Hybrid Communications and Graphic Design Associate (Temporary, Part-time) presso Delta Dental of Iowa

Description

Come Smile with Us!

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for visual storytelling and a desire to make a difference? Delta Dental of Iowa is seeking a temporary, part-time Communications and Graphic Design Associate to develop brand-aligned creative and effective visuals to support overall company strategic goals. In this role, you will assist in the coordination and execution of projects, ensuring deadlines are met. Design projects include digital and email campaigns, print marketing materials, advertising, website updates, social media, event design, and internal communications. Additional projects include video development, communications, digital and email marketing, social media, event management, project management, and copywriting. From digital campaigns and print materials to social media and event design, this opportunity offers hands-on experience across a wide range of marketing functions in a mission-driven environment. This temporary, part-time position will work 15-20 hours per week in a hybrid environment. Position is located in Johnston, Iowa. 

Why Delta Dental of Iowa?

For your smile. For your health. For your community.

At Delta Dental of Iowa, we’re more than just a dental and vision insurance company. Improving health and wellness is at the center of everything we do. As a not-for-profit, we aim to build stronger communities by investing in actions that promote and improve health. Delta Dental of Iowa invests 40% of our dollars directly back into the communities we serve.

Come see why we are passionate about "Bringing Smiles" to our customers. Our team enjoys competitive pay and benefits, an awesome "One Team" approach, and a company culture that fosters "Exceptional Quality Service" and "Leadership at All Levels." Together, we can make a difference – not only in Iowa but across the country.

Essential Functions and Principal Accountabilities: 

• Create and design content for marketing materials such as blog posts, brochures, newsletters, social media content and weekly internal newsletter.
• Coordinate social media activities by creating and scheduling posts, monitoring engagement and helping to grow Delta Dental’s online presence. 
• Gain exposure to web communications by assisting with website postings and supporting a new internal intranet initiative. 
• Assist with communicating the impact and work of Delta Dental of Iowa through various communication channels. 
• Work closely with graphic designer and the marketing team to design marketing materials that support the company’s overall goals, while adhering to brand standards. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in design, journalism, communications or related field.
2. Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite.
3. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Travel and overnight stay may be required.
6. Must have car, related insurance and valid unencumbered driver’s license. 

Preferred

1. Knowledge of Premiere Pro.
2. Photography, illustration, and/or video shooting or editing skills.

Delta Dental of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. It is also the policy of Delta Dental of Iowa to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.