Portland Rescue Mission Portland , OR 97228
Posted 5 days ago
OVERVIEW
Portland Rescue Mission, is seeking a Part-Time Graphic Design Specialist. This gifted servant will personify creativity, attention to detail, and teamwork as they join a Christ-centered team with an award-winning culture and a commitment to serving others.
Make a lasting difference by sharing the stories of people finding hope and life-restoration by applying today.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
How to apply: We ask all applicants to apply through the Portland Rescue Mission online application form found on our careers page: https://portlandrescuemission.hiringthing.com/job/76443/graphic-design-specialist-part-time
Status: Part-Time or Full-Time, Hourly
Reports To: Marketing Communications Manager
Hours: Monday-Friday day, other evenings and weekends as needed
Location: This is primarily an in-person position based at our Administrative Office (13207 NE Halsey St. Portland, OR)
Pay Rate: Depending on Experience
THE MARKETING DEPARTMENT
The Marketing Department at Portland Rescue Mission is a group of dedicated professionals using their marketing skills to raise provision for life-restoring Christian ministry by excellence in fund raising and brand enhancement through direct mail, digital, social media, tele/radio-thons, media relations, and advertising support for Portland Rescue Mission's social enterprises. Our goal is to tell the stories of what God is doing in the lives of the people we serve with integrity and excellence. In doing this, we honor the lives of those we serve and share their testimony in a way that invites others into partnership with PRM through service, prayer, and financial support.
THE POSITION
The Graphic Designer is a hands-on contributor to the storytelling efforts of Portland Rescue Mission through excellent visual content creation for our various print assets (e.g. newsletters, flyers, banners) and digital assets (e.g. website social media design elements). The scope of responsibility ranges from design creation and implementation to print production and vendor relations with a mindset of continuous improvement in aesthetic storytelling across all marketing platforms.
THE ESSENTIALS
Strategically produce and implement well-crafted visual design elements from concept to execution for various uses, including brand campaigns, logos, flyers, posters, newsletters (print and digital), social media, and website visuals so that PRM supporters are encouraged, educated, and motivated
Support the production of powerful stories of changed lives and community betterment with eye-catching, informative graphic creativity so that individuals, businesses, and churches in our community are inspired to partner with the work of Portland Rescue Mission
Tell the Mission narrative of Giving Hope and Restoring Life via on-brand creative solutions that align to the technical and creative standards of Portland Rescue Mission
Collaborate with others to create, implement, and manage the different design stages, from concept to production to final deliverable(s), for Portland Rescue Mission's various campaigns
Manage vendor relationships and archive for Portland Rescue Mission's creative team
Assist in general Marketing Department projects including events, promotions, and activities
Engage guests and program participants with Christian care, including offering prayer and scripturally based encouragement during interactions as opportunity allows
Participate in PRM's Christ-centered ministry culture through actively engaging in staff worship and devotional opportunities which may involve occasional sharing
BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS
A personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior, a testimony of continued growth in faith, and spiritual maturity as defined by traditional biblical standards
Adherence to Portland Rescue Mission's Statement of Faith and Code of Ethics
Embrace the Portland Rescue Mission ministry culture of being a Highly Relational, Christ-centered, Joyful Servant
Desire to serve God in a ministry to hurting men, women, and children
College degree in related field or experience equivalent
Professional-level graphic design skills with an emphasis on print graphics, email, website and social media - SAMPLES REQUIRED
Highly proficient in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite-Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Rush, InDesign, Lightroom, and Adobe Express, etc.)
Working knowledge of software such as Basecamp, Dropbox, WordPress and other digital media platforms
Photo manipulation, as needed
Knowledge of color theory and color techniques
Ability to utilize typography to enhance the overall design
Understanding of print production processes and experience producing pre-press files
Experience in Microsoft Office software
Excellent grammatical, oral, and written communication skills
Motion graphics abilities a plus
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. unassisted
EQUIPMENT USED
Telephone, fax and voice mail
MAC-based computer system
Copier, printers and related office equipment
Multiple design and internet-based software, programs and apps (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite-Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, etc.)
Ipad with Apple pen
DSLR camera with multiple lenses
Camera light kit and external flash
MISSION AND DISTINCTIVES
OUR MISSION
To demonstrate the compassion of Christ
OUR UNIQUE APPROACH
From the first sandwich that was shared in 1949, to today's fully integrated emergency, recovery, and training services, Portland Rescue Mission is a highly relational ministry. The Mission builds supportive and caring communities, meets people at their point of need, equips them, and provides a path forward. In-depth partnership with churches and volunteers, multiple tiers of services and a focus on growing Christian disciples is fundamental to Portland Rescue Mission's success.
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