Communications Director
Journey Christian Church, Apopka, FL, United States
Job Title: Communications Director
We are passionate about using our talents for God's purposes and that is why we've dedicated our careers to a ministry, not just a job title. We have the privilege of leading people to become fully devoted followers of Christ.
Job Description: The Communications Team exists to tell God's story in and through Journey Christian Church by putting Jesus on display. The Communications Director needs to be an extremely confident, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual who can lead staff and volunteer teams. This person needs to be a gifted problem-solver who considers obstacles as challenges to be conquered.
Job Classification: Full-Time Salary (Exempt)
Reports to: Executive Pastor
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
Promotions
Proactively develop strategies to clarify and communicate the weekly messaging of the church in partnership with leadership and ministry leaders
Create consistency in messaging across all media platforms
Develop systems to organize, prioritize and communicate promotional items related to Journey
Oversee all print and digital materials related to promotions, ensuring they are executed with excellence
Digital Communication & Social Media
Lead all efforts related to the creation, strategy, and execution of Journey's digital communication channels
Creatively build followings on various social media outlets including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Oversee social media messaging and communication strategies
Lead messaging and strategy for social media advertising campaigns
Design and Brand Management
Lead efforts to design all art and promotional materials related to church-wide activities with a high standard of creativity, excellence, and effectiveness
Network with contract and volunteer artists to develop graphic designs
Monitor the look, vibe and feel of all promotional materials representing Journey
Police the use of logos and images that represent Journey
Team Development
Enlist, equip and encourage qualified volunteer teams and residents to accomplish communications goals
Promote and maintain a team culture that is consistent with Journey's culture and values
Spiritual Criteria:
Profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
Commitment to continued personal spiritual growth and formation
Model the standards and expectations of leaders within Journey Christian Church
Must attend Journey Christian Church
Qualifications & Required Skills:
A heart for the local church, a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion to use communications to reach others
Degree in communications, media, or related field, or at least minimum 2 years experience in communications
Proficient in Creative Suite programs, such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-starter with a proven ability to take projects from beginning to end
Organized and able to manage multiple projects
Action-oriented and displays focus, passion and initiative. Takes appropriate action when something needs to be done
Relates well to all kinds of people, builds effective relationships, communicates effectively both interpersonally and corporately
Organized, creative thinker and highly productive, working in a fast-paced environment
Committed to improvement, seeks constructive criticism, understands strengths and weaknesses
The above is intended to describe the general content and requirement for this job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.