Graphic Designer

Varies by project or event demand. "This position may be eligible for a telework/hybrid schedule once onboarding into position is complete and with supervisor approval."

Bachelor's Degree

- Ideal candidates should have a strong background in WordPress, HTML, and SEO best practices
- Experience managing social media, including developing content strategies and monitoring analytics
- Excellent communication, cross-collaboration, and planning skills with a strict attention to details, process and deadlines
- Ability to multitask and work diligently

- A passion for nature and an eye for design are essential for success in this position

As a member of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens Team, the graphic designer will be responsible for creating material for marketing, events, and social media. In this role, you'll maintain the garden's website to improve user experience and information accessibility. You'll collaborate with a team to create visually appealing content that showcases our botanical collection, upcoming events, and educational programs.

Key responsibilities:
- Design, build, and edit the botanical gardens website
- Plan, design, and execute social media posts (Instagram and Facebook)
- Design print/digital promotions for events such as plant sales, Fairies in the Forest, Gold Rush, and garden gatherings
- Attend and participate in planning meetings and events as needed

* Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions.