Job Description

Under the direction of the Brand Manager, the Graphic Design Production Coordinator is a key member of the marketing and communications department who supports brand, fundraising, community engagement, and program goals. This role assists with graphic design production for a wide range of marketing and branding needs, including program and event signage, printed collateral, merchandise, reports and newsletter, digital design, and more. This position is responsible for creative ideation, facilitating design reviews among multiple team members, and working with external vendors to coordinate print production, while ensuring all designs align with brand messaging and style guidelines. Thus, a candidate best suited for this role will demonstrate a high level of creativity, organization, and initiative.

This is a part-time, independent contractor role that requires availability for a consistent hybrid work schedule of 20 hours per week. You must be available to work at the Feeding San Diego office in Sorrento Valley on Thursdays as part of this schedule, with hours selected between 8am-5pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Graphic Design

• Produce a variety of designs for advertising, website, print and digital publications, signage, merchandise, and more using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to support marketing and fundraising campaigns, initiatives, and events.
• Receive and execute design requests from departments across the full organization, working with the requestor to determine design needs and timeline, coordinate reviews, and oversee orders of printed materials as needed
• Create Canva brand templates for organic social media posts, flyers, and more
• Maintain the visual identity of the brand throughout all creative production, ensuring a cohesive brand story in accordance with messaging and style guidelines

Production & Merchandise

• Help facilitate orders and production schedules, maintaining relationships with outside vendors for printing, signage, merchandise, and more
• Prepare and submit creative files adhering to a variety of print production standards, as set by each vendor
• Help maintain inventory and disbursement of collateral, signage, and merchandise orders as needed

General

• Support the Brand Manager in the development of innovative marketing strategies to grow brand awareness and support for Feeding San Diego across multiple channels
• Other duties as assigned by the Brand Manager and Director of Marketing & Communications

­ INTERACTION

The position will interact closely with FSD employees, visitors, neighbors, volunteers, donors, and partner representatives. This position will also interact with all staff at Feeding San Diego.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one year of directly related experience in graphic design, along with a bachelor’s or associate degree in graphic design, art, or related field of study; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Commitment to hunger-relief and Feeding San Diego’s mission with compassion and appreciation for hunger and climate related issues
• Proven proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Canva is required and must be demonstrated through a portfolio listed on applicant’s resume or otherwise shared with the hiring manager
• Proficiency with typography, color theory, layout design, and design principles
• Strong attention to detail and organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage timelines for multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines
• Proven history of creative initiative through creation of innovative graphic design projects with measurable results
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, phone & Adobe Creative Suite subscription, copier, and printer.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the Agency’s insurance carrier standards.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Work in an office adjacent to a warehouse setting with occasional travel to other locations in San Diego County.
• Prioritizes and multi-task work and projects requiring good memory, concentration, and analytical thinking.
• Occasionally is required to perform the safe operation of office equipment and machines and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but this office is maintained in a distribution center with machinery and large trucks.

Additional Information

Feeding San Diego provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

PAY & HOURS

$27/hour, 20 hours per week

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Hybrid/Flexible work environment; Attractive, welcoming office
• Your work has a real purpose and will help change lives in San Diego County.
• Supportive and engaged Board of Directors
• You’ll be part of a fun, supportive team that works hard and celebrates accomplishments together.
• We live by our core values: Agility, Stewardship, Collaboration, Environment, Nutrition & Dignity.
• 100% of our workforce believes in our mission and vision
• Commitment to Sustainability – We prioritize food rescue to feed people not landfills. Food waste goes to local hog farms.