Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer
Status: Part time, permanent
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:
1. Maintain regular communication with Director of Marketing & Communications regarding current and
upcoming projects and deadlines
2. Collect information from Executive Director, department Directors and staff to meet deadlines for various
regular and special projects
3. Design print and digital marketing materials such as the newsletter, enews, ads, videos, various
brochures, year-end appeal and annual report
4. Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
5. Enter program information for database-driven CNC web calendar and various online calendars
6. Promote CNC through various social media channels
7. Export content and distribution lists from various database software
8. Capture CNC programs through photography and videography
9. Produce videos promoting CNC programs, events and fundraising
10. Perform administrative tasks related to marketing and communications as required
11. 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 procedure: Send cover letter and resume to Jamie Hockstra, Director of Marketing & Communications at: [email protected]
or 400 S Badour Road, Midland, MI 48640
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.
