FTE - Designer

Job Summary

The Designer position is responsible for developing a wide array of marketing and communications collateral materials (both print and digital) to accurately communicate Dallas Theological Seminary’s image and messaging to both internal and external audiences. The entry-level designer is an innovative, forward-thinking individual, who creatively and collaboratively translates ideas, concepts, and messages into consistently powerful and engaging visual expressions for print and digital platforms. The entry-level designer will work under the supervision of the Lead Design Manager of Marketing & Communications and other more experienced designers to develop and execute creative. This role requires a proactive, responsible individual who is eager to learn, with a commitment to excellence, creativity, flexibility, accountability, and a team spirit are essential, as is a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and the willingness to serve in a ministry-focused setting.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Overseeing all design elements, from the conception to final delivery.

• Having hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite and other design software.

• Using their strong eye for aesthetics and visual details to ensure a quality final product.

• Listening to design needs, coming up with ideas and communicating them to other members of the team.

• Maintaining high standards of quality and making sure only the best work is released to the employer or client.

• Collaborating across the team to drive up standards of digital creativity.

• Conceptualize, plan, and produce print, digital, and multimedia projects consistent with the Seminary’s brand and standards.

• Provide graphic design and layout for print and digital deliverables, including advertising materials, viewbooks, campus signage, campus publications, billboards, banners, brochures, invitations, programs, and flyers (among other items.)

• Provide graphic design elements for landing pages, web ads, email campaigns, and other digital projects.

• Review provided materials to determine print worthy file requirements are met and have a clear understanding of pre-press production expectations for all projects to provide accurate files to the printer.

• With guidance from the Lead Design Manager of Marketing & Communications and other more experienced designers, develop and uphold processes for the department to take any project from concept through completion.

• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant must be familiar with and uphold DTS’s doctrinal positions.

• The applicant will have excellent relational and communication skills (verbal and written), be self-motivated, organized, and have a passion to not only strategize, but execute the work.

• Possess the ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism from peers and internal departments to create excellent materials that meet a variety of needs and audiences

• Must be able to think big picture and come up with creative ideas having excellent type and layout skills paired with a strong design aesthetic.

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), and ability to work on the Mac with some PC based programs (Word/Pages, Excel/Numbers, PowerPoint/Keynote) as needed.

• Must be collaborative, creative, show design initiative and innovation, and have a keen eye for detail and editorial/visual design care.

• Excellent time management skills and flexibility are required to meet deadlines, efficiently managing overlapping deadlines and rush projects, producing fresh and current styles while incorporating institution branding guidelines.

• Must have a strong print background/experience to be able to take a project from concept through packaging for printer and be comfortable with press checks.

• Must have a strong background in Photoshop, experienced and confident with color correction and image cleanup/manipulation

• A strong design portfolio of independently completed projects required

• A self-starter who can work independently and quickly as well as on a team, being responsible in all areas of the project and accountable for their work and the work of other designers.

• A growing and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and a commitment to serve by living to make Jesus visible through the work of DTS.

Education and Experience

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree in graphic design/communications-related area is required, and 0-3 years of practical experience.

• Prior experience in a marketing or ad agency setting preferred.

• Competence in digital marketing and digital advertising, web graphic design.

• Deep understanding of trends in design across all platforms and channels.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs at a time.

• Frequent movement around campus and walking between buildings.