Graphic Designer

Job Description

Graphic Designer
Dominican Friars, Province of St. Albert the Great
Chicago, Illinois
Full-Time | Exempt | Hybrid Eligible After Introductory Period

Position Overview

The Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Albert the Great are seeking a talented and mission-driven Graphic Designer to create compelling visual content for print, digital, web, and social media platforms.

This position is ideal for a creative professional who can combine strong design skills with storytelling, brand development, and an appreciation for Catholic and Dominican identity. The designer will help communicate the mission of the Dominican Friars through visually engaging materials that support communications, education, fundraising, and outreach.

This position is based in Chicago. Employees are expected to work on-site during an initial onboarding and training period. After successful completion of that period, a hybrid arrangement may be considered based on performance and departmental needs.

Primary Responsibilities

Design print and digital materials including:
* Magazine spreads
* Brochures
* Flyers
* Posters
* Signage
* Email graphics
* Social media content
* Website graphics
* Develop logos, infographics, and custom illustrations
* Create compelling visual storytelling that inspires engagement and reflects the mission of the Dominican Friars

Brand Management
* Help create and maintain visual brand standards and consistency across platforms
* Ensure all materials reflect the identity, heritage, and values of the Order of Preachers

Social Media & Digital Content
* Create graphics and visual assets for Province social media accounts (excluding Vocations accounts)
* Coordinate and schedule social media posts (excluding Vocations accounts)
* Design graphics for websites and email campaigns
* Assist with updates to Province website(s)

Collaboration & Production
* Collaborate with the Office of Mission Advancement leadership on creative projects
* Interpret creative briefs and translate concepts into effective visual communications
* Prepare final artwork for print production and digital distribution
* Maintain organized design files and archives

Other Duties
* Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, especially:
* InDesign
* Photoshop
* Illustrator
* Adobe Express / Creative Cloud

Strong understanding of:
* Typography
* Layout
* Color theory
* Visual hierarchy
* Print production
* Digital media standards
* Experience designing for both print and digital platforms
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively
* Strong attention to detail
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
* Basic familiarity with website platforms
* Familiarity with HTML/CSS is a plus but not required

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working in a Catholic organization or ministry setting
* Familiarity with Catholic visual culture, symbolism, and liturgical life
* Knowledge of the Dominican Order and its spirituality is a plus
* Ability to synthesize theological or mission-oriented themes into visual communications

Education & Experience

Required
* Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field
* Minimum of 2 years of professional graphic design experience
* Portfolio demonstrating both print and digital work

Preferred
* Graduate studies in Communications, Theology, Ministry, or related fields
* Experience working on mission-oriented or faith-based projects

Salary
*$50,000-$60,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Benefits
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* 403(b) retirement plan
* Paid vacation and sick time
* Hybrid work option after successful completion of initial onboarding period

Applicants must submit the following to be considered:
* Cover letter
* Resume
* Link to a digital portfolio showcasing print and digital work

About the Dominican Friars

The Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Albert the Great are part of the Order of Preachers, a Roman Catholic religious order founded by St. Dominic in 1216.

Headquartered in Chicago, the Province serves the Midwest and Puerto Rico through preaching, education, campus ministry, parish work, and peace and justice initiatives.

Applicants should demonstrate respect for the teachings and mission of the Roman Catholic Church.

About the Employer

The Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Albert the Great are part of the Order of Preachers, a religious order within the Roman Catholic Church. Our provincial office is located in Chicago, Illinois, and we work primarily in the Midwest (Central) region of the United States of America, as well as in Puerto Rico, though our work extends throughout the world. We preach in a wide variety of settings: in diocesan offices, in parishes, on college campuses, in schools, in hospitals, through the arts, in the missions, among the poor, on the road, on the internet, and in various other specialized fields.