Marketing and Communications Committee: Designer

The Marketing and Communications Designer supports Digital Collegium’s marketing efforts by creating templates and visual assets for email, social media and other marketing materials. The designer also manages the Digital Collegium Apparel and Accessories storefront, including merchandise development and promotion. 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. Qualifications Required 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. Preferred 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. Estimated time commitment Attend monthly Marketing and Communications Committee meetings virtually.Commitment varies seasonally and may increase during merchandise launches, a minimum of one to two hours per month is anticipated. Length of appointment One to two years, with the option to renew for additional terms. Growth opportunities As a Marketing and Communications Committee member, you will gain: 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. Conference attendance Conference attendance is not required. Conference registration is not waived for this position. How to Apply To apply, select the following Apply for Job button, then use the supplied link. You will be taken to your Volunteer Profile form. Update your profile to include your interest in this position and your related qualifications.