Director, Marketing and Communications

Chicago, IL (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive10+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Lead marketing and communications for Old St. Pat’s with senior responsibility to align print and digital channels to the parish mission.

  • Must-have: 10–15 years of multi-channel marketing/PR experience (nonprofit/faith preferred).
  • Standout: Proven vendor management and cross-team campaign leadership.
  • Standout: In-person leadership with oversight of a Marketing Advisory group.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Works with the Leadership team to develop and execute 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.
  • Weekly: Develops and stewards printed bulletin, e-blast, social post (IG, FB and LI) and website updates per the annual communications plan.
  • Contribute as a content creator of copy and visuals utilizing the tools noted in the Skills section.
  • Manage workflow, turnaround time and performance of Marketing Coordinator 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 Old St. Pat’s..
  • 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 the parish needs to achieve targeted results.
  • Determine and track KPIs for engagement and outreach

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications or a related field
  • 10-15 years experience in marketing, communications or public relations and across multiple channels (print and digital (social/website))
  • Nonprofit, education or faith-based experience preferred

Preferred

  • Experience with nonprofit, education or faith-based communications preferred
  • CRM Systems
  • Canva
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • WordPress
  • Mail Chimp
  • Livestream/Vimeo

Benefits

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Old St. Patrick's Church

Old St. Patrick's Church located in the heart of downtown Chicago has been a staple in this great city for over a century and continues to seek new horizons in the community. With a membership of more than 3,000 households, we constantly strive to build an organization that reflects the diversity and character of Chicago. Hospitality and welcoming to each person that joins in our mission remains steadfast. Whatever brings you to Old St. Pat's, always know that you are welcome.

Chicago, Illinois, USA
81 employees (12 in marketing)

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (4% of company)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
16.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
40.2%
Direct
46.5%
Referral
3.7%
Social
8.7%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~81
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Director, Marketing and Communications

Old St. Patrick's Church · Chicago, IL · On-site