Marketing and Design Assistant

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Marketing and Design Assistant

Marketing
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Marketing & Design Assistant
 
As a Marketing & Design Assistant, reporting to the Design Manager, you will provide support to the marketing team across a range of campaigns and projects.
 
This role is ideal for a creative and enthusiastic junior professional with an interest in design, content creation, and digital marketing.
You will assist with the development of marketing materials, creation of content for digital platforms, and maintenance of the website.
 
The position requires a detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn, able to follow direction, and comfortable working collaboratively with internal teams.
A basic understanding of digital marketing channels, combined with strong creative and communication skills, will support success in this role.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Design Manager and marketing team with marketing and design projects
  • Support the creation of marketing materials, including:
  • Email campaigns
  • Basic print materials
  • Social media posts
  • Email marketing
  • Website updates
  • Help coordinate and execute marketing campaigns and initiatives
  • Assist with internal and external communications Internal
  • Assist in maintaining and updating the IDS website (training will be provided)
  • Upload and update content, images, and product information
  • Identify and report any content issues or errors
  • Support basic SEO content updates where required
  • Assist with creating and scheduling social media content
  • Write draft posts for review
  • Source or create visuals to support posts
  • Monitor engagement and escalate queries where needed
  •  Assist with building and sending email campaigns (e.g. Mailchimp)
  • Support with copywriting and layout
  • Maintain and update email databases where required
  • Assist with desktop publishing and layout work
  • Support with print production coordination when required
  • Stay up to date with marketing and design trends
  • Provide general administrative support to the marketing team Internal
 
KEY DELIVERABLES
  • Timely and accurate support of marketing campaigns and projects
  • High-quality, on-brand design and content outputs
  • Regular updates and maintenance of the website and digital platforms
  • Effective support to the Design Manager and broader marketing team
 
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
 
  • Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Design, or a related field
  • 2–5 years’ experience in a marketing, or graphic design -related role
  • Experience using design tools such as: Canva
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign – advantageous)
  • Basic experience with: Social media platforms
  • Email marketing tools (e.g. Mailchimp)
  • Content creation and copywriting
  • Exposure to website content management systems (advantageous but not required)
 
 
Key Skills:
  • Creative with a good eye for design and layout
  • Strong writing skills for digital content
  • Good attention to detail
  • Organised and able to manage multiple tasks
  • Willing to learn and take direction
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Self-motivated with a willingness to grow
  • Ability to work under guidance and as part of a team
  • Reliable and deadline-driven
  • Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Computer Skills:
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with design tools (Canva/Adobe)  
  • Basic understanding of social media, email marketing, and website CMS platforms (e.g. Mailchimp and similar tools)