Job Description

About Us

We are a vibrant organisation at the heart of Chelmsford, dedicated to celebrating our community and growing Chelmsford's cultural identity. Our marketing team drives awareness, engagement and creativity across campaigns, digital platforms, and events.

We are now seeking a talented

Creative Marketing & Design Executive

to bring fresh ideas, visual flair, and digital know-how to our team.

The Role

This is a varied and dynamic role, perfect for a creative all-rounder who enjoys design, digital marketing, and campaign delivery. Working closely with our Marketing Manager, you will:

Design & Creative

Produce eye-catching graphics, illustrations and layouts for online and offline campaigns. Develop creative assets for social media, newsletters, print collateral, and events. Ensure brand consistency across all channels.

Website Management (Squarespace)

Maintain and update our Squarespace website with new content, imagery and copy. Optimise pages for user experience and SEO. Support new feature/page development in line with campaigns.

Marketing & Campaign Support

Assist the Marketing Manager in planning and delivering campaigns. Support with social media scheduling, content ideas and reporting. Help coordinate marketing materials and supplies. Contribute ideas for new initiatives to grow our audience.

About You

We're looking for someone who is both creative and organised -- a natural visual storyteller with an eye for design, who is also happy rolling up their sleeves to support campaign delivery.

Essential skills & experience:

Proven experience in graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite or Canva). Experience managing websites (ideally Squarespace). Strong attention to detail and sense of visual style. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of SEO and digital analytics.

Desirable (bonus points):

Experience in social media marketing and content scheduling. Experience in supporting event promotion or cultural/arts campaigns.

What We Offer

Salary:

Pro-rated 18,000-22,000 per year (equivalent to 30,000-35,000 FTE, depending on experience).

Flexible part-time hours: 2-3 days per week, based in Chelmsford city centre. Creative, collaborative working environment. Opportunity to develop your skills across design, digital marketing and campaign management. A chance to be part of a dynamic, community-focused organisation making a real impact.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, a short covering letter, and a portfolio of recent design work to sara@chelmsfordforyou.co.uk. Applications close on 23/09/2025

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 20,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

Can you provide a creative portfolio to sara@chelmsfordforyou.co.uk ?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person