Art Director

At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website ([www.elevationchurch.org](http://www.elevationchurch.org)) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.

RESPONSIBILITIES
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* Create high-quality designs for weekend experiences, sermon series, digital content, social media, and special projects
* Collaborate with the Creative Director, writers, and programming teams to develop strong visual concepts that communicate messages clearly and creatively
* Help lead the design direction for campaigns and series—contributing to concept development, look and feel, and execution
* Maintain and elevate the visual standards of the church’s brand across all platforms
* Execute designs across multiple formats (broadcast, social, web, print, environmental) with excellence and consistency
* Provide creative feedback and direction to other designers and freelancers
* Partner with video teams, animators, and other creatives to bring cohesive, multi-platform experiences to life
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Prepare and deliver final files for production across various media

MUST-HAVES
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* Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
* Strong portfolio demonstrating a high level of design, typography, and layout expertise
* Proven ability to lead design projects and contribute to creative direction
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
* Strong understanding of branding, visual systems, and storytelling through design
* Ability to operate with both creative vision and executional excellence
* Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
* High attention to detail with a commitment to excellence
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

NICE-TO-HAVES
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* Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
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* Knowledge of motion design or animation
* Experience designing for broadcast or large-scale environments
* Familiarity with social media trends and digital-first design strategies
* Experience working with AI-assisted design tools

DAY-TO-DAY
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* We’re a **Sunday-Thursday work environment**. Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
* There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - **adaptability is a key** competence for us.
* Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to **have some fun**!
* You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. **Professional development opportunities will be all around you**, both in structured and unstructured ways.
* We expect you to **be disciplined in your spiritual practices** - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
* **Bring your full self** to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.

BENEFITS
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* Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
* 403b with 4% match
* Dental & Vision benefits
* Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
* Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
* Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)