Communications Director

Communication Director - The Orchard Church

Position Overview

The Communication Director at The Orchard Church is responsible for developing and implementing effective messaging and communication strategies across all church platforms. This full-time, exempt position involves creating and overseeing promotional and informative materials for both external and internal communications. The role reports directly to the Executive Pastor and Lead Pastor.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Communication

• Proactively develop strategies to clarify and communicate weekly church messaging in partnership with leadership and ministry leaders
• Work collaboratively with all staff to create consistency in messaging and branding
• Develop systems to organize, prioritize, and communicate promotional items
• Lead all efforts related to creation, strategy, and execution of digital and social media channels

Content Creation & Management

• Design and create graphics, art, videos, and promotional materials for church-wide activities
• Oversee all print and digital materials related to promotions
• Manage social media messaging and advertising campaigns
• Create and manage weekly email newsletter and quarterly print newsletter
• Capture "the story" via photo and video content
• Edit and produce videos for church use

Website & Technical Management

• Oversee and maintain the church's website
• Connect Registrations to Kiosks by integrating them into Display Church
• Create signage and direction projects that coordinate with overall communications theme

Team Leadership

• Enlist, equip, and encourage qualified volunteer teams and interns to accomplish communications goals
• Develop and maintain the communications department budget
• Other duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor

Qualifications & Requirements

Spiritual

• A heart for the local church and a growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Passion to use communications to reach others

Education & Experience

• Degree in communications, media, or related field, OR
• 2-4 years' experience in communications

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Understanding of copywriting, graphic design, layout, and publishing
• Familiarity with social media platforms and social media marketing
• Experience with search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWords

Professional Skills

• Impeccable copywriting and copy-editing abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong leadership track record
• Ability to take projects from beginning to end
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects
• Action-oriented with focus, passion and initiative
• Builds effective relationships with various stakeholders
• Creative thinking in a fast-paced environment
• Open to feedback and committed to improvement

Core Competencies

• Leadership/Influence
• Initiative/Good Work Ethic
• Teamwork/Collaboration
• Planning and Organizing
• Tolerance for Stress
• Strong communication skills

Working Conditions

Environment

• Office environment with proper heating, cooling, and lighting
• Some travel to various locations and facilities required
• Work performed both inside and outside in various venues
• Potential exposure to healthcare facilities, schools, and other gathering venues

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, sitting and occasional waiting
• Light lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to drive or travel by air, both domestically and internationally
• This is not an hourly position; willingness to perform ministry duties outside regular hours when needed

Mental Demands

• Ability to manage multiple demands on time and energy
• Maintain balance between Spiritual Enrichment, Learning Opportunities, Socialization, Service Opportunities and Needed Services

Employment Status

• Full-Time, Exempt
• Classification: Administrative Staff
• The position description is not a contract for employment, and either party may terminate employment at any time, for any reason

Updated: Sept 2026