Associate, Design and Marketing

Harlem Children's Zone

Associate managing design and marketing content for Harlem Children’s Zone's advertising and social media initiatives. Collaborating with stakeholders to enhance engagement and brand awareness.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in content creation and design for various platforms, with a strong focus on brand alignment and community engagement. Proficient in social media management and design software, ensuring effective communication and promotion of organizational initiatives.

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Content CreationSocial Media ManagementAdobe Creative CloudCanvaCommunity Engagement

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Hard Skills

Content CreationGraphic DesignPrint DesignDigital MarketingSocial Media Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam CollaborationCommunicationTime ManagementCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe PremiereCanvaSprout SocialHootsuite

Industry Keywords

Brand GuidelinesStakeholder EngagementPromotional MaterialsDigital PropertiesEnrollment Promotion

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with stakeholders at our Promise Academy Charter Schools and Zone After School Programs to create content to support promotion of scholar enrollment, talent recruitment, events, and other key initiatives, including flyers, posters, brochures, apparel, consumer items, and illustrations.
Support the design of advertising and marketing content across our digital properties (e.g., website, social media, email marketing), advertising channels (e.g., connected TV, search, and display), and out-of-home (e.g., brand activations, public transportation, printed content, and other spatial ads).
Help manage the day-to-day operations of HCZ’s social media accounts, including sourcing or creating, planning, formatting, and posting content on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and YouTube
Help oversee community engagement on social media, including responding to and liking user comments on posts
Organize, refine, update, and manage all design tools, templates, and resources leveraged by staff
Help steward the HCZ brand, ensuring that all visual representations of HCZ stay true to our brand guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

A curious, multi-talented, versatile designer and marketing professional who can create content optimized for various platforms and aligned with organizational branding
A deadline-driven hustler who thrives in low-ego, team-oriented environments
A strong relationship and community builder who’s comfortable working with stakeholders across our organization
At least 2-3 years’ experience using design software and applications, especially Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere), and designing print materials and apparel
Proficiency in managing the backend of social media platforms
Knowledge of social media management platforms (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite) a plus
Experience building strong relationships and trust with stakeholders
Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities at once
Commitment to HCZ values and mission
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive base salaries
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career Advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short-and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)