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Current Openings

Graphic Designer

Reports to: Director of Marketing & Communications

Department: Marketing

FLSA Category: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Average Hours per Week: 40

Summary

The Graphic Designer supports the Marketing & Communications team in curating the holistic aesthetic of the mission and brand of The Seattle School and stewards the graphic representation through a multichannel approach.

Essential Functions

The Graphic Designer is responsible to:

  • Produce powerful and appealing multichannel designs (any static images for print or digital applications) that can be used across platforms (print, web, digital, and social media).
  • Design and maintain media kit templates and packages for events, campaigns, and initiatives. 
  • Design programs, handbooks, PDF downloadables,  and other various long-form content designs
  • Design and maintain various design templates such as branded slides, social media posts, thumbnails, etc.
  • Handle revisions, file prep, and print and digital production of final artwork.
  • Implement user interface/experience best practices to provide insightful suggestions for optimum results for all design elements.
  • Assure all work meets goals and deadlines while maintaining brand aesthetic and standards.
  • In collaboration with the Director of Marketing & Communications, revise and maintain brand and design standards for all initiatives, centers, etc. within The Seattle School.
  • Participate in campaign/initiative/project kickoff, execution, after-action meetings, and overall participation in the campaign  
  • Assist with publishing and formatting media (images, videos, etc.) across all websites

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree, with 2-3 years of relevant work experience, and examples of recent work. 
  • Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, and Illustrator)
  • Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) and associated media requirements and best practices.
  • Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills and a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to accept constructive feedback and make changes. 
  • Ability to contribute individually, and participate in cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity and appreciation for the mission and values of The Seattle School.

Compensation & Benefits

The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology provides competitive compensation (DOE) and benefits. For this full-time position we offer generous paid time off, retirement benefits, an ORCA bus pass subsidy, tuition assistance benefits, medical, dental, life, LTD insurance and a Health Savings Account. We also offer a flexible, supportive environment.

Application Process

To apply please submit your resume, cover letter and completed Employment Application (Statement of Faith included) to jobs@theseattleschool.edu. The posting will remain open until filled, but preference will be given to applications received by Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Employment Application [PDF]

About the Employer

Established in 1997, The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology resides in the heart of the Belltown neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The Seattle School offers three interdisciplinary graduate programs: M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Master of Divinity, and M.A. in Theology & Culture. Focused on a transformational education through deep relationality, the school is committed to train people to be competent in the study of text, soul, and culture in order to serve God and neighbor through transforming relationships. Employees at The Seattle School strive to hold the capacity to see relationally and to see each other beyond social categories, allowing room for the complexity and nuance that is asked of us to live as the global body of Christ.

Federal employment non-discrimination rules preserve the freedom of faith-based organizations to hire according to faith. State and local employment civil rights laws include a similar exemption for faith-based organizations such as The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology.