Job Description

Content & Design Assistant (Part-Time, In-House)

- St Albans, Hertfordshire

- 15-16 per hour (Full-time equivalent: 29,250-31,200, prorated to 12 hours/week across 2 days)

- Ideally working Monday & Tuesday, 9:30am-3:30pm - some flexibility on days available depending on the candidate

We are seeking a skilled and motivated

Design Assistant

to join our growing digital marketing agency based in St Albans. We specialise in social media and website builds for construction and trade businesses and require a designer who can help bring our clients' work to life with clear, engaging and consistent visuals.

This permanent, part-time position is well suited to someone who is looking to apply and develop their skills across a variety of brands and formats within a collaborative and supportive team.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for producing social media graphics on Canva using a combination of client-supplied imagery and your own designs, working in line with existing brand guidelines. Most of the work will be digital but there may occasionally be opportunities to create printed materials or branded collateral.

You will not be client-facing but you'll have access to all content and assets provided by clients. You'll work closely with one of the company directors, who leads the content creation side of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Create social media posts / graphics for multiple client brands using Canva Work within established brand guidelines to ensure consistency and quality Support with other ad-hoc design tasks as needed Design branded materials such as brochures, flyers, signage and other digital/print assets (Desirable but not essential)Create short-form video content or Reels using supplied imagery and footage

Required Skills & Experience

Proficient in

Canva

Good understanding of visual layout, balance and brand consistency Strong attention to detail and a positive, adaptable attitude Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines Willingness to learn and apply feedback constructively Fluent in English, with strong written comprehension to ensure accuracy in spelling and grammar across all design work

Desirable but Not Essential

Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator or other design software Basic video editing or motion graphics experience (eg. CapCut) Interest or experience in the construction or trades sector

Working Hours & Location

12 hours per week across two days (9:30am - 3:30pm - Monday & Tuesday ideally) This is a permanent role, based in

AL4,

St Albans, Hertfordshire

Some flexibility for hybrid working depending on workload and circumstances

Reporting & Team Structure

Reports to the company directors Works closely with the content director Small, collaborative team in a growing and creative business

Progression & Development

As the business grows, we're looking for someone who can grow with us. For the right person, there is the opportunity to progress into a

Lead Designer

role in the future, supporting future employees with their progression.

Contract & Review

This role includes a probation period, during which specific targets will be set and reviewed Progress will be assessed

quarterly

to ensure expectations are being met and to support ongoing development

What Success Looks Like

In the first few months, you will become more confident with daily design tasks, work independently with minimal input and begin to contribute suggestions for improving design processes and workflows. Over time, you will take on a broader creative role within the team.

Development Opportunities

We are committed to helping the right person grow within the business. As part of this role, there will be opportunities to:

Be upskilled in

website creation, development and editing

Receive

training on Reels

and short-form video content Progress towards

additional remote hours each month

, based on consistently completing core responsibilities within contracted hours and

business demand

. These additional hours may vary depending on workload and company performance.
If you are interested in applying, please complete the application, providing your

portfolio

,

CV

and a

cover letter

.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking
Application question(s):

Are you available to work in-house, in St Albans for 12 hours a week? Do you have any experience creating graphics in line with brand guidelines?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person