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First Baptist Dallas is a thriving church community living for Jesus Christ. We have been serving and doing ministry for over 150 years. First Baptist Dallas was built on the Bible and continues its mission to “Transform the world with God’s Word…one life at a time.”
We seek Christ-centered professionals who want to join a team of disciplined and talented superstars committed to working together to accomplish our mission. The Social Media & Communications Associate is responsible for growing, planning, creating and executing content for all social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) for the ministry of First Baptist Dallas. The Social Media & Communications Associate will assist in project management needs for the Communications Department including content creation, email marketing, copy editing, and more.
Essential Responsibilities:
Develop an optimal posting schedule, considering web traffic and engagement metrics
Advanced planning of social media campaigns using applicable systems
Assist in public relations needs including writing press releases and fielding inquiries
Create and execute a quarterly boulder grid consisting of problems, goals, and opportunities
Research audience preferences and discover current online trends
Work with Communications Team to create engaging text, image, and video content
Focus on converting Social Media followers to on-campus visits
Stay up-to-date with changes in all social platforms ensuring maximum effectiveness
Monitor and respond to comments as appropriate
Report on performance metrics and sentiment
Oversee social media accounts’ layouts and keep them updated
Assist the Communications Manager in churchwide and ministry-related project needs
Aid in Email Marketing in Communications Department
Copy editing print and digital outlets
Provide staff with social media guidance and encourage sharing of posts
Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Communications
Spiritual
Fully committed to the Mission and Core Values of First Baptist Dallas
Fully committed to the Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and overall church ministry
Fully committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings professionally and personally
Fully committed to demonstrating characteristics that reflect a person of faith and a lifestyle of biblical integrity
Professional & Education (Certifications or Licenses)
Embody the Green Team Characteristics and work according to Operating Principles
Must have a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or equivalent
1 – 2 years of professional Social Media or Communications employment experience preferred
Availability to be on call for Social Media/ Communications duties as needed
Proficient with Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Proficient with Microsoft Office; Adobe Acrobat; Dropbox
Prior experience with Project Management software
Must also be comfortable with digital platforms, iOS platform preferred
Must demonstrate a capacity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environment and be readily assessable throughout the day to continually address any Social Media/Communications concerns and manage an online presence.
Physical
Ability to work effectively using a personal computer for long periods
Ability to sit for long periods