Graphic Design Intern

Westwood Community Church•Excelsior, MN

About The Position

Classification: Intern, 20 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt, 1-year commitment Ministry Area: Creative Arts Location: Chanhassen Reports to: Cheri Whisler Westwood’s Way of Life: Be and love like Jesus Westwood’s Heartbeat: To know God and share Jesus through loving others here, near, and far Ministry Area Purpose: The Content & Communications Department exists to tell the story of what God is doing in and through Westwood Community Church to internal and external audiences using the arts of language, design, and digital media. Role: Intentionally invest in gaining experience and knowledge for professional, personal, and spiritual development.

Requirements

Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus
BA/BS degree (or in process) or equivalent certification in appropriate discipline
Working knowledge of the graphic design process
Experience working with print vendors and/or digital media preferred
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Comfortable presenting important design concepts to Westwood leadership
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Committed to teamwork among staff
Creative, flexible, and self-directed working style
Organized and detail-oriented
Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Ability to relate to other Westwood staff and church attenders at large
Endorse and support Westwood’s Statement of Faith
Remain a member in good standing of Westwood Community Church
Participate in required team events: Orientation (September 8th, 2026) and Intensives (October 26-28th, 2026 and April 5-7th, 2027)

Responsibilities

Provide Westwood ministries with visual support through the design and delivery of digital and print media
Provide creative support for Westwood worship services (Sunday services, holiday services) to ensure a creative and cohesive worship experience at all venues and sites
Work with teaching pastors, worship department, and video team to brainstorm and execute creative and interactive service elements
Collaborate with video team on bumpers and service videos
Select and create visuals for weekly services, including announcements, song backgrounds, sermon backgrounds, handouts, and giveaways, etc.
Collaborate on videos with the Video Team
Participate in creative brainstorming
Provide graphic elements and branding
Assist in video production when needed
Interact with other graphic design contractors and volunteers as needed
Work with volunteers and/or lay staff to utilize the gifts of the Westwood congregation (i.e. graphic design support, photography support)
Work in collaboration with other communications staff to support the social media, video, and photography teams
Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values: Head High, Heart Soft, Arms Linked, Feet Forward