Web Designer Needed for Christian Author & Pastor Website (Faith-Based Branding Specialist)
Worldwide
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced web designer who specializes in Christian author websites to build a polished, user-friendly, and ministry-aligned website for a pastor with published books and growing ministry influence. The ideal candidate understands faith-based branding, clean design, and how to create a website that supports both author exposure and ministry engagement.
Project Overview:
The website will serve as a central hub for:
Showcasing published books, including but not limited to artwork for sale, workbooks, journals
Accepting payments (including Afterpay)
Sharing the pastor’s bio, ministry mission, and media
Collecting email subscribers
Hosting event information and sermons/teachings
Offering a professional, trustworthy platform for readers and church members
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Building a complete Christian author/pastor website ( Wix — please state your platform expertise)
Designing a modern, clean, and faith-based layout with brand consistency
Create easy-to-navigate pages
Uploading and formatting book inventory, including:
Book descriptions
Author bios
Cover images
Pricing
Purchase links
ISBNs, details, and formats
Setting up secure payment integrations, including:
Afterpay
Standard credit/debit options
PayPal/Stripe
Building a functional online store for book purchase
Adding social media links, contact forms, and booking options (if needed)
Ensuring the site is fully mobile-optimized
SEO setup for Christian authors and ministry visibility
Providing basic training or a walkthrough so the team can update content after launch
Ideal Candidate Skills:
Experience designing websites for Christian authors, pastors, or ministries
Strong portfolio of faith-based websites
Proficiency in Wix
Strong eye for clean, inspirational design
E-commerce and Afterpay integration
Ability to work with book inventory and product listings
SEO for authors and ministries
Email marketing integrations
UI/UX best practices
Clear communication and timely delivery
Additional Preferences:
Experience working with pastors, churches, or Christian brands
Ability to suggest creative features to grow the pastor’s online presence
Knowledge of online ministry tools (sermon layouts, prayer request forms, etc.)
To Apply:
Please submit:
A short introduction about your experience
Your portfolio — especially any Christian author or ministry websites
Your estimated timeline and flat-rate or hourly rate
Any questions you have about the project
We are looking to begin immediately and want to partner with someone who understands excellence, clarity, and faith-based professionalism. Thank you - Chardonee'
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- < 1 monthDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
- Remote Job
- One-time projectProject Type
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