Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant (Contractor Role)

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SACNAS

Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant (Contractor Role)

San Jose, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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

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    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.