Job Overview
Are you passionate about communication, storytelling, and ministry? Do you have a gift for crafting messages that inspire, inform, and connect people? At The Orchard, we believe stories of lives changed can point people to Jesus. We're seeking a Communications Manager to lead and coordinate internal and external communications that support our mission, strengthen engagement, and help communicate the vision God has given our church. This role is ideal for a creative, organized leader who enjoys collaborating with ministry teams, managing projects, and leveraging modern communication tools to reach people effectively.
Job Description
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with church leadership to create effective communication strategies and messaging.
- Tell the story of The Orchard through life-change stories, video, social media, interviews, newsletters, and digital content.
- Support pastors and ministry leaders in communicating vision, priorities, and ministry initiatives.
- Implement and evaluate communications that align with The Orchard's mission, vision, values, and brand.
- Stay current with emerging communication trends, tools, and strategies.
- Oversee the communications budget and lead the communications team.
- To see more details click here -> Communications Manager Full Time
What We're Looking For
- A growing follower of Jesus with a solid understanding of the Gospel.
- Alignment with the EFCA Statement of Faith and The Orchard's Statement on Human Life and Marriage.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Creative Writing, or a related field.
- Three or more years of communications, marketing, or public relations experience.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong verbal communication and project management abilities.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Self-starter with a positive, collaborative attitude.
- Local church or ministry communications experience is a plus.
Schedule & Compensation
• 40 hours per week
• $55,000 – $70,000 based on skills and experience
Nonexempt, Ministerial
Why Join The Orchard?
Ministry at The Orchard is more than a job. It's an opportunity to use your communication gifts to help people grow in faith, hope, and love. You'll work alongside a passionate team, tell stories of transformed lives, and help advance the mission of the church through meaningful and effective communication.