Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Communication and in cooperation with the Creative Team Director, the Social Media Content Creator will work with a team to build creative and relevant content that fosters engagement on our digital and social media platforms. The Social Media Content creator will conceptualize, edit, design and create the content that’s important to James River Church in our mission to reach the lost by reaching young families.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Discover and implement new and improved ways to market content through media.
Utilize video, design and photo skills to produce content that is appropriate for a designated media outlet. (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, etc.)
Create a Content Calendar for approval for the James River Church social media account that aligns with the life of the church.
Primarily creating content for the James River Church social media – also be available to create content for other church department accounts including our Lead Pastors on an as-needed basis.
Lead social media photo/film shoots – setting up, planning and executing film and photography projects for social media engagement.
Work closely with the Director of Communication to identify and explore opportunities for greater impact, discover and execute trends for increased engagement, and feedback on content.
Work closely with the Creative Team Director to receive feedback and coaching on execution of created pieces.
Perform other related duties as assigned and required by your direct report.

Job Requirements

Undergraduate degree or 2+ years of relevant digital experience, including design, video, or both.
High level of understanding of popular social networks – design, functionality, users, etc.
Very high attention to detail
Understanding of Adobe CC Suite including Photoshop, Premiere, Lightroom, etc.
High level of time management & ability to work under pressure
Exceptional communication skills
Portfolio available online
Love for working on a team and being a team player in a highly collaborative department

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Understanding of video editing process and ability to apply real-time feedback in a timely manner
Video editing proficiency (Adobe Premiere).
Color-grading proficiency
Proficiency with a variety of equipment and programs to capture and create social media content in a short amount of time
High-level creativity, problem solver, ability to teach and train Dream Team
Adaptable and flexible
Able to work under press in a tight timeline

Code of Conduct & Character

James River Church is Pastor-led and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws. As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:

Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:
- Daily devotional time with Lord.
- Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.
Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:
- Communicating and sharing with your spouse.
- Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.
Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.
Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.
Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.
Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.
Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.

Heart Behind All We Do

JOY
Smile at EVERYONE you encounter!

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV)
“In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV)

ENTHUSIASM
Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church.

“Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV)
“I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT)

ENCOURAGEMENT
Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve!

“So encourage each other and build each other up…” 1 Thess 5:11 (NLT)
“…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG)

LOVE AND CARE
Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus!

“Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT)
“Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT)

SERVANT MINDED
How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help.

“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT)
“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT)
“…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)

Commitment to Ministry

By submitting my application for this position, I confirm I have read and accept the above Job Description/Code of Conduct and believe God has called me to serve in this capacity.

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