Job Title: Part-Time Creative Marketing Specialist
About Us
Melissa Johnson Associates, Inc. (MJA) is a WBE/DBE/SBE-certified public relations and communications firm specializing in community outreach and stakeholder engagement for planning, design, and construction projects. We help government agencies and their partners engage the public effectively, transparently, and meaningfully.
Position Overview
MJA is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Creative Marketing Specialist to join our business development and marketing team on a part-time basis. This role supports the firm’s growth and visibility by developing marketing materials, managing digital platforms, and ensuring a consistent, professional brand presence.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice President of Business Development and working closely with the Proposal Coordinator, you will:
- Design, update, and maintain marketing and communication materials (project sheets, proposal layouts, conference materials, etc.)
- Manage and update the firm’s website, keeping content fresh, engaging, and aligned with company priorities
- Manage company social media accounts and newsletter, including content creation, scheduling, and monitoring engagement
- Assist the project management team with infographics, templates, and guidance to support project material development
- Create digital assets and visual storytelling to highlight company projects, events, and achievements
- Ensure brand consistency across print, digital, and social platforms
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- 1-2 years of professional design experience (experience with public sector or community engagement projects a plus)
- High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Canva, MailChimp, and Constant Contact
- Experience with Mac, and familiarity with Dropbox and other cloud-based file sharing platforms
- Experience managing WordPress or similar CMS websites
- Familiarity with a variety of social media platforms and content scheduling tools
- Creative ability to guide the development of consistent and engaging visual content including digital and video assets for web and social channels
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Schedule & Work Environment
- Part-time: 20 hours per week
- Hybrid: Work from home during business hours
Salary
$37,000 annually (part time)
Why Join Us
At MJA, you’ll join a small, mission-driven team that values creativity, collaboration, and community impact. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a supportive environment, and wants to use their design and digital skills to contribute to meaningful public sector projects.
