Graphic Design & Communications Specialist

The Graphic Design and Communication Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing overall internal and external communications strategies at Crossroads Church based on the vision given by the Executive Team and the Assistant Director of Operations and shaped by the Crossroads Church Core Values.

Job Duties:

• Design & prepare for graphics & layouts for upcoming events, classes, highlights, etc. in multiple formats for multiple destinations (Social, announcement loops, lower thirds, posters/handouts, etc)

• Manage Crossroads Church Social Media accounts:

• Create/schedule daily posts, Respond to messages, comments 

• Manage Communications Workflow and request system:

• Review & approve requests from Planning Center Calendar.

• Connect w/staff if items are missing or need to be changed.

• Create and manage deadlines; determine what promo needs are needed & priority

• Schedule & plan Communications meetings w/staff to discuss upcoming events, timelines, etc

• Manage the Crossroads Church Simple Texting and "Station" Announcement Platforms Create and add graphics to Planning Center Calendar & Registrations events.

• Manage the Crossroads Church Website, make edits and redesigns as needed.

• Schedule, equip, and provide content to the Sunday morning service host team.

• Design/Print newcomer welcome materials as needed (handouts, hello cards, kids materials, etc.) 

• Design marketing/promotional products (t-shirts, tote bags, pens, mugs, stickers, banners, yard signs, etc).

• Coordinate with the Assistant Director of Operations to design/creation & installation of churchwide/building signage as needed.

Skills/Qualifications

Must have:

• Understanding of Crossroads’ mission and values and intentionality in fostering these
  elements across all aspects of church life and ministry

• Has a personal, walking relationship with Jesus Christ and become an active member of Crossroads Church within 6 months of hire date. 

• Effective leadership skills including but not limited to setting clear expectations, equipping team
  members for success, empowering others and providing encouragement and accountability

• Positive attitude and approach with Christ-like interpersonal skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-directed, skilled in prioritizing tasks and workflow

• Attention to detail

• Able to prioritize and handle multiple projects

• Administrative skills, including writing and editing, mastery of church management systems
  (Planning Center).

• Team player with servant’s heart

• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

• Associate Degree or equivalent experience in communications and design

• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel

• Knowledge of federal copyright laws

• Knowledge of what’s new in technology

• Understanding of pulse of Crossroads, the culture outside of the church and can strategize
  ways to build bridges from the community to the church

• Ability to help people connect the dots to take their next steps toward Christ once they’re at
  Crossroads

• Working knowledge of technology and communication strategy and implementation

Physical Requirements & Working conditions:

• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer