Associate Graphic Designer

Associate Graphic Designer
Work Location:
Madison, WI - National Office
Schedule:
Full time
Seeking an Associate Graphic Designer to join the InterVarsity Communications team (2100).
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ:

• Seek Him and follow Him in every area of life
• Grow in love for God through the classic disciplines of the Christian life
• Model the Biblical lifestyle
• Develop and deepen understanding of what it means to be a Christian artist

Contribute to the creative process and development of communication tools:

• Implement and uphold the visual identity and brand of InterVarsity/USA
• Design and produce visual communication resources for national communications and events, InterVarsity ministries, and occasionally, individual chapters
  • May design and produce animation sequences (2D and 3D) as assigned
  • May be involved in photography production, processing and editing as assigned and as interested
• Create and distribute templates for visual communication for InterVarsity staff use
• Design and develop the InterVarsity website in partnership with InterVarsity web developers and communications leadership
• Work with clients and art director to understand scope and purpose of assigned projects
• Gather information, research, and conceptualize visual treatments for assigned projects
• Present drafts that convey concept, layout, size, type size and style, and other related design choices to clients, colleagues, and art director for feedback and approval
• Discuss with art director and agree on edits to be implemented into final design
• Complete final output for assigned projects in necessary format (print or digital) and submit deliverables to clients

Participate in the ministries of InterVarsity:

• Provide technical support for InterVarsity conferences, camps, and other meetings as assigned
• Attend and/or staff InterVarsity events, conferences, chapter meetings, etc. as agreed upon with supervisor

Contribute to the team effort:

• Work to assure order and organization of systems, equipment, and team work spaces
• Be responsible for good stewardship of time, equipment, and materials
• Complete assigned projects within allocated time
• Work on special tasks related to the ministry of 2100 as assigned
• Maintain healthy relationships with 2100 team members and clients
• Provide helpful critical feedback into other team members' design work
• Fulfill large format printing orders for InterVarsity staff as assigned
• Maintain the organization of design files and image archive
• Keep graphics and visual resources available and up-to-date on 2100 website
• Participate in team meetings, project brainstorming, and feedback sessions
• Develop and grow design skills through participation in training, conferences, and other learning opportunities as assigned
• Stay informed on trends in the communication field and contemporary media, images, and ideas
• Stay current on computer systems and other media skills

Maintain sound financial status:

• Raise personal support at the level assigned by supervisor
• Keep expenditures within budget
• Develop and maintain a small group of people who covenant to support your ministry with prayer
• Communicate regularly with ministry partners

QUALIFICATIONS

• Annual affirmation of InterVarsity's Statement of Agreement
• Bachelor's degree (Art or Design degree preferred)
• Design experience preferred
• Commitment to Jesus Christ and with a heart for students, visual communication, and the arts
• Commitment to growing relationships with God, his Word, his people, and the church
• Experience with computers and up-to-date working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs
• Strong artistic sense, creative skills and technical expertise in visual communication
• Ability to work well as part of a team and put others' needs before own needs
• Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse cultures and ethnicities
• Experience with or knowledge of InterVarsity, or ability to quickly understand and be committed to InterVarsity's purpose
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn new things and think "outside of the box"
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work well in a deadline-driven environment
• Commitment to excellence
• Available to work 40+ hours and to travel at least two to three times a year; willingness to work flexible hours
• Capacity for self-awareness and awareness of others
• Demonstrates emotional and relational maturity
• Ability to articulate ideas and think critically about culture and communication
• Ability to relate well and maintain good relationships with co-workers, field staff and other teams at the National Service Center
• Ability to participate in collaborative process and accept critique from numerous people

Applicant must include portfolio of at least 10 recent design pieces that demonstrate their strengths, style, and overall ability.
Pay Range: $37,980.00 - $50,628.00 per year
Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following:

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• 403(b) matching contributions
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedule
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity:
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity's Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity's mission and purposes.