KidSpring Designer-Illustrator

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