What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Specialist position at Eastminster Presbyterian Church?
Overview
Eastminster Presbyterian Church is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative and motivated Christ Follower to fill the role of Communications Specialist. This new position has been created to support and collaborate with the Senior Communications Officer and her team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications, a passion for storytelling, and an understanding of what makes a church community thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborative Communications: Work with the Sr. Communications Officer and Programs Staff to handle daily and weekly communications deliverables, ensuring content accuracy and adherence to timelines.
- Content Creation: Identify and develop inspirational stories about church members, conduct interviews, and develop articles and testimonial videos for Eastminster Today Magazine and other church communications.
- Proofreading: Assist in proofing and ensuring the accuracy of electronic communications, including eNews, Daily Devotionals, and other church publications.
- Website Updates: Post bulletins and content updates on the church's website via WordPress.
- Video Announcements: Manage the process for Sunday AM video announcements, including scheduling, script queueing, video recording, and adding B-Roll footage.
- AV Support: Schedule sound technicians for Sunday services and assist with AV-related tasks, including video recording and script preparation.
- MailChimp Management: Assist in proofing and scheduling Daily Devotionals and Weekly ENews, as well as managing the church's MailChimp audience list.
- Graphic Design: Help design eye-catching graphics and visual content using CANVA for church communications.
- Social Media: Create a content calendar for church social media (Facebook & Instagram), write captions, select images, and schedule posts.
- Additional Support: Assist with photography for key church events as needed and help maintain the YODECK system for managing church announcements on flat screens.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field or commensurate experience.
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience in a communications or marketing role.
- Strong proficiency in CANVA, Google Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Hootsuite, Facebook, Instagram, and familiarity with WordPress and ability to become proficient in other software (YODECK, Shelby, eSPACE, etc.).
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Comfortable working with Ministry Chairs/Officers to support special projects.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Strong understanding of church life and a passion for supporting a healthy, growing church community.
Additional Information:
- Training will be provided for specific tools such as YODECK, Planning Center, and AV equipment.
- The role may evolve with advancements in technology and changes in church communications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Columbia, SC 29204 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Columbia, SC 29204: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $38,000