Design & Communications Cedar Mill Bible Church

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0 Portland, OR Job Details Full-time From $60,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Squarespace Graphic design software Email marketing software Professional art or design Full Job Description Cedar Mill Bible Church is rooted in Christ —we're committed to becoming like Him and making Him known . We're a growing church with deep roots, where multiple generations worship and serve together with real unity.

Overview:

The Design & Communications Director manages the church's design and communication efforts, ensuring a consistent, professional, and visually compelling presence across both digital and physical platforms. This role oversees Cedar Mill's aesthetics and creates engaging, high-quality visual content that reflects the heart and mission of the church.

Key Responsibilities:

Graphic Design:

Create artwork packages for sermon series and adapt designs for sermon slides, announcements, digital signage, motion graphics for worship, and other church-related media. Design and produce physical media (e.g., shirts, giving envelopes, invitations, banners, and street signage).

Communications:

Shape and unify the visual and narrative style of all communication materials. Design and create a weekly email newsletter to the congregation that is both informative and personable.

Administrative Duties:

Gather communication requests from staff and ministry leaders for upcoming events and announcements. Plan, schedule, and prioritize the communication needs of the church. Organize and ensure timely distribution of materials across various communication platforms.

Website Management:

Regularly update website content (e.g., events calendar, ministry pages, etc.). Collaborate with staff and ministry leaders to ensure website content is up-to-date and reflects necessary information. Keep the website visually appealing with fresh photos and content updates.

Manage Contractors/Volunteers:

Create and manage a team of volunteers and/or contractors for social media, photography, and video production—including planning, shooting, and revisions—and occasionally executes these tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

First and foremost, you are a follower of Jesus and are willing to agree with our Statement of Faith (click here) and have a desire to live by our Seven Distinctives (click here). Proven track record of creative work, demonstrated through an existing portfolio ( please include in application ). Proficiency in graphic design software ( Adobe Creative Suite ). Experience with email marketing tools ( MailChimp ). Strong understanding of website content management systems ( Squarespace ). Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Experience with video production or a desire to learn it. Willingness to collaborate with a variety of team members and volunteers.

Schedule:

Full-Time (on-site) Work week: Majority of hours will be Sunday through Thursday.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary

• starting at $60,000/year, based on experience Comprehensive health coverage
• medical (HSA-eligible plans available), dental, and vision insurance Retirement savings
• participation in our 403(b
• retirement plan, with employer contributions after a qualifying period Generous time off
• paid vacation, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays per year Life & disability insurance
• basic life insurance and long-term disability coverage provided