Production Manager

PRODUCTION (Creative Photographer/Videographer/Digital Artist) Job Description

The Creative Photographer/Videographer/Digital Artist at Church on the Rock serves as part of COTR's Central Support Team, providing creative support to all locations and auxiliary ministries through high-quality visual storytelling. This role captures and communicates what God is doing across COTR through photography, video, and creative content that supports our mission of helping people become followers of Jesus Christ.

The Creative Photographer/Videographer/Digital Artist reports directly to the XPO and works collaboratively with the Communications Director, Graphic Designer, campus pastors, ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers to create compelling visual content and support creative initiatives across the church.

Key Responsibilities

1. Photography, Videography & Content Creation

• Capture, edit, organize, and deliver high-quality photo and video content for weekend services, ministries, special events, and other COTR needs.
• Create teaching series asset packages, including bumper videos, motion graphics, short intros, promotional content, and other supporting visual assets.
• Produce short-form videos, ministry stories, promotional videos, announcements, and other requested creative projects.
• Provide visual storytelling that effectively communicates what God is doing throughout Church on the Rock.
• Ensure all content is completed according to established deadlines and creative expectations.

2. Creative Collaboration & Communications Support

• Collaborate with the Digital Communications Director, Graphic Designer, campus pastors, and ministry leaders to identify stories and provide creative content for services, social media, marketing, and communications.
• Support church-wide communication efforts through engaging photography, videography, and digital media content.
• Work collaboratively with staff, campus leadership, ministry leaders, and volunteers to develop creative solutions and meet ministry objectives.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and execution of creative projects that support the mission and vision of Church on the Rock.

3. Photography & Videography Serve Team Leadership

• Recruit, develop, schedule, and lead photography/videography Serve Team members across COTR locations.
• Provide direction, coaching, encouragement, and constructive feedback to team members.
• Foster healthy relationships and create opportunities for team members to grow in their skills and ministry involvement.
• Help build a strong culture of creativity, excellence, teamwork, and servant leadership.

4. Media Asset & Equipment Management

• Maintain an organized and accessible photo/video library.
• Ensure timely, organized delivery and storage of all completed creative content.
• Help oversee COTR photography and video equipment.
• Organize and manage digital assets to ensure accessibility and consistency across ministries and campuses.

5. Special Projects & Ministry Support

• Support ministries, campuses, and auxiliary ministries through photography, videography, and creative content development.
• Assist with special events, major ministry initiatives, and other ministry needs as assigned.
• Travel between COTR locations as needed to capture content and support ministry objectives.
• Complete additional responsibilities and creative projects as assigned.

Expected Deliverables

• Approximately 5-7 edited videos per month, including promos, short-form content, ministry stories, and special projects.
• Creative asset packages for teaching series completed according to the established creative calendar.
• Consistent edited photography from weekend services, baptisms, special events, and major ministry initiatives.
• Timely, organized delivery and storage of all completed creative content.

Expectations

• Demonstrates a lifestyle and conduct consistent with biblical values and the culture of Church on the Rock.
• Leads with a servant's heart, integrity, initiative, and a commitment to healthy relationships.
• Receives feedback well and demonstrates a willingness to learn, grow, and adapt.
• Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Works collaboratively across departments, ministries, and campuses.
• Abides by COTR personnel policies and procedures.
• Represents Church on the Rock with professionalism, excellence, and Christ-like character.

Qualifications

• A born-again believer who demonstrates a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and actively supports the mission and values of Church on the Rock.
• Strong photography, videography, composition, lighting, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with professional cameras and creative software platforms such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, and related applications.
• Experience creating motion graphics, video bumpers, and digital assets preferred.
• Creative, organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and changing priorities.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, and campus leadership.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality creative work.
• Current screening form and background check on file.

Time Commitment

Contract Position or Full-Time (40 Hours Per Week)

Availability is expected for assigned weekend services, special events, major holidays, and other ministry needs. Some travel between COTR locations will be required. Editing, production, planning, and project work will be completed according to established deadlines and expectations.