Marketing Communications Coordinator - Visual Media & Graphic Design

UIDP is seeking a highly organized, creative, collaborative, and detail-oriented Marketing Communications Coordinator with strong graphic design and visual communications skills to support its marketing efforts. This position will create and coordinate compelling visual assets across digital and print channels, translating UIDP’s programs, initiatives, and grant-funded activities into engaging materials for members, partners, and other audiences.

The Coordinator will work closely with UIDP staff and external partners to develop graphics, promotional materials, presentations, and other visual content that advances UIDP’s mission. The ideal candidate brings strong design judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining consistent branding and adapting designs for diverse audiences and formats.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Graphic Design and Marketing Collateral

• Design and update flyers, one-pagers, reports, presentations, social media graphics, email graphics, website assets, and other print and digital collateral.
• Prepare visual assets for Feathr campaigns, abandoned-cart follow-up campaigns, Cvent landing pages, and other digital marketing efforts.
• Apply brand standards consistently and develop reusable templates that staff can update efficiently. 

Video Production and Photography

• Create videos from concept through final production for promotional campaigns, interviews, events, social media, and program communications.
• Develop storyboards and complete filming, editing, motion graphics, captioning, and audio production.
• Plan photography assignments and edit photographs for events, member stories, program materials, and promotional campaigns, under direction.

Event and Post-Event Visual Communications

• Produce event signage, name badges, banners, program graphics, presentation templates, and promotional assets.
• Prepare visual materials for post-event communications, including photo selections, recap graphics, video clips, and presentation assets.

Production Coordination and Quality Assurance

• Track production deadlines, coordinate visual reviews, and incorporate approved edits.
• Prepare final files for print and digital use and check production specifications.
• Coordinate with print and production vendors as assigned.

Asset Management

• Support the organization of an accessible collection of approved graphics, photographs, videos, and templates.
• Maintain organized editable files, approved final files, version histories, usage permissions, releases, and licensing information.

Team Collaboration and Backup Support

• Collaborate with the editorial coordinator to align copy, visual concepts, and production schedules.
• Work across projects, provide backup coverage, and adjust assignments as priorities change.
• Provide backup support for basic proofreading, templated content updates, and social media scheduling or posting.

Other Duties as Assigned

• This position may be responsible for a variety of additional tasks to support the effective operation of the organization. These may include general administrative functions, clerical support, document preparation, data entry, scheduling assistance, meeting coordination, filing, supply management, and other office-related activities. Responsibilities may evolve based on organizational needs, and flexibility and a collaborative approach are essential.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You are a creative visual communicator with strong graphic design skills and the ability to turn complex information into clear, engaging visuals for diverse audiences. You enjoy bringing UIDP’s work to life through thoughtful design, compelling video, and cohesive print and digital materials.

Proactive, organized, and collaborative, you balance multiple projects, manage production deadlines, and adapt as priorities evolve. You welcome feedback, readily learn new tools, and bring careful attention to detail, brand consistency, and quality, from initial concept through final delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

·      Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

·      Minimum of two years of experience in graphic design, visual communications, multimedia production, or a related field.

Requirements:

·      Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Adobe Premiere, Filmora Wondershare, or comparable tools for graphic design, layout, video editing, and motion graphics.

·      Experience producing videos from concept through completion, including storyboarding, filming, editing, captions, and audio.

·      Experience applying brand standards, developing reusable templates, and preparing files for print and digital production.

·      Experience managing multiple projects, incorporating feedback, and meeting production deadlines.

·      A portfolio demonstrating strong design judgment, visual storytelling, and both graphic design and video production work.

Preferred Experience

·      Photography planning, photo editing, and digital asset management.

·      Coordinating with printers and other production vendors.

·      Creating visual assets for digital marketing campaigns and event platforms; familiarity with Feathr or Cvent is a plus.

·      Experience in a membership association, nonprofit, higher education, or research-focused organization.

WHO WE ARE

UIDP (www.uidp.org) is a global nonprofit membership association that helps great innovation companies and world-class research universities develop new and better collaboration approaches. UIDP is a recognized convener of thought leaders and practitioners, identifying high-impact strategies so companies and universities (along with other interested parties) can improve the return on investment from their partnerships. UIDP’s operating model is predicated on being agile and producing high-quality products that meet the community's needs.

OUR TEAM

As the quality and impact of UIDP’s work continue to gain recognition, our team has experienced rapid growth over the past five years to keep up with the increasing demand. Despite this growth, we maintain the vibrant spirit and energy of a mission-driven start-up. We are united by a clear, ambitious vision while embracing the inherent ambiguity and urgency of a highly agile organization.

Exciting growth opportunities await! At UIDP, we believe in investing in our staff to help them achieve their personal and professional goals. Team members are encouraged to enhance their skill sets through professional development initiatives, and we actively promote from within, offering pathways for those seeking greater responsibilities. Join us and be a part of our dynamic journey!

LOCATION

Candidates must currently reside in South Carolina. This position is based in Columbia, South Carolina, and follows UIDP’s hybrid work schedule, requiring staff to work in the office at least three days per week.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This full-time, non-exempt position offers a competitive hourly rate that reflects the value we place on our team members’ contributions. In addition to financial compensation, we provide a generous benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and work-life balance. This includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you are covered.

We also offer a robust retirement plan to help you plan for your future, along with generous paid time off that encourages you to recharge and enjoy personal time. At UIDP, we are committed to fostering our employees' professional development through training, workshops, and mentorship programs.