Creative Director

Creative Director (Cleveland, OH)
Full-Time
The Word Church HQ, Cleveland, Ohio

Creative Director (Cleveland, OH)

Full-Time
The Word Church HQ, Cleveland, Ohio

At The Word Church, creativity is at the heart of how we communicate our message, engage our community, and build transformational worship experiences. We are looking for a Creative Director who is passionate about leading a dynamic team to craft compelling storytelling, develop innovative digital content, and elevate the overall brand presence of The Word Church. If you thrive on creative excellence, leadership, and using your gifts to amplify God’s message, we’d love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and execute the creative vision for The Word Church, ensuring all content aligns with our mission and strategic goals.
• Oversee all aspects of branding, graphic design, video production, social media, stage design, and digital marketing.
• Develop engaging and innovative content for sermon series, events, and outreach campaigns.
• Lead and mentor a team of designers, videographers, writers, and digital strategists to produce high-quality creative assets.
• Collaborate with ministry leaders to align creative efforts with church initiatives and engagement strategies.
• Direct the execution of video storytelling, including sermon openers, testimonials, and promotional pieces.
• Enhance the digital and in-person worship experience through immersive design, motion graphics, and live production elements.
• Oversee content strategy and execution across The Word Church’s website, social media platforms, and digital presence.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations are met.
• Stay ahead of creative trends, technology, and media innovations to keep The Word Church at the forefront of church communications.

MUST-HAVES

• Active involvement in a church and alignment with The Word Church’s mission.
• Passion for creative storytelling, branding, and digital media in a ministry context.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience in leading creative professionals.
• Deep understanding of content creation, digital engagement, and brand strategy.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate vision into compelling creative direction.
• High-level organizational skills with attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing ministry environment.

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Experience in church creative leadership, agency work, or nonprofit media production.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, video production tools, and digital marketing strategies.
• Background in live production, stage design, or motion graphics.
• Understanding of church culture and audience engagement best practices.

DAY-TO-DAY

• Our team operates on a Sunday-Thursday schedule, with Sundays dedicated to creating immersive worship experiences.
• Expect fast-paced weeks filled with brainstorming, content production, and creative execution.
• We are always innovating—pivoting when needed to create the best possible engagement with our audience.
• Collaboration is at the heart of what we do—expect to work closely with other ministry teams.
• Spiritual growth is a priority, and we encourage engaging in prayer, Bible study, and personal development.
• We work hard and have fun doing it! Our team values both excellence and joy in everything we create.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision plan.
• 100 % employer paid short-term & long-term disability along with life insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time off for life events, vacations, and rest.
• Subsidized professional development opportunities.

If you’re ready to lead a team of creatives and elevate the impact of The Word Church through exceptional storytelling and design, apply today and be part of something transformative!