Media and Communication Ministries

First Baptist Church at The Villages is growing congregation in Marion County, FL. Started twenty-five years ago, the church now averages over 500 in attendance each year with an annual budget of 1.7 million. The church is expanding to multi-generational ministry and is poised to reach more people for Christ in a rapidly growing area. Visit the church’s website at https://fbcvillages.org/ to learn more about the congregation.

First Baptist is seeking a dedicated Christian with graphic design and media communication skills to serve as the Media and Communications ministry team member. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, or media development or similar degrees are preferred. The position offers salary, insurance, and retirement benefits. Qualified applicants should send resumes and a cover letter via email to [email protected] or mail to:

           First Baptist Church at The Villages

           Attn: Lead Pastor’s Assistant / Office Manager

           16523 SE 76th Chatham Ave.

           The Villages, FL 32162

Purpose:

·        To coordinate media and communications of FBCATV and provide administrative assistance to the associate pastor in support of the FBCATV’s Purpose: Glorifying God; Mission: Engaging People; and Vision: Being Church, as a member of the church’s staff.

General Responsibilities as a member of the church’s Support Staff:

·        Reflect the spiritual character of a Christ-follower as described in Scripture. This team member benefits from having one or more of the following spiritual gifts: administration, wisdom, helping, discernment, and faith.

• Affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000

·        Relate to church family and guests in a Christ-like manner

·        Respect the confidentiality of people and information

·        Communicate thoroughly

·        Cooperate willingly

·        Collaborate eagerly

Specific Tasks in Media and Communications

·        Coordinate all Church Communication

·        Prepare churchwide communication, both print and electronic in consultation with the pastoral staff.

• Manages the FBCATV Webpage
• Communicates the internet and social media strategy to church leadership.
• Creates print communications for church services (bulletins), discipleship, evangelism, and outreach in consultation with the pastoral staff.
• Gathers content (links, photos, graphics, videos, etc.) for each social media posts and writes the copy for each caption. 
• Listens to weekly services for content ideas (ex: sermon quotes, worship moments, etc.)
• Gathers the required information (photos, links, videos, etc) from ministry leaders, church leaders, and members for posts, as necessary. 
• Works closely with the videographer to capture moments throughout the service.

·        Collaborate with pastoral staff to develop a communication strategy including gathering information, determining how and when to communicate each piece

·        Coordinate with contracted graphic design companies as needed

·        Serve as point of contact with area media (e.g. Villages Daily Sun) regarding church activities, advertising, etc.

Specific Tasks in providing Administrative Support to Associate Pastor

·        Maintain associate pastor’s calendar, schedule appointments, meetings, calls, etc.

·        Maintain files

·        Order supplies, equipment, resources, books, etc.

·        Assist Associate Pastor with organization, document preparation and communication in the following areas: Community Groups, The Vine Bible Study Ministry, Engagement Ministries, Volunteer Events, and Hospitality and Outreach Ministries.

Skills and Abilities  

·       The ideal candidate for this role has a mix of creative vision and technical skill, driven by a strong work ethic and passion for Christ

·       Must be proficient in current media platforms

·       Highly organized, able to meet production deadlines

·       Close attention to detail

·       Problem solving skills

·       Critical thinking