Communications Director

Foothills Church; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foothills Church in Knoxville seeks a Communications Director to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of external communications for the church. You will help ensure that the mission, vision, and ministries of FC are communicated clearly, consistently, and effectively while inspiring people to take their next step.

You will manage the brand voice across channels, partner with ministry leaders on campaigns, maintain calendars, and lead content, email, and social media efforts to engage the

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong copy and editing ability.
• Experience with church/faith-based communications preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of the church-wide communications plan.
• Maintain brand voice and messaging across channels.
• Partner with ministry leaders on events and promotions.
• Oversee content strategy, social media, newsletters, and campaigns.
• Coordinate calendars, timelines, and workflows; analyze engagement data.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Social Media

Content Strategy

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Planning Center

Asana

Slack

Mailchimp

Google Workspace

Meta Business Suite

Job description

Time Commitment: Full-Time (Monday-Thursday 9-5pm; Sunday 7-1pm)

Brief Job Description: As the Communications Director, you will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of external communications for Foothills Church. You will help ensure that the mission, vision, and ministries of FC are communicated clearly, consistently, and effectively while inspiring people to take their next step.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the planning and execution of the church-wide Communications Plan.
• Ensure the Foothills Church brand, voice, and messaging remain consistent across all communication channels.
• Partner with ministry leaders to develop communication strategies and promotional plans for events and initiatives.
• Maintain communication calendars, timelines, and workflows.
• Monitor engagement and use analytics to improve communication effectiveness.

Social Media

• Lead all church-wide social media strategy, planning, scheduling, and publishing.
• Develop engaging content including graphics, photos, reels, videos, and sermon highlights.
• Optimize content for each platform and current trends.
• Coordinate ministry social media efforts and maintain a unified church voice.
• Recruit, train, and lead photography and social media volunteers.
• Be willing to appear on camera when needed.

Content & Copywriting

• Write compelling copy for websites, social media, email, print materials, video scripts, and promotional campaigns.
• Edit and proofread communication pieces for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Develop messaging and calls-to-action that help people take meaningful next steps.

Email & Internal Communications

• Manage the weekly newsletter and church-wide email communications.
• Coordinate internal communication to help staff and ministries stay informed.
• Maintain the weekly staff calendar and assist with communication planning for Sunday services.
• Work alongside the graphic designer, videographer, and online content manager to execute creative projects.
• Contribute ideas during brainstorming and campaign planning.
• Support merchandise, advertising, media relations, and other communication initiatives as needed.
• Lead and oversee communication-related projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Loves God and is passionate about making disciples.
• A Partner of FC who is faithfully fulfilling their partnership covenant.
• Actively engaged in an FC small group.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong copywriting and proofreading abilities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple projects while strategically planning ahead.
• Experience with communications, marketing, and social media preferred.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and an understanding of photography, videography, graphic design, and digital marketing preferred.
• Comfortable using platforms such as Planning Center, Asana, Slack, Mailchimp, Google Workspace, and Meta Business Suite.
• Positive attitude, servant-hearted, adaptable, and a team player.