The Next Gen Graphic Designer works under the direction of the Creative Director to create artwork and graphic designs that visually communicate data and information about the Ministry while reinforcing next-generation brands. Projects range from organizational reports one-pagers brochures internal signage handshake cards etc. Partners with the Creative Team on other Ministry design projects as needed.
In addition aVALUES FITis top priority. Do our values align with yoursMission Beliefs & Values. If so please read on.
This role will be on-site at our Franklin TN offices.
Please include a portfolio in your application.
Heres just some of what you will be doing daily
- Incorporate design and brand guidelines for various communications pieces and visual media including reports presentations one-pagers internal digital signage etc.
- Produce design comps and copy layout; determining size and arrangement based on layout principles and aesthetic design concepts for print production.
- Utilize knowledge of stakeholder groups to ensure projects are executed with consistent branding and messaging creating fresh and relevant designs and artwork.
- Under the direction of the Creative Director with input from the Visual Art Director provide concepts and ideas and collaborate on communication initiatives.
- Help maintain and update Digital Asset Management website and team file server.
- Assist with internal events as needed.
We are looking for a very specific skill set and business acumen. If you can say yes to each of these requirements then we want to meet you!
- Minimum of 3 years in-house or ad agency experience.
- Ability to deliver inspired concepts quickly and intuitively thriving under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Ability to apply feedback and direction from Creative Director and Visual Art Director to produce the strongest possible output and grow design capabilities.
- Strong understanding of fundamental design principles that affect typography composition color use of space and hierarchy of information.
- Skilled in the current version of Adobe Creative Cloud specifically InDesign Illustrator and Photoshop with an understanding of Keynote and PowerPoint.
- Experience in Sketch AfterEffects and Premier is a plus.
- Experience in designing environmental graphics is a plus.
- Skills in HTML CSS and WordPress a plus.
- Experience using Canva and Capcut a plus.
- Experience with photography a plus.
- Possess a love for learning and creative thinking.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and background experience to work fast in a team environment.
- Self- disciplined by nature and is comfortable with mega-multi-tasking resolving competing priorities and meeting project deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and efficiency. Possess desire to produce (almost) error-free work.
- A collaborative and flexible style with strong service mentality. Need to be seen as a team player.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/Ministry relationships.
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.
Why work for Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE/Air1
Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa CA with a singular radio station EMF today owns and operates the nations two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1000 broadcast signals across all 50 states streaming audio reaching around the world and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts books films concerts and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville TN Rocklin CA and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values hereMission Beliefs & Values.
What can we offer you
- Industry leading Medical Dental & Vision coverage
- Short/long term disability and life insurance
- Robust 401K with company match
- Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
- Generous PTO holidayand sick pay
- Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts movie premieres media industry events and more
- Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform
As an Equal Opportunity Employer EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class characteristic or status. However EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Companys mission of encouraging our audiences to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. Therefore pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)) EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Companys Statement of Faith. Also as a religious non-profit organization the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.