Graphics & Video Contractor

Hillside Community Church•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The Graphics & Video Producer supports the visual brand of Hillside Community Church (HCC) by producing graphic design and video/photo content in accordance with project requirements, brand standards, and creative direction provided by the Art Director. This position is anchored primarily in graphic design, with video production as a supporting skill set, moving fluidly between still and motion media as needed. This contractor serves as the primary hands-on producer fulfilling graphics and video requests that come in from across all church and ministry departments — whether that's designing print collateral for a churchwide campaign, capturing and editing video content for weekend gatherings, or executing a volunteer-produced project — all guided by the creative direction, brand standards, and priorities set by the Art Director. This role is production-focused: the Art Director sets the vision, brand direction, and project priorities, and the Graphics & Video Producer turns that direction into finished graphic and video deliverables efficiently and at volume. As a contractor, this individual works closely with the Art Director and other ministry leads to accomplish shared goals, and is expected to exemplify Hillside's core staff values, committed to the vision of seeing God's hope transform our cities one story at a time, and the mission of experiencing God's love, growing in community, and serving with compassion.

Requirements

A portfolio of work demonstrating strength in graphic design, with supporting video/motion samples
Ability to lead a creative process from concept to final production
Ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment and see projects through to completion
Self-starter who needs little supervision
Willingness to listen to feedback and use it to improve
In tune with the latest design and video trends, keeping HCC on the cutting edge
Theologically, doctrinally, and missionally aligned with Hillside on important matters
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Adobe design tools, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Working knowledge of video production and editing tools (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom), with willingness to grow toward advanced proficiency over time
Working knowledge of camera and production equipment and terminology (e.g., aperture, shutter speed, ISO, tripod, gimbal, codecs, resolution, shotgun mics, lavaliers, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Film/Video Production, or a related field desired
Prior experience in a graphic design and/or video production setting
Web and app design skills desired

Responsibilities

Fulfill graphic design and video production requests submitted by all church and ministry departments, under the oversight and direction of the Art Director
Implement the Hillside brand and the Art Director's creative direction within specific ministries across print, digital, and video media
Capture high-quality photo and video content for gatherings, online, social media, and off-campus or creative projects
Plan and set up video shoots, including lighting and audio equipment
Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos, and design graphics and print collateral to spec
Conduct interviews and capture b-roll footage as needed
Handle live streaming for events in collaboration with the Production Team
Provide creative visual production support for weekend gatherings and Hillside events
Coordinate and prepare printed collateral needs for ordering, as directed by the Art Director
Manage video archives and graphic assets, keeping footage and files organized
Ensure all graphic and video content aligns with HCC's brand guidelines and the Art Director's vision
Prioritize and manage a queue of incoming graphics/video requests from multiple departments, communicating timelines and status to requesting ministries
Assist with coordinating volunteer team members on filming, editing, or design projects as directed
Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices in both design and video production
Think creatively and execute designs, concepts, and video content within the direction and brand standards set by the Art Director
Maintain consistency of the HCC visual brand across graphic and video media
Use video and graphic storytelling to translate stories of transformation, driving engagement with Hillside through weekend and online attendance
Film and produce creative, compelling content for online classes, workshops, and experiences
Coordinate with the Art Director, Production Team, and requesting ministry departments on project scope, priorities, and deadlines
Provide printing support to ministries, either through print vendors or in-house printing, as directed by the Art Director
Incorporate feedback and revisions from the Art Director on graphic and video content produced for Hillside