Graphic and Web Design Specialist

Department: Communications and Engagement
Location: ABWE Headquarters, New Cumberland, PA
Job Type: Full-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Manager | Design and Media

Supervisory Responsibility:   None

Mission/Vision: Fulfilling the Great Commission by multiplying leaders, churches, and missions movements among every people.

Job Summary/Primary Role: The Graphic and Web Design Specialist will be responsible for creating designs for promotional materials, publications, print and digital graphics, and maintaining webpages and micro sites while upholding the visual brand identity and advancing the message of ABWE. This person will work alongside the Media and Design Manager, coordinating with print vendors, and educating colleagues on brand standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develops creative designs for print materials, including magazines, brochures, mailings, and displays.
• Creates graphics, logos, and visual spreads tailored for web and digital platforms. Collaborates with stakeholders to comprehend project requirements, messaging, and scope.
• Facilitates management of new project intake, assignment, and review processes.
• Ensures adherence to ABWE’s brand standards and visual identity guidance.
• Liaises with printers, design volunteers, contractors, and vendors to enforce brand standards and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Contributes to the enhancement of the organizational digital asset management system.
• Design and update web pages as needed, managing website theme, layouts, plugins, and UI/UX.
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

 Qualifications: Ability to pass background check and all necessary clearances as mandated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs and similar desktop design applications.
• Familiarity with WordPress or other web content management systems.
• Working knowledge of quick-turnaround design applications like Adobe Express or Canva.

Preferred: 2-3 years of experience in an artistic, design, or marketing communications role with a strong graphic design component.
Preferred: 1-2 years of experience in website design and management.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field or equivalent experience, required.

 Necessary Attributes:

• Joy-filled faith rooted in Jesus Christ and a heart to serve.
• Awareness of trends in visual communications.
• Collaborative team player.
• Strong communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.

Christian Life: 
ABWE is a Christian organization, and it is necessary that employees possess and maintain a lifestyle that is above reproach. Employees are encouraged to participate in staff events including corporate and departmental prayer times, staff meetings, and lunches.

All ABWE employees must:

• Be a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and able to articulate a personal testimony of salvation.
• Be walking in Christ-like obedience to Biblical standards in ways that evidence a transforming relationship with Jesus Christ, particularly as outlined in ABWE’s Christian Code of Conduct.
• Be a current and active member and/or regular attendee of a like-minded local church that aligns doctrinally with ABWE.
• Be able to fully support ABWE’s mission, vision, core values, doctrinal statement, and ministry philosophy.
• Be able to follow all guidelines set forth in the ABWE Policy Manual and IHQ Staff Handbook.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations, including extended periods of time sitting at a desk. The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a moderate to high noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.