Summary of the KidSpring Designer-Illustrator job at NewSpring Church

Role Description: 

This role creates engaging digital artwork and visual assets for elementary-aged children’s ministry curriculum, including Bible story illustrations, series branding, graphics, and video/animation assets. It also contributes to the hands-on creative process through set design, physical props, team collaboration, and video shoot support to help bring stories to life and teach kids about Jesus on their level.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Illustrate images for elementary-aged Bible stories
• Concept and design branding, handouts, social media graphics, and video/animation assets
• Collaborate with a team of writers, animators, and filmmakers to create engaging visuals aimed at teaching kids about Jesus on their level
• Manage tasks in Wrike project management software
• Contribute to the creative process through team Creativity meetings
• Manage outsourcing of animated pieces
• Assist in set design, creating physical props, and video shoots as requested
• Serve in KidSpring on Sundays, interacting with kids and volunteers to gauge the success of curriculum being accurate, cohesive, and engaging
• Adhere to the KidSpring Creative Culture Values where together we …
  
  • Have fun creating within the boundaries of our timeline, budget, and vision.
  • Seek, give, and receive feedback by asking clarifying questions, giving critique that is considerate and direct, and supporting each other’s gifting.
  • Pursue mastery of our God-given skills through consistent self-discipline, perseverance, learning, and innovation.
• Adhere to and encompass the qualities and characteristics required of NewSpring Church staff members, as defined by the Policies and Procedures Handbook.
  

Role Requirements:

• This role is full time 40 hours per week.
• A bachelor’s degree is required/preferred.
• 1-2  years of proven experience in Photoshop and Illustrator  
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals and excellent drawing skills  
• Organized and detail-oriented  
• Ability to rally people around your vision, present your ideas, serve the story through visuals, and  provide constructive criticism
  
• This role adheres to a standard schedule, knowing it may fluctuate at times & based on certain needs. Standard schedule is:
• • Sunday: 8:15am - 1pm + 2 hours remote
  • Monday: 9am - 5pm
  • Tuesday: 9am - 5pm
  • Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
  • Thursday: 9am - 5pm