Dwight Rogers

Graphic Designer

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About me

I am a reliable, ambitious, team player who is passionate about using multimedia platforms to convey concepts visually and accurately within Deaf and Hearing communities. My background includes extensive experience in project management, design, and production. I bring expertise in sign language translation and resource development, with a focus on innovative strategies to reach various people groups. My work in evangelism has strengthened my understanding of cultural differences, and I am committed to fostering belonging and building meaningful connections that align with mission-driven goals.

Key Achievements

Effective Project Management

Successfully manage 20+ multimedia projects annually.

Resource Optimization

Increase production efficiency through innovation resource strategies at Deaf Pathway Global.

Impactful Design Initiatives

Implement graphic designs, icons, and resources for global translation, and church plants.

Experience

05/2016 - Present
Brentwood, TN

Deaf Pathway Global

Director of Strategic Productions

• Design, produce, and brand formats for Bible App, Translation App, and Website

• Produce and manage development of graphics for all aspects of DPG’s operation including: DPG translation processes, develop Deaf Theological Center materials and promotional materials

• Develop annual report and marketing materials

• Conduct ASL Bible Translation and storytelling

• Collaborate with Director of Strategy Relations and initiate design and development of social media postings

• Manage Database (AirTable Platform) - record storage files, and support centralized database development

• Lead Operations and technical problem-solving challenges with colleagues

01/2023 - Present
Columbia, SC

Columbia Deaf Church

Local Church Planter - Honorary

• Storyteller / Bible instruction weekly, mentor church members

• Oversee sacraments (Baptism, Communion)

• Lead Church in monthly outreach activities

• Oversee church tithes and funds

• Track and report church mission impact

11/2009 - 05/2016
East Asia, South Asia

International Mission Board - Deaf Affinity

International Church Planter

• Church Planter: Evangelism for Deaf People

• Strategy Leader / Logistics Coordinator for Delhi / Mumbai Teams

• Coach: Foundational Sign Language Training

• On-Site support for Bible and Media Training in various countries

02/1997 - 01/2010
Laurens, SC

Walmart Distribution Center

Trainer / Support Team

• Trainer for new employees working on unloading, encoding and reporting

• Unload cases and verify order quota

• Improve data processing speed by streamlining computer data entry and managing sorter efficiency

• Record inventory

05/2004 - 12/2010
Simpsonville, SC

Temple Baptist Church

Creative Marketing

• Marketing: design logos, billboards, bulletins, newsletter, banners, and various media to promote outreach / church growth

• Coordinate lights and multimedia for weekly church services

• Stagecraft: behind-the-scenes work creating stage environment, lighting, sound and scenery for programs, events, and live productions

• Increase worship engagement by designing weekly media for congregation services

05/1995 - 01/1997
Knoxville, TN

Tennessee School for the Deaf

Youth Service Worker I

• Responsible for planning IEP curriculum and goals

• Leadership responsibility in field trips and learning activities

• Communicate positive and negative concerns to parents of student

• Foster students - independence by tutoring / teaching essential living skill

Welcome to My Portfolio

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Education

Seminary Certification

Deaf Theological Center

  • Deaf Theological Center Accredited by Union University
  • Seminary - 15 credits

Associate of Arts Degree - Graphic Design

Greenville Tech College

  • Dean's List (1999 - 2002)
  • Walmart Scholarship

Associate of Science Degree - Electronic Engineering

Northeast State Community College

  • Dean's List (1996 - 1998)
  • Student Representative - Recruit Deaf/high school students

Software Proficiencies

Adobe Creative Suite • Front-End • Canva • Apple's iWork suite • Office 365 • AirTable • Clickup

Extended Training

Currently Enrolled: Full Stack Engineering (codecademy.com)

Certification

  • • Deaf Theological Center
  • • StoryOne Camp - Level 4 of 5