Communications Director

Diocese of Lansing • East Lansing, MI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish is accepting resumes for an on-site, year-round, full-time Communications manager who reports to the Business Manager. Some weekends work may be expected for special events. The Communications Director supports the mission and ministry of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, St. John Church & Student Center and the Parish School through communications, events, and front-line hospitality. This role plays a key part in how the parish communicates, welcomes, and engages with parishioners and the community—both in person and online. The position collaborates closely with the Pastor, Business Manager, and staff to support parish operations and evangelization efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, or journalism or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience (or equivalent education).
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, etc…); Adobe Suite (InDesign and Illustrator); Canva; MailChimp; and Google/Gmail.
• Proficient user and developer of social media content.
• Proficient in print production.
• Ability to create and edit video with a camera and graphic arts production preferred.
• Be a Spirit-filled disciple of Jesus Christ, actively practicing their Catholic faith.
• Be committed to growing in holiness through daily prayer and interior conversion.
• Seek growth in the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
• Be a team player who is approachable, affable, and positive.
• Pass a background check and attend local training for the protection of children and youth.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to create and edit video with a camera and graphic arts production preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of a parish wide communication and branding strategy for daily use and special projects in electronic and print publications.
• Primary communication responsibilities include weekly bulletin, website, social media, Mass announcements and parish email communications.
• Work with colleagues to elicit ideas for content and collaborate with the ministry leaders on the ongoing development and execution of social media and marketing strategies.
• Work collaboratively with Pastor, staff, and ministry leaders to plan and execute events such as the Parish Picnic, Concerts in the Parking Lot, Feast Day celebrations, etc…
• Post and monitor appropriate social media platforms including but not limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Google, and YouTube.
• Help develop flyers, PowerPoint presentations and other media for staff and ministries.
• Maintain messaging on the school electronic roadside sign, as well as bulletin boards and monitors at St. John Student Center.
• Updates Faith Magazine database as needed.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level