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Graphics Specialist/Website Coordinator (Fort Wayne, IN)
Every point of contact with the Office of Communications is marked by an atmosphere of engagement and motivation. In a collaborative spirit of teamwork, this position will advance the mission of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades throughout the territory of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
The Graphics Specialist/Website Coordinator is a skilled and gifted visual storyteller. This person is responsible for the overall layout, production design, and graphic creation for a multi-platform team that engages the Catholic community in the diocese and better connects them to their priests, their parishes, the bishop, and the entire diocese. This position is the primary page designer for Today’s Catholic newspaper and is also responsible for the layout of content within the newspaper website. This position is responsible for maintaining the electronic email distribution list of Today’s Catholic and updating changes pertinent to Today’s Catholic website and the website of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
This position will also be instrumental within the work of the Communications Creative Team to expand the reach of news from the Office of Communications and strengthening branding and community relationships throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Through collaborative efforts, this position will support and maintain the diocesan calendar in communication with the online bulletin page. This position will also provide expertise in graphic design and production of diocesan publications including but not limited to the annual diocesan directory, annual reports for diocesan offices and other marketing materials as necessary. This position will support cutting edge technology to increase levels of engagement with not only the local catholic faithful, but also in evangelizing to secular and non-Catholic communities as well.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Present a positive, professional image of the Diocese through relationships built with parishes, schools, other catholic entities and businesses within the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Promote local catholic engagement with the Office of Communications through relationship building and offering communications and marketing resources.
As a full participant in the Office of Communications Creative Team, this position helps to develop concepts and ideas for advertising and marketing materials and campaigns and generates ideas with other members of the creative team.
Reports regularly to Secretariat Director of Communication on content progress.
Be able to utilize, or be familiar with Mac design software including (but not limited to) InDesign, Photoshop, Word Press, Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
Designs page layout of Today’s Catholic newspaper on a weekly basis, incorporating news features, editorial content, advertising to convey mission of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades.
Uploads digital content in timely manner to multiple websites for Today’s Catholic & Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Engage with multiple social media platforms. Be able to design, create and implement social media marketing campaigns.
Participate in on-going training efforts to develop personally and professionally
Maintains electronic email distribution for Today’s Catholic digital subscriptions through MailChimp.
Designs ads as requested by Bishop Rhoades for special projects.
Maintain diocesan web calendar and update contact information for all parishes and schools.
Manages production, layout and design of annual diocesan directory.
Produce annual reports for diocesan offices as necessary.
Work with Secretariat Director to establish and build an environment of catholic storytellers to promote evangelization through the diocese.
Work interactively between multiple departments to facilitate effective marketing & promotional materials.
Respond promptly to all calls requesting general information.
Participate in staff meetings, diocese program events, fundraising events, and other training activities as required by Secretariat
All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or Administration with at least 3-4 years prior experience in marketing, sales, communication or a relevant combination of education and experience.
Two years direct experience with supervision and/or management experience. Demonstrated experience in use of computer to word process, access/update database information and manage communication processes.
Skills and Knowledge
Capacity to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations, manage multiple projects while interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Detail-oriented, able to establish courses of action for self and team in a clearly articulated and well-organized fashion.
Uses appropriate methods and styles of communication to gain acceptance of an idea, plan, activity or product.
Actively takes initiative to set and achieve goals; a self-starter who can work independently.
Willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary to meet deadlines and priorities of Bishop Rhoades.
Keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems. Capable of monitoring progress and coordination of assignments.
Possesses ability to write clearly, convincingly and with proper sentence structure and grammar.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills in building and maintaining relationships.
Proficiency in technical design software, preferably Adobe Creative Suite.
Excellent oral communication skills reflecting solid customer service both in-person and via the telephone, capacity to use excellent communication skills in presentations and training.
Effectively collaborates with other staff across other departments and relates well in cross-cultural environments
Ability to position and promote opportunities while using time effectively and adapting to shifting priorities.
An articulated belief in the mission of Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, a passionate champion and advocate for the Catholic Church.
Amiable team player that exhibits a positive attitude while working under pressure.
Capable of leaving good impressions when promoting the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
The Graphics Specialist/Website Coordinator is a skilled and gifted visual storyteller. This person is responsible for the overall layout, production design, and graphic creation for a multi-platform team that engages the Catholic community in the diocese and better connects them to their priests, their parishes, the bishop, and the entire diocese. This position is the primary page designer for Today’s Catholic newspaper and is also responsible for the layout of content within the newspaper website. This position is responsible for maintaining the electronic email distribution list of Today’s Catholic and updating changes pertinent to Today’s Catholic website and the website of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
This position will also be instrumental within the work of the Communications Creative Team to expand the reach of news from the Office of Communications and strengthening branding and community relationships throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Through collaborative efforts, this position will support and maintain the diocesan calendar in communication with the online bulletin page. This position will also provide expertise in graphic design and production of diocesan publications including but not limited to the annual diocesan directory, annual reports for diocesan offices and other marketing materials as necessary. This position will support cutting edge technology to increase levels of engagement with not only the local catholic faithful, but also in evangelizing to secular and non-Catholic communities as well.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Present a positive, professional image of the Diocese through relationships built with parishes, schools, other catholic entities and businesses within the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Promote local catholic engagement with the Office of Communications through relationship building and offering communications and marketing resources.
As a full participant in the Office of Communications Creative Team, this position helps to develop concepts and ideas for advertising and marketing materials and campaigns and generates ideas with other members of the creative team.
Reports regularly to Secretariat Director of Communication on content progress.
Be able to utilize, or be familiar with Mac design software including (but not limited to) InDesign, Photoshop, Word Press, Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
Designs page layout of Today’s Catholic newspaper on a weekly basis, incorporating news features, editorial content, advertising to convey mission of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades.
Uploads digital content in timely manner to multiple websites for Today’s Catholic & Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Engage with multiple social media platforms. Be able to design, create and implement social media marketing campaigns.
Participate in on-going training efforts to develop personally and professionally
Maintains electronic email distribution for Today’s Catholic digital subscriptions through MailChimp.
Designs ads as requested by Bishop Rhoades for special projects.
Maintain diocesan web calendar and update contact information for all parishes and schools.
Manages production, layout and design of annual diocesan directory.
Produce annual reports for diocesan offices as necessary.
Work with Secretariat Director to establish and build an environment of catholic storytellers to promote evangelization through the diocese.
Work interactively between multiple departments to facilitate effective marketing & promotional materials.
Respond promptly to all calls requesting general information.
Participate in staff meetings, diocese program events, fundraising events, and other training activities as required by Secretariat
All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or Administration with at least 3-4 years prior experience in marketing, sales, communication or a relevant combination of education and experience.
Two years direct experience with supervision and/or management experience. Demonstrated experience in use of computer to word process, access/update database information and manage communication processes.
Skills and Knowledge
Capacity to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations, manage multiple projects while interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Detail-oriented, able to establish courses of action for self and team in a clearly articulated and well-organized fashion.
Uses appropriate methods and styles of communication to gain acceptance of an idea, plan, activity or product.
Actively takes initiative to set and achieve goals; a self-starter who can work independently.
Willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary to meet deadlines and priorities of Bishop Rhoades.
Keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems. Capable of monitoring progress and coordination of assignments.
Possesses ability to write clearly, convincingly and with proper sentence structure and grammar.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills in building and maintaining relationships.
Proficiency in technical design software, preferably Adobe Creative Suite.
Excellent oral communication skills reflecting solid customer service both in-person and via the telephone, capacity to use excellent communication skills in presentations and training.
Effectively collaborates with other staff across other departments and relates well in cross-cultural environments
Ability to position and promote opportunities while using time effectively and adapting to shifting priorities.
An articulated belief in the mission of Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, a passionate champion and advocate for the Catholic Church.
Amiable team player that exhibits a positive attitude while working under pressure.
Capable of leaving good impressions when promoting the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
This is a full time position