Graphic Designer

SHADES MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH; Edgemont (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SHADES MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH is seeking a Graphic Designer to serve as a visual storyteller, transforming ministry goals into compelling communications for print, digital, and environmental media.

The role collaborates with the Communications Director and ministry leaders to ensure each piece reflects excellence, clarity, and the church's mission, from concept through production, under a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showing print and digital design excellence.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and familiarity with creative workflows.
• Excellent visual design, typography, layout, and brand application skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong project and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Branding & Design: design digital, print, and environmental materials reflecting the church's mission.
• Maintain and champion consistent brand standards across channels.
• Production & Project Management: manage multiple design projects from concept to completion and coordinate with print vendors.
• Assist with staff on brand guidelines and basic print production processes.

Skills

Portfolio

Adobe CC

Typography

Branding

Time management

Collaboration

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Position Type: Full Time, Exempt (40 hours/week, Monday-Friday with occasional weekends required)Direct Supervisor: Communications DirectorPosition Summary: The Graphic Designer serves as a visual storyteller for Shades Mountain Baptist Church by transforming ministry goals into compelling creative communications that help people engage with the gospel. This role is responsible for designing and producing high-quality print, digital, and environmental communication materials while protecting and strengthening the church's visual identity. Working closely with the Communications Director, Art Director, and ministry leaders, the Graphic Designer manages projects from concept through production, ensuring every piece of communication reflects excellence, clarity, and the mission of Shades Mountain Baptist Church.Required Qualifications:Committed and growing follower of Jesus Christ with a passion for using creativity to further the gospelStrong portfolio demonstrating excellence in graphic design across print and digital mediaProficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and familiarity with creative workflowsExcellent visual design, typography, layout, and brand application skillsDetail-oriented with strong project and time management abilitiesCollaborative team player with excellent written and verbal communication skillsA member of Shades Mountain Baptist Church or willing and able to become a memberPreferred Qualifications:Experience designing for web, social media, and digital communicationsExperience working with print vendors and production processesExperience serving on a communications, creative, or ministry teamResponsibilities:Branding & DesignCollaborate with ministry teams to design digital, print, and environmental communication materials that effectively support ministry initiatives and reflect the church’s missionMaintain and champion consistent brand standards and visual identity across all communication channelsCollaborate with the Art Director throughout the creative process, incorporating feedback and ensuring alignment with established creative standardsProduction & Project ManagementManage multiple design projects simultaneously from concept to completion while balancing priorities, deadlines, and production requirementsCoordinate with print vendors to ensure quality, accuracy, and cost-effective productionMaintain organized digital asset libraries and project filesAssist with installation of environmental graphics and visual displays as neededMaintain operational knowledge of print production equipment and best practicesTrain and support church staff on brand guidelines, approved design tools, and basic print production processesPerform other related duties that may benefit the Communications Team or the church as directed by the Communications Director or Executive leadership.Our Team ValuesWe lift high the name of JesusWorship/Disciplemaking/PrayerWe serve with joyHumility/Generosity/InitiativeWe take new groundCourage/Evangelism/Dependence on GodWe grow togetherEvaluation/Feedback/EmpowermentWe stand shield to shieldTrust/Integrity/CommitmentOUR MISSIONLeveraging who we are and what we have been given for the sake of the gospel wherever we are and wherever God takes us.Please click here to learn more about us.WHAT WE BELIEVEWe believe the doctrines found in The Baptist Faith & Message. Please click here to read The Baptist Faith & Message in its entirety.