Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer

Position Available:
Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer
Status: Part time, permanent
Application deadline: October 18, 2026

Help create lasting memories of time spent in nature for visitors young and old and of all abilities. Job Summary: Join a staff of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect all people with nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. CNC is in search of a Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer with a passion for promoting CNC and its offerings. Objective: To create promotional materials that enable CNC staff to deliver programs to its members and the general public through various marketing initiatives, and to provide support to help maintain and grow sustainable resources.

Position Available:
Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer
Status: Part time, permanent
Application deadline: October 18, 2026
Help create lasting memories of time spent in nature for visitors young and old and of all abilities. Job Summary: Join a staff of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect all people with nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. CNC is in search of a Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer with a passion for promoting CNC and its offerings. Objective: To create promotional materials that enable CNC staff to deliver programs to its members and the general public through various marketing initiatives, and to provide support to help maintain and grow sustainable resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain regular communication with Director of Marketing & Communications regarding current and upcoming projects and deadlines

Collect information from Executive Director, department Directors and staff to meet deadlines for various regular and special projects

Design print and digital marketing materials such as the newsletter, enews, ads, videos, various brochures, year-end appeal and annual report

Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Enter program information for database-driven CNC web calendar and various online calendars

Promote CNC through various social media channels

Export content and distribution lists from various database software

Capture CNC programs through photography and videography

Produce videos promoting CNC programs, events and fundraising

Perform administrative tasks related to marketing and communications as required

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, communications or related field with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience

Computer proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite software including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, and Microsoft Office

Experience with video production, preferably using Adobe Premiere Pro

Experience using social media in a marketing capacity

Competency with electronic (web-based) communications including interactivity (hyperlinks, bookmarks, online editors)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work independently, manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines

Ability to organize information from numerous staff and departments, including supervisor, related to marketing initiatives

Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to people of various abilities and generations

Able to work in an environment that has a moderate noise level, open office concept

Available to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends and evenings

Status: Part time, permanent

Reports to: Director of Marketing & Communications

Schedule: 20-25 hours/week, Monday-Friday (4-5 days/week) with occasional weekend and evening hours

Start Date: November 30, 2026 (flexible)

Compensation & Benefits:

$18/ hour

403(b) annuity plan with voluntary additional contribution

staff uniform

CNC membership

20% discount in Nature Center Store

10% discount on registered program member fee

Application Deadline : October 18, 2026

Overview: CNC is a nonprofit, environmental education organization. Its mission is to connect all people to nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. The 2,000-acre property includes woodlands, fields, ponds and rivers. CNC’s facilities consist of a Visitor Center with Ecosystem Gallery, classrooms and Nature Center store; an 1870s Homestead Farm complex; Nature Preschool; an arboretum and over 19 miles of nature trails. See www.chippewanaturecenter.org for more information.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Chippewa Nature Center is committed to creating a workplace and visitor experience where all people feel valued for their unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives. Staff, volunteers, program participants, visitors, and all those who engage with the nature center are invited to fully connect with CNC regardless of their race, color, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, marital status, political affiliation, or parental status. Through ongoing learning, training, and listening, CNC strives to welcome all people.

Equal Opportunity Employment : CNC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, height, weight, handicap or disability, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws.

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