Film & Social Media Manager

Bring your leadership, creative direction, and production expertise to a team passionateabout sharing the Gospel through high-quality, meaningful content.

The Woodlands Methodist Church (TWMC) is seeking a Film & Social Media Manager to lead the Video Team. This role oversees video and photography production from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with TWMC’s mission, brand, and communication strategy. The Video Production Manager leads creative execution, manages team workflow, and ensures consistent, high-quality content across platforms and ministries.

ROLE PURPOSE

This role exists to:

Lead the execution of video and photography content aligned with content strategyEnsure strong storytelling, visual consistency, and production qualityManage team workflow, priorities, and project deliveryDevelop team members and strengthen overall production capabilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Leadership & Content Oversight

Develop and execute content aligned with the Content and Marketing Director’s strategyTranslate ministry goals into clear creative briefs and production directionEstablish and maintain visual storytelling and brand standardsGuide storytelling approach, pacing, and visual style across all contentReview and approve day-to-day deliverables for distribution readinessEnsure final content aligns with messaging, platform, and ministry goalsProduction & Project Management

Oversee video and photography production from planning through deliveryServe as a hands-on contributor by capturing video/photo content and editing projects as needed, especially for high-priority or time-sensitive deliverablesManage project timelines and production schedulesCoordinate shoot planning, staffing, equipment, and execution readinessLead efficient execution across services, events, campaigns, and ministry needsMaintain organized asset management and archival systemsIdentify workflow challenges and implement process improvementsTeam Leadership & Development

Lead and oversee the Video Team, including:

· Videographers / Photographers

Assign projects and manage workload across the teamProvide coaching, feedback, and professional developmentConduct performance evaluations and support growth plansFoster a collaborative, healthy, and high-performing team culture· Cross-Team Collaboration

Partner closely with the Content and Marketing Director, Social Media Team, and ministry leadersAlign video content with broader communication and storytelling strategyEnsure deliverables are optimized for platform distribution (social, web, in-service)Communicate priorities, timelines, and production needs clearly across teamsROLE OWNERSHIP

Primary Accountability: Creative execution, production quality, and team leadershipSecondary Accountability: Workflow efficiency and team developmentDecision Authority: Owns execution decisions and production quality; strategic direction and major initiative approvals that align with the Content and Marketing DirectorCORE COMPETENCIES

Strong leadership and team development skillsAdvanced storytelling and creative executionDeep understanding of video production and post-production workflowsStrategic thinking and project managementHigh attention to detail and qualityAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and cross-team collaborationQUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of professional video production experience2+ years of leadership or team management experience preferredStrong portfolio demonstrating high-level storytelling and production workAdvanced proficiency in video production and editing tools (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve)Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom)Experience managing multiple creative projects and teamsStrong understanding of live-event, studio, and storytelling productionExcellent organizational and leadership skillsChurch or nonprofit experience is a plusBachelor’s degree in a related field preferredSUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE

Consistently high-quality, on-brand video and photography contentClear and effective execution aligned with content strategyEfficient and scalable production workflowsA growing, skilled, and well-supported video teamProjects delivered on time and aligned with ministry goalsStrong collaboration across departmentsWORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH CONTENT AND MARKETING DIRECTOR

Content and Marketing Director sets overall content strategy, messaging, and prioritiesThe Video Production Manager leads execution and production decisionsThe Video Production Manager provides recommendations on storytelling and visual executionFinal approval on major initiatives and campaigns rests with the Content and Marketing DirectorDay-to-day execution and production approvals are owned by the Video Production ManagerPHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift and operate production equipment (~50 lbs)Ability to stand, move, and assist in production setupsOTHER SPECIFICATIONS

Reports to: Content and Marketing DirectorPosition Type: Full TimeSchedule: Standard work schedule is 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. Some weekends, evenings, and extended hours required during Christmas, Easter, and special events. Occasional travel between campuses and off-site events may be requiredBenefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, 403(b)EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

· I understand this job description summarizes the role of the Video Production Manager and its requirements and that I am expected to satisfactorily perform all duties as assigned. I further understand job functions may be altered periodically.

· I understand this job description is not an implied or expressed contract or guarantee of employment and any implication to the contrary is expressly disclaimed.

ABOUT US

· The Woodlands Methodist Church is a vibrant, multi-site congregation committed to living faithfully, loving compassionately, and sharing the hope of Jesus Christ.

· You’ll be part of a structured, collaborative creative team where your work directly contributes to meaningful stories and real impact.

Benefits:

401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceWork Location: In person