Marketing & Graphic Design Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Produce the season brochure, renewal materials, envelopes, and order forms
• Develop annual program books and concert programs
• Create materials for the Black Tie & Blue Jeans gala, including invitations, programs, table numbers, posters, bid cards, signage, and related event collateral
• Prepare fund drive materials, newsletters, donor remittance materials, and thank-you cards
• Print and prepare tickets, ticket envelopes, signage, flyers, postcards, inserts, and other printed pieces
• Produce print and digital advertisements for concerts, fundraising campaigns, education programs, and special events
• Build templates and branded assets for recurring marketing needs
• Design and format eblasts for concerts, events, fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and announcements
• Generate written and visual content for email campaigns
• Coordinate content, images, links, and calls to action
• Design graphics, posts, stories, banners, and promotional content
• Create content for Symphony concerts, Chamber Music Series, Youth Orchestra, Youth Matinee, Free Family Concert, fundraising campaigns, Black Tie & Blue Jeans, and other organizational activities
• Repurpose approved marketing copy and campaign themes for social media use
• Assist with social media calendars and scheduled posts
• Update event graphics, images, copy, or links as directed
• Prepare web-ready graphics and assets
• Assist with basic page updates for concerts, events, campaigns, and announcements
• Ensure visual consistency between website materials and other marketing collateral

Requirements

• Demonstrated graphic design experience, ideally spanning print and digital materials
• Proficiency with professional design software such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Canva, or comparable tools
• Ability to design multi-page publications including program books and brochures
• Experience creating content for social media, email marketing, print advertising, and digital campaigns
• Strong visual judgment with an understanding of layout, typography, branding, and file preparation
• Excellent attention to detail, especially for dates, names, sponsor listings, concert information, and donor recognition
• Capability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while accepting direction and feedback
• Reliable access to a computer, internet, and necessary design software
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must pass a background check

Technologies

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Acrobat
• Canva

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit, arts organizations, orchestras, performing arts groups, or event-based marketing
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms, social media scheduling tools, CMS, and basic web design principles
• Photography, video editing, or basic motion graphics experience
• Appreciation for classical music, live performance, community arts, or mission-driven work

Portfolio Requirement

• Program books or multi-page publications
• Brochures, annual reports, or event programs
• Social media graphics
• Email marketing examples
• Print or digital advertisements
• Fundraising or event material
• Website or digital campaign assets

Work Schedule

• Part-time role averaging about 20 hours per week; schedule may vary with concert cycles, campaigns, and events
• Hybrid arrangement with some in-office work preferred when possible; fully remote considered for highly qualified candidates who communicate effectively and meet deadlines
• Some evening or weekend availability may be required for concerts, events, or urgent production deadlines

To Apply

• Cover letter
• Resume
• PDF portfolio or PDF work sample
• Three professional references

Compensation

Hourly wage: $25 to $30 per hour