Job Description

Are you a creative, digital-savvy, and inspired individual who desires to pour your skills and faith into a position that ignites hope around the world by revealing the transforming message of Jesus to anyone, anywhere, anytime?

If this is you, Crossroads invites you to join our dynamic team in the position of

Copywriter/Graphic Designer

We are seeking a creative self-starter with a passion for copywriting, design, and digital media who will be responsible for ensuring that the promotional materials written for Anyone Pray, Crossroads' omni-channel SaaS software for 24/7 prayer centers, are clear, relevant, and jargon-free, and most importantly, match Crossroads' brand voice and tone.

The Copywriter/Graphic Designer will support the optimization and implementation of our Anyone Pray marketing strategy, including digital engagement strategy with a focus on website copy, subscriber case studies, social media channels and related creatives, in support of our program promotions and fundraising efforts. It secondarily exists to support the Marketing team.

Qualifications and Experience

College diploma or university degree in digital communications, advertising, fundraising, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 5 or more years' professional experience in digital marketing, brand activation, or fundraising Proven experience working with digital media (I.e., Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) to amplify content, manage reputation, develop relationships, and drive website traffic Experience developing and working with brand style guides Strong understanding of social media and email marketing Proficient in working on a team with remote or hybrid workflows Advanced knowledge in using Adobe Creative Suite, including experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, xD Skilled in building email campaigns using Constant Contact or similar Strong creative communication skills and organization Proficiency in working with standard Office software in a Mac OS environment (I.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) Strong organizational & detail management skills Understanding of project management

Areas of Responsibility:

Help advance Anyone Pray's online presence, creating inspiring content to increase our audience and deepen visitor engagement. Support and contribute to the day-to-day execution of Anyone Pray marketing initiatives Develop and produce impactful content on multiple platforms, including social, web, print, broadcast, and events, to convert awareness to action and inspire prospects to sign up for Anyone Pray. Contribute to and implement the Anyone Pray awareness strategy to support revenue and communications objectives via the Anyone Pray website, email campaigns, and social media channels. Assist in the tactical planning of integrated marketing campaigns for Anyone Pray's program goals. Develop striking creative assets that amplify our brand, ensuring a distinctive look and feel. Provide design and copywriting skills and expertise to bring an added dimension to our case for support, elevating communications materials such as the case for support, long-form testimonials, website copy, presentations, and other program collateral. Design, brand, and refresh projects, campaigns, and initiatives. Help guide centralized Anyone Pray brand management functions, design, and best practices. Support Back-End developers (with intended/expected UX/UI behaviors) when required. Leverage digital properties and activate new strategies in consultation with the Chief Strategy Officer and Director of Marketing and Marketing, to increase awareness and engagement of selected programs. Provide copywriting support for general marketing projects when priorities allow

Work Environment

Open office, friendly and collaborative environment Remote and in-office working arrangements Co-workers who are purpose and mission-minded

How To Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter, which includes an explanation of why you feel you would be a good fit for the role and the organization's purpose, and a link to your portfolio of creative work that demonstrates a keen ability to tell compelling stories through design and copy We thank all applicants in advance, but only those selected for an interview opportunity will be contacted due to the volume of applications. Applications internally and externally will be considered. Crossroads is an Employment Equity Employer.

About Crossroads www.crossroads.ca

Crossroads Purpose: Revealing the transforming story of Jesus through inspiring and innovative media to anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Crossroads is a highly respected organization and is Canada's leader in providing Christian faith and values media content for people of all ages and provides 24/7 Prayer Line support. Our volunteers have prayed with 13 million callers and your work will directly contribute to growing this ministry with external partners through your inspiring promotional materials.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $48,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee assistance program On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burlington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you comfortable working in a faith-based organization?
Experience:

Digital Marketing: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON