Lead Content Producer

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 Lead Content Producer position exists to create, develop, and execute video, article, 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. May supervise other content producers and/or influence outcomes of other content producers at the discretion of leadership.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Assists leadership with the creative and data-driven development, research, writing, optimization, social media content, and other pieces for traditional and new media as assigned to improve engagement outcomes such as web traffic, social media followers, community following, and so forth.

Content planning:

Researches and stays abreast of current trends in the digital content space as applicable to the ministry brand

Interviews internal and external experts on specified content area

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

Researches authors, influencers, and acquires content for various channels

Monitors, understands, and utilizes qualitative and quantitative data to enhance engagement outcomes

Prioritizes data and finds creative solutions to improve engagement outcomes and grow brand

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

Photography

Optimizes articles for search engine visibility

Wins backlinks

Develops calls-to-action

Maintains good working relationships with marketing department, utilizes marketing data to enhance engagement efforts and grow brand.

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

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

None

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

Pay Range: $66,456 to $79,587

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

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:

Sick Time

Bookstore Discount

Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline:

Priority will be given to applications submitted by May 1, 2026 However, this posting will remain open until filled.

The potential employee start date is May 11, 2026

Posting date: April 1, 2026

Un-posting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

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

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