Designer/Production Specialist (Presbyterian Women) at Presbyterian Church USA

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design, Formatting, Production, Mac-based Platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Digital Resource Management, Eblast Creation, Newsletter Preparation, Zoom Support, Microsoft Teams, Proofreading, Copywriting

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

The national offices of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), A Corporation (“A Corp”) “PC(USA)”, based in Louisville Kentucky, serve with mid-councils, congregations, worshipping communities, and partner organizations to carry forth the mission of Jesus Christ. Approximately 400 individuals, diverse in race, age, gender, sexual orientation, faith, skills, and more, come together as colleagues to work for a world where justice reigns, peace prevails, and God’s love extends to all people. This community comprises the staff of national entities: the Interim Unified Agency, the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, Presbyterian Women, Investment and Loan Program, and the Administrative Services Group. Overview: Presbyterian Women, Inc., is the women’s organization in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). We are a community of more than 200,000 women who participate in Presbyterian Women (PW) and align our ministry and hearts around a shared purpose, the PW Purpose. Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves • to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study, • to support the mission of the church worldwide, • to work for justice and peace, and • to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom. These commitments are lovingly carried out in Presbyterian Women groups in congregations, presbyteries and synods. At the national level, Presbyterian Women provides the resources, direction and opportunities to fulfill the organization’s mission and ministry. Presbyterian Women’s connectional structure allows you to participate as deeply and/or broadly in the organization and its commitments as you wish. Position Summary: Assists the Communications Manager in the design, formatting, and production of Presbyterian Women (PW) print and electronic communications. Provides support in maintaining digital resources, executing promotional materials, and facilitating internal workflows related to communications. Participates in developing communication strategies and plans. Helps ensure PW's visual and brand consistency across platforms. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Design and Formatting * Designs and formats PW resources using Mac-based platforms and appropriate software. * Prepares files for print and digital production; supports scanning, color correction, image sourcing, and prepress. * Revises layouts and templates per the communications manager and editorial feedback. * Digital Resource Management * Monitors listings and resources on the PW Shop and PC(USA) Store to ensure accuracy. * Supports maintenance of the PW digital archive and subscriber email lists. * Prepares and sends eBlasts and newsletters. * Zoom and Virtual Meeting Support * Works with PW Communications Manager to provide logistical and technical assistance for online meetings (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams), including troubleshooting. * Editorial. * Assists the production team with writer contracts and follow-up, editorial work, magazine indexing, proofreading, copywriting, and other editorial tasks as requested by the executive director. * Churchwide Gathering (CWG) Support * Supports production of CWG-related communications and interpretive materials. * Assists in planning, creating, and facilitating promotional and exhibit materials. * Team Participation and Collaboration * Participates actively in staff meetings, committees, and task groups. * Collaborates with colleagues to support PW’s mission and maintain high communication standards. * Shares creative ideas and technical skills to enhance team output. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience * An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, multimedia, communications, or a related field. * Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a design or production or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Experience working with printers and other vendors Technical Skills * Expertise with Mac OS and software including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office, and QuarkXPress. * Familiarity with digital content platforms, email marketing tools, and basic website maintenance. * Experience preparing materials for print or electronic publication. * Proofreading and copyediting skills. Other Skills and Abilities * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. * Team-oriented with good interpersonal communication skills. * Familiarity with the mission and values of Presbyterian Women and/or the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: * Customer Service—Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. * Interpersonal Skills—Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. * Oral Communication—Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. * Written Communication—Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. * Teamwork—Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. * Cost Consciousness—Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. * Diversity—Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment. * Ethics—Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. * Organizational Support—Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. * Judgment—Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. * Motivation—Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. * Planning/Organizing—Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. * Professionalism—Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. * Quality—Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. * Safety and Security—Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. * Attendance/Punctuality—Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. * Dependability—Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Other Qualifications Availability for occasional evening and weekend work as required. Minimal travel may be required to attend professional or PW events. Helpful Skills: * Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view. Able to relate well to people from all walks of life and of varying theological perspectives. * Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Information/Benefits: We believe a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues. PC(USA) offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including * Defined Pension Plan * Medical * Dental * Vision * Basic Life Insurance * Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Flexible Spending accounts * 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan * Vacation Days * Sick Days * Paid Holidays Paid Holidays PCUSA Commitment: Our faith in God inspires our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the U.S. government, including gender identity and sexual orientation. Candidates from Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic Presbyterian Communities of Color, preferably with theological training and fluency in languages other than English, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

This role assists the Communications Manager in designing, formatting, and producing print and electronic communications for Presbyterian Women (PW), including revising layouts and managing digital resources like the PW Shop listings and email lists. Essential duties also involve providing technical support for online meetings, assisting with editorial tasks such as proofreading and indexing, and supporting communications for the Churchwide Gathering.