Marketing Associate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, digital media, web design, marketing, or a closely related field.
• One year of professional work experience in graphic design, visual communications, digital media, web design, or a closely related field.
• Experience designing marketing and communications materials for higher education, nonprofit organizations, fundraising, or advancement.
• Experience with WordPress or similar website content management systems.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and basic web development principles.
• Experience designing content for interactive displays, digital signage, or donor recognition systems.
• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards and best practices for web and digital content.
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative concepts and execute projects from initial design through final production.
• A master's degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may substitute for one year (12 months) of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and produce creative materials for print, digital, and web platforms, including brochures, newsletters, invitations, advertisements, publications, presentations, social media graphics, email campaigns, and fundraising materials.
• Develop and maintain website designs, landing pages, and digital content consistent with university and Foundation branding, accessibility standards, and user experience best practices.
• Create and manage visual content for interactive digital displays and digital signage systems, including donor recognition displays, university highlights, event promotions, and visitor experiences.
• Design and prepare print-ready materials, coordinating with printers and external vendors to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely production.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, and fundraising teams to develop creative concepts and visual storytelling strategies highlighting university achievements, donor impact, student success, and philanthropic initiatives.
• Develop graphics, layouts, and visual assets for digital marketing campaigns, including email marketing, social media, websites, and other online communications.
• Support design and production of fundraising campaign materials, donor proposals, stewardship reports, event collateral, and other advancement communications.
• Assist with website design and content updates, including page layouts, graphics, visual elements, and enhancements that improve functionality, accessibility, and user engagement.
• Ensure visual materials adhere to university and Foundation brand standards, including consistency in typography, color, imagery, layout, and overall visual identity.
• Collaborate with video production and communications staff to develop graphics and other visual assets for video storytelling and multimedia projects.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, coordinating timelines, revisions, approvals, and production deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Stay informed about emerging design trends, technologies, and best practices in graphic design, digital communications, web design, and visual storytelling.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.