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Lead Graphic Designer | Marketing Coordinator

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ORGANIZATION: Surmount

  • 5 people are interested
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The Lead Graphic Designer | Marketing Coordinator will play a key role in advancing Surmount’s mission: to support access to resources, empowering New Yorkers to strengthen their families and communities while promoting opportunities for personal growth. This volunteer will craft compelling visuals and coordinate marketing efforts to engage the community, inspire action, and amplify Surmount’s impact.

Reports to: Marketing Director

Key Responsibilities:

Graphic Design

  • Create visually engaging materials that communicate Surmount’s mission and initiatives, including digital and print content like social media graphics, flyers, banners, and promotional materials.
  • Ensure all designs reflect Surmount’s brand identity and core values of collaboration, community, and empowerment.
  • Develop templates and branding guides to streamline communication efforts and maintain consistency.
  • Collaborate with program teams to create visuals that effectively highlight resources, opportunities, and success stories.

Marketing Coordination

  • Plan and execute marketing strategies to promote Surmount’s programs, events, and campaigns.
  • Manage and schedule content across social media platforms, focusing on engaging the community and increasing awareness of Surmount’s mission.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Team and volunteers to identify and develop content that resonates with Surmount’s audience.
  • Research and incorporate innovative ways to inspire community involvement and showcase Surmount’s impact.

Leadership and Collaboration

  • Provide guidance and feedback to junior design volunteers to ensure high-quality and mission-driven content.
  • Serve as the primary contact for all marketing-related projects and design requests from internal teams.
  • Foster a collaborative environment to generate ideas that support Surmount’s goals.

Preferred Experience:

  • Proficiency in graphic design software such as Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
  • Strong eye for design, including color, typography, and layout.
  • Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing strategies is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Prior experience in graphic design or marketing is beneficial but not required.

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About Surmount

Location:

1 Larkin Plaza, Yonkers, New York 10701, CA

Mission Statement

To support the access and collaboration of resources to strengthen New York communities through accessible resources, support, and growth opportunities

Description

Surmount is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved individuals in marginalized communities. Their mission involves fostering awareness of challenges like poverty and discrimination, advocating for systemic change, and ensuring access to essential resources like education and healthcare. They focus on promoting personal advancement through support, mentorship, and skill-building programs. Surmount envisions a future where everyone has the opportunity to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams, striving to create lasting change and build a more equitable society.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Hunger
Children & Youth, Community, Hunger

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
  • Marketing Strategy & Planning
  • Public Relations
  • Brand Development & Messaging
  • Graphic Design / Print
  • Social Media / Blogging

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 5-10 Hours a week

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