Graphic & Digital Media Designer | La Crosse

Graphic & Digital Media Designer | La CrossePosition Title: Graphic & Digital Media DesignerPosition summary: The Graphic & Digital Media Designer creates and delivers visual design products that directly serve the mission of evangelization and communications of the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse. This role produces graphics, print and digital materials, website designs and multimedia assets that reflect the beauty and identity of the Catholic Church. The designer ensures consistent branding across diocesan communications while meeting the practical needs of curia offices, parishes and diocesan initiatives—all in service of proclaiming the Gospel.Reports to : Director of Communications and Public RelationsWorks closely with: Digital Evangelist and Marketing Specialist, IT and Multimedia Specialist, diocesan curia and supported diocesan organizations.ResponsibilitiesDesign and ProductionCreate visual assets that clearly express Catholic identity and inspire faith, including graphics, logos, brochures, posters, social media content, and multimedia elements (e.g., YouTube intro cards, video overlays).Design and maintain diocesan websites and digital platforms in collaboration with Communications and IT staff.Ensure all materials are visually engaging, theologically and doctrinally accurate and aligned with diocesan mission and branding.Branding and ConsistencyApply and maintain diocesan brand standards across print and digital communications.Support parishes and diocesan offices with branded templates and design guidance rooted in Catholic visual culture.Collaboration and SupportWork closely with colleagues to translate project needs into clear, visually effective designs.Respond positively to feedback, revising to meet project requirements.Provide design support for diocesan events, campaigns, and evangelization initiatives.Project OrganizationManage project timelines and tasks in Asana or similar systems.Communicate project progress clearly to the Director of Communications and team members.Balance multiple projects while meeting deadlines with attention to detail.Professional GrowthStay current with design tools, techniques and digital communication trends.Explore creative solutions that enhance diocesan visual communications in service of the Gospel and the Church’s mission.QualificationsAssociate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications or related field (or equivalent professional experience) preferred.Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Premiere a plus) and Canva.Strong portfolio showcasing design for print, digital and multimedia projects.Ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively.Demonstrated knowledge of Catholic symbols, liturgical traditions, and visual culture.Excellent communication skills and responsiveness to feedback.Working knowledge of copyright and licensing requirements for visual content.A practicing Catholic who understands and supports the teachings of the Church is strongly preferred.To ApplyFor more information or to apply please contact Maryjo Wilson at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr