GATHER ❯

Our church is home to people as different as the many people represented in Washington DC. We are multicultural and multiethnic. We are Republican, Democrat, Independent. We are rich and poor and in-between. We believe that something is happening here that goes beyond political ideology, beyond ethnic identity, beyond cultural affinity. We believe that we are part of something bigger that God is doing. Something that has not yet been seen in all of human history: a united community full of worshipping disciples from every tribe, every nation, every tongue. We affirm that the purpose of this and every church is to make those disciples.

Our church is home to people as different as the many people represented in Washington DC. We are multicultural and multiethnic. We are Republican, Democrat, Independent. We are rich and poor and in-between. We believe that something is happening here that goes beyond political ideology, beyond ethnic identity, beyond cultural affinity. We believe that we are part of something bigger that God is doing. Something that has not yet been seen in all of human history: a united community full of worshipping disciples from every tribe, every nation, every tongue. We affirm that the purpose of this and every church is to make those disciples.


Graphic Designer

Reports To: Director of Communications / Creative Director
Team: Communications
Position Type: Regular, Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt
Location: National Community Church (NCC), Washington, D.C.

Position Summary

The Graphic Designer is responsible for creating compelling visual content that advances the mission, vision, and ministries of National Community Church. This role supports church-wide communications through creative design solutions across digital, print, environmental, and social media platforms. The Graphic Designer collaborates closely with ministry leaders, communications staff, and creative teams to produce engaging, brand-consistent visuals that help communicate the Gospel, inspire participation, and strengthen the NCC community. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Creative Design & Content Development

  • Design graphics and creative assets for ministries, events, sermon series, campaigns, and church-wide initiatives.
  • Create visual content for digital platforms including social media, email marketing, websites, and video support graphics.
  • Develop print materials such as invitations, signage, postcards, banners, brochures, and promotional collateral.
  • Translate concepts, messaging, and ministry objectives into visually compelling creative solutions.

2. Brand Stewardship & Visual Consistency

  • Ensure all creative assets align with NCC’s brand standards, visual identity, and communication strategy.
  • Maintain consistency across all ministries and communication channels.
  • Help evolve and strengthen NCC’s visual identity while preserving brand integrity.
  • Serve as a creative resource and consultant for ministry teams seeking design support.

3. Campaign & Event Support

  • Partner with ministries and department leaders to develop visual assets for conferences, outreach efforts, special events, and church initiatives.
  • Design promotional materials that effectively engage members, attendees, and the surrounding community.
  • Support seasonal campaigns such as Easter, Christmas, Fast Week, and other church-wide initiatives.
  • Assist with environmental graphics and campus experiences when needed.

4. Creative Collaboration & Project Management

  • Collaborate with communications, worship, production, and ministry teams to execute creative projects.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high standard of excellence.
  • Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas that enhance ministry impact.
  • Organize and maintain design files, templates, and creative assets.

5. Production & Creative Excellence

  • Prepare final artwork for print, web, and digital distribution.
  • Ensure projects are completed accurately and according to production specifications.
  • Stay current with design trends, creative tools, and best practices.
  • Pursue excellence in all creative deliverables while remaining adaptable to ministry needs and priorities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred (Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Fine Arts, or related field).
  • 3–5+ years of professional graphic design experience.
  • Experience working in a church, nonprofit, agency, or mission-driven organization is preferred.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence across print and digital platforms.

Skills & Competencies

  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and related design applications).
  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, branding, color theory, and visual storytelling.
  • Experience creating motion graphics, animated content, and video assets (desired).
  • Ability to balance creativity with strategic communication objectives.
  • Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
  • Ability to receive feedback, collaborate effectively, and adapt quickly.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Spiritual & Cultural Expectations

  • Active, growing follower of Jesus Christ with a desire to serve through creative gifts.
  • Fully aligned with NCC’s mission, leadership covenant, and core beliefs.
  • Demonstrates integrity, humility, creativity, and emotional intelligence.
  • Reflects Christ in personal conduct, communication, and creative leadership.
  • Models professionalism, spiritual maturity, and servant-hearted collaboration.

Work Environment

  • Office-based role with opportunities for creative collaboration across NCC campuses and ministries.
  • Occasional evening, weekend, and event support may be required based on ministry needs.
  • Fast-paced and highly collaborative ministry environment with multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.

Application Process

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. We encourage you to share in your cover letter how your faith informs your personal and professional life. We ask you to include your name and the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email. NCC is committed to creating a diverse environment and welcomes your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please note: We are grateful for the large number of applications we receive and therefore are not able to reply to each interested job seeker. If selected for consideration, you will be contacted by a member of our team to discuss our recruitment process.


Americans with Disabilities Act

The federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, fringe benefits, job training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. The ADA does not alter NCC’s right to hire the best-qualified applicant, but it does prohibit discrimination against a qualified applicant or employee because of his or her disability, or because of a perceived disability. As a matter of organizational policy, NCC prohibits discrimination of any kind against people with disabilities.

Disabled Defined

An applicant or employee is considered disabled if he or she (1) actually has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, (2) has a record or history of such an impairment or (3) is regarded or perceived (correctly or incorrectly) as having such impairment.

A qualified employee or applicant with a disability is an individual who satisfies the skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of the position held or desired, and who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of that position.

Reasonable Accommodation

A reasonable accommodation is any change in the work environment (or in the way things are usually done) to help a person with a disability apply for a job, perform the duties of a job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

Qualified applicants or employees who are disabled should request reasonable accommodation from NCC in order to allow them to perform a particular job. If you are disabled and you wish such reasonable accommodation, contact the Director of Human Resources. On receipt of your request we will meet with you to discuss your disability. We may ask for information from your health care provider(s) regarding the nature of your disability and the nature of your limitations or take other steps necessary to help us determine viable options for reasonable accommodation. We will then work with you to determine whether your disability can be reasonably accommodated, and if it can be accommodated, we will explore alternatives with you and endeavor to implement a mutually agreeable accommodation.

Reasonable accommodation may take many forms and it will vary from one employee to another. Please note that according to the ADA, NCC does not have to provide the exact accommodation you want, and if more than one accommodation works, we may choose which one to provide. Furthermore, any accommodation that will impose undue hardship on NCC is not considered reasonable.