Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant (Contractor Role)

SACNAS; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

SACNAS is seeking a part-time Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant who will support graphic design and digital marketing efforts, particularly for events like the NDiSTEM Conference. Ideal candidates will be proactive with proficiency in design software and a commitment to supporting STEM initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Opportunity for permanent position

Occasional domestic travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1–3 years in graphic design or communications.
• Experience with outreach for underrepresented communities is a plus.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.

Responsibilities

• Design digital and print materials, including logos and flyers.
• Collaborate on website updates and assist in drafting digital content.
• Create graphics for social media and support event communications.

Skills

Graphic Design

Digital Marketing

Project Management

Strong Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

HubSpot

WordPress

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Job description

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

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.