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SUMMARY OF POSITION: The primary role of this Director of Communications is to oversee the communication strategy for a church to promote its mission, vision, and events. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop a multi-channel communications strategy driven by the church’s mission/vision/values Unify and align everyday messaging with the church’s voice, goals and priorities. Partner with church and ministry leaders to define, develop, and effectively communicate messages to church-wide, and specific audiences. Guide a team of staff/volunteers to implement effective communications strategies Ensure high-quality and high-impact communications reach both internal and external audiences Cultivate, lead, and manage the Communications Team Staff to ensure all projects are done in a timely manner Keep social media/website engaging and aligned with the digital ministry plan. Own and manage the church’s brand/identity. Participate in the creation of digital and print content Capture and share stories of life change and impact [stewardship videos] Working with media outlets and community organizations to promote church events and activities POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: Have a strong understanding of communications strategy, writing/editing, graphic design and social media, with a high value on audience engagement. Strong background in photography preferred. Familiar with or can quickly learn and direct basic design principles utilizing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator Able to recruit and train volunteer workers. Must be extremely comfortable working with computers and learning new software/ technology as needed Excellent written and oral communication skills. Organized, creative thinker and highly productive, working in a fast-paced environment Ability to manage multiple projects CHURCH QUALIFICATIONS: Profess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, Believe in Vineyard vision, mission, and goals, Adhere to Vineyard Church Membership Covenant provisions, Must adhere to Vineyard “Core Values for Staff” Be a regular supporter of Vineyard in both time and money. Be a regular attendee of Vineyard weekend services.