Lead Graphic Designer (full-time)

Job Posted: July 2, 2024

The purpose of the Lead Graphic Designer is to create and protect Calvary’s visual identity and brand through high-level graphics. The Lead Graphic Designer oversees all aspects of graphic design, ensuring consistency and excellence across all platforms of Calvary.

Expectations

• This position is fully in-person in Naperville, Illinois.
• Applicants must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, displaying evidence/fruit of Christ’s transformation in their lives.
• Applicants must be willing to make Calvary their home church, partnering with the church’s vision in both employment and attendance and being part of the body of believers at Calvary.
• Applicants must provide a portfolio showcasing a range of creative design projects. Please do not apply without providing a portfolio link.

Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities

Creative Direction and Strategy

• Develop and execute the overall visual style and graphic content for all church communications, including but not limited to sermon series, major events, promotional materials, digital graphics, etc.
• Collaborate with the Communications Director to create and maintain a consistent brand identity.
• Develop style guide for Calvary Church and for major events, coaching fellow communications team members how to work within the parameters of the style guide.
• Stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve the quality of our visual content.

Project Management

• Manage multiple design projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality able to be achieved in the given timeframe.
• Coordinate with various departments to understand their design needs and provide effective solutions (this pertains mostly to major departmental events; the junior graphic designer will work with departments on all other graphic needs).

Key Competencies

• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative design solutions that effectively communicate the church's message and mission
• Capacity to stay ahead of design trends and incorporate fresh, modern ideas into visual communications
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all design work to ensure consistency and quality
• Ability to proofread and review designs for errors before final production
• Strong problem-solving skills to address design challenges and provide effective solutions
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and find creative solutions under pressure
• Understanding of branding principles and ability to maintain and develop the church's visual identity
• Skill in creating and enforcing brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all platforms
• Expertise in using graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Understanding of printing processes and digital media principles
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Dependable to complete a task—independent worker
• Capacity to adapt to changing project requirements and feedback
• Positive attitude
• Able to work quickly and efficiently
• Tact, kindness and patience when communicating with others
• Mission-minded with a heart to help other ministries succeed

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of professional graphic design experience