Assistant Communications Coordinator

Archdiocese of Chicago; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Assistant Communications Coordinator to enhance the parish's communication strategy. This part-time role involves creating engaging content for various platforms, managing social media presence, and producing videos to promote parish events. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating strong writing, editing, and organizational skills. If you are passionate about communication and community engagement, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact while working within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills are essential for creating engaging content.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute content across digital and print platforms.
• Maintain the parish's social media presence and engage with the community.
• Produce and edit videos to promote parish activities.

Skills

Content Creation

Social Media Management

Video Production

Editing

Organizational Skills

Canva

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Canva

Social Media Platforms

Video Editing Software

Job description

Opportunities at Parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago

St. Joseph Catholic Church
121 E. Maple Ave.
Libertyville, IL

Description:

The Assistant Communications Coordinator will support the Communications Department in executing the church's communication strategy. This role will focus on creating, editing, and distributing content across various platforms, including digital, print, and social media, to enhance engagement and build a strong parish presence. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, creative, and has strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.

Requirements:

1. Create content for parish social media and other marketing platforms (website, bulletin, emails, TV’s, podcasts, etc.) to promote parish events and initiatives using Canva.
2. Maintain the parish's presence on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
3. Produce, edit, and publish short videos.
4. Capture photos at events to promote parish activities.
5. Stay updated on communication trends and technology, making recommendations for strategy adjustments and researching ways to expand outreach, both online and in print.
6. Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
7. Work independently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and make decisions.
8. Maintain effective and professional working relationships with parishioners, staff, and supervisors.
9. Perform other related administrative duties as may be necessary and assigned by the Communications Coordinator.
10. Assist staff with communication needs.

Job Type: Part-Time (Up to 26 hours per week)

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