POSITION PURPOSE: The Director of Communications leads Orangewood Church’s communication strategy across all platforms (print, digital, and physical), ensuring clear and consistent messaging that reflects the church’s mission and engages the congregation and community effectively.

SUPERVISES: Sr. Graphic Designer, Communications Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Director of Communications leads the strategy and execution of Orangewood’s internal and external communications while guiding the Communications team to clearly and effectively share our mission, vision, and values. This role oversees branding, storytelling, and various media to ensure consistent, engaging, and Christ-centered messaging across all channels. Working closely with ministry leaders, the director develops creative campaigns that connect people to our mission of inviting people into the life-changing story of Jesus.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Proven experience in communications, marketing, or media leadership.
Familiarity with church culture and mission-driven communication. Experience working in a church is preferred, with other nonprofit or ministry experience considered.
Strong understanding of digital strategy, social media, branding, and storytelling.
Ability to oversee multiple communication channels and maintain consistency.
Excellent writing, editing, and content development skills.
Experience in the following software programs are preferred: Click Up (or equivalent project management software), Adobe, Canva, ProPresenter, Planning Center.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be an active member of Orangewood Church or willing to become a member within and attend church services regularly. All employees must be evangelical Christians, committed to performing their duties in accordance with the stated mission of the church, Employee Handbook, and the Westminster Confession of Faith.

Company Description

We're Orangewood Church! A church in Maitland, Florida and our mission is “Inviting every person into the life-changing story of Jesus.”

Founded in 1973, Orangewood has grown into a multi-generational community that serves families, students, and individuals across Central Florida. With ministries spanning from children and youth to adults and seniors, we emphasize discipleship, care, and connection through worship, community groups, and pastoral shepherding. We are committed to service both locally—through city partnerships, outreach, and the ministry of our schools—and globally, supporting mission partners around the world.

Together with our largest ministry, Orangewood Christian School, we are growing. It's an exciting time to be at Orangewood!

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