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.

Interested individuals should send their resume and cover letter to jobs@oldstpats.org.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with the leadership team to develop an annual communications plan to support the mission and vision of Old St. Pat’s.
Recruit and engage volunteers for the Marketing and Historian committees to support the Parish.
Manage workflow, turnaround time and performance for staff and contractors
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.
Oversee historical records and documentation for the parish.

Brand

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

Strategy and Execution

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

Operations

Manage marketing and advertising budget
Manages Google Drive of shared content, photography,
Maintains shared drives of logos, imagery and historical items
Participate in Sunday and evening events and activities as needed
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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
Strong computer skills
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.

Old St. Patrick's Church jobs

Director of Marketing and Communications