Art Director & Creative Leader: Visual Storytelling

The Crossing; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Crossing seeks an Art Director to lead its Creative Team, translating teaching themes and ministry priorities into clear, compelling work across weekend services, campaigns, events, and digital channels.

We are looking for a working manager who mentors designers, leads video and design projects, and partners with the Communications Director to steward budgets and resources while delivering excellent creative experiences that point people to Jesus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Ten+ years in art direction/creative leadership across design and media.
• Three+ years leading, coaching, and developing creative teams.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-level design, brand stewardship, and cross-channel work.

Responsibilities

• Lead The Crossing's Creative Team, building a healthy team culture and ownership.
• Provide overarching creative direction for visual communication across services, campaigns, and digital channels.
• Offer feedback to strengthen deliverables and develop team members.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand stewardship

Video production

Graphic design

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

10+ years in art direction

3+ years leading creative teams

Strong design/portfolio

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Premiere/Final Cut

Job description

The Crossing seeks an Art Director to lead its Creative Team, translating teaching themes and ministry priorities into clear, compelling work across weekend services, campaigns, events, and digital channels.

We are looking for a working manager who mentors designers, leads video and design projects, and partners with the Communications Director to steward budgets and resources while delivering excellent creative experiences that point people to Jesus.