- Coordinate the communication needs of the parish.
- Produce the weekly Midweek Notes (weekly parish email blast); weekly parish bulletin; digital signage graphics livestreaming graphics; and quarterly The Open Door newsletter.
- Post and monitor appropriate social media platforms such as: Facebook Instagram and YouTube.
- Update and maintain parish website to keep content current fresh and effective.
- Help develop flyers PowerPoint presentations and other media for staff/ministries.
- Maintain bulletin boards and collateral tables in the Church narthex.
- Aid in the development of parish wide communication strategy and tactics.
- Performs other related tasks as needed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Education:Bachelors Degree in communications marketing or journalism or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience: Minimum of two years of experience (or equivalent education). Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel Publisher etc); Adobe Suite (Illustrator and InDesign); Canva; MailChimp; WordPress; and Google/Gmail. Proficient user and developer of social media content. Ability to create and edit video with a camera. Proficient in print production. Graphic arts production preferred.
Requirements:
- Must be an active joyful practicing Catholic and become a parishioner of Christ the King and fully aligned with its mission.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Must have demonstrated organizational skills attention to detail and accuracy.
- Must be able to work well independently.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks and to work with volunteers.
- Must possess a valid Michigan drivers license and own personal transportation.
- Ability to work from other locations via remote connection when needed.
Physical Demands:While performing duties employee may have to sit for long periods of time use hands in repetitive motion tasks and answer telephone calls. The position also requires standing stooping bending and lifting up to 25 pounds. The employee is expected to work onsite during business hours. Work includes some evenings and weekends as needed. Minimal travel.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills.
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