Director of Marketing and Communications

Opportunities at Parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago

Director of Marketing and Communications

Hours:

Full time

Parish:

Old St. Patrick's Church
711 W. Monroe Street
Chicago, IL

Description:

As a key member of the Old St. Patrick’s Staff Team, the Director of Marketing and Communications will develop and execute the strategy to represent Old St. Pat’s to both internal and external audiences, grow engagement and deepen affinity.

The Director will report to the Chief Development Officer and work closely with the leaders of Old St. Pat’s various ministries to ensure that messaging is reflective of the respective groups’ goals and objectives. The Director is responsible for building relationships with various internal and external constituencies of Old St. Pat’s.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works with the leadership team to develop an annual communications plan to support the mission and vision of Old St. Pat’s.
2. Recruit and engage volunteers for the Marketing and Historian committees to support the Parish.
3. Manage workflow, turnaround time and performance for staff and contractors.
4. Secure and work with vendors/contractors, including graphic designers, printers, videographers, photographers, and public relations agencies as needed to support events, programs, and revenue appeals.
5. Oversee historical records and documentation for the parish.

Brand:

1. Ensure consistency and quality of brand narrative and identity in all communications efforts across all ministries and departments.
2. Provide regular updates to the style and brand guide.
3. Provide guidance to staff on marketing best practices.
4. Create storytelling to support brand.

Strategy and Execution:

1. Lead development of strategic direction for all print and digital vehicles (includes design, content, infrastructure and delivery) for all church events and individual ministries.
2. Provide campaign support and recommendations for advancement, ministry programs and parish needs to achieve targeted results.
3. Determine and track KPIs for engagement and outreach.
4. Participate in weekly preview meetings.
5. Oversee design, content and production of publications including the weekly bulletin, e-newsletter and special e-blasts, social, web, banners, and other collateral.
6. Ability to do hands-on implementation, as needed.
7. Produce annual stewardship report.
8. Actively distribute press releases and evaluate effectiveness of outreach.

Operations:

1. Manage marketing and advertising budget.
2. Manage Google Drive of shared content and photography.
3. Maintain shared drives of logos, imagery and historical items.
4. Participate in Sunday and evening events and activities as needed.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education:

● Bachelor's degree in marketing or communications or a related field.

Experience:

● Five years experience in marketing, communications or public relations and across multiple channels (print and digital)
● Nonprofit, education or faith-based experience preferred.

Skills:

● Strategic thinking; creative and forward thinker, excellent writing, editing, some design ability; Highly organized with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and campaigns with competing deadlines.

● Adept using the following programs, for campaign design and execution: Canva, Asana, Adobe Creative Suite (including video), Google Office Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Livestream/Vimeo, Facebook/Instagram/TikTok/Linkedin, Podcast studio and Podcasts, Website best practices and updating, Custom Apps.

● Must demonstrate understanding, respect and support for Catholic Church mission and values.

Special Directions:

Internal Candidates (existing employees) – Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Internal Candidate – Job Title – Full name”
External Candidates - Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Job Title – Full name”.