Social Media Marketing Manager

Company DescriptionTrinity Church is an affirming Christian community that nurtures connection across generations, fosters a deep spiritual life and delights in curiosity, creativity and service. Through its programs and initiatives, the church aims to support spiritual exploration and meaningful engagement for individuals and families. With a commitment to compassion and service, Trinity Church inspires a positive impact within both the local and broader community. The church is located in the vibrant city of Menlo Park, CA, providing a hub for fellowship and outreach.Role DescriptionTrinity Church is growing, and we’re seeking an entrepreneurial, creative Social Media Manager who thrives on building from the ground up. In this hands-on role, you’ll lead Trinity’s social media presence across platforms—creating compelling content, growing engagement, and helping tell the story of our vibrant church community. This hybrid position combines work-from-home flexibility with onsite work at the church to capture authentic moments, create content, and support occasional key events. You’ll use design software, AI tools, and social platforms to build thoughtful campaigns that deepen connection, expand reach, and invite new people into the life of Trinity. Working closely with the Rector, staff, and talented volunteers, you’ll help shape Trinity’s digital voice and presence during an exciting season of renewal and growth. Primary tasks include creating and curating engaging content, managing the church’s social media accounts, optimizing posts for increased engagement, analyzing audience metrics, and staying updated on digital marketing trends to support outreach and community-building efforts. The role also involves coordination with internal teams to align messaging with the church’s mission and events calendar.What You’ll DoSocial Media Strategy & PlanningDevelop and own Trinity’s social media strategy across key platforms (Instagram,Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.)Build and manage a content calendar aligned with Trinity’s priorities, liturgicalseasons, events, and community lifeIdentify opportunities to grow awareness, engagement, and attendance through digitalstorytellingRecommend and test new platform features, formats, and best practicesContent Creation & StorytellingCreate compelling social content including graphics, short-form video, photography,captions, reels, and storiesCapture authentic onsite content that reflects Trinity’s worship, events, programs, andcommunity spiritTell stories that resonate with both existing members and those exploring Trinity forthe first timeUse AI tools and design platforms to streamline content production and maximizeoutputEnsure Trinity’s social voice is warm, welcoming, creative, and aligned with its valuesCommunity Engagement & GrowthManage day-to-day social posting, scheduling, and platform managementMonitor comments, messages, and engagement—helping foster meaningful onlinecommunityBuild campaigns that increase event attendance, volunteer participation, and newvisitor interestCollaborate with staff and ministry leaders to spotlight important programs andinitiativesPerformance & OptimizationTrack performance metrics across platforms and provide regular insights andrecommendationsUse data to refine content strategy and improve reach and engagementStay current on social media trends, tools, and platform updatesCollaborationPartner with the Rector, staff, and volunteers to bring Trinity’s mission and story to lifeParticipate in weekly staff meetings to align communications with organizationalprioritiesSupport broader brand initiatives including visual identity and website content whererelevantQualificationsRequired3–5 years of hands-on social media management experience, ideally in a nonprofit,faith-based, or mission-driven settingProven ability to create engaging content across social platforms (organic and paid)Strong writing, storytelling, and visual communication skillsExperience with content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut,or similarProficiency with AI tools (ChatGPT, Canva AI, etc.) to improve speed and creativityExperience using social media scheduling and analytics toolsStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects independentlyComfort working collaboratively in a small, entrepreneurial teamPreferredPhotography and/or videography skillsExperience producing short-form video content (Reels, Stories, Shorts)Experience in community-building or audience growth campaignsFamiliarity with faith-based or values-driven organizationsUnderstanding of digital best practices including SEO, audience targeting, and paidsocialPersonal AttributesCreative storyteller with strong instincts for what resonates onlineEntrepreneurial and self-directed—you can build systems from scratchWarm, relational, and community-mindedHighly organized and detail-orientedComfortable balancing strategy with hands-on executionExcited by the opportunity to help a meaningful organization growCompensation, Benefits & Reporting StructureSalary Range: $90,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experienceBenefits Package:Comprehensive health insurance403(b) retirement plan with employer contributionsReports directly to: Rector (CEO of the Church)To Apply: Send a cover letter and your resume to marketing@trinitymenlopark.org