Were Hiring: Storytelling & Studio Manager Full-Time at Christ Covenant Church
Christ Covenant Church is seeking a passionate and skilled Storyteller to join our team and lead the creative development and execution of compelling video and film content. The Storyteller will be a visionary filmmaker with strong storytelling instincts technical production skills and a deep desire to use creative media to tell God-honoring stories that inspire teach and engage our church and broader online community.
This role will oversee the entire film production processfrom concept to distributioncollaborating with ministry leaders and creatives to produce high-quality projects including testimonies documentaries promotional videos sermon clips and social media content.
Key Responsibilities
Filmmaking & Pre-Production
- Collaborate with ministry leaders to brainstorm and develop creative video concepts
- Independently pitch refine and solidify project visions and budgets
- Source and manage crews equipment rentals and production logistics
- Conduct soft interviews and develop multi-iteration scripts (Testimony videos)
- Research and collaborate with subject matter experts (Documentary films)
- Create detailed pre-production documentation (call sheets lookbooks storyboards shot lists etc.)
Production
- Direct and manage film shoots including crew talent and equipment
- Maintain consistent creative vision and production quality
- Conduct on-camera interviews
- Oversee media management and on-set organization
Post-Production
- Source book and oversee editors motion designers and colorists
- Manage post-production schedule and workflow
- Edit or direct editing of projects from rough cut to final version
- Source archival assets voice-over talent music sound effects
- Maintain alignment with Christ Covenants values and theological integrity
Distribution & Marketing
- Collaborate on distribution strategies with Communications and ministries
- Export and deliver projects for web social and live environments
- Create social media versions of content (Reels Shorts Thumbnails)
- Develop SEO-optimized descriptions titles and metadata
- Direct or create supporting graphic design elements
Live Stream & YouTube Channel Oversight
- Oversee creative quality of weekly livestreams and train volunteers
- Coordinate scheduling camera operation and technical execution
- Manage YouTube channel presence and content uploads
- Edit sermon clips and produce short-form social content
Additional Responsibilities
- Capture photos and B-roll footage of church events
- Support lighting design and maintenance in worship venues
- Manage storytelling equipment and supplies
- Fulfill other tasks and creative responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- 35 years of experience in filmmaking video production or storytelling
- Strong portfolio of narrative and/or documentary work
- Excellent video editing and post-production skills (Adobe Premiere After Effects etc.)
- Ability to manage and lead crews volunteers and freelancers
- Deep understanding of visual storytelling cinematography and sound design
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Alignment with the theological convictions and mission of Christ Covenant Church
Preferred Skills
- Experience with church or nonprofit content creation
- Familiarity with YouTube and social video trends
- Proficiency in motion graphics and color grading workflows
- DSLR/mirrorless camera operation and lighting setups
- Photography and graphic design experience
Ready to Apply
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