Art Director
elevation-church
| Company | elevation-church |
| Category | Design |
| Location | Matthews |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (breezy) |
Description
At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website ( www.elevationchurch.org ) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create high-quality designs for weekend experiences, sermon series, digital content, social media, and special projects
• Collaborate with the Creative Director, writers, and programming teams to develop strong visual concepts that communicate messages clearly and creatively
• Help lead the design direction for campaigns and series—contributing to concept development, look and feel, and execution
• Maintain and elevate the visual standards of the church’s brand across all platforms
• Execute designs across multiple formats (broadcast, social, web, print, environmental) with excellence and consistency
• Provide creative feedback and direction to other designers and freelancers
• Partner with video teams, animators, and other creatives to bring cohesive, multi-platform experiences to life
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Prepare and deliver final files for production across various media
MUST-HAVES
• Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a high level of design, typography, and layout expertise
• Proven ability to lead design projects and contribute to creative direction
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong understanding of branding, visual systems, and storytelling through design
• Ability to operate with both creative vision and executional excellence
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
• High attention to detail with a commitment to excellence
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
NICE-TO-HAVES
• Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
• Knowledge of motion design or animation
• Experience designing for broadcast or large-scale environments
• Familiarity with social media trends and digital-first design strategies
• Experience working with AI-assisted design tools
DAY-TO-DAY
• We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment . Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
• There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
• Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have some fun !
• You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. Professional development opportunities will be all around you , both in structured and unstructured ways.
• We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
• Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.
BENEFITS
• Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
• 403b with 4% match
• Dental & Vision benefits
• Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
• Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
• Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)