Graphic Designer | Communications Associate

Graphic Design | Communications Associate

Classification:Full-Time
Department: Communications
Reports To: Director of Operations
Location: On-Site (not remote)

About Christ Community Church

Christ Community Church, located in Rochester, MN, is a church of generous people who honor Jesus, love each other, and serve our neighbors. We are committed to creating a healthy, growing body of believers who serve for the purpose of introducing people to Jesus and following Him together.

We are seeking a creative, collaborative, mission-driven Graphic Designer to help tell the story of what God is doing through Christ Community Church. This individual will use graphic design, digital communications, and brand stewardship to support ministries and advance the church's mission.

Position Summary

The Graphic Design | Communications Associate is a role for someone who loves developing communication strategy, stewarding a brand, creating excellent graphic work, and building effective systems that support the ministries, events, and mission of Christ Community Church.

This role creates and manages a wide range of visual, digital, and multimedia content, including graphic design, website content, social media assets, sermon support materials, and church-wide communications. The ideal candidate is both creative and strategic, capable of producing high-quality content while collaborating effectively with ministry leaders and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Design & Brand Management

Design print and digital communication materials that support church ministries, events, and initiatives.
Develop creative assets including promotional graphics, signage, presentations, brochures, publications, and ministry resources.
Maintain and protect the visual identity and brand standards of Christ Community Church.
Ensure consistency across all communication channels and ministry materials.
Stay current with design trends, branding strategies, and communication best practices.

Digital Communications & Social Media

Assist in developing and implementing church-wide communication strategies.
Create and manage content for social media platforms and digital communication channels.
Monitor communication trends and recommend innovative approaches to improve engagement.
Develop content that effectively reaches both church attendees and the surrounding community.
Support communication campaigns and ministry promotions across multiple platforms.

Website & Content Management

In collaboration with teammates, maintain and update the church website to ensure content remains current, accurate, and engaging.
Manage website graphics, event information, ministry pages, and digital resources.
Ensure website content aligns with overall communication goals and church branding standards.
Evaluate and improve digital user experience and online engagement opportunities.

Ministry Partnership & Communication Support

Collaborate with ministry leaders to identify communication needs and priorities.
Support ministry communication requests within established timelines and departmental priorities.
Coordinate communication efforts across multiple ministry areas to ensure alignment and consistency.
Strategize with and share responsibility with Communications Teammates.

Departmental Collaboration & Innovation

Participate in the development and ongoing improvement of church communication strategies, systems, and processes.
Research emerging communication, design, video, and digital media trends.
Recommend and implement improvements that increase communication effectiveness and efficiency.
Support special projects and additional communication initiatives as assigned.

Capture the Life and Activities of Christ Community Church

· With teammates and volunteers, photograph regular and special activities of the ministry, digitally capturing the life of Christ Community.

· Manage inventory of photos and videos for use in a variety of communication and marketing efforts.

· Recruit, train, and schedule a team of volunteer photographers.

Opportunities for Creative Growth and Diversity

Video Production & Storytelling

Leading candidates will express interest and a desire to develop personal capabilities in:

Planning, filming, editing, and distributing video content for ministry initiatives, worship services, events, testimonies, and social media platforms.
Creating compelling visual stories that highlight life transformation, ministry impact, and church engagement.
Producing sermon support videos and multimedia content for worship experiences.
Managing video projects from concept through final delivery.

Qualifications

Required

Demonstrated experience in graphic design and communications.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, or similar tools).
Proficiency with Microsoft’s suite of office products.
Strong graphic design, branding, and visual communication skills.
Understanding of social media platforms, digital marketing principles, and online engagement strategies.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
Some photography and editing experience, with a desire to hone your craft.
An interest and healthy curiosity in using AI to benefit efficiency in the creative process.

Beneficial

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, or a related field.
Experience serving in a church, ministry, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization.
Knowledge of printing processes, production standards, and vendor coordination.
Experience with website content management systems.
Experience in motion graphics, video production, digital marketing and analytics. Some experience in planning, filming, and editing video content, with a passion to learn and develop personal videography skills.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Creative Excellence
Visual Storytelling
Brand Stewardship
Digital Communication Skills
Project Management
Collaboration and Teamwork
Innovation and Creativity
Organizational Effectiveness
Adaptability and Continuous Learning
Attention to Detail
Initiative and Follow-Through

Spiritual & Cultural Expectations

Because this position serves in a ministry environment, the successful candidate will:

Demonstrate a growing and authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
Fully embrace and support the mission, vision, and values of Christ Community Church.
Model Christ-like character, humility, and servant leadership.
Use creativity and communication to advance the mission of the church.
Build positive relationships that encourage ministry involvement and collaboration.
Contribute to a healthy, unified, and ministry-focused staff culture.

Working Relationships

Reports to the Director of Operations.
Collaborates closely with the Communications Team, Executive Team, Ministry Staff, and Administrative Team.
Partners with ministry leaders to support communication initiatives and ministry objectives.
Serves as a key resource for church-wide communication and creative media needs.
Coordinates and works with a team of photography volunteers.

Success in This Role

After the first year, the impact on the Communications team by a successful Graphic Design | Communications Associate will have:

Strengthened the church's visual identity and communication effectiveness.
Produced quality graphic design content that advances ministry goals.
Improved engagement across digital platforms and communication channels.
Developed strong partnerships with ministry leaders and staff teams.
Maintained a current, effective, and user-friendly church website.
Contributed to a culture of creativity, excellence, and mission-focused communication.
Helped tell the story of life change and ministry impact throughout Christ Community Church.
Identified positive impact of implemented communications tactics on church-wide ministry objectives.

To Apply

Interested candidates should forward a current resume and cover letter to Steve Wernimont at [email protected].

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person