Graphic Designer, Assistant — United States

About The Company

Ascension is a faith-based organization dedicated to serving the Catholic Church through innovative and meaningful media products. Our Parish Team, within the Parish, Schools, and Small Groups unit, collaborates closely to create impactful print and digital materials that support the Church's mission. We are committed to fostering a work environment that values humility, passion, and integrity, providing opportunities for professional growth while making a positive difference in communities worldwide.

About The Role

The Ascension Assistant Graphic Designer is a remote, support-level position that plays a vital role in the design and production of print and digital products. Reporting to senior designers and working in close collaboration with project managers, this role is responsible for executing layouts, preparing files, and ensuring projects remain on schedule. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, deadline-driven designer who thrives in a collaborative environment, takes direction well, and seeks to enhance their design skills through meaningful work that serves the Catholic Church.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts, marketing, or a related field

• Strong portfolio demonstrating effective use of typography, white space, and color

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, including industry best practices

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

• Solid understanding of print production standards and preparing print-ready files

• Experience in a creative agency or in-house design team

• Ability to work within an established style guide to create consistent, on-brand visuals for print and marketing

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration

• Deadline-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

• Reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated home workspace

• Comfortable using video calls, messaging, and shared online tools such as Google Drive

• Willingness to travel occasionally to Ascension’s headquarters

• Exemplifies Ascension’s core values of humility, passion, and integrity

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior designers to execute the look and feel of new products and contribute ideas during brainstorming and creative meetings

• Work under mentorship to produce a variety of marketing and product materials

• Coordinate with project and product managers to understand project scope, creative direction, and deliverables

• Create designs and layouts for print and digital pieces including books, reflowable ebooks, packaging, and marketing materials while adhering to brand standards

• Incorporate feedback from senior designers and stakeholders to revise and refine designs

• Manage print jobs throughout their lifecycle by tracking schedules, obtaining approvals, and preparing prepress files for printers and vendors

• Fulfill routine graphic requests for marketing, events, reprints, and special projects

• Maintain organized design files and assets for efficient workflow

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and organizational goals

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Retirement Plan options such as 401(k) and IRA

• Life Insurance including Basic, Voluntary, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

• Paid Time Off encompassing Vacation, Sick Leave, and Public Holidays

• Family Leave benefits including Maternity and Paternity leave

• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage

• Opportunities for Training and Development to enhance professional skills

• Remote Work flexibility with support for a dedicated home workspace

• Access to Wellness Resources promoting employee health and well-being

Equal Opportunity

Ascension is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.