<div><strong>Purpose and Scope:</strong></div><div>The successful User Experience (UX) web manager works proactively in a fast-paced environment, with a creative team, to develop and deploy valuable web and email design. As a leader in web presence and email communications, the purpose of this role is to facilitate online engagement between The Gideons and targeted audiences through websites, emails, and social media channels. The UX web manager also ensures members and ministry partners are experiencing a consistent brand of The Gideons International across all digital channels. The ideal candidate will be passionate about design aesthetics and data-driven solutions, capable of merging these disciplines to deliver exceptional user experiences.</div><div><br><strong>Essential Job Functions:</strong></div><div><strong>Responsive UX Web Design:</strong> Builds responsive web design using HTML and CSS. Develops intuitive user interfaces and experiences that communicate and perform. Refreshes layout of public website through updated designs, new features, routine maintenance and improvements, and content that meets needs of target audiences. Makes minor adjustments to public and ancillary sites, as needed. Manages SEO of public and ancillary sites.<br><strong>Conceptualization:</strong> Conceptualizes web design solutions that provide a friendly user experience with a primary focus on mobile first, then desktop. Creates wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps to communicate interaction and design ideas.<br><strong>Branding and Application Development: </strong>Develops and maintains web and phone applications to ensure they meet user needs and organization brand standards.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br><strong>Email Testing and Deployment:</strong> Coordinates all layout, testing, audience segmentation, and deployment of enterprise-level emails with accuracy.<br><strong>AI Integration: </strong>Researches, identifies, and proposes AI solutions to enhance user engagement, conversion rates, and overall user satisfaction.<br><strong>Quality Assurance:</strong> Ensures all design elements, templates, and finished solutions work within a variety of browser types and screen settings according to the parameters established by management. Maintains consistent brand assets across all digital channels (email, web, and social media).<br><strong>Industry Best Practices:</strong> Establishes best practices one-sheet for email deployment, social media campaigns, and digital marketing on public website.<br><strong>Data and Analytics:</strong> Provides email and website performance data as needed and includes recommendations based on data insights. Studies social media data reports and provides insights and learnings.<br><strong>Asset Management:</strong> Manages current digital assets across various websites, intranets, content management systems, and libraries.<br><strong>Other</strong>: Participate in daily morning staff devotions; on a rotating basis serve by praying and reading Scripture in support of devotion leader.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Training &amp; Development</strong></div><div><strong>Non-Physical</strong></div><ul><li>Thorough understanding of the creative process</li><li>Proficiency in adhering to a production schedule</li><li>Advanced knowledge of web standards and best practices, including new and emerging standards such as HTML5, CSS3, and AI business practices</li><li>Knowledgeable and experienced with SEO optimization and Google Analytics</li><li>Experience with Delivra or comparable email platforms—Mail Chimp, HubSpot, Campaign Monitor, or similar</li><li>Knowledge of and experience with SurveyMonkey</li><li>Collaboration and negotiation skills</li><li>Experience with InDesign and Adobe XD, Bootstrap, or comparable web design software</li><li>Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and other trafficking software</li><li>Experience with a Content Management System</li><li>Experience with the MAC platform</li></ul><div><br><strong>Physical</strong></div><ul><li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>4-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience</li><li>5 years’ experience in Web Design</li><li>Proven experience in email marketing, drip campaigns, and A/B testing, surveys</li><li>Proficient with Mac platform and Adobe Creative Cloud suite</li><li>Proven experience with Microsoft Office suite</li><li>Successful completion of a drug and background screen</li></ul><div><br><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>Working knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of Gideon policies, procedures, and organizational structure</li><li>Basic knowledge of application development</li><li>Ability to travel as necessary</li><li>This Job Description is for general purposes and guidelines only and should not be considered all-inclusive. Neither does the receipt of this job description constitute an employment contract. Furthermore, it should be known that this list of job requirements is subject to change without written notice.</li></ul>

UX Web Manager

<div><strong>Duties</strong></div><ol><li><strong>Graphic Design</strong><ol><li>Assist in graphic design projects for Joni and Friends materials including print material, email, social media graphics, and other assigned projects</li><li>Work within the Joni and Friends branding guidelines to ensure brand consistency</li><li>Work with Creative Team members and copy editors to create material layouts and final designs</li><li>Conceptualize visuals based on requests, present ideas, and prepare rough drafts and mockups</li><li>Review the Joni and Friends photo library and stock images to acquire relevant and engaging photos for all mediums and perform light edits as needed</li><li>Basic photo editing, as needed</li><li>Test graphics across various media, such as the website and social media</li><li>Revise designs after feedback and ensure quality of the final product</li><li>Handle standardized requests such as social media thumbnails and business cards<br><br></li></ol></li><li><strong>Creative Concepts</strong><ol><li>Assist the Marketing team in the development of design and creative marketing concepts including campaign brainstorms and branded projects</li><li>Help develop and refine an overall aesthetic and unified look across Joni and Friends graphic media</li><li>As needed, assist Lead Photographer on styling photo shoots<br><br></li></ol></li><li><strong>Graphic Request Administration</strong><ol><li>Process incoming graphics requests or forward them to the correct team member; utilize our project management system Asana</li><li>Review design requests and determine requirements</li><li>As assigned, oversee project lifecycle including coordination with external vendors (such as printers), project specifications, cost quotes, proofs, and final delivery</li><li>Help maintain and organize the archive of graphic assets in our digital asset management system, Orange Logic (training in Orange Logic will be provided.)<br><br></li></ol></li><li><strong>Industry Trends</strong><ol><li>Stay up to date with current industry-leading software, technologies, design tools and applications</li><li>Stay informed on graphic design trends, related to print, web, and social media</li></ol></li><li><strong>Other duties and projects as assigned by the Supervisor to support department and organizational needs</strong></li></ol><div><strong><br>Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>Must possess a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with the Joni and Friends statement of faith</li><li>Desire to serve in a growing and dynamic Christian service ministry</li><li>Minimum of three years of graphic design experience</li><li>Be able to provide a strong design portfolio or work samples</li><li>A keen eye for aesthetics and details</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work methodically, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects</li><li>Must have knowledge of design principles and current digital technologies, along with an understanding of different digital channels, functionality, digital marketing best practices, and user experience requirements</li><li>Must possess excellent computer skills and strong capabilities in Microsoft Office 365 applications and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, and Illustrator) with the aptitude to learn additional software programs</li><li>Must enjoy working with others in a team environment and be flexible to meet the requirements of the department</li><li>Proficiency in content management systems (preferred)</li><li>Degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related field is a plus</li><li>Understanding of Christian ministry and specifically Joni and Friends is desirable</li></ul><div><br>Compensation is dependent upon the geographic area as this can be a remote position, but will fall into the $52,000 - $60,000 range.&nbsp;<br><br></div><div>Prior to applying for any position with Joni and Friends, all applicants must review our <a href="https://www.joniandfriends.org/about/what-we-believe/">Statement of Faith</a> and Mission Statement (below) and be in agreement with both.<br><br></div><div><strong>Ministry Life:</strong></div><div>Joni and Friends desire is to glorify God in the way we conduct ourselves, and in the work we do. Employment at Joni and Friends is not just a job but a calling from God to serve and share the gospel with people living with disabilities. We desire to see the local church become a place of belonging for every family living with disabilities. We want every employee to excel in their walk with Christ and at their job. We purposely create a ministry-wide prayer life environment and offer leadership, and general training to help employees “Lead like Jesus” and perform their work with excellence.<br><br></div><div>Below outlines the biblical commission, vision, mission, values, and pillars of Joni and Friends:<br><br></div><div><strong>VISION</strong>: “A world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ.”<br><br></div><div><strong>MISSION</strong>: “To glorify God as we communicate the Gospel and mobilize the global church to evangelize, disciple and serve people living with disability.”<br><br></div><div><strong>BIBLICAL COMMISSION</strong>: “Go out quickly in the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.” Luke 14:21-23 (NIV)<br><br></div><div><strong>VALUES:</strong></div><ul><li>Honor God in everything we do</li><li>Build relationships based on trust and respect</li><li>Maintain integrity and excellence in programs and services</li><li>Practice responsible stewardship</li></ul><div><br><strong>FOUR PILLARS OF MINISTRY:</strong></div><ul><li>Lead Like Jesus*</li><li>Integration</li><li>Excellence in Your Area of Expertise</li><li>Best Christian Workplace</li></ul><div><br><em>* Lead Like Jesus is a course of study provided to all employees and is based on the book written by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges of the same name. The Lead Like Jesus course is the model which governs our ministry culture and contributes significantly to Joni and Friends maintaining its certification as a “Best Christian Workplace” according to surveys by the Best Christian Workplace Institute (BCWI).</em></div>

Graphic Designer

<div>Aplos is the largest nonprofit &amp; church management software on the market. We’ve served over 40,000<br>organizations since our inception in 2009. Our all-inclusive platform provides a dynamic CRM, fundraising &amp; giving tools, online donations &amp; payment processing, built-in fund accounting system, integrated payroll, email marketing, website builder, and much more.<br><br>Aplos made the Inc. 600 list in 2018, making it one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. Our<br>innovative team continues to push the envelope with new software features, industry vertical exploration,<br>and marketing strategies every quarter.<br><br>With a leadership team made up of start-up pioneers, Silicon Valley veterans, and serial entrepreneurs;<br>Aplos is charging full steam ahead as a leading brand in the nonprofit SaaS market. <br><br>Enough about us for now. It’s time to talk about you!<br><br><strong>The Role: Marketing Manager<br></strong>We’re looking for a talented Marketing Manager to manage programs, creative, and content. We welcome<br>those who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and those who are innovative self-starters.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Plan and implement marketing strategies including brand initiatives, tactical execution of marketing campaigns, and communications.</li><li>Create content each month to drive leads, subscribers, awareness for our target audiences across multiple channels.</li><li>Oversee and report success metrics on all marketing campaigns including emails, newsletters, blog content, and partner content.</li><li>Manage, create, and produce various types of content such as ebooks, whitepapers, infographics, guides, how-tos, blogs, video shorts, webinars, etc.</li><li>Manage and drive social media strategy and content calendar</li><li>Implement and promote brand strategy and communicate the right messaging to attract prospective customers and retain existing ones.</li><li>Update senior leadership on the progress of marketing activities and reporting on the results of campaigns</li><li>Produce sales enablement tools for outbound and inbound sales</li><li>Analyze data to evaluate the success of their marketing efforts and come up with new ideas to improve brand marketing and exposure</li></ul><div><br><strong>Qualifications and Skills:<br></strong>We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether<br>you’ve done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of<br>candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team of practitioners driven by<br>creativity, curiosity, and a goal to change the world. If you feel like you meet most of the following, we<br>encourage you to apply.</div><ul><li>5+ years of relevant experience in marketing programs management for a SaaS company</li><li>Experience producing content for multi-channel platforms</li><li>Experience analyzing data and ability to measure and report on outbound materials and campaigns</li><li>Excellent grammar and spelling skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Critical thinker and problem solver</li><li>Team oriented and a collaborative work ethic</li><li>Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of best in class marketing strategies</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>Compensation and Benefits:</strong></div><ul><li>Compensation Range: $70-100k salary, commiserate on experience</li><li>Medical, dental and vision healthcare coverage</li><li>Generous PTO, Paid parental leave, and WFH reimbursements</li><li>Tech career progression and mentorship programs for career advancement</li><li>Employer-paid life insurance</li><li>Free Employee-Assistance Programs pertaining to legal advice, financial management, mental health resources, and more!</li></ul><div><br><strong>Location:<br></strong>Remote Position</div>

Senior Marketing Manager

<div><strong>About REACHRIGHT:</strong><br>At REACHRIGHT, our mission is to help churches grow by navigating the complex digital landscape. We are a dedicated team of local church pastors, communications experts, and creative marketing professionals passionate about supporting the growth of churches. With our collective experience and insights, we provide specialized digital marketing services to empower churches to connect with their communities and thrive.<br><br></div><div><strong>Job Summary:</strong><br>REACHRIGHT is seeking a talented and experienced Content Director to lead our content strategy, creation, and distribution efforts with a strong focus on SEO. In this fully remote role, you will manage our social media accounts, write and edit SEO-focused blog posts, and implement outreach strategies for link-building. You will be responsible for developing engaging and meaningful content to support the growth and visibility of our client churches.<br><br></div><div><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy to drive engagement, lead generation, and brand awareness for our clients, with a strong focus on SEO.</li><li>Manage and maintain social media accounts, ensuring consistent and engaging content that aligns with our clients' missions and visions.</li><li>Write, edit, and optimize SEO-focused blog posts that provide valuable insights, best practices, and success stories to help churches grow and thrive.</li><li>Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams to develop visually appealing and informative content for various digital platforms.</li><li>Conduct outreach to establish relationships with influencers and secure high-quality backlinks to improve organic search rankings.</li><li>Monitor and analyze content performance and make data-driven recommendations for optimization and future content development.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure that our content remains relevant and effective.</li><li>Ensure all content aligns with our clients' brand identity and messaging, while maintaining the highest standards for quality and consistency.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Qualifications:</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.</li><li>A minimum of 5 years of experience in content creation, social media management, and digital marketing, preferably within a church or non-profit organization.</li><li>Proven experience with SEO-focused content creation and optimization.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and consistency.</li><li>Proficiency in content management systems, social media platforms, SEO best practices, and Google Analytics.</li><li>Passionate about the mission of REACHRIGHT and supporting the growth of local churches.</li></ul><div><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong></div><div>If you're passionate about helping churches grow and thrive through exceptional content, we'd love to hear from you. Please click 'Apply Now' and then submit your resume, cover letter, and samples of your writing and social media posts.<br><br></div><div>In your cover letter, be sure to explain why you believe you would be a great fit for our team and the unique value you would bring to the role.</div>

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