ABOUT MOUNT ZION  

The Mt. Zion Baptist Church is a Word-centered ministry, designed to evangelize the lost at any cost, equip and empower the people of God and provide holistic ministry within the Nashville community as well as around the world. The Mount Zion membership stands at 33,000 with an average growth rate of approximately 2,000 per year.  In a typical environment, the church holds eight weekly services across three locations as well as virtual streaming across the globe.  Bishop Joseph W. Walker, III serves as Senior Pastor as well as International Presiding Bishop for the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship. Learn more at mtzionnashville.org.  

POSITION SUMMARY

The Marketing and Media Arts Graphic Designer will be responsible for developing on-brand, on strategy creative content across a variety of mediums and initiatives to support the Mount Zion brand, associated ministries, and the Office of the Bishop.  S/he will ensure continuity in visual identity and brand guidelines as well as serve as an idea-driven conceptual thinker who excels at building lasting brand equity by translating design strategy into creative, engaging solutions.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graphic Designer will be an experienced designer and effective collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment and manages multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.  

Key responsibilities include:

• Create high-quality, multi-platform concepts, visuals, and creative assets across digital, website, mobile app, social media, print, collateral, LED, and projection screen mediums.
• Support brand strategies and objectives and ensure continuity across all visual assets.   
• Think creatively and develop original design concepts, graphics and layouts that capture project briefs and target audience(s) through advanced application of typography, design, color, and photography that reflect brand guidelines.   
• Contribute to team efforts by meeting deadlines.   
• Create print ready designs (banners, posters, t-shirt designs, etc.) 
• Serve as an initiative-taking and creative problem-solver who brings passion, enthusiasm and innovation to the team and overall organization.  
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining excellence.
• Additional duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• 3-5 years graphic design experience with a strong portfolio of high-level work
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects a plus)
• Strong proofreading skills, keen eye for visual detail and aesthetic as well as proficiency in color mark up for post corrections
• Effective communication skills. Ability to present concepts in a clear and conclusive manner.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment and meet deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, faith-driven environment.
• Availability to work weekends and non-traditional hours.  

EDUCATION 

Bachelor’s degree in design, visual arts, or related field preferred.