Digital Content Specialist, Advent UMC, Simpsonville, SC

The primary responsibility of the Digital Content Specialist is to advance Advent’s mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ by increasing and expanding its online presence and audience through the strategic development, creation, and implementation of consistent, quality digital content.General Profile of the RoleAs a member of the communications team, the Digital Content Specialist is a full-time role reporting to the Director of Communications and Engagement. This team member will be responsible for creating digital content to implement across a wide spectrum of communication channels including, but not limited to, social media, website, podcast, and email marketing in order to promote the ministries of Advent while supporting Advent’s digital content strategy. This role will work to share the stories of Advent by creating and managing engaging content like videos, photos, written stories, and graphics for the church’s various communication platforms to help expand Advent’s digital reach. This staff member will also help evaluate the effectiveness of the church’s digital content by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data and digital metrics that help drive the overall communication content and strategy of the church. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas and also enjoy working in a team environment where collaboration and team brainstorming is vital. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Director of Communications and Engagement.Position Structure and CompensationFull time and commensurate with experience and abilitiesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related fieldExhibits the ability to create engaging digital content as well as identify and generate creative story ideasProficiency in videography and video editing, Final Cut Pro experience is a plusProficiency in Adobe Creative SuiteAbility to create graphics for digital contentExperience in creating website and email marketing content, WordPress experience is a plusProficiency in managing social media channels and an understanding of digital media analytics (Google Analytics, i.e.) in order to grow the social media presence of AdventPossesses strong organizational and time management skillsExcellent writing, editing, presentation and communication skillsFully supports the mission of Advent United Methodist Church and models our key values as a Christ-led leaderPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience in a similar contextWorking knowledge and application of current trends and best practices in the field of communicationsAbout Our ChurchEstablished in 1987, Advent United Methodist Church is the 10th largest UM congregation in South Carolina. Advent is a dynamic and growing congregation, situated in the Five Forks community in Greenville, SC, which has been recognized as one of the top areas within the United States for growth and quality of life. To learn more, please visit our website at advent-umc.org.

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