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Communications & Design Assistant

By August 6, 2025No Comments

Make waves in ocean communications with MEOPAR!

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for visual storytelling, social media, and purpose-driven communication? Do you have a knack for designing eye-catching graphics and crafting posts that connect with diverse audiences? MEOPAR is looking for a Graphic Design & Social Media Communications Assistant to support our growing communications work.

This position reports to the Communications Coordinator and is ideal for an early-career professional, student, or freelancer looking to apply their skills in a national non-profit research network working to strengthen resilience in Canada’s marine environment.

Overview of the Role

As the Graphic Design & Social Media Communications Assistant, you will support MEOPAR’s online presence and visual storytelling. You’ll work closely with the Communications Coordinator to design engaging graphics, manage content calendars, and help deliver clear, compelling communications through social media and email.

You’ll apply your creativity, attention to detail and understanding of digital communication trends to produce visually appealing and consistent content that strengthens MEOPAR’s brand. By leveraging your design experience and platform knowledge, you’ll help ensure our social media, newsletters, and other digital communications are not only professional but also timely, engaging and aligned with our mission, helping amplify our stories and connecting with our growing network of partners and followers in the community. Your work with MEOPAR will bridge communications seamlessly between MEOPAR’s different strategic partnerships, including the Canadian Integrated Ocean Observing System (CIOOS) and the Modular Ocean Research Infrastructure (MORI).

What You’ll Do

  • Design graphics and visuals (static and animated) for LinkedIn, Instagram, newsletters, and other platforms as required.
  • Develop branded templates for recurring social content (e.g., project highlights, event promotions, funding calls, etc.).
  • Assist with scheduling and posting to MEOPAR’s social media accounts (e.g., LinkedIn and Instagram).
  • Draft and edit captions and posts, ensuring alignment with MEOPAR’s tone and brand.
  • Support the creation of MEOPAR’s monthly newsletter using HubSpot or similar platforms.
  • Monitor engagement and compile analytics reports from social platforms.
  • Assist with asset management, ensuring organized storage of graphics and communications materials.
  • Occasionally support website updates, document formatting, or video editing as needed.

What You’ll Bring

  • A strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design capability and experience for social media (please include in your application).
  • Demonstrated experience with tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), or equivalent.
  • Proficiency and proven experience with social media platforms (especially Instagram and LinkedIn).
  • Strong attention to detail, design consistency, and accessibility.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Excellent written communication skills; ability to write short, effective copy.
  • Bilingualism (English/French) is highly desirable.
  • Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, HubSpot) is a plus.

Why Join Us

  • Work with a mission-driven national nonprofit passionate about Canada’s oceans.
  • Enjoy remote work options.
  • Work with a passionate team dedicated to advancing marine research.
  • Contribute to having a positive impact on Canada’s marine environment.
  • Be part of a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
  • Grow and develop professionally.
  • Vacation and leave allowances.
  • Group health and dental plans.
  • Save for your future through contribution to matched RRSP program.
  • Be compensated fairly and competitively – MEOPAR pays in line with the Canadian government’s salary scales.
  • MEOPAR is a Canada-wide employer – this position is open to candidates across Canada on a remote work basis.

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • Your CV.
  • A brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and availability.
  • A portfolio or samples of your design and social media work (PDF or link).

Application deadline:

September 3rd, 2025

Apply Now

MEOPAR is a Canada-wide employer – this position is open to candidates across Canada on a remote work basis.

MEOPAR is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity and diversity within its community and promotes a work environment of mutual respect and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Applicants with atypical backgrounds are encouraged to include details of their learning experiences in the cover letter accompanying their CV. In accordance with Canada’s immigration requirements, priority will be given to qualified candidates with Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.