[Hiring] Graphic Designer @American Bible Society

Role Description

As a Graphic Designer, you will execute upon and activate the visual identity of American Bible Society. Your work in print and digital will define the look and feel of our ministry and help make the work of the Bible cause visually captivating for our donors, partners, and beneficiaries. Reporting to the Director of Design, you will create designs for key fundraising and marketing initiatives, while also ensuring internal teams and partners are equipped with high-quality, on-brand assets that inspire and inform our work together.

Minimum Spiritual and Personal Commitment

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Identify with and participate in a Christian church and proactively seek to grow in their Christian faith.
• Actively participate in organizational prayer, devotional times, and organization-wide events.
• Maintain an exemplary standard of Christian ethics, behavior, and conduct within ABS and in their public and private life outside of ABS.
• Demonstrate Christian maturity in all interactions as displayed by good judgment based on biblical values and principles.
• Actively incorporate their faith in all aspects of their daily work.
• Demonstrate desire and ability to support organizational biblical and religious goals.
• Have a personal passion for and belief in the Word of God, its ability to transform lives, and the mission of American Bible Society.
• Demonstrate alignment with the vision, mission, and values of American Bible Society.

Key Responsibilities

• Design compelling creative content across all visual media, including print, webpages, email, social media, and more.
• Work alongside the Director of Design and other Marketing Team leaders to execute creative strategies for fundraising, marketing, and brand activation.
• Ensure all design work is aligned with organizational strategy and adheres to nonprofit fundraising best practices.
• Uphold existing brand guidelines and partner with the Director of Design to refine these guidelines and overall design work.
• Partner with the Director of Design and other Marketing Team leaders to create, expand, and refine the sub-brands across American Bible Society.
• Tailor the visual experience of ABS ministry for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate with teammates and internal/external partners to ensure deadlines and expectations are consistently met.
• Assist internal partners in upholding brand standards by developing easy-to-use templates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in graphic design.
• Ability to translate brand strategy into cohesive visual designs.
• Ability to follow creative direction while balancing design craft and brand alignment.
• Skill in collaborating across functions to align design with organizational goals.
• Technical expertise in design across platforms and channels.
• Proficiency with web and graphic design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva.
• Ability to create visual content for diverse digital platforms.
• Ability to tailor content to the needs and affinities of diverse audiences.

Key Competencies

• Effective Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Collaborative Effort: Works well with others, shares information, and contributes to team goals.
• Cultural Awareness: Respects and values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Service Interaction: Provides courteous and helpful service to service recipients.
• Adaptability: Willing to learn and adapt to new tasks and processes.
• Task Prioritization: Manages personal time effectively and meets deadlines.
• Issue Identification: Identifies straightforward problems and proposes solutions.
• Initiative: Takes proactive steps to complete tasks and solve problems.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Sitting for Extended Periods: The role primarily involves desk work, requiring long periods of sitting.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Visual Acuity: Prolonged periods of working on a computer screen, requiring good eyesight for detailed design work.
• Repetitive Motions: Repetitive tasks such as typing, clicking, and using design tools.
• Occasional Lifting: May involve lifting lightweight materials typically up to 10-15 pounds.
• Office Environment: Typically operates in a standard office setting.
• Noise Level: Generally low to moderate, consistent with standard office environments.
• Collaborative Setting: Frequent collaboration with other team members.
• Deadline-Driven: The role often involves working under tight deadlines.

Additional Information

• Background Check: Candidates must pass a background check as a condition of employment.
• Reference Checks: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks.
• Eligibility to Work: Candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Affirmation of Biblical Community: Candidates must sign and agree to uphold the ABS Affirmation of Biblical Community.