Communication Specialist - Creative Arts

The Heights Church•Richardson, TX

About The Position

As a member of the Creative Arts Team, the Communication Specialist focuses on creating graphics, videos, and written content across various communication mediums that support our goal to equip, mobilize and encourage The Heights Church. The specialist helps the team achieve that objective by developing compelling digital and physical designs, writing and editing copy, and building cross-platform communication strategies that effectively communicate in an engaging way, and extend the reach and impact of the church’s message. In addition to design work, she or he also contributes through their photography and videography, and manages our website, social media, and other online communication channels. The Communication Specialist works under the direction of the Creative Arts Director to creatively and effectively communicate to both internal and external audiences. The Communication Specialist also works closely with the Production Director to ensure cohesion and to remain coordinated with departmental requests.

Requirements

Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ
Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
Pursue spiritual growth through community and a consistent, fruitful devotional life
Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Reflect Christ’s heart for reaching spiritually lost people
Live out the 5G’s
Grace – Saved by grace in Jesus (Romans 5:8-9)
Gather – Community through worship & Life Groups (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Grow – Being and becoming like Jesus through his word and prayer (John 15:4-5)
Give – Time, talent & treasures (2 Corinthians 9:6-7)
Go – Make disciples who make disciples (Matthew 28:18-20)
Embody the values of CEOS
Champion Others Above Ourselves
Equip & Encourage People
Operate Out of Calling
Spiritually Awake Individuals
Demonstrate Commitment to The Heights Church
Pursue church membership and become a stakeholder
Be an active, engaged participant at weekend services and in a Life Group
Serve at church-wide, all-skate events
Accept and uphold The Heights irreducible minimum beliefs (What We Believe)
Strong written and verbal communication required
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro, along with Wordpress and social media platforms
Portfolio of work demonstrating graphic design competency and aesthetic
Interest and experience with photography and/or videography
Ability to incorporate direction and feedback
Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

2+ years experience in relevant work as a Communication Specialist and/or in Social Media Management preferred
Web design experience preferred
Cross-platform communication strategy planning preferred

Responsibilities

Complete a variety of assigned graphic design deliverables
Deliverables include social media graphics, on-screen content, signage, print pieces, layout work, etc.
Design for big screen content using ProPresenter
This role may leverage “pre-made” designs from available commercial subscriptions services to ensure she or he balances efficiency and creative expression
Create compelling graphics and videos for use on digital platforms
Complete a variety of assigned writing deliverables
Weekly church-wide newsletter / digital bulletin
Social media posts
Copy for design projects
Website content updates
Manage online presence on social media and the church website
Develop social media strategies alongside others on the Creative Arts Team
Utilize content delivery system to schedule and plan execution of the social media strategy
Monitor and respond to social media comments and messages – this is a team effort, but this role is primary
Effectively partner with other Communication Team members on creative projects
Communicate and coordinate with others to ensure completion of projects
Provide designs timely to stay on schedule with communication campaigns
Partner together with others on larger design and communication initiatives
Engage with ministers on design projects
Meet with ministers to capture designs requirements
Champion overall brand alignment
Balance work on multiple projects with overlapping timelines
Maintain an organized file system for all assets and deliverables
Leverage existing naming conventions and file structures to ensure easy access to assets and to support effective collaboration
Contribute to the synergy and collaboration among Creative Arts Team
Participate in general Heights Staff required activities (expense reporting, meetings, retreats, Christmas Eve, Easter, other “all hands on deck” events, etc.)
Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned
Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude