Content Producer - Marriage and Family Formation

　　Colorado Springs, CO 80920, USA Req #1816

　　Monday, January 22, 2024

　　Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

　　The Content Producer position exists to create, develop, and execute video, web content, social media, and special projects for Focus on the Family. This position exists to assist the Manager and team with key written and video communications across a wide array of media channels for Focus on the Family.

　　Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

　　Conceives, researches, writes, optimizes, and posts content, social media posts and other pieces for traditional and new media

　　Content planning:

　　Researches and stays abreast of current trends in specified content area

　　Interviews internal and external experts on specified content area

　　Researches keywords, trending topics and competition for search engine optimization (SEO)

　　Researches authors and acquires content

　　Publishing:

　　Writes short copy frequently and longer articles and scripts routinely

　　Edits and proofreads copy written by outside authors and other team members

　　Plans, scripts, records, and edits videos for online use, both long and short formats

　　Posts articles, social posts, and videos on appropriate Focus platforms

　　Finds or creates items to supplement written and video content:

　　Images

　　Infographics

　　Quotes

　　Links

　　Assists with maintenance of landing pages

　　Promoting content:

　　Creates and posts social media posts

　　Writes emails and e-newsletters

　　Creates reels or other video content

　　Optimizes articles for search engine visibility

　　Wins backlinks

　　Develops calls-to-action

　　Other Duties/Responsibilities:

　　Participates in team meetings to identify relevant and timely communications topics

　　Researches and writes other communication pieces on behalf of the Family team

　　Documents research

　　Maintains files to document information and quotes used in new content

　　Fact checks content

　　Analyzes successes and failures of content, evaluating trends

　　Seeks training to build new skills

　　Goes through the cycle of pre-planning, production, and post-production

　　Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., printed pieces, photography, voice work, video, music, etc.) for distribution in all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, DVD and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which will be for the benefit of Focus on the Family

　　Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

　　Office environment

　　Must be able to carry and lift 25-50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time

　　May be required to travel 10-15% of the year

　　This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

　　JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

　　Character/Spiritual:

　　Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

　　Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

　　Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

　　Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

　　Engages in Christian ministry

　　Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)

　　Personal Characteristics:

　　Lives with integrity derived from Biblical values and demonstrates standards of conduct that meet or exceed company and/or legal requirements

　　Ability to handle stress associated with changing priorities and multiple tasks

　　Results oriented, self-motivated, and committed

　　Able to receive feedback well

　　Detail oriented and systematic

　　Diplomatic; articulate; decisive; approachable; flexible; concern for long-term effectiveness

　　Positive and encouraging attitude with ability to motivate/encourage peers

　　Team player; trustworthy; reliable

　　Coachable, able to redirect work priorities and assignments as requested

　　Creative thinker, effective problem-solver

　　Knowledge/Experience:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Digital Communication, Film and Production, Communications, English, or Journalism (or related field)

　　Videography skills such as composition of scenes and subject, familiarity with film audio and understanding lighting production process among other things

　　Familiarity with social platforms and producing for social platforms

　　General content management system (CMS) experience required; knowledgeable in website content best practices and content management frameworks; WordPress and SiteCore proficiency preferred

　　Working knowledge of Focus on the Family’s mission, values, and objectives

　　Computer knowledge in a variety of Microsoft Office Tools (required: Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint)

　　Experience with Adobe Premier

　　Experience with an image management system (Canva, etc.) or equivalent preferred

　　Familiar with AP style

　　Basic HTML knowledge beneficial

　　Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

　　Excellent communication skills

　　Strong strategic, conceptual, and creative thinking

　　Strong attention to detail

　　Excellent organizational and administrative skills

　　Ability to adjust quickly to meet a goal and/or changing circumstances (changed work schedules, strategic direction, etc.)

　　Ability to manage multiple content projects simultaneously

　　Exceptional analytical ability with logical thought processes

　　Can work well under time pressure, ability to manage numerous and sometimes conflicting objectives, projects, and/or activities at the same time

　　Strong planning and time management skills

　　Ability to assemble clear, concise, and accurate project documentation

　　Ability to resolve conflicts, disagreements, and misunderstandings

　　Maintain a cool and calm demeanor under pressure

　　A personal, well-mannered, humble, and engaging temperament is critical

　　Gifted in crafting engaging stories in all media types

　　Must be a team player and collaborative personality

　　Must work well with, and take direction from, a wide range of individuals

　　Video production skills

　　Additional Adobe Suite skills beneficial

　　Salary Range:$58,236 to $67,077/yr

　　Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

　　Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

　　Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

　　Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage

　　AFLAC

　　403B Retirement Plan

　　Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

　　Sick Time

　　Holidays

　　Service Awards

　　Community Service Days

　　Bookstore Discount

　　Fitness Center

　　Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

　　Medical Plan

　　Dental Plan

　　Vision Plan

　　Life Insurance

　　Disability Insurance

　　Flexible Spending Accounts

　　EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

　　Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

　　*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

　　Fitness Center

　　Bookstore Discount

　　Sick Time

　　Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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　　Colorado Springs, CO 80920, USA