Open position:
Communications Director
Part-time, up to 28 hours/week
Salary Range: $26,000 - $30,000 depending on experience
Description:
First Methodist’s Communications Director must be a strong collaborator and leader, who envisions a cutting-edge communications virtual presence and guides the Communications Team to realize that vision. The Communications Director must be able to work independently but also collaborate effectively with others to produce high-quality communications content on a weekly basis. The Communications Director must be detail-oriented, while also visualizing the big picture and planning ahead for future projects. Although the schedule is flexible and some remote work is possible, the Communications Director works some evening and weekend hours and must attend weekly Sunday morning worship, Tuesday morning and Wednesday afternoon staff meetings in person.
Responsibilities:
Tell the story. Share the impact of the congregation on our community via social media, the website, and occasional print communication
Envision and guide communications projects including but not limited to: marketing campaigns, worship services, special events, brochures, and special seasonal projects (e.g. Stewardship, Advent, Lent).
Create high-quality media content. Share information and ideas. Meet deadlines.
Design sermon and event slides for worship.
Market the church to the community. Promote and support upcoming events. Take video and photographs of events and special services.
Film and edit video to promote the church’s ministries.
Oversee technology use and updates in Great Hall and classrooms.
Coordinate communications with the worship technical director, the pastoral assistant and communications specialist, the lay leaders, and other staff members.
Other Duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Proficiency with Google Suite
Working knowledge of web interfaces (Squarespace)
Working knowledge with Adobe Suite and Canva
Familiarity with social media platforms
Working knowledge of YouTube
Requirements:
Show superior attention to detail
Practice creativity and innovation while planning multiple projects
Work and plan ahead with staff members; evaluate results and adjust accordingly
Strong writing, videography, and photography skills
Meet all deadlines
Stay focused in a fast-paced environment
In-person presence at the church at least 3 days a week