Multimedia Designer

JOB TITLE: Multimedia Designer

EMPLOYER: Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church

DEPARTMENT: Creative

REPORTS TO: Creative Manager

Status: Full-Time In-Office, Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION

The Multimedia Designer will work under the mentorship and leadership of the Lead Graphic Designer, reporting directly to the Creative Director. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a creative individual to grow and develop design and content creation skills in a collaborative, supportive environment. In addition to print and digital design, this role supports the church’s social media presence by capturing, editing, and producing graphics and short-form video content.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Lead Graphic Designer to create visual designs for Ministry’s events and Church-wide initiatives.
• Assist in developing the annual communications plan, ensuring all designs align with ministry goals and objectives.
• Follow the WABC branding and style guide to maintain consistency in all visual materials.
• Support publication development and/or redesign projects under the guidance of the Lead Graphic Designer.
• Design and contribute to major church-wide events and any graphics that may be needed on weekends.
• Design social media graphics (static posts, carousels, stories, and cover images) optimized for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and other platforms used by the church.
• Capture photo and video content at worship services, ministry events, and church-wide gatherings for use on social media.
• Edit and produce short-form video content, including Reels, Shorts, and Stories, with attention to pacing, captions, music, and on-screen text.
• Organize and archive photo and video assets for ongoing use by the Creative Team.
• Stay current on social media trends, formats, and platform updates, and recommend creative approaches that fit the church’s voice.
• Print collaterals as needed by the Creative Director.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Creative Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other graphic design software.
• Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, or similar tools for producing short-form social media video.
• Ability to capture quality photo and video content using a DSLR/mirrorless camera and/or smartphone, including basic lighting, framing, and audio considerations.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok) and their content formats, dimensions, and best practices for engagement.
• Demonstrated creativity and a strong eye for design, as evidenced by a portfolio of design work and samples of social media content (graphics and video).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, including fast-turnaround social content.
• Availability to capture content on weekends and during evening events as needed.
• Previous experience in graphic design, social media content creation, or a related field is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Occasionally required to stand
• Frequently/Continually required to walk
• Continually required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, pull, kneel, or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Occasionally work in high, precarious places and/or with clients
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Continually exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• Continually exposed to both low and high-intensity lighting conditions, including prolonged exposure to high-voltage/LED lighting.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Occasionally lift or move more than 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Additional work environment: Frequent use of industrial-grade chemicals (Printer Ink)
• Other: Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Frequent use of printers, copiers, dollies, paper cutters, paper folders, golf carts, motorbikes, and pulling carts/flatbeds