Storytelling & Studio Manager

Christ Covenant•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Christ Covenant Church is seeking a passionate and skilled Storyteller to join our team and lead the creative development and execution of compelling video and film content. The Storyteller will be a visionary filmmaker with strong storytelling instincts, technical production skills, and a deep desire to use creative media to tell God-honoring stories that inspire, teach, and engage our church and broader online community. This role will oversee the entire film production process—from concept to distribution—collaborating with ministry leaders and creatives to produce high-quality projects including testimonies, documentaries, promotional videos, sermon clips, and social media content.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in filmmaking, video production, or storytelling
Strong portfolio of narrative and/or documentary work
Excellent video editing and post-production skills (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, etc.)
Ability to manage and lead crews, volunteers, and freelancers
Deep understanding of visual storytelling, cinematography, and sound design
Strong project management and organizational skills
Alignment with the theological convictions and mission of Christ Covenant Church

Nice To Haves

Experience with church or nonprofit content creation
Familiarity with YouTube and social video trends
Proficiency in motion graphics and color grading workflows
DSLR/mirrorless camera operation and lighting setups
Photography and graphic design experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with ministry leaders to brainstorm and develop creative video concepts
Independently pitch, refine, and solidify project visions and budgets
Source and manage crews, equipment rentals, and production logistics
Conduct soft interviews and develop multi-iteration scripts (Testimony videos)
Research and collaborate with subject matter experts (Documentary films)
Create detailed pre-production documentation (call sheets, lookbooks, storyboards, shot lists, etc.)
Direct and manage film shoots, including crew, talent, and equipment
Maintain consistent creative vision and production quality
Conduct on-camera interviews
Oversee media management and on-set organization
Source, book, and oversee editors, motion designers, and colorists
Manage post-production schedule and workflow
Edit or direct editing of projects from rough cut to final version
Source archival assets, voice-over talent, music, sound effects
Maintain alignment with Christ Covenant’s values and theological integrity
Collaborate on distribution strategies with Communications and ministries
Export and deliver projects for web, social, and live environments
Create social media versions of content (Reels, Shorts, Thumbnails)
Develop SEO-optimized descriptions, titles, and metadata
Direct or create supporting graphic design elements
Oversee creative quality of weekly livestreams and train volunteers
Coordinate scheduling, camera operation, and technical execution
Manage YouTube channel presence and content uploads
Edit sermon clips and produce short-form social content
Capture photos and B-roll footage of church events
Support lighting design and maintenance in worship venues
Manage storytelling equipment and supplies
Fulfill other tasks and creative responsibilities as assigned