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The Project
Prenger Solutions Group serves Catholic parishes. As part of our various product offerings, we deliver unbranded social media graphics to parishes in 42 U.S. states and Canada. We provide them with content linked to the liturgical year, Catholic life, and modern culture. This is a niche product offering that has been publishing 7-11 high-quality graphics and 1 video on a weekly basis to parishes for three years. Roughly 500,000-750,000 individuals engage with our content each week.
Position Description
This graphic design position is an independent contractor position. Applicant should be highly motivated, timely, and skilled in the areas of digital graphic design, both in still images and video/animation. Deep understanding of the Catholic faith is crucial, including knowledge of how the liturgical year functions, religious art through the centuries, etc. We are hoping that our next designer will help us take the look and feel of the service to the next level in terms of quality and Catholicity.
Responsibilities
Source high-quality historical and modern images and secure proper licensing rates (Prenger Solutions Group will reimburse).
Receive and respond to extensive content design notes for an upcoming month. Specific deadlines will be provided, but our team usually is working 2-3 months ahead. Would begin with a monthly workload of 15-20 high-quality still images and 2-3 videos, with the possibility of doubling that workload June 30 or later.
Commit to the highest standards of design, including accessibility of text and images.
Using notes as guidance, create content within design parameters, upload all work to Prenger Solutions Group’s shared drive, and commit to making 1-2 rounds of edits in an efficient timely manner.
During certain periods, be available for an increased output of social media content (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter seasons).
Must have the time and energy to work on an ongoing basis, with a particular emphasis on efficiency, personal responsibility, and regular communication with Prenger Solutions Group staff.
To Apply
Respond to this posting by contacting [SEE ORIGINAL LISTING] by March 15. Please include the following:
Professional resume
Link to professional artistic portfolio, which must include examples of social media graphics and short videos. Examples of animation a plus.
Short proposal of your professional pay rate. A full proposal is not necessary, but a quote for 15 still images and 2 videos is helpful.
A proposal of what you would charge for creating 7 still images and 1 video as a paid trial/tryout
Any initial questions you have about the position |
