Editorial & Multichannel Communications Lead

United Methodist Church; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a full-time Communications Specialist to lead editorial content across print, digital, email, social media, video, and more. You will manage content calendars, develop stories, and ensure mission-focused, timely communications that advance conference priorities.

You will collaborate with staff, clergy, and volunteers, coordinate with external partners, and occasionally work evenings/weekends for Annual Conference and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in communications or related field is required (bachelor's preferred).
• 1–2 years in journalism/editorial content or communications is expected.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal skills with editorial judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial strategy and content planning across channels to ensure timely, engaging communications.
• Manage content calendars and coordinate submissions with staff, clergy, volunteers, and partners.
• Research, write, edit, and proofread content for publications, websites, newsletters, emails, and video scripts.
• Serve as project manager for communications initiatives, coordinating timelines, resources, and contributors.
• Oversee email communications program and advertising schedules, ensuring deadlines and quality.
• Develop communications for Annual Conference and major events, including coverage and post‑event reporting.
• Identify stories highlighting ministry impact and local church engagement across the Conference.
• Collaborate to develop strategies and produce high-quality content while maintaining brand standards.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Story development

Content planning

Canva

Microsoft Office

Email marketing platforms

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Education

Associate degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Canva

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Oklahoma Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a full-time Communications Specialist to lead editorial content across print, digital, email, social media, video, and more. You will manage content calendars, develop stories, and ensure mission-focused, timely communications that advance conference priorities.

You will collaborate with staff, clergy, and volunteers, coordinate with external partners, and occasionally work evenings/weekends for Annual Conference and deadlines.