KidSpring Designer-Illustrator

Newspring-Church; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Newspring-Church is seeking a full‑time, hands‑on Digital Artist for KidSpring to craft engaging Bible story illustrations, branding, graphics, and video assets for elementary curriculum. You will contribute to set design, physical props, and on‑set video shoots while collaborating with writers, animators, and filmmakers to teach kids about Jesus.

The role requires 1–2 years of Photoshop/Illustrator experience, a solid art foundation, and strong drawing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or preferred.
• 1–2 years of proven experience in Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals and excellent drawing skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Illustrate images for elementary-aged Bible stories.
• Concept and design branding, handouts, social graphics, and video/animation assets.
• Collaborate with writers, animators, and filmmakers to teach kids about Jesus visually.
• Manage tasks in Wrike project management software.
• Assist in set design and creating physical props; support video shoots.

Skills

Art fundamentals

Drawing skills

Organized

Presentation

Constructive feedback

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Role Description:

This role creates engaging digital artwork and visual assets for elementary‑aged children’s ministry curriculum, including Bible story illustrations, series branding, graphics, and video/animation assets. It also contributes to the hands‑on creative process through set design, physical props, team collaboration, and video shoot support to help bring stories to life and teach kids about Jesus on their level.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Illustrate images for elementary‑aged Bible stories
• Concept and design branding, handouts, social media graphics, and video/animation assets
• Collaborate with a team of writers, animators, and filmmakers to create engaging visuals aimed at teaching kids about Jesus on their level
• Manage tasks in Wrike project management software
• Contribute to the creative process through team Creativity meetings
• Manage outsourcing of animated pieces
• Assist in set design, creating physical props, and video shoots as requested
• Serve in KidSpring on Sundays, interacting with kids and volunteers to gauge the success of curriculum being accurate, cohesive, and engaging
• Adhere to the KidSpring Creative Culture Values where together we …
  • Have fun creating within the boundaries of our timeline, budget, and vision.
  • Seek, give, and receive feedback by asking clarifying questions, giving critique that is considerate and direct, and supporting each other’s gifting.
  • Pursue mastery of our God-given skills through consistent self-discipline, perseverance, learning, and innovation.
• Adhere to and encompass the qualities and characteristics required of NewSpring Church staff members, as defined by the Policies and Procedures Handbook.

Role Requirements:

• This role is full time 40 hours per week.
• A bachelor’s degree is required/preferred.
• 1-2 years of proven experience in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals and excellent drawing skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to rally people around your vision, present your ideas, serve the story through visuals, and provide constructive criticism
• This role adheres to a standard schedule, knowing it may fluctuate at times & based on certain needs. Standard schedule is:
• Sunday: 8:15am - 1pm + 2 hours remote
• Monday: 9am - 5pm
• Tuesday: 9am - 5pm
• Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
• Thursday: 9am - 5pm