Graphic Designer

• The Position: ADEC’s Graphic Designer, with the collaboration of the Community Engagement Team, ensures our mission and branding is clearly communicated and represented through advancement and marketing efforts. The Graphic Designer is responsible for managing ADEC’s brand and creating communication that supports the brand and values while increasing awareness of ADEC in the community

Job Responsibilities:

• Support ADEC’s mission and core values by creating engaging visual and multimedia content that increases community awareness of ADEC's programs and resources, the abilities of people with disabilities, funding and volunteer opportunities, and the vision of a future where people with disabilities have equal access to opportunities as valued members of their community.
• Collaborate with the Community Engagement Team and other departments to brainstorm, develop, and produce creative communication materials that effectively promote ADEC’s mission, programs, services, and events.
• Serve as ADEC’s primary graphic designer, developing visually engaging materials for both print and digital platforms, including brochures, flyers, advertisements, newsletters, social media graphics, presentations, signage, promotional materials, and other agency communications.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of ADEC’s visual identity by maintaining brand standards and incorporating approved logos, colors, fonts, messaging, and design elements across all communication materials.
• Serve as ADEC’s primary photographer, capturing, editing, organizing, and maintaining high-quality photographs of agency programs, events, staff, individuals served, and other activities that support ADEC’s communications and marketing efforts.
• Serve as ADEC’s primary videographer and video producer, including planning, recording, editing, and producing video content for agency promotions, storytelling, social media, educational materials, internal communications, and other organizational needs.
• Manage the recording, editing, production, and publishing of ADEC’s monthly podcast, including coordinating recording needs and preparing content for distribution.
• Assist with the development, design, and production of ADEC’s monthly newsletter, including gathering content, coordinating submissions, editing, and preparing materials for distribution.
• Assist with maintaining and updating ADEC’s website by creating and uploading graphics, photographs, videos, and other visual content to ensure the website remains current, engaging, and consistent with ADEC’s brand.
• Support ADEC’s social media and digital communication efforts by developing graphics, photography, video content, and other multimedia materials that align with the agency’s communication strategy and brand identity.
• Maintain and organize ADEC’s digital creative assets and historical records, including photographs, video files, graphic design files, logos, templates, and other agency materials.
• Maintain and manage client media release documentation, including organizing signed releases, monitoring release expiration dates and status logs, and communicating with appropriate staff regarding missing, expired, or updated releases to ensure proper authorization is in place before client images, videos, or identifying information are used in external communications in compliance with HIPAA.
• Assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of ADEC-sponsored events, including providing photography, videography, promotional materials, signage, and other creative or logistical support as directed by the Community Engagement Manager.
• Review creative materials on a routine basis to ensure accuracy, quality, appropriate messaging, and consistency with ADEC’s branding and communication standards.
• Work as a brand ambassador for ADEC within the agency and the community, demonstrating professionalism and promoting the agency’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Assist with ADEC-sponsored events as directed by the Community Engagement Manager.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in related field, such as graphic design, visual communications, multimedia production, digital media, photography, videography, or a related discipline. Equivalent education, training, and professional experience may be considered.
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
• Three to four years’ experience (academic or professional) with design software, including full Adobe Suite, MailChimp, Canva, and WordPress.
• Photography and videography experience and proficiency in editing software.
• Must have strong computer, organizational and time management skills. Must be open to learning new technology as trends occur.
• Must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, including accuracy in proofreading, visual design, content production, file management, and ensuring consistency and quality across all communication materials.
• Model ADEC’s core values in daily work and interactions, including clients, ADEC team members, stakeholders and the community.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Position requires traveling throughout Elkhart and St. Joseph counties as well as to state functions as needed.
• No evidence of criminal activity involving a dependent population or any violent criminal activity.

The Company:

ADEC’s services revolve around one mission: Helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities find informed choice and possibility. We serve more than 1,200 individuals each year through more than a dozen programs, ranging from music therapy for children to supervised group living for adults. Why Should you Apply? ADEC has been providing services to children, adults, and families with developmental disabilities for nearly 75 years. ADEC is a stable well respected active member of the community employing people in both Elkhart and St. Joseph counties. ADEC’s Code of Ethics ensure we treat employees with the same dignity and respect we extend to our individuals served.

• Up to $50 monthly in student loan assistance
• Up to $2500 in tuition assistance
• Retirement Program with company match
• Holiday, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Agency Funded life insurance and long term disability

ADEC is an equal opportunity employer