Communications Director

Time Commitment: Full-Time (Monday-Thursday 9-5pm; Sunday 7-1pm) Brief Job Description: As the Communications Director, you will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of external communications for Foothills Church. You will help ensure that the mission, vision, and ministries of FC are communicated clearly, consistently, and effectively while inspiring people to take their next step.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the planning and execution of the church-wide Communications Plan. Ensure the Foothills Church brand, voice, and messaging remain consistent across all communication channels. Partner with ministry leaders to develop communication strategies and promotional plans for events and initiatives. Maintain communication calendars, timelines, and workflows. Monitor engagement and use analytics to improve communication effectiveness. Social Media Lead all church-wide social media strategy, planning, scheduling, and publishing. Develop engaging content including graphics, photos, reels, videos, and sermon highlights. Optimize content for each platform and current trends. Coordinate ministry social media efforts and maintain a unified church voice. Recruit, train, and lead photography and social media volunteers. Be willing to appear on camera when needed. Content & Copywriting Write compelling copy for websites, social media, email, print materials, video scripts, and promotional campaigns. Edit and proofread communication pieces for clarity, consistency, and accuracy. Develop messaging and calls-to-action that help people take meaningful next steps. Email & Internal Communications Manage the weekly newsletter and church-wide email communications. Coordinate internal communication to help staff and ministries stay informed. Maintain the weekly staff calendar and assist with communication planning for Sunday services. Work alongside the graphic designer, videographer, and online content manager to execute creative projects. Contribute ideas during brainstorming and campaign planning. Support merchandise, advertising, media relations, and other communication initiatives as needed. Lead and oversee communication-related projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

Loves God and is passionate about making disciples. A Partner of FC who is faithfully fulfilling their partnership covenant. Actively engaged in an FC small group. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong copywriting and proofreading abilities. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Able to manage multiple projects while strategically planning ahead. Experience with communications, marketing, and social media preferred. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and an understanding of photography, videography, graphic design, and digital marketing preferred. Comfortable using platforms such as Planning Center, Asana, Slack, Mailchimp, Google Workspace, and Meta Business Suite. Positive attitude, servant-hearted, adaptable, and a team player. #J-18808-Ljbffr Foothills Church