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Communications Manager
The Communications Manager partners with the Content & Marketing Director to develop and implement
communications plans that support The Woodlands Methodist Church’s mission to reach people for Jesus Christ,
disciple them in faith, and help those in need. This role translates ministry priorities into clear, consistent messaging
that engages internal and external audiences.
Working with pastors, campus leaders, ministry directors, and creative teams, the Communications Manager helps
create a unified communications experience across campuses while allowing each campus to communicate
appropriately within its local context. This position supervises the Copywriter and supports social media
coordination in partnership with the staff responsible for social media.

Physical Requirements
• This position requires sitting, standing, walking, lifting, reaching, and crawling.
Other Specifications
• Department: Creative Services
• Reports to: Content & Marketing Director
• Position Type: Full-Time;
• Schedule: 40 hours/week*, Monday-Friday, in office
*As is typical for ministry, this position requires a flexible schedule including evenings, special events, holiday services, and occasional
travel between campuses or off-site locations as required.
• Compensation: Dependent on experience
• Benefits: Full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, 403(b)

Key Responsibilities
Communications Strategy
• Develop and execute annual, quarterly, and initiative-specific communications plans in partnership with the
Content & Marketing Director.
• Align communications priorities with the church’s annual calendar, ministry goals, Advent, Easter, sermon
series, and special initiatives.
• Determine appropriate audiences, communication channels, timing, and messaging for major initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to translate organizational priorities into clear, compelling communication.
Multi-Campus Coordination
• Serve as a communications partner to campus pastors and campus leadership teams.
• Establish communication standards and processes that create consistency across campuses.
• Coordinate campus-specific communication needs while protecting the overall church brand and voice.
• Facilitate regular communication meetings with campus representatives.
• Identify opportunities to share resources and best practices across campuses.
Content and Messaging
• Develop and edit announcements, email campaigns, web content, social media copy, promotional materials,
and internal communications.
• Help establish messaging for major church initiatives and campaigns.
• Maintain a consistent tone, voice, and theological alignment across communication channels.
• Work with ministry leaders to turn complex information into clear, audience-focused messaging.
• Review communications for accuracy, clarity, grammar, and brand alignment.
Digital Communications and Social Media Coordination
• Coordinate content and messaging for the church website, email platforms, mobile app, social media, and other
digital channels in partnership with the teams responsible for those platforms.
• Coordinate social media messaging, timing, and campaign needs with the staff responsible for social media.
• Coordinate digital campaigns and monitor engagement to inform future communications.
• Partner with creative team members on graphics, video, photography, and other visual content.
• Work with website and digital platform staff to keep published information current and accurate.
Communications Planning and Workflow
• Coordinate communications plans for major events and initiatives from planning through execution in
partnership with Creative Services Managers and other creative staff.
• Maintain editorial calendars, communications timelines, deadlines, and approval processes.
• Coordinate stakeholders and departments to ensure messaging, content, and approvals are ready on schedule.
• Develop repeatable communication processes that improve efficiency and reduce last-minute requests.
Brand Management
• Serve as a steward of the church's brand identity and communication standards.
• Maintain brand guidelines and help staff understand how to use them.
• Review major external-facing communications for consistency and quality.
• Help ensure that campus communications feel connected to the broader church identity.
Internal Communications
• Support staff communication across campuses and departments.
• Develop internal newsletters, announcements, staff updates, and leadership communications.
• Help create systems that keep staff informed about church-wide initiatives and changes.
• Partner with Human Resources and leadership when appropriate on organizational communications.
Staff Supervision and Ministry Support
• Supervise the Copywriter, providing clear priorities, direction, feedback, and support for professional
development.
• Coordinate writing assignments and review copy for accuracy, clarity, tone, and alignment with ministry
objectives.
• Support church-wide initiatives, campaigns, seasonal programming, and special events as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications and Strengths
• Exemplify the core values of The Woodlands Methodist Church:
• Live Faithfully – integrate your beliefs, values, and principles into your professional life.
• Love Compassionately – foster a caring and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and
supported.
• Embody Integrity – trust and be trustworthy, demonstrate consistency in actions and values, and respect
confidentiality.
• Offer Encouragement – foster a positive work environment by expressing appreciation, offering
constructive feedback, and providing support and resources when able.
• Remain Teachable – demonstrate a genuine desire to learn, an open mind, and a willingness to put in the
effort to improve.
• Be Accountable – take ownership of tasks and responsibilities; consistently practice clear, open
communication (verbally or via email), learn from mistakes, and seek continuous improvement.
• Multiply Yourself – search for ways to be more efficient and productive; maximize your impact and
productivity, leverage the resources and skills available.
• A strong and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to the mission of TWMC.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent
professional experience.
• 3–5 years of professional communications, marketing, or related experience.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders, pastors, ministry leaders, and creative professionals.
• Strong understanding of digital communication channels.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Preferred: Experience working in a large or multi-campus church.
• Preferred: Experience with church communications, ministry environments, or nonprofit organizations.
• Preferred: Experience with email marketing and website content management systems.
• Preferred: Familiarity with social media strategy and analytics.
• Preferred: Experience managing a communications calendar or project-management system.
• Preferred: Understanding of church culture and ministry environments.
• Strategic thinking, sound judgment, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to ministry.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, support staff development, and maintain confidentiality when
appropriate.