Grant Funded - Communication and Storytelling Specialist

The Communications and Storytelling Specialist for the Belmont Formation Collaborative plays a pivotal role in amplifying the Collaborative’s mission to cultivate holistic formation across Belmont University. This individual will develop and execute strategic communication plans that reflect the Collaborative’s values, engage various stakeholder groups, and elevate the visibility of its initiatives. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative team member who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Lead strategic communication and storytelling - Shape and implement integrated communication strategies that reflect the Belmont Formation Collaborative’s mission, values, and vision. Develop compelling narratives that highlight the impact of formation initiatives and ensure consistent, resonant messaging across diverse stakeholder groups. Collaborate with internal and external partners to amplify the Collaborative’s voice and elevate its visibility within the university community.

2. Create and manage content across platforms - Produce high-quality written, visual, and multimedia content for digital platforms, newsletters, print materials, and presentations. Oversee the Collaborative’s online presence, including website updates and social media engagement, while curating stories, testimonials, and visuals that embody the mission, vision, and values of the Collaborative. Ensure all content aligns with the Collaborative’s brand and strategic goals.

3. Facilitate internal communications and collaboration - Serve as communications liaison between the Collaborative and other university departments to foster alignment and synergy. Prepare internal reports, presentations, and stakeholder updates that communicate progress, insights, and strategic direction. Build relationships across campus to support a cohesive and informed approach to holistic formation.

4. Support events and initiatives through communications - Develop promotional materials and coordinate messaging for events, workshops, and initiatives. Capture post-event stories and reflections that communicate the value and impact of these initiatives. Partner with university marketing and communications teams to maximize reach and engagement, ensuring that formation-related programming is well-supported and widely shared.

This position is supported by grant funds. Continuation of this position is contingent on funding.

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

Qualified candidates will have proficiency in:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Interprets and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks beyond what is typical or customary. Uses information to determine benefits and impact in making decision and/or recommendations.
• Project/Program/Service Management: Ability to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality issues associated with the program/project.
• Written and Oral Communications: Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to impact and influence others to further the institution’s strategic objectives.
• Technical, Computer, and Software Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and software.

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.