Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Position Summary

The Communications & Marketing Coordinator is responsible for developing, executing, and managing a cohesive communications strategy that clearly and creatively communicates the mission, values, and events of FUMC Waynesville and its various ministries to the congregation and the surrounding community.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Branding: Develop and implement a comprehensive communication plan. Maintain consistent branding across all digital and print platforms.
• Assess and Respond: Conduct periodic assessments and/or surveys to gauge effectiveness of communication strategies and adapt as necessary.
• Digital Media & Web: Manage the church website, ensuring content is current, engaging, and mobile-friendly.
• Social Media: Oversee all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.), creating content that encourages engagement and community outreach.
• Content Creation: Produce weekly, monthly, and special-event materials, including digital newsletters, press releases, promotional graphics, calendars, booklets. etc.
• Ministry Support: Collaborate with staff and ministry leaders to support their communication needs for events and initiatives.
• Storytelling: Capture and share stories of ministry impact and life change through photo, video, and writing.
• Audio/Visual Support: Support Sunday services and special events with media needs, including live-streaming, as needed.
• Streamline Internal Communication: Facilitate effective staff-to-staff communication, including file-saving protocols
• Engagement with Programs/Ministries/Events: Be present periodically for various programs, ministries, and events to maintain comprehensive understanding of operations. Interact positively with participants, staff, and congregation/community members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field preferred, or 3-5 years equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop) and content management systems.
• Experience with social media management, email marketing, and video production.
• A servant’s heart with a commitment to the mission of the United Methodist Church.

Skills

• Excellence in written and verbal communication.
• Organization
• Innovative
• Self-motivated
• Time Management
• Proficiency in the following is required:
• Microsoft Word
• Canva/Adobe
• Google Workspace
• Zoom, etc.
• Proficiency in the following is preferred:
• Brightwheel
• Dropbox
• Mailchimp
• Realm
• Work collaboratively and supportively with team members, congregation members, and community members
• Develop and advocate for new ideas as well as actively listen and respond in a support capacity to organizational and/or staff needs

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person