First on my list of amazing people is a friend of mine from college. She has skills that pay the bills, or in this case she has supporters who believe in her. I sent her some questions, these are her answers.
Describe what you do:-I am a photographer and graphic designer at Pioneer Bible Translators (PBT). I take photos for missionaries' professional development needs and also for PBT's needs for print materials and web needs. This can be through documentation of PBT publicity events or even trips to fields overseas. Graphic designing is also part of my role at PBT. I help design print materials for our different departments, whether that is recruitment, church mobilization, or training.
Why did you decide to do this particular position?
-I decided to work with Pioneer Bible Translators, because it was such a great fit with my experience and passions. I have an bachelors from Milligan College in Fine Arts Photography and a minor in Christian Missions. I have always loved to travel and God provided this opportunity after I graduated from Milligan. I am also pursuing a Masters of Divinity from Emmanuel School of Religion, so that I can gain more ministry training for future involvement in missions.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
-I enjoy traveling to our overseas fields the most, because I greatly enjoy meeting new people and hearing their stories. When this is done in a different culture I have found that the diversity of God's creative hand can be experienced even more. I also enjoy getting to help tell the story of those I meet through photography.
What are some struggles of doing what you do?-Office work is not completely suitable to my personality, so I sometimes struggle with working inside.
What are your future plans?-My future plans are still in the working stage. I do know that I will be going back to Emmanuel in the fall of 2011 and then graduate in May of 2012. However after I graduate I am not sure. I have been praying about potential overseas opportunities within Pioneer Bible Translators and am excited to see how God directs me through prayer. However if I do not end up working with PBT in the future I would still like to work overseas for a season.
check out Pioneer Bible Translators to find out more about the mission that Emily spends her time and skills with.
A big thanks to Emily for taking the time to share and for being an inspiration!
