Graphic Design Associate

Job Details

Graphic Design Associate

 Position Description

 

Date:  October 2024                FLSA Category:  Part time                             Function: Staff

 

 

PURPOSE

The Graphic Design Associate will use their gifts, skills and abilities to tell God’s story in a creative and compelling way. They will assist with the creation and production of engaging visual content, both print and digital, to support the ministries of Christ Church.

 

This position is a combination of in person and remote. 

 

POSITION FOCUS

Communications (Ministry Services)

 

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• The Communications Manager is the primary supervisor. The Art Director will serve as a secondary supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Director of Worship Arts & Communication, Communications Team members and ministry partners.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create high-quality visual content
• Develop and design graphics for print and digital media, including multi-page booklets and brochures, promo cards, advertising, banners, weekly e-coms, social media, website assets and other marketing materials
• Create press-ready production art for in-house and commercial printing
• Ensure brand consistency—maintain a consistent visual style across all platforms and ensure designs align with Christ Church’s identity and goals
• Meet deadlines for weekly worship materials
• Update and maintain current content as needed
• Organize and maintain digital/graphic files and assets
• Assist in the management of ministry projects

 

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT

• Support and model individual spiritual formation i.e. Worship, Grow and Serve (weekly worship, prayer, Scripture reading, small group, volunteering/service, etc.)

 

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Traits

• Desire to continuously learn and serve others
• Honest and trustworthy
• Integrity for work habits and results
• Values excellence, so that Jesus is reflected to everyone
• Self-motivated, organized and process-oriented, but maintaining openness and availability to what God is doing in the moment
• Problem-solver and collaborator
• Ability to discern needs and respond appropriately, sensitively and proactively
• Appreciation for their own and other’s giftedness
• Values professional and volunteer artists and technical contributors
• Ongoing desire and effort to grow more Christ-like in character
• High degree of patience and professionalism
• Approachable, flexible and accessible
• A team player who works well with others
• Looks for opportunities to invite volunteers and staff to collaborate

 

Skills, Abilities and Talents

• Thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Ability to translate ideas and concepts into visually appealing designs
• Creative eye and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong understanding of visual design principles, typography, color theory,
  and layout
• Knowledge of print layout, typography and print production
• Seeks to support others, especially worship, communications and ministry staff
  and leaders
• Ability to work independently and be proactive in searching for solutions
• Complete projects within a reasonable timeframe and meet deadlines
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• Demonstrates learning and organizational agility

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in graphic design or related field
• 5 years proven experience in graphic design or marketing preferred
• 5 years practical experience in Adobe Creative Suite | InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat