<div><strong>Salary Range:</strong></div><div>$75,000.00 To $83,000.00 Annually</div><div><br>At Awana, we believe true change happens in the communities when children and youth are transformed by the gospel&nbsp; and engaged in Biblical discipleship in the presence of a caring adult. We believe that kids can come to know, love and serve Jesus, following Him for a lifetime. This is why, for 70+ years, Awana has been working with leaders in local churches in the US and around the world, providing solutions that equip these women and men to make disciples in children and youth.&nbsp;<br><br></div><div>Today, God is using Awana to reach over 8.6 million kids in 140 countries around the world. With over 500,000 equipped leaders in 91,000 clubs/churches, Awana is able to play a vital role in global evangelism and discipleship of children and youth. If you are passionate about being integral to reaching kids with the gospel, join us, and become a part of our global cause.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Summary</strong></div><div>This position is a vital force in advancing the ministry of Awana by bringing the power of visual storytelling to life, creating engaging and impactful discipleship resources that inspire and equip children, leaders, and churches worldwide. With a passion for the gospel and a heart for ministry, this role leads the creative vision and execution of designs that meet ministry objectives in compelling ways. Collaborating closely with and serving cross-functional teams—including marketing, messaging, and donor development—this position ensures a cohesive brand identity that reflects the mission of Awana. Through innovation and excellence in visual storytelling, this role plays a crucial part in expanding the reach and impact of the Awana ministry across the globe.<br><br></div><div>This position is primarily remote with occasional travel required based on strategic organizational meetings. Primary travel locations would be our offices in St. Charles, IL or Nashville, TN.<br><br></div><div>Hiring Range for this position is: $75,000 to $83,000 annually.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Who We Are Looking For:&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>An exemplary leader who builds, mentors, and engages assigned team(s) while ensuring the team’s processes and work exceed the standards of operational and cultural excellence.&nbsp;</li><li>Team players who support, uphold, and demonstrate the Awana values in internal and external communications and relationships.</li><li>Collaborative partners who have a natural ability to create genuine relationships with our internal team and external partners.</li><li>Logical problem solvers who proactively communicate workflow and/or deadline status to the team.</li><li>Self-motivated, goal-oriented professionals with a passion for helping fuel exponential ministry growth.</li><li>Flexible team members who are open to taking on new responsibilities and easily adapt to shifting priorities and needs.</li><li>Champions of children to belong, believe, and become resilient disciples.<br><br></li></ul><div><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></div><div><strong>Creative Leadership &amp; Vision</strong></div><ul><li>Establish and uphold the Awana visual identity across all print, digital, and multimedia platforms.</li><li>Lead the conceptualization and execution of high-impact design projects that align with the ministry’s mission and goals.</li><li>Guide the design direction for campaigns, curriculum, and marketing initiatives.</li></ul><div><strong>Team &amp; Project Management</strong></div><ul><li>Oversee and mentor a team of designers, ensuring excellence in creative execution.</li><li>Manage workflows, priorities, and deadlines to ensure timely delivery of projects.</li><li>Collaborate with vendors, freelancers, and agency partners as needed.</li></ul><div><strong>Cross-Departmental Collaboration</strong></div><ul><li>Partner with marketing, content, donor and product development teams to create engaging, mission-driven visuals that accomplish ministry objectives.</li><li>Support internal stakeholders by translating strategic goals into compelling creative solutions.</li><li>Ensure alignment between visual content and storytelling efforts across the Awana platforms.</li></ul><div><strong>Brand Consistency &amp; Innovation</strong></div><ul><li>Maintain and evolve the Awana brand guidelines to ensure consistency and relevance.</li><li>Stay informed about design trends and emerging technologies to enhance creative approaches.</li><li>Implement innovative design strategies that fit our relevant markets and enhance user experience and engagement.</li></ul><div><strong>Production &amp; Execution</strong></div><ul><li>Lead the design and production of digital, print, and video assets with hands-on oversight and creative direction.</li><li>Ensure high-quality execution of materials, balancing creativity with ministry and business objectives.</li><li>Manage budgets and resources for creative projects.</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>What You Need:</strong></div><ul><li>Minimum 7 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, or a related creative field.</li><li>Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing designers, creatives, or cross-functional teams.</li><li>Experience creating new brands or leading rebrands. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain brand guidelines while effectively communicating brand elements and their significance to both team members and external partners.</li><li>Experience in a ministry, nonprofit, or faith-based organization is a plus.</li><li>Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) desired with a concentration in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or similar from an accredited college or university. &nbsp;</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.).</li><li>Knowledge of print and digital production processes, including working with vendors.</li><li>Intermediate Google Suite skills.</li><li>Strong understanding of branding, typography, layout, and UX/UI principles.</li><li>Valid State driver’s license. &nbsp;</li><li>US Passport Required.</li><li>General understanding of the Bible and the Christian Church in its various expressions preferred.</li><li>Experience with Awana Club, curriculum, resources, &amp; solutions is a plus.</li><li>Eligibility to work in the United States is required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.<br><br></li></ul><div><strong>Spiritual Life</strong></div><div>Must be a born-again Christian. Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Must be in agreement with the Awana Doctrinal Statement.&nbsp; Must be in fellowship with the body of Christ through a local church. Regularly engages in reading the Holy Bible as a guide and standard for living.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Physical Demands/Working Conditions&nbsp;</strong></div><div>While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to communicate. The team member is also required to regularly utilize computer equipment (e.g., screens and keyboards) to perform work. Awana recommends maintaining ergonomic posture, utilizing properly positioned computer equipment to minimize strain, and taking regular breaks to stretch and move around. Specific vision abilities required by this job included close vision. Local and out-of-town, overnight and occasional international travel may be required.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>What We Offer:&nbsp;</strong></div><div>As a ministry that equips leaders to reach kids with the gospel and engage them in lifelong discipleship, we value our team that makes this happen and are excited to offer:&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Mission-driven work that changes the lives of children and youth around the world.&nbsp;</li><li>Intentional connection, flexibility, family, and community engagement are part of our culture.</li><li>Remote-first work environment, allowing you to do the majority of your work from where it is you call "home”. We also have two office locations designed for collaborative work and connection with colleagues in St. Charles, Illinois, and Nashville, Tennessee, that can be used at your convenience.</li><li>Benefits package, including a variety of programs you can choose from to meet you and your family’s needs. Some of these include medical, dental &amp; vision health insurance, paid family leave, 401(k) &amp; Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer match, generous paid vacation &amp; holidays, adoption assistance, an employee wellness program, and more!&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong><em>This Job Description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time based on the needs of the organization and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons. Please note, this opportunity is contingent upon favorable completion of a reference check, background check, and I-9 completion.&nbsp;</em></strong></div>

Art Director

<div><strong>Description</strong></div><div>The Graphic Designer participates in creative vision meetings for assigned projects, collaborating with the product development team to create a graphic package specializing in print that includes book covers, interior layouts for print, branding and packaging design, and digital assets. A successful candidate possesses a high level of professionalism, excellent attention to detail, a strong creative vision, developed technical and organizational skills, and the experience to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.&nbsp; This role adheres to and promotes Ascension’s values by performing all duties in a manner that supports and contributes to the achievement of Ascension’s goals while providing continuity and creative innovation in support of the Company’s marketing message.<br><br></div><div><strong>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></div><ul><li>Conceive and implement concepts and strategies for parish and school curriculum in the Catholic market; usher the curriculum projects from concept to creation.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with managers, product managers and marketing team to obtain knowledge of project scope and objectives</li><li>Review print layouts to ensure brand standards and core values are reflected (truth and beauty of the Catholic faith)</li><li>Color correction, image manipulation, and creation of original art (Photoshop, Illustrator)</li><li>Facilitate brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas</li><li>Lead the development and presentation of creative strategy&nbsp; for curriculum.&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for creating a cohesive image that embodies Ascension’s brand identity, which can range from logos to book layouts to traditional marketing materials.&nbsp;</li><li>Identify the aesthetic direction of all curriculum projects and clearly present those ideas to the team.&nbsp;</li><li>Complete layout and cover designs within&nbsp; allotted time frames.</li><li>Communicate and collaborate with outside vendors, such as illustrators, design agencies, ebook designers, etc.</li><li>Work with the project manager to recruit outside contractors as needed</li><li>Participate in team discussions as they relate to improving Ascension’s creative process and Team and Company culture.</li><li>Create digital graphics for social media and websites.</li><li>Prepare document files, including preflight for printers and other outside vendors</li><li>Work closely with team members in all departments to meet tight deadlines with a high volume of changes</li><li>Manage multiple projects simultaneously in various stages of development</li><li>Keep track of project schedules and deadlines&nbsp;</li><li>Organize and maintain files within the team’s system.</li></ul><div><br><strong>COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS</strong></div><div>Graphic Design | Image Editing | Internal Communications | External Communications | Layout Design | Presentations/Presenting | Print Management | Print Production | Problem-Solving | Staff Training | Typography | Graphic Design Software | Presentation Software | Team Collaboration Software | Adobe Creative Suite | Adobe Illustrator | Adobe InDesign | Adobe Photoshop | Stock Image Search<br><br></div><div><strong>Requirements</strong></div><ul><li>BS/BA in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Design, Marketing or a related field.</li><li>Specializing in print production and/or book layout.</li><li>5+ years of experience in design.</li><li>A strong understanding of brand development, advertisement, and multichannel marketing concepts.</li><li>Current knowledge of technological innovations in digital and graphic design across all channels. &nbsp;</li><li>Experience using Mac products is preferred.</li><li>An awareness of current trends in technology, promotional campaigns, print, and visual design.</li><li>An extensive online portfolio that includes samples of your work.</li><li>Expertise in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.</li><li>Expertise in print production needs, timelines, and turnarounds.&nbsp;</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.</li><li>Outstanding organizational skills.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills with an ability to collaborate with the creative team and the Schools Team.</li><li>Flexibility to move from project to project quickly and efficiently.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Well-versed in Catholic theological concepts and terminology.</li><li>Occasional travel to Exton, PA, is required.</li><li>Exemplify and live our core values of humility, passion, and integrity.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Benefits</strong></div><ul><li>Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li><li>Retirement Plan (401k)</li><li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li><li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li><li>Profit-Sharing</li><li>Medical Leave</li><li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li><li>Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability</li><li>Training &amp; Development</li><li>Work From Home</li><li>Wellness Resources</li></ul>

Graphic Designer

<div>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 (<a href="http://www.elevationchurch.org/">www.elevationchurch.org</a>) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.<br><br></div><div><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></div><ul><li>Create user stories, user flows, sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that effectively communicate design concepts and interactions</li><li>Conduct user research and gather insights to inform design decisions and ensure user-centric solutions</li><li>Design intuitive and visually compelling user interfaces that adhere to design guidelines and brand aesthetics</li><li>Iterate designs based on feedback and user testing, continuously improving the user experience</li><li>Develop and maintain design systems to ensure consistency and efficiency across various products</li><li>Provide design assets and specifications to developers for accurate implementation</li><li>Contribute to a positive and collaborative design culture within the team</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>MUST-HAVES</strong></div><ul><li>Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community).</li><li>2+ years’ experience working as a UX/UI Designer</li><li>Profound UI design skills with a solid portfolio of design projects</li><li>2+ years’ experience creating wireframes, storyboards, user flows, and sitemaps</li><li>2+ years’ experience with Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, Invision, or other visual design and wire-framing tools</li><li>Strong visual design skills, a good understanding of user-system interaction, and the ability to present</li><li>Detail-oriented approach to design and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences</li></ul><div><br><strong>NICE-TO-HAVES</strong></div><ul><li>Familiarity with Elevation Church</li><li>Experience working in a church or non-profit environment</li><li>Familiarity with front-end development principles and capabilities</li></ul><div><br><strong>DAY-TO-DAY</strong></div><ul><li>We’re a <strong>Sunday-Thursday work environment</strong>.&nbsp; 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.</li><li>There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced.&nbsp; We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - <strong>adaptability is a key</strong> competence for us.</li><li>Yes, we work hard.&nbsp; But we’re good at playing hard, too.&nbsp; We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to <strong>have some fun</strong>!</li><li>You can’t help but grow on our staff.&nbsp; You’ll be around some incredible people.&nbsp; <strong>Professional development opportunities will be all around you</strong>, both in structured and unstructured ways.</li><li>We expect you to <strong>be disciplined in your spiritual practices</strong> - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon. &nbsp;</li><li><strong>Bring your full self</strong> to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.</li></ul><div><strong><br>BENEFITS:</strong></div><ul><li>Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff</li><li>403b with 4% match</li><li>Dental &amp; Vision benefits</li><li>Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest</li><li>Elevation Church subsidized 6 sessions of counseling annually</li><li>Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)</li></ul>

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