The designer creates the event brand identity within the guidelines of HighEdWeb and produces designs for all collateral as a branded suite. This role works with the Marketing and Communications Lead, Social Media Coordinator, and Platform Coordinator to ensure that the event’s brand identity is represented cohesively through all channels and collateral.
Responsibilities
General
- Facilitate an environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Before the event
- Work with the web coordinator to develop the base wireframe and style prototype for the event website.
- Develop a design style guide for the event (fonts, logo, swatch colors)
- Design collateral needed to market the event, such as:
- Web ads and badges
- Social media promotions (like Facebook event imagery)
- Marketing email design
During the event
- Assist with conference setup
- Attend all committee meetings
- Develop ad hoc signage or other materials to support communication efforts
After the event
- Ensure all design files and related files are archived within the event project management site for future reference
Qualifications
Required
- Membership in the association, which can be fulfilled at application. (Free general membership for higher education professionals would meet this requirement.)
- A detail oriented person that can stay on top of multiple responsibilities
- Experience with graphic design development for multiple formats and platforms, and brand identity development
Preferred
- Knowledge and experience with web graphic design
Estimated time commitment
- As a member of the planning committee, this position is expected to virtually attend monthly meetings
- The time commitment for committee work varies, with a minimum of 1-2 hours per month and a peak commitment of 1 hour/day at times of deadlines (identifying brand details, setting up the website, preparing signs, etc.)
- There will be a couple of hours required after the event to prepare a final report with recommendations for future events
Length of appointment
Up to 12 months with the option to renew for a subsequent term
Growth opportunities
By serving in this role, you will gain:
- Opportunity to learn while volunteering on a flexible schedule
- Experience serving on a committee for the Association
- Committee members who reliably serve on this committee would be eligible to serve as a committee chair.
- Access to HighEdWeb volunteer rewards.
Conference attendance
Event attendance is required. Event registration is 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.
To apply for this job please visit membership.highedweb.org.