Creative Marketing Associate (Graphic Design, Photography & Content Creation)

Location: 761 E International Speedway Blvd, Deland, FL 32724
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

About the YMCA:
The YMCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where individuals and families can grow, connect, and thrive.

Position Overview:
The YMCA is seeking a creative, mission-driven Marketing Associate with skills in graphic design, photography, and content creation. This role plays a key part in telling the YMCA story capturing meaningful moments, promoting programs, and engaging our community through compelling visual and digital content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design engaging graphics for print and digital use (flyers, program guides, social media, email campaigns, signage)
• Capture and edit photography for programs, events, and community initiatives
• Create and manage content for social media platforms that reflects the YMCA’s mission and values
• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns to promote memberships, programs, and events
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across all materials
• Collaborate with program directors and staff to highlight success stories and member experiences
• Help manage content calendars and schedule posts across platforms
• Monitor engagement and performance metrics to improve outreach efforts
• Ensure all content is inclusive, family-friendly, and community-focused
• Participate in Association Events
• Actively participating in Marketing needs, example going out into the community to help support our branches, events and programs.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in graphic design, photography, or content creation
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva) or similar tools
• Experience with photography and photo editing
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Passion for community engagement and alignment with the YMCA mission

Preferred Skills:

• Basic video creation and editing skills
• Experience working in a nonprofit or community-based organization
• Knowledge of social media analytics tools
• Basic copywriting and storytelling abilities

What We Offer:

• A meaningful role making a positive impact in the community
• Free or discounted YMCA membership
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, portfolio (including design, photography, and/or content samples), and a brief cover letter describing your interest in working with the YMCA and supporting its mission.

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person