[Remote] Marketing and Communications Committee: Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Digital Collegium is seeking a Marketing and Communications Designer to support its marketing efforts through visual assets and reusable templates for email, social media and other materials. The role also manages the organization’s apparel and accessories storefront, including merchandise development, promotion and collaboration with event committees.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Digital Collegium Apparel and Accessories storefront, including product organization, design and updates
• Create original merchandise that promotes Digital Collegium’s brand and appeals to the broader membership. Maintain a diverse, inclusive product selection, avoid gender-based product labels and organization, and beta-test new designs to ensure they meet quality standards
• Collaborate with event committees to review merchandise designs, organize and publish event collections, and cross-train volunteers on storefront processes
• Develop and implement a storefront marketing plan that promotes new merchandise, special offers and event collections
• Develop and maintain reusable templates for email campaigns, social media and other marketing materials. Ensure designs align with Digital Collegium’s brand and visual identity
• Assist with email layout and formatting to create engaging, accessible and consistent communications
• Participate in Marketing and Communications Committee meetings to promote Digital Collegium’s programs, opportunities and initiatives
• Work with the committee’s staff liaison on financial and vendor-related matters associated with the storefront
• Promote an environment that values diverse perspectives, cultural awareness and respectful engagement with people from different backgrounds

Skills

• Demonstrated design skills for print and digital materials
• Membership in Digital Collegium, including free general membership. Applicants may join when applying
• Familiarity with Digital Collegium and its mission
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage assigned responsibilities
• Familiarity with online storefront platforms, preferably Threadless
• Knowledge of branding and inclusive design practices
• Ability to create and organize website content
• Experience with project management and team communication platforms, such as ClickUp and Slack
• Proficiency with Google Drive

Benefits

• Free general membership in Digital Collegium.
• Experience developing and implementing a consistent brand identity and design system.
• Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Opportunities to expand your professional network and support your career development.
• Access to Digital Collegium’s volunteer rewards program.
• Attend monthly Marketing and Communications Committee meetings virtually.

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