Marketing Specialist​/Graphic Designer

Overview

Location: Lewisburg, Tennessee

Start Date: Immediate

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $40,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO), Insurance Reimbursement, Paid Holidays

Reports To: Director of Marketing & Communications

The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) is a long-established, non-profit organization headquartered in Lewisburg, Tennessee. Our mission is to promote, preserve, and protect the heritage, standards, and versatility of the Tennessee Walking Horse.

We operate with a small, collaborative office staff and value individuals who are organized, dependable, and eager to contribute in a team-oriented environment.

The Marketing Specialist / Graphic Designer is a creative, detail-oriented professional who supports TWHBEA’s marketing and communications efforts across print and digital platforms. This role plays a key part in producing the VOICE of the Tennessee Walking Horse magazine, managing visual content for email and social media, and assisting with website updates.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working within established brand guidelines, manages deadlines well, and brings fresh ideas to both print and digital communications.

• Design print and digital advertisements, layouts, and supporting content for the VOICE of the Tennessee Walking Horse magazine
• Assist with magazine production using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, including ad placement, formatting, revisions, and proofing
• Create, design, and schedule the weekly email newsletter, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery
• Develop and manage visual content for TWHBEA social media platforms, including graphics, simple animations, and post layouts
• Assist with updating and maintaining content on the Word Press website, including uploading graphics, editing text, and formatting pages or posts
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure brand consistency across all platforms
• Prepare files for print and digital distribution, ensuring proper specifications and quality control
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a publication-driven environment
• Assist with additional design, marketing, and event-related projects as needed, including support for association programs

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1–2 years of professional or internship experience in graphic design or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with strong emphasis on:
  InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Working knowledge of Word Press or similar content management systems
• Basic understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms and social media scheduling tools is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established brand standards
• Willingness to accept feedback and apply revisions efficiently
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience working with publications, newsletters, or print layouts
• Basic understanding of social media best practices and content formatting
• Familiarity with basic image optimization for web use
• Interest in equine, agricultural, or association-based organizations is a plus

This position may occasionally require light physical activity, including lifting and carrying materials up to 50 pounds, assisting with event setup or breakdown, and handling printed materials or supplies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

To be considered, applicants must submit:

• A current resume
• A minimum of three professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please submit application materials via email or mail to:

Email:

Mail: TWHBEA ATTN:
Tori Hill P.O. Box 286 Lewisburg, TN 37091