Director - Marketing & Communications

The Director of Marketing & Communications will lead the development and execution of marketing, communications, and public relations strategies to promote the mission, values, and ministries of Ste. Genevieve Catholic Church and Ste. Genevieve Catholic School. The role oversees internal and external communications, branding, digital marketing, social media, website content, publications, enrollment marketing, and community outreach, serving as the primary storyteller to engage parishioners, families, and alumni. This is an onsite position based in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing and communications plan for the parish and school.
• Generate and oversee content for social media, websites, newsletters, email campaigns, annual reports, promotional materials, and other communications.
• Maintain consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity across all channels and publications.
• Support school enrollment, parish ministries, fundraising efforts, special events, and stewardship initiatives.
• Create marketing materials using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools.
• Oversee updates to parish and school websites to ensure content remains current and engaging.
• Coordinate photography, videography, and storytelling that highlight parish and school life.
• Monitor and analyze marketing and social media performance and recommend improvements.
• Build relationships with local media, community organizations, alumni, donors, and parish stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clergy, administration, faculty, staff, and volunteers to communicate important information and celebrate achievements.
• Stay informed on communication trends, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing social media platforms, websites, and email marketing systems.
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and Microsoft Office.
• Basic video production and editing experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Practicing Catholic preferred and supportive of the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Ability to pass required background screenings and diocesan safe environment requirements.

Technologies

• Canva
• Adobe Creative Suite
• WordPress
• Microsoft Office