Production & Design Associate

About the National Multifamily Housing Council

Based in Washington, DC, NMHC is a national association representing the interests of the larger and most prominent apartment firms in the U.S. NMHC advocates on behalf of rental housing, conducts apartment-related research, encourages the exchange of strategic business information, and promotes the desirability of apartment living. NMHC's members are the principal officers of firms engaged in all aspects of the apartment industry, including ownership, development, management, and financing.  More information about the Council is available at nmhc.org.

Position Summary

Supports NMHC’s digital publishing and public affairs efforts by creating multifamily assets for NMHC.org, email and social platforms. Works with the communications team to create and distribute multimedia content across multiple platforms to support engagement efforts with members, policymakers, media and key influencers.

Essential Duties

• Develop multimedia content to support broad communications and marketing efforts.
• Design, update and maintain branded content across all channels—including digital infographics, social media art and print reports, meeting materials, and print/digital ads.
• Supports implementation of print and digital ad campaigns and digital grassroots campaigns.
• Supports production of podcasts, pre-recorded videos, virtual events and webinars.
• Supports production of staff presentation materials.
• Supports Web Manager by posting editorial content to NMHC.org and RETTC.org as needed—including newsletters, member topic updates and research reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

Attend NMHC events, and other industry events, as necessary to capture video, audio or photography—and provide other onsite assistance as assigned. Some travel may be required.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• 0-3 years of digital communications work experience.
• Basic understanding of content management systems. Other digital publishing platforms a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency with page and presentation formatting, graphic design (using Canva, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop or other similar tool), and video editing and production (using Premiere Pro or other similar tool).
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating multimedia assets for news and/or marketing uses for a wide audience.
• Keen interest public policy (housing policy interest a plus) or politics and follows the news of the day on politics, markets and major events.
• Ability to prioritize, work well under pressure and capably handle/juggle multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
• Organized with an eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including but not limited to executives, managers and subject matter experts.
• Ability to be a team player as well as work independently.

Requirements and Compensation

Broad computer skills, including proficiency in video editing software, graphic design software, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. NMHC offers a flexible, hybrid, and professional work environment with competitive compensation, excellent benefits, business casual dress, and 401K.

Application Instructions (No Phone Calls Please):

Please submit your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and references to hr@nmhc.org, with the subject: Production & Design Associate—[Your Last Name].

The National Multifamily Housing Council is an equal opportunity employer.