Design Specialist at Catholic Charities of Acadiana

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummaryCatholic Charities of Acadiana is seeking a highly experienced, mission-driven Graphic Design professional-someone who can blend technical excellence with a deep understanding of Catholic identity, charitable service, and the dignity of the human person. In this role, you will be the visual and creative steward of our brand. You will design with purpose, communicate with compassion, and ensure that every piece of content-print, digital, photo, or web-reflects our Catholic mission and invites the community into meaningful engagement with the people we serve. If you're a designer who can create beautiful work and understands how to communicate a faith-rooted mission with reverence, clarity, and professionalism, we want to meet you.Key ResponsibilitiesGraphic Design + Brand StewardshipLead the design and production of all print and digital materials (brochures, impact reports, fundraising collateral, signage, event branding, parish-facing materials, etc.)Translate Catholic Charities' mission, values, and Catholic social teaching into compelling, respectful, and mission-aligned visual communicationCreate and manage brand guidelines, design templates, typography, color systems, and asset librariesDeliver polished, print-ready files and high-quality digital assetsEnsure brand consistency and cohesiveness across all platforms, programs, and initiativesMission-Grounded StorytellingProduce visual narratives that reflect our Catholic identity, highlight the sacred dignity of those we serve, and inspire community engagementServe as the in-house photographer for events, programs, and storytelling needsCurate and manage a high-quality photo library rooted in authenticity and respectSocial Media & Digital ContentDevelop on-brand social media content that aligns with program, development, and mission prioritiesCreate visually strong posts, graphics, and short-form videosTrack engagement analytics and recommend improvementsWebsite ManagementKeep the website updated, visually aligned with brand standards, and accessibleBuild campaign and event landing pages with strong narrative flow and UXCoordinate improvements or troubleshooting with external web vendorsCross-Team CollaborationWork across departments to fulfill design and communication needsSupport fundraising, events, stewardship, and program teams with responsive, high-quality designContribute to broader organizational communication strategiesJob QualificationsBachelor's degree in Visual Arts, Design, Communications, or related field3-5 years of relevant experience preferredProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)Video production/editing skills a plusDetail-oriented with excellent time and project management skillsExperience managing vendors and print production timelinesJob SpecificationsMedium: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 100% of the time.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insuranceRetirement planVision insurance