Marketing & Communications Director

Christ Place Church; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

Vacation pay

Holiday pay

Mental health leave

Birthday leave

Volunteer time away

Inspiring work environment

Job summary

Christ Place Church in Lincoln, Nebraska is searching for a Marketing & Communications Director to lead all marketing, branding, and communication efforts. This role will ensure clear, engaging messaging that aligns with the church's mission and values.

The ideal candidate will provide visionary leadership for communication strategies, manage digital platforms, and oversee departmental staff. A strong background in marketing and communications, particularly within a church context, is preferred.

The position promotes a collaborative culture with benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, and various paid leaves.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic communication and marketing plans.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership over marketing and communication strategies.
• Oversee digital platforms and engagement metrics.
• Collaborate with ministry leaders for effective communication.

Skills

Leadership and project management

Strategic marketing and communication

Creative design and branding

Digital platforms expertise

Excellent written and verbal communication

Job description

The Christ Place Marketing & Communications Director provides leadership over all marketing, branding, and communication efforts across the church, ensuring clear, compelling, and culturally relevant messaging that advances the mission of Christ Place Church. This strategic and creative leader oversees weekend communications, digital engagement, and ministry support systems while cultivating a unified voice across all campuses. Through collaboration, innovation, and executional excellence, this role helps people take their next step in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Job Responsibilities

Ministry Oversight

• Provide visionary leadership and direction for all marketing and communication strategies across the church
• Ensure all messaging reflects the mission, vision, and values of Christ Place Church
• Oversee the planning and execution of weekend communication elements (slides, announcements, email, social media, and web)
• Maintain consistency, clarity, and excellence across all communication platforms (digital, print, and in-person)
• Lead the development and execution of communication plans for major campaigns and events (Easter, Christmas, sermon series, etc.)
• Ensure all content is current, culturally relevant, and aligned with the church’s voice
• Oversee creative direction including design, video, branding, and storytelling
• Maintain high standards of production value across all communication channels
• Manage communication systems, workflows, and project timelines effectively
• Lead and supervise departmental staff and contractors
• Manage and steward the marketing and communications budget

Digital Presence & Engagement

• Oversee all digital platforms including website, social media, email, and video channels
• Ensure the website is current, user-friendly, and optimized for guests and engagement
• Lead the creation and distribution of engaging digital content (video, social, campaigns)
• Oversee and execute digital marketing strategies including paid advertising and campaign optimization
• Monitor analytics and performance metrics to improve engagement and effectiveness
• Ensure consistent and strategic communication through email and digital channels
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and development of volunteer teams within communications and creative areas
• Create clear processes and systems for communication requests and project management
• Ensure team members are growing in their skills (design, video, writing, strategy, etc.)
• Promote a healthy, collaborative, and high-capacity team culture
• Provide coaching, feedback, and leadership development opportunities
• Build a leadership pipeline within the communications and creative teams

Church and Multi-Site Ministry

• Collaborate with pastors and ministry leaders to support communication needs across all campuses
• Ensure alignment of messaging and branding across multi-site environments
• Provide communication strategies and support for church-wide initiatives and events
• Equip ministries with tools, systems, and guidance to communicate effectively
• Maintain strong cross-department collaboration to support overall ministry effectiveness
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

Required

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communication and marketing plans
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative thinker with a strong eye for design, branding, and storytelling
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with excellence
• Experience with digital platforms including social media, email marketing, and web management
• Growth-oriented with a bias for action

Preferred

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or related leadership role (church or comparable organization preferred)
• Experience in a multi-site church or large organization
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools, analytics platforms, and content management systems
• Experience leading creative teams (design, video, content)
• Understanding of church culture and ministry environments
• Enjoys challenges and seeks to raise the level of effectiveness within the department
• Medical, dental, and vision plan
• Vacation pay, volunteer time away, birthday leave, mental health leave, holiday pay
• Inspiring and supportive work environment