Graphic Design Intern at Westwood Community Church

Excelsior, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Graphic design, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office Suite, Visual communication, Print media, Digital media, Video production, Branding, Creative brainstorming, Leadership, Organizational skills, Communication skills, Teamwork, Detail-oriented

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Description Classification: Intern, 20 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt, 1-year commitment Ministry Area: Creative Arts Location: Chanhassen Reports to: Cheri Whisler Westwood’s Way of Life: Be and love like Jesus Westwood’s Heartbeat: To know God and share Jesus through loving others here, near, and far Ministry Area Purpose: The Content & Communications Department exists to tell the story of what God is doing in and through Westwood Community Church to internal and external audiences using the arts of language, design, and digital media. Role: Intentionally invest in gaining experience and knowledge for professional, personal, and spiritual development. Responsibilities: Provide Westwood ministries with visual support through the design and delivery of digital and print media Provide creative support for Westwood worship services (Sunday services, holiday services) to ensure a creative and cohesive worship experience at all venues and sites Work with teaching pastors, worship department, and video team to brainstorm and execute creative and interactive service elements Collaborate with video team on bumpers and service videos Select and create visuals for weekly services, including announcements, song backgrounds, sermon backgrounds, handouts, and giveaways, etc. Collaborate on videos with the Video Team Participate in creative brainstorming Provide graphic elements and branding Assist in video production when needed Interact with other graphic design contractors and volunteers as needed Work with volunteers and/or lay staff to utilize the gifts of the Westwood congregation (i.e. graphic design support, photography support) Work in collaboration with other communications staff to support the social media, video, and photography teams Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values: Head High, Heart Soft, Arms Linked, Feet Forward Requirements Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus BA/BS degree (or in process) or equivalent certification in appropriate discipline Working knowledge of the graphic design process Experience working with print vendors and/or digital media preferred Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Strong leadership and organizational skills Strong communication skills Comfortable presenting important design concepts to Westwood leadership Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Committed to teamwork among staff Creative, flexible, and self-directed working style Organized and detail-oriented Ability to handle confidential information professionally Ability to relate to other Westwood staff and church attenders at large Endorse and support Westwood’s Statement of Faith Remain a member in good standing of Westwood Community Church Participate in required team events: Orientation (September 8th, 2026) and Intensives (October 26-28th, 2026 and April 5-7th, 2027)

Responsibilities

The intern will provide visual support for digital and print media, including creative elements for worship services and church events. They will collaborate with the video and communications teams to execute service visuals and branding projects.