Digital Evangelization Content Specialist

Knights of Columbus • New Haven, CT

12d • $88,000 - $149,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Digital Evangelization Content Specialist develops, produces, and helps distribute and promote text, video, and digital content focused on evangelization and faith formation, especially masculine and family spirituality. The role researches, plans, and creates original written, video, social media, and podcast content in support of the Evangelization and Faith Formation division of the Fraternal Mission department. The specialist collaborates with Communications/Marketing and other departments to develop and execute content rollout strategies, and reports to and works at the direction of the Director of Formation Strategy.

The position develops Catholic faith-formation content for Knights of Columbus publications, programs, and channels; supports video production, particularly using the in-building studio; conducts research and writing on Catholic faith and relevant cultural topics; and assists with partner relationships, polling and studies, and new program development. The specialist is expected to further the Knights of Columbus mission and model behavior consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church. The role supports Supreme Council and State Council events throughout the year, including the Supreme Convention, the Organizational Meeting of State Deputies, Evangelization and Faith Formation Training, March for Life/LifeFest, and State Council meetings.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in an equivalent position.
• Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be an active, practicing Catholic who understands and is committed to the Church’s mission on earth.
• Knowledge of the Knights of Columbus and its mission.
• Understanding of the Catholic Church, its teachings, organization, and current ecclesial matters.
• Excellent knowledge of leading experts on the Catholic faith and masculine and family spirituality.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the Catholic media landscape and Catholic media figures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong video production skills, including scripting, interviewing, and editing.
• Time-management and work-prioritization skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills to support multitasking.
• Ability to work as part of a team and work well with others.
• Ability to self-start and work independently while following the direction and mandates of superiors.
• Knowledge of social media and its uses in furthering Knights of Columbus goals and objectives.
• Ability to use current technology to create faith-formation materials for Knights of Columbus members and the general public.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• 10 or more years of experience in an equivalent position preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, relevant Liberal Arts, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Master’s degree in Journalism, relevant Liberal Arts, Communications, or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop written and video content for Catholic faith formation across Knights of Columbus publications, programs, and channels.
• Work with Communications/Marketing to develop and promote digital faith-formation content for Knights, their families, and Catholics generally.
• Support the Evangelization and Faith Formation division by developing video resources, particularly using the in-building studio.
• Research and write about Catholic faith and relevant cultural topics.
• Help develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations on content and related matters.
• Assist with developing and analyzing polling and studies on Catholic men, Catholic spirituality, and religious practice.
• Assist in creating new Knights of Columbus programs as needed.
• Support the organization's mission and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Model behavior consonant with the Catholic Church.
• Support Supreme Council and State Council events throughout the year.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays per year, in addition to vacation and paid sick leave.
• Flexible workweek schedules.
• Certifications, designations, and tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions.
• Company-funded cash balance retirement plans.
• Company-paid short-term disability and term life insurance.
• Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under the short-term disability policy.
• One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
• A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Health club membership reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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