Marketing and Graphic Design Assistant

Position Summary

This position will work directly with the Marketingand Communications Department at the UNM Foundation, Inc. Primary tasks include :

Responsibilities :

Assisting with design / layout, writing and editing of documents and marketing materials.

Uses online programs to lay out, schedule and monitor broadcast emails on behalf of the Foundation and other departments.

Makes website updates, including changing, editing / proofing, and auditing web content.

Regularly audits website for edits, current content, broken links, etc.

Designs graphic elements, including, but not limited to, advertisements, documents, website images, social media images and other elements as needed.

Under supervision / direction of Content Development and Digital Marketing Project Officer and / or Associate Managing Director, participates in social media communications to promote the Foundation’s mission and vision.

Communications by telephone, email and in person with internal and external customers to clarify and make decisions regarding broadcast email requests.

Participates in photography and videography efforts for website, social media and other uses as identified by the Managing Director and / or Associate Managing Director.

Basic office support work as assigned (forms preparation, research for purchasing projects, creating lists, creating spreadsheets, maintaining lists,

May provide support for promotional special events.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

Ability to create graphic design from completion

Knowledge of various graphic file formats

Ability to work in job tracking software

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to manage time and establishing priorities

Strong work ethic

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

Strong written composition and editorial skills

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Professional, MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Familiar with WordPress, and / or HTML (preferred).

Must respect and adhere to UNMF policies regarding the need for confidentiality of UNMF donors and colleagues.

Minimum Education / Experience :

• Experience in professional working environment;

Samples of original design, writing / editing examples, and, if available, photo, web and video examples.

Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

Salary : $12 - $14