Are you a dynamic Digital Content & Social Media Coordinator looking to join a cutting edge team of marketing gurus? This role will provide opportunities for you to create social media content across multiple platforms as well as engage in all aspects of marketing, all while being coached and supported by a team who really cares about your success.
The Company
At First Presbyterian Church (FPC) we are compelled by the love of Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, to carry the gospel to Houston and to the world. We gather together to worship, pray, learn, encourage, and celebrate. We seek to be a people grounded in Scripture and urging one another on towards being more and more like Christ. We go into the world to share the gospel as individuals in our circles of influence and as a body in Houston and beyond. To learn more about the church click here.
The Position
FPC Houston is seeking a collaborative and creative individual with the ability to share the message of the Gospel, fulfill the vision of FPC, and facilitate meaningful engagement through its social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc) and other digital channels. Work closely with Director of Communications to understand the goals and direction of Communications and implementing the FPC Vision. Understand, support and have excitement to share the mission of the church through the Communications department.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as a primary administrator of all FPC social media platforms and ensure ministry activity aligns with First Presbyterian Church’s social media strategy
- Work with the Communications and Media teams to identify and prioritize promotion of calendar items
- Identify, plan, and create stories that encourage discipleship and engagement
- Define and coordinate photography and video content needed to support content calendar
- Create graphics and edit photography needed to support posts, website and other digital channels
- Write and edit content for posts and ads
- Organize and publish photography for the “Life @ FPC” site area
- Track and report metrics (monthly and quarterly)
- Work with Graphic Designer to define photographic style and ensure brand compliance
- Identify key events/activities and schedule photographers and/or videographers (staff and volunteer) to capture
- Maintain and manage a roster of volunteer photographers and videographers
- Ensure digital assets are organized, stored, and archived for ongoing use
- Creation of slides (PowerPoint, Keynote, and/or ProPresenter) for campus monitors, weekly worship services, and special events
- Content updates to podcasts and FPC app
- Provide support for other Communications projects and church-wide events
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, English or other a related field
- 1-3 years of relevant experience required
- Experience in a non-profit organization or church environment is preferred.
- A growing and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Must demonstrate strong working knowledge of computers and proficiency in software programs, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Excel, database systems and use of the Internet
- Experience with an email tool (iContact, Emma, MailChimp, etc)
- Intermediate skills using the Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience managing web content and using a Church Management Software or Wordpress preferred
- Experience creating and planning a social media calendar, experience with HootSuite
Interested?
- Apply today and let us know why you would be a great fit! Please include portfolio or professional website if possible.