Open Position

GRAPHIC DESIGNER 

POSITION: Full Time

ABOUT US

For over 40 years, The Parable Group has been a leader in faith-based marketing, helping Christian retailers, publishers, and ministries connect with their communities through data driven strategy and creative excellence. Through our two divisions—Parable Digital and Parable Retail—we deliver personalized, results-oriented marketing across digital, print, and in store channels.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’re seeking a full-time Graphic Designer to produce high-quality creative across multiple formats, with a strong emphasis on catalog design, promotional marketing, and digital content. This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys taking projects from concept through completion, collaborating with a creative team, and working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing long-term production schedules alongside weekly marketing deliverables.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Catalog Design & Production

  • Lead multi-phase catalog design, layout, and production for seasonal and promotional catalogs.

  • Develop visual themes, cover concepts, moodboards, color palettes, and typography systems.

  • Collaborate with internal teams on catalog creative direction and brand alignment.

  • Perform catalog-related photography and photo editing as needed.

Digital & Print Marketing Design

  • Design digital marketing assets including emails, online ads, and promotional memes.

  • Produce print collateral such as merchandising kits, postcards, bag stuffers, and in-store materials.

  • Support ongoing seasonal marketing promotions through batched design cycles.

Creative Collaboration & Project Coordination

  • Contribute ideas and visual direction through brainstorming, concept development, and creation of style guides and reference materials.

  • Provide design support across Parable Digital and Parable Retail, assisting with digital content creation (Adobe Express) and various internal or special projects.

  • Manage multiple design projects using Asana and Microsoft 365 tools, participate in team meetings, and maintain organized project files and documented processes.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • 2+ years of professional graphic design experience.

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating layout design, typography, and brand consistency.

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

  • Strong organizational and project management skills.

  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Design, or Graphic Communication.

  • Experience with catalog design, production workflows, or long‑form layout.

  • Experience preparing large-scale publications for commercial printing, including prepress workflows

  • Web design (UI/UX) experience and familiarity with platforms like Squarespace.

  • Knowledge of HTML/CSS or basic motion graphics (e.g., After Effects).

  • Product or lifestyle photography experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time position based out of our San Luis Obispo office. However, we also offer flexible work options, including hybrid and fully remote arrangements for the right candidate. While many of our team members work from our San Luis Obispo office, we are open to qualified designers who can collaborate effectively in a remote environment and maintain strong communication with our Creative and Marketing teams.

BENEFITS

We offer a supportive, mission-driven culture and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical and dental benefits

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

  • Paid vacation time off

  • A supportive and mission-driven work environment

  • Compensation depending on experience

Please send a resume and cover letter to sally.ross@parablegroup.com to apply for this position.

WHY JOIN US?

This role is ideal for a creative professional who wants to make an impact in a collaborative, faith-driven environment. At The Parable Group, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative marketing solutions while growing professionally with a supportive team.

Learn more about Parable Group, our mission, and our team at parablegroup.com.