Communications Assistant

Job Description

General Summary of the Position

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is looking for a creative and passionate individual for an assistant level position who will support the Communications Manager in their mission to deliver superior parish-wide communications. The ideal candidate should consider themselves a true disciple of Jesus Christ, eager to share and spread his / her faith, self-motivated, innovative, and able to perform key tasks independently in a timely manner. This person should have a servant leadership mindset, outstanding work ethic and professionalism, and be willing to operate and thrive in a prayer-based culture. In addition, the ideal candidate must enjoy working in a team environment and is excited to join a growing Catholic community with a vibrant and diverse culture and innovative community. This role will require a firm understanding of our church's vision and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position

• Ministry Team assistance : collaborate with the ministry team and liturgy team to ensure that weekly / regular announcements are developed and edited appropriately for effective communications of all ministry and events through the Newsletter, social media and bulletin and Mass (, Deacon / Pulpit announcements).
• Video : responsible for developing scripts and / or talking points, filming, editing / producing various videos throughout the year.
• Design : responsible for developing several materials and collateral pieces for departments such as liturgy, sacraments and faith formation that represent the St. Francis of Assisi brand and tone.
• Create and publish content for both English and Spanish for parish-wide publications including the Bulletin, Social Media, Website, Newsletter and Digital Displays.
• Assists in managing official social media accounts including development of content to increase use and engagement across all platforms with the expectation of regular and frequent (, multiple times each week) posts.
• In tandem with the Communications Manager, collaborate with Parish Clergy, Staff, and Ministry Leaders to create compelling content and effective marketing plans.
• Manage the overall structure and content of the website while keeping up with current website best practices.
• Act as brand manager, responsible for safeguarding how the St. Francis of Assisi brand is portrayed in all communication including (but not limited to) print, email, social media, web. This includes a consistent tone and style is established and maintained.
• Responsible for ensuring that all bulletin boards, tables (in public areas such as hallways) are updated with the latest information and events from all staff departments as well as ministries.
• Manage and organize all digital assets within database.
• Coach staff and ministry leaders in effective Parish communications
• Assist in communication efforts for the annual Fall Festival.
• In collaboration with Communications Manager, support the execution of the annual marketing communications plan and monthly messaging calendar.
• Oversee and maintain photography and videography volunteers to ensure sufficient quality photo / video at all key parish events (, Fall Festival, Easter Vigil, Confirmations, 1st Holy Communications etc.)
• In collaboration with Pastor, Senior Director of Operations and Communications Director support and execute communication activities around annual fundraising / stewardship and any future capital campaigns including the Bishop's Annual appeal (occurs every January).
• Must be able to track expenses and budgets as well as manage all vendor contracts and ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor, Senior Director of Operations and / or Communications and Marketing Manager

Position Requirements

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