  

Graphic Design Deliverables:  

• Design digital and print materials, including logos, digital ads, flyers, brochures, posters, conference merchandise, and other assets.  
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva to create high-quality visual content.  
• Perform photo manipulation and editing to enhance images for marketing purposes.  
• Design marketing collateral for email campaigns and social media graphics.
• Provide short-form video content edits for social and promotional use.  
• Ensure all materials adhere to SACNAS brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity.  

Website & Digital Content  

• Support the coordination of website updates and finalized content. 
• Maintain visually appealing and accurate digital assets in alignment with SACNAS branding. 
• Assist in drafting and optimizing digital content for a variety of platforms (website, email, etc.).  

Social Media Support (as needed) 

• Create quick-turnaround social media graphics using Canva. 
• Support SACNAS events by capturing content (photos/videos) as needed. 
• Assist with website and external communications during conference timeframes .  
• Support the scheduling of social posts.  

Cross-Functional Collaboration  

• Collaborate with SACNAS staff to develop creative assets that support fundraising, member engagement, and outreach goals. 
• Participate in creative project check-ins (remote, as scheduled) to ensure alignment with overall deliverables and branding. 
• Stay informed on graphic design trends and offer creative suggestions to enhance SACNAS communications.  

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS  

Minimum Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree with 1–3 years of work experience in graphic design, communications, or a related field. 
• Prior experience with outreach and design for underrepresented communities in STEM is a plus. 

Critical Skills and Tools  

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva. 
• Experience with content updates using platforms such as HubSpot or WordPress. 
• Video editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.  
• Familiarity with social platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube).  
• Strong communication and organizational skills.  
• Ability to manage multiple creative projects independently.  

Contractor Expectations  

• Must have own equipment. 
• Must be able to manage project timelines and deliverables independently. 
• Work schedule is flexible; some evening or weekend availability may be required during event periods.  
• Occasional domestic travel may be requested (reimbursable with prior approval).  

VALUES AT SACNAS  

We seek individuals who embody our core values:  

• Inclusion: Welcoming and celebrating differences. 
• Collaboration: Working together and supporting each other. 
• Innovation: Embracing creative, data-informed experimentation.  
• Accountability: Taking responsibility and delivering excellence.  

This contractor role is ideal for a proactive, mission-aligned professional looking to contribute creative  expertise to a high-impact organization supporting STEM and a STEM workforce.  

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Part time, For contractors, Work experience placement, Remote job, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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