Communications Associate - Content

First Baptist Church Of Dallas Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

First Baptist Dallas seeks a Communications Associate to craft persuasive content for church-wide communications. You will write copy for newsletters, devotionals, blogs, and promotions, and manage campaigns from start to finish.

Responsibilities include editing, proofreading, maintaining the church blog, and coordinating with ministry teams. Strong writing skills, 1–3 years in related fields, and a commitment to the church mission are required.

Qualifications

• / Must have 1–3 years in advertising, marketing, or journalism.
• / High school diploma required; bachelor's preferred in communications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Write copy for newsletters, worship guides, blogs, and other deliverables.
• Project manage content campaigns from start to finish (devotionals, newsletters, fundraising).
• Edit and proofread all print and digital communications content.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting

Project management

Editing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mac OS

Job description

First Baptist Dallas is a thriving church community living for Jesus Christ. We have been serving and doing ministry for over 150 years. First Baptist Dallas was built on the Bible and continues its mission to “Transform the world with God’s Word…one life at a time.”We seek Christ-centered professionals who want to join a team of disciplined and talented superstars committed to working together to accomplish our mission. The Communications Associate will be responsible for creating, improving, and maintaining content for First Baptist Dallas including testimonial stories, devotional campaigns, blogs, and other deliverables for church-wide and ministry related communications.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Work with the communications team to develop persuasive, compelling communications and contentWrite copy for all FBD mediums including newsletters, worship guide, video scripts, flyers, promotional collaterals, online ads, print ads, radio/TV spotsProject manage content campaigns from start to finish including semi-annual staff devotionals, quarterly churchwide newsletters, and fundraising campaignsEdit and proof read all print and digital communications contentAttend staff meetings on a weekly basisMaintain testimonial casting and comment archiveInteract, recruit, and interview dedicated church members for written and video-based testimonialsPartner with Director of Communications to meet communication needs of various ministriesWork with Ministry Team to attend weekly status meetings and complete assigned tasks related assigned by the Project ManagerWeekly website and app maintenance and upkeepMaintain the blog page on website including writing weekly blog contentPerform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of CommunicationsSpiritualMust be fully committed to the Mission and Core Values of First Baptist DallasMust be committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings professionally and personallyMust possess characteristics that reflect a person of faith and a lifestyle of biblical integrityProfessional & Education (Certifications or Licenses)Fully committed to the Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and overall church ministryEmbody the Green Team Characteristics and work according to Operating PrinciplesProficient in Microsoft Office software, Mac system, and other software utilized in the Communications OfficeExperience of 1 to 3 years in advertising, marketing, or journalismMust have High School Diploma; a Bachelor’s Level Degree in Communications or equivalent is preferredPhysicalAbility to work extensive hours on a computer screenAbility to lift up to 10 poundsAbility to sit for long periods of timeAbility to occasionally bend/stoopTO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:Click on “Apply On Company Site”Select “Sign In” in the top right corner of the pageCreate an accountUpload your resumeComplete ALL sections and answer ALL questions within each step of the processSubmit your application