Marketing and Graphic Design Specialist
The Council of State Governments - Lombard, Illinois, United States, 60148![The Council of State Governments](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
The Marketing and Graphic Design Specialist is responsible for assisting with the overall marketing and communication strategies for two entities: the Midwestern Legislative Conference (MLC) and the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission (MIPRC, a compact agency housed in and managed by CSG Midwest). The duties of this position will be split between the Midwest Office general operations and MIPRC. The Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the overall marketing and communication strategies for the two entities, including writing, marketing strategies, design work, website maintenance, and social media management.Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Maintains brand standards for online, print and website communicationsAssists in marketing and communications, including the design and production of print and digital collateral, e-newsletter templates, and specialty e-mail blasts as needed for the general office, publications, event promotionAssists with upgrades to and maintenance of the CSG Midwest website and event website.Assists with database and email marketing contact management, developing email marketing schedule and operational protocolsAssist with marketing strategies, email and website analyticsAssist with event planning, management, communication and registrationWebsite management, including oversight of website redesign, content transfer, and day-to-day content creation, management and maintenance.Design and redesign/update promotional and marketing materialsDevelop and implement promotional and marketing strategiesWork with external stakeholders on project-specific goals and promotionAssist with meetings, workshops and webinars, along with other duties as assigned.Skills And Abilities
A keen eye for aesthetics and details, with excellent proofreadingExcellent organizational, analytical, administrative, communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.Strong office technology skills a must: adept in Microsoft Suite, Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign and Photoshop; Illustrator, a plus)Graphic design experience and working knowledge of design softwareFamiliarity with social media platforms and experience with content creationExperience with website content management systems (WordPress a plus)Experience with email marketing software (Constant Contact a plus)Experience with event management platforms a plusAbility to quickly learn/adapt to new and changing technologyAbility to work well both independently and as part of a teamExperience with database managementSteadfast commitment to providing members with timely, effective customer serviceWorking knowledge of public policy and the role of states within the federal system a plusDedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with civility, be non-partisan in performing CSG duties, and be a responsible steward of public fundsReliable self-starter; effective time and project managerPositive team player with a professional work ethicWillingness and ability to: demonstrate cultural competence, including self-awareness, understanding and valuing others; interact effectively with diverse people in different contexts; foster equity and inclusionFlexibility and willingness to take on new tasks and technologies as necessary to meet evolving needs and objectives of organization and its membersWillingness to travel as needed, including several trips per yearEducation And Experience Requirements
Bachelors or advanced degree in marketing, communications, graphic design or related field (additional relevant experience may be substituted for education requirement).Two years' experience in marketing, communications, graphic designCompensation
CSG believes that pay equity and pay transparency advance workplace fairness. Compensation will be equitable and based on experience. The salary range for this position based in the Chicago, IL area is $53,000 to $56,500.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested applicants must complete the online application and include cover letter, resume and a work sample. The work sample (graphic/web/print design) may be provided as a link in the cover letter or a separate uploaded document.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. CSG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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