Digital Media Specialist

Samaritan's Purse; Colony Acres (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Flexible Spending Account

Long-term and Short-term disability

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Digital Media Specialist to advance the Operation Christmas Child ministry through social media. You will develop and execute content across Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and group pages, crafting engaging copy and visuals that share the Gospel.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, a four-year degree, and strong analytics to optimize campaigns while maintaining ministry messaging and compassion in engagement with followers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3 to 5 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience managing major social platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills with ministry messaging.
• Experience with social media analytics to drive content performance.
• Creative, detail-oriented approach to photo/video content and trends.

Responsibilities

• Support OCC social media strategy across Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube and group pages.
• Curate, create, plan, and schedule Christ-centered content for the ministry.
• Manage daily social media calendar and review content for accuracy and messaging.
• Research and secure digital consent for fan-generated content and engage audiences.
• Create and edit vertical videos, reels, stories, and graphics for campaigns.
• Monitor performance via weekly reports and trend analysis; assist group management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Social media strategy

Copywriting

Video editing

Analytics

Community engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Facebook

Instagram

X/Twitter

YouTube

Job description

Get Involved!

What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking a Digital Media Specialist to join our Operation Christmas Child team in Charlotte, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Digital Media Specialist, you will have the opportunity to:

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Support the OCC social media strategy across Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and group pages by curating, creating, planning, and scheduling Christ-centered content that advances the ministry's mission

Help manage the daily social media calendar and review scheduled content for accuracy, consistency, approved messaging, and proper tracking/reporting tags

Research and secure digital consent for fan-generated content, maintain the content database, and provide compassionate, timely engagement with comments and direct messages using approved guidelines, especially during peak OCC season

Create and edit compelling vertical videos, reels, stories, and graphics that help share the Gospel and the life-changing impact of Operation Christmas Child

Monitor social media performance through weekly reports, engagement, and trend analysis while supporting Facebook Group management, including member requests, rules, moderation, and sharing relevant ministry content

Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, with 3 to 5 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated hands‑on experience managing major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube, as well as online community group pages

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging copy, proofread carefully, and uphold accuracy in grammar, punctuation, style, and ministry messaging

Working knowledge of social media analytics, including impressions, reach, engagement, and performance trends, with the ability to use insights to strengthen content and campaigns.

Creative, detail-oriented approach to developing and editing photo and video content, with a strong understanding of social media trends, tools, and best practices that support organizational goals

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Type: Full-time

Department: Operation Christmas Child, Domestic

Location: Charlotte, NC

Travel: 15 days/annually; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary

Samaritan's Purse

PO Box 3000

Boone, NC 28607

828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.