Responsibilities

• Weekly Parish Bulletin
• Facilitate and manage bulletin marketing requests from key stakeholders.
• Coordinate the weekly bulletin theme/design.
• Compile, layout and edit bulletin information and images.
• Proofread for accuracy.
• Upload publication for printing and oversee timely bulletin shipping.
• Oversee the printing and insertion of bulletin inserts.
• Coordinate and make timely, pertinent copy/cover changes with Liturgical Publications.
• Electronic Communications
• Write, edit, and publish the weekly Flocknote publication, ensuring it is in sync with major events and bulletin announcements.

Requirements

• 4-year degree required, with a focus in English or Communications preferred
• Minimum of 1-3 years of previous related experience
• Must have graphic art skills, some knowledge of copyright laws helpful
• Exceptional written, oral and editing skills
• Strong command of grammar and the English language
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate and communicate effectively with parishioners, Pastor, Parochial Vicar, and other staff members
• Must be able to work 32 - 40 hours per week, depending on Parish events and activities.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to keyboard

Preferred

• Experience in Flocknote, Canva, SquareSpace, Photoshop and InDesign preferred
• Previous website design experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher required

Benefits

• health and dental coverage, 403(b) plan, HSA, and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms as well
• a 30% employee discount to all employees whose children are attending the parish Catholic school
• PTO including sick leave, vacation and/or personal days, and a minimum of 10 paid holidays a year