Purpose of Position: The purpose of the position is to develop and maintain effective communications strategies that promote timely, effective, inspiring and innovative communications and relationships between the session, church staff, the congregation and visitors. The Communications Coordinator is the Church’s institutional message and image creator and communicator. The ultimate goal is to ensure that all published media reflects the vision, mission and core values of EP Church and to effectively connect people to ministry.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Institutional Messaging
Print, Digital, Multi-Media, and Social Media Messaging
Manage Website Messaging
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Appropriate degree from an accredited college or university. A minimum of two years working experience preferred in managing comprehensive communication programs. Demonstrated experience in working effectively with diverse teams, strategic communication planning, message development, production, and management of print and digital media, and in media relations. Strong writing skills, ability to multi-task, and to produce quality work on time are important qualities. Experience with wide range of social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, etc. Ability to articulate the mission and vision of EP Church. Proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and InDesign. Microsoft Office software required. A willingness to be a team player and have an ‘all hands on deck’ mentality.
Special Requirements:
The Communications Director shall be a professing Christian adhering to the theology of the Westminster Confession of Faith . The Communications Coordinator is expected to regularly attend worship services at EP with the intent of becoming a member of EP church.* Prior to hiring, the Communications Coordinator must agree to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Scope of Authority:
The Communications Coordinator shall perform his/her duties under the authority and guidance of the Executive Pastor.