Graphic Designer II
World Concern, Seattle, WA, United States
Location
Shoreline, WA
Employment Status
Full Time
Compensation
$29.17 - $44.47, DOE
Benefit Highlights
Health Insurance, Retirement Plans w/CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King’s Schools.
Position Summary
The Graphic Designer II serves as a production-focused member of the World Concern Marketing team, executing artwork and collateral from initial concept through final production. Responsible for managing an ongoing pipeline of design requests that support World Concern’s fundraising initiatives. The designer applies fundraising-driven marketing and design best practices—emphasizing clarity, donor motivation, and strategic visual communication—to create materials that strengthen donor engagement and organizational impact.
Essential Functions
Fundraising-Focused Creative Design
Execute World Concern graphic design projects under the direction of the Senior Director of Marketing and in close collaboration with the Project Manager, taking concepts from initial idea or sketch through multiple iterations to produce creative that aligns with fundraising strategy and motivates donor response.
Incorporate stakeholder feedback and analyze proofs with a focus on clarity, donor motivation, and strategic communication rather than aesthetic preference alone.
Collaborate with vendors to move approved artwork into production and ensure accurate archiving of completed projects that support WC’s fundraising, marketing, and branding efforts.
Review project materials, evaluate production considerations, and recommend the most effective presentation approach. Provide strategic and creative solutions that strengthen WC’s distinction in the marketplace.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the difference between personal creative expression and fundraising-driven business objectives, ensuring every design decision advances fundraising goals.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of prepress and digital files by preparing artwork for production or partnering with production specialists or vendors.
Project Management, Tracking & Collaboration
Maintain organized, consistent tracking of all assigned projects—including time spent—and submit reports and updates in Click Up, Filestage, SharePoint, and other required platforms.
Train team members on print processes when necessary.
Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, and internal clients to support World Concern’s mission and fundraising goals.
Participate and contribute to RA and/or World Concern staff meetings and devotions, Resource Advancement project production meetings, and creative planning meetings for appropriate campaigns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
Christ Centered
Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Committed Christian dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development.
Prayerful seeking of God’s will in personal life and ministry at CRISTA.
Engages ministry via prayer, participation, leading devotions, etc.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement.
Conducts themselves in a manner reflecting well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith, and CCC.
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art or Creative Design from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Experience
Three to five years of design experience at an agency, nonprofit, or business.
Experience in a multi‑department environment with a strong background in print production.
Working with a team in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment.
Demonstrated expertise in industry‑standard design concepts, practices, and production processes; able to rely on professional experience and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Independently managing multiple projects and timelines; a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Software / Equipment Knowledge
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), with a strong focus on print production, file preparation, and version control.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for collaboration, documentation, and project coordination.
Experience using project management and proofing tools (e.g., Click Up, Filestage, SharePoint, or similar) to manage workflows, feedback, and approvals.
Familiarity with print production standards, vendor specifications, and prepress requirements to ensure accurate, high‑quality output.
Other Considerations
Self‑motivated, working well independently as well as flexibly with others.
Focused on results.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Able to focus and complete essential functions.
Organized work style.
Maintains a high degree of enthusiasm and energy, promoting a positive attitude to others.
Able to work collaboratively with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Ability to pass background checks related to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions.
Statement of Nondiscrimination
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.
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Shoreline, WA
Employment Status
Full Time
Compensation
$29.17 - $44.47, DOE
Benefit Highlights
Health Insurance, Retirement Plans w/CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King’s Schools.
Position Summary
The Graphic Designer II serves as a production-focused member of the World Concern Marketing team, executing artwork and collateral from initial concept through final production. Responsible for managing an ongoing pipeline of design requests that support World Concern’s fundraising initiatives. The designer applies fundraising-driven marketing and design best practices—emphasizing clarity, donor motivation, and strategic visual communication—to create materials that strengthen donor engagement and organizational impact.
Essential Functions
Fundraising-Focused Creative Design
Execute World Concern graphic design projects under the direction of the Senior Director of Marketing and in close collaboration with the Project Manager, taking concepts from initial idea or sketch through multiple iterations to produce creative that aligns with fundraising strategy and motivates donor response.
Incorporate stakeholder feedback and analyze proofs with a focus on clarity, donor motivation, and strategic communication rather than aesthetic preference alone.
Collaborate with vendors to move approved artwork into production and ensure accurate archiving of completed projects that support WC’s fundraising, marketing, and branding efforts.
Review project materials, evaluate production considerations, and recommend the most effective presentation approach. Provide strategic and creative solutions that strengthen WC’s distinction in the marketplace.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the difference between personal creative expression and fundraising-driven business objectives, ensuring every design decision advances fundraising goals.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of prepress and digital files by preparing artwork for production or partnering with production specialists or vendors.
Project Management, Tracking & Collaboration
Maintain organized, consistent tracking of all assigned projects—including time spent—and submit reports and updates in Click Up, Filestage, SharePoint, and other required platforms.
Train team members on print processes when necessary.
Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, and internal clients to support World Concern’s mission and fundraising goals.
Participate and contribute to RA and/or World Concern staff meetings and devotions, Resource Advancement project production meetings, and creative planning meetings for appropriate campaigns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
Christ Centered
Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Committed Christian dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development.
Prayerful seeking of God’s will in personal life and ministry at CRISTA.
Engages ministry via prayer, participation, leading devotions, etc.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement.
Conducts themselves in a manner reflecting well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith, and CCC.
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art or Creative Design from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Experience
Three to five years of design experience at an agency, nonprofit, or business.
Experience in a multi‑department environment with a strong background in print production.
Working with a team in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment.
Demonstrated expertise in industry‑standard design concepts, practices, and production processes; able to rely on professional experience and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Independently managing multiple projects and timelines; a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Software / Equipment Knowledge
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), with a strong focus on print production, file preparation, and version control.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for collaboration, documentation, and project coordination.
Experience using project management and proofing tools (e.g., Click Up, Filestage, SharePoint, or similar) to manage workflows, feedback, and approvals.
Familiarity with print production standards, vendor specifications, and prepress requirements to ensure accurate, high‑quality output.
Other Considerations
Self‑motivated, working well independently as well as flexibly with others.
Focused on results.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Able to focus and complete essential functions.
Organized work style.
Maintains a high degree of enthusiasm and energy, promoting a positive attitude to others.
Able to work collaboratively with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Ability to pass background checks related to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions.
Statement of Nondiscrimination
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.
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