Graphic Design Specialist

Join Our Pack & Pride as a Part-Time Graphic Design Specialist

Part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) | $35,568 annually | Reports to Director of Marketing & Grants

Do you live at the intersection of creativity, culture, and connection?

Are you energized by designing visuals that stop the scroll, reflect internet culture and brand integrity, and help mission-driven stories land with real impact?

If you’re chronically online, creatively sharp, and deeply mission-driven, join our talented marketing team at the Humane Society of Sarasota County (HSSC).

Why HSSC?

At HSSC, we’re more than a shelter—we’re a movement rooted in compassion, creativity, and community impact. For more than 70 years, we’ve been Sarasota County’s trusted animal shelter, pairing lifesaving programs with storytelling that inspires people to act.

Our marketing team plays a key role in that mission—making animal welfare feel fresh, relevant, and emotionally compelling while driving real-world outcomes like adoptions, donations, and volunteer engagement.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Creative Impact. Your designs directly support lifesaving work—helping animals find homes and supporters feel connected to the mission.
• A Talented Team. You’ll collaborate with a skilled, creative marketing team that values bold ideas, thoughtful execution, and mutual trust.
• Flexibility with Purpose. This part-time role offers meaningful, high-impact work without the pressure of full-time hours.
• Room to Create. We value authentic storytelling over corporate-speak and encourage experimentation within a strong brand framework.

What the Day Really Looks Like

• Design with Purpose. Create visually compelling graphics for social media, web, email campaigns, and marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent professional tools.
• Protect & Flex the Brand. Maintain cohesive visual branding across platforms while adapting designs to speak to different audiences and trends.
• Collaborate & Source Stories. Work with staff, volunteers, fosters, and adopters to source authentic photos, stories, and user-generated content.
• Translate Strategy into Visuals. Partner with the Marketing Director and Marketing Coordinator to turn strategic messaging into polished, impactful design.

 You’re a Perfect Fit If You…

• Have strong design fundamentals and a distinctive visual style
• Understand internet culture, meme trends, and how to adapt them authentically
• Can flex creatively without losing brand cohesion
• Love design that does something—moves people, builds connection, and inspires action
• Are collaborative, reliable, and excited to be part of a mission-driven team

Portfolio required: Show us campaigns you’ve supported, graphics you’ve designed, or brands you’ve helped grow.

Bonus Points If You Have…

Experience with paid social advertising, website content management, social media scheduling tools, photography or video direction, prior work in animal welfare or mission-driven organizations—and, of course, a genuine love for animals.

The Nuts & Bolts

• Part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week)
• Department: Advancement
• Reports to: Director of Marketing & Grants
• Remote work may be considered for the right candidate

Ready to Design with Impact?

If you’re excited to use your creative skills to support lifesaving work—and want to be part of a talented team doing meaningful, modern marketing—we’d love to see your work.

Together, we save lives!

HSSC is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, volunteers, and the community we serve.