Summary and Job Description:

Do you love graphic design, photography and videography? Are you interested in using your skills to help others and better our community? We’re looking to add a Visual Marketing Coordinator to our team to help tell our story and market our programs. This person will be responsible for creating and executing visual and digital aspects of marketing materials, website, and other media. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for design, a passion for visual storytelling, and the ability to create compelling visuals that align with our brand identity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• ·Conceptualize and design visual assets for various projects and campaigns.
• Collaborate with program teams and the Communications and Marketing Leader on the creative direction of projects.
• Create eye-catching signage for events, programs, and outreach initiatives.
• Design advertisements for print and digital platforms, including social media.
• Develop graphics for email newsletters and other digital communications channels. Provide layout for email newsletters.
• Ensure all designs align with Matthew 25 branding guidelines and messaging.
• Create high-quality web experiences for stories, news articles, videos, photo galleries, and other content.
• Photograph Matthew 25 programs in action, including volunteer groups, stories of impact, behind-the-scenes activities, cafe menu items for online ordering, special events, and more. Edit photographs as needed.
• Create original video content and assist programs with their video needs, such as storytelling, promotional, educational, and other kinds of videos.
• Work with outside print vendors or designers as appropriate. Coordinate volunteer or professional photography and videography for special projects.
• Display and promote company values.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

Exceptional graphic design skills with strong knowledge of typography, layout and graphic design principles.

Experience in video creation, including planning, filming, editing and delivering engaging video content.

Proficient in graphic design software, preferably Adobe InDesign. Experience with WordPress, bulk email (Mail Chimp, Constant Contact, or similar email system) and Canva a plus.

Commitment to the organization’s mission

• Caring about economically challenged people and neighborhoods.
• Desire and drive for your work to contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society.

Reliable excellence

• Ability to generate creative and compelling visual content for a variety of audiences, while maintaining a consistent brand identity.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize appropriately, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Solutions driven

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Exhibits a problem-solving attitude when faced with challenges.
• Flexible, adaptable, willing to try new concepts and ability to absorb constructive feedback.

Compassionate collaborator

• Ability to work effectively across departmental teams.
• Actively shares ideas and knowledge with team members.
• Strong service orientation and commitment to assisting others with enthusiasm and professionalism.

Unwavering integrity

• Ability to be self-directed; willing to take initiative.
• Demonstrates dependability and responsibility.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Inspired to act

• Commitment to continuous learning; desire to learn and apply new trends in design.
• Intrinsically motivated; willing to jump in and help where help is required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE (include but are not limited to the following)

Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Art, Communications, or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

Experience in creating marketing campaigns utilizing various media.

Photography skills are a plus.

Video editing skills are a plus.