Education Marketing Assistant bei Wildlife Conservation Society
Wildlife Conservation Society · Bronx, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Bronx
Job Description
Position: Education Marketing Assistant
Reports to: Manager of Education
Position Managed: n/a
Location: Bronx Zoo based/ Hybrid (3 days in person, 1 day remote)
Scope: WCS Zoos and Aquarium Education
Position Type: Part Time/Contract through June 2026
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
Job Summary
The Education Department Marketing Assistant is responsible for marketing and promoting educational experiences to students, educators, and families in the tri-state area. This position requires an enthusiastic, committed, creative, and detail-oriented storyteller. Candidates must have demonstrated copywriter skills and understand the power of images in inspiring people. Dependability, adaptability, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines are key to succeeding in this role.
Major Responsibilities
Reports to: Manager of Education
Position Managed: n/a
Location: Bronx Zoo based/ Hybrid (3 days in person, 1 day remote)
Scope: WCS Zoos and Aquarium Education
Position Type: Part Time/Contract through June 2026
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
Job Summary
The Education Department Marketing Assistant is responsible for marketing and promoting educational experiences to students, educators, and families in the tri-state area. This position requires an enthusiastic, committed, creative, and detail-oriented storyteller. Candidates must have demonstrated copywriter skills and understand the power of images in inspiring people. Dependability, adaptability, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines are key to succeeding in this role.
Major Responsibilities
- Support the Education department in executing marketing campaigns and strategies.
- Develop compelling copy to promote programming on an ongoing basis.
- Using Canva and Adobe, create dynamic and engaging marketing assets (print and digital) that align with the WCS Education Inclusive Style Guide.
- Create and disseminate Family and Educator monthly email newsletters that reach current and new education department subscribers.
- Maintain and update WCS Education webpages and supporting files in CMS to reflect current and upcoming educational department offerings.
- Maintain online directories with various media outlets.
Qualification Requirements
Job Qualification
Physical Demands
The physical demands include but are not limited to the use of a Keyboard, 10-key, Mouse, and Telephone Use, Handwriting, Sitting, Standing, Crouching, Kneeling, Bending, Walking, Stair Climbing, and Lifting up to 50lbs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies. Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
- 1 year of marketing experience that includes creating and editing assets with strict deadlines and working with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong copywriting skills and the ability to concisely communicate ideas.
- Competency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, SharePoint, as well as Google Apps
- Demonstrated experience using Canva, Mailchimp, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience in web creation and maintenance
- Excellent organizational and time management skills - fine attention to detail
Physical Demands
The physical demands include but are not limited to the use of a Keyboard, 10-key, Mouse, and Telephone Use, Handwriting, Sitting, Standing, Crouching, Kneeling, Bending, Walking, Stair Climbing, and Lifting up to 50lbs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies. Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
Opportunity Type
Part-Time
Salary Range
$25.00/hr
