Communications Coordinator - College Station, United States - Diocese of Austin Catholic Parishes

Diocese of Austin Catholic Parishes

Verified Company

College Station, United States

3 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Essential Job Duties

Bulletin:
Use Microsoft Publisher software to create weekly church bulletin by publication deadline

Website:
Publishing current content, maintaining continuity of themes, designing layout, streamlining navigation, and increasing online presence

Social Media:
Management of social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and myParish app, coordination of electronic media, and promotion of parish events and programs

Announcements:
Prepare written announcements for weekend Masses

Press Releases:
Promote parish events through press releases to the Diocese of Austin, Catholic Spirit, REDC Radio, and other pertinent news outlets

Bulletin Boards:
Update and maintain the campus bulletin boards with print media

Kiosks:
Maintain the print media informational kiosks in the church and in the chapel

Print Media:
Coordinate, create and update all parish print media such as the Welcome Packet, ministry brochures, banners, posters, signs, and event/informational flyers

Brand Recognition:
Update and/or refresh parish logo, letterhead, bulletin cover and other parish identifiers

Photography/Videography:
Take photos and create videos to enhance print and digital communication

Management of volunteers for photography and videography of select events

Edit, organize, and manage digital photo library for public to view (Google Photos or similar platform such as Flickr) and for archival purposes

Pictorial Directory:
Coordinate new pictorial directory for parish

Parish History:
Collect and chronicle parish history through photographs, articles, and other sources

Vision and Mission:
Appropriately display pictures and texts in public places to promote the vision and mission of the parish

Other tasks as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of computer software programs related to print publications, graphics and design, especially Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Elements (video editing), and Canva

Superior communication skills in writing and editing

Basic understanding of website design, as well as publishing and design software

Skilled in photography and/or videography

Creativity in design, written word, and social media posts

Accuracy and attention to detail

Effective planning and organizing

Problem assessment and problem solving

Knowledge and operation of standard office equipment

Flexibility

Adaptability

Able to maintain confidentiality

Professional appearance and cooperative approach

Able to maintain a neat, clean, and safe work area

Willing to assist others

Friendly and approachable attitude with coworkers and visitors

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Trainings_: _High school diploma or equivalent required, College degree preferred
Experience_: _35 years relevant work experience preferred
Language_: English language skills required.
Catholic Requirement_: Preferable.

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