Visual Communications Designer - Metropolitan Borough of Solihull - CV

Description

Overview

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Who We Are CV (Christian Vision) is a global organisation that exists to introduce people to Jesus and encourage them to become his true followers. Evangelism is at the heart of all we do at CV, bringing the gospel to people around the world in both physical and digital realms. If you are passionate about sharing the gospel and motivated by a desire to create meaningful change at scale, CV offers a unique mission-driven opportunity to join a team harnessing innovation and navigating new frontiers within evangelism.

Job Overview

The Visual Communications Designer is a dynamic and creative member of CV's global communications team and reports directly to the Internal Communications Manager. Working closely with the Internal Communications Manager, you will create high-quality and engaging visual content to support CV's internal communications. This role is vital to the successful outworking of our communications strategies and plays a key role in working toward the achievement of CV's unique objectives. We expect you to embrace CV\'s values, which include having a pioneering spirit, a heart for serving the Church, and a focus on initiatives that create significant spiritual impact, with a strong commitment to unity and being led by the Holy Spirit.

Specific Responsibilities

• Delivers vibrant, relevant, and engaging visuals for a variety of audiences and channels as a part of CV's internal communications strategy and in support of CV's Executive Team.
• Communicates and shares ideas that will increase staff engagement and work to inspire team members to contribute to CV's mission.
• Delivers high-quality ad-hoc digital and print design projects in collaboration with a variety of stakeholders across CV's four functions.
• Assists in the moderation and localisation of content when needed.
• Helps to update and maintain internal communication materials with visual content and collaborates with external resources when needed.
• Adheres to and maintains an up-to-date understanding of copyright and intellectual property laws and ensures that all content meets CV standards and is in line with our brand guidelines.
• Exercises great interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in consultation with the Internal Communications Manager, production personnel and wider communications team.
• Supports cross-departmental needs.
• Maintains and organises extensive library of graphic content for archival purposes, ensuring ease of locating assets for future projects and needs.
• Has the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously whilst under strict deadlines.
• Supports strategic change communications by creating high-quality visuals that are informative and engaging.
• Demonstrates the ability to give and receive feedback on a frequent basis.
• As part of a global organisation, you will be required to collaborate across time zones, which may involve out-of-hours availability.

General Responsibilities

• Fulfil all duties outlined above for this specific role, and as directed below for all team members within CV. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Actively pursue personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
• Contribute positively to our team culture by upholding CV's values in attitude and action.
• Comply with all CV policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity in all matters.
• Engage fully in staff and team meetings, collaboration, and communication.
• Commit to continuous learning and development as needed for the role.
• Foster respectful, clear, and constructive communication across all interactions.
• A practising Christian in full agreement with the CV Statement of Faith.
• Actively involved in a local church or Christian faith community.
• Committed to living according to biblical values.

Skills, Experience And Education

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications or related field preferable.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field, preferably within communications, media, or brand-driven environments is required.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative ability across print and digital platforms, including branding, layout design, and multimedia content.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator), Figma, and familiarity with presentation and template design tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Canva).
• Strong understanding of brand identity and ability to translate strategic communications objectives into compelling visual solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and deliver to deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across teams, functions, and cultures.
• Passion for CV's mission to introduce people to Jesus and encourage them to become his true followers, with sensitivity to faith-based communications.
• Attend (frequency TBD) one-on-one meetings with the External Communications Manager and be available for other ad-hoc meetings when needed.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries
• Non-profit Organizations