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The Sr. Associate Content Contributor position exists to make creative contributions to reviews, articles, books, blogs, videos, radio features, social media, and/or curricula for a particular audience.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reviews entertainment content in various media, potentially including movies, books, television, music, video games, YouTube channels, and social media apps

• Participates in creation of content on various platforms, potentially including writing for the web, video for YouTube and social media, and radio recording

• Creates ancillary content (polls, CTAs, infographics, etc.) as needed and as assigned

• Attends movie review screenings

• Participates in video conversations as assigned; potentially leads video segments as assigned

• Interviews experts and celebrities, both within Focus and in the mainstream, for written, audio and video contexts

• Participates in ongoing strategy and tactical discussions about how best to produce, publish and maximize the impact of created content across all platforms (primary web sites and ancillary social media promotion)

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

• Produces new iterations of legacy content or recent content with the guidance of SEO metrics and analytics

• Edits and/or rewrites manuscripts as appropriate, organizing facts, interview quotes, and other material into the most compelling flow

• Edits manuscripts for other members of the team as needed

• Creates original copy

• Proofreads copy at various stages of development

• Publishes written content to various web platforms, currently WordPress, Facebook, Instagram, and Social Studio

• Maintains currency with target audience through extensive reading, personal contact, and broad-based research

• Interfaces with authors and leaders on issues

• Consults with Orthodoxy and legal counsel on content as required

• Interacts with audience through electronic and interpersonal means (answering emails; web-board communication, etc.)

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Potential opportunities to speak at conferences on issues such as entertainment, technology, and media discernment

• 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., print, photography, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

• None

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

• Office environment

• Some travel possible

• 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 and Statement of Faith; 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

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 Communications, English, or Journalism (or related field)

• General content management system (CMS) experience required; knowledgeable in website content best practices and content management frameworks; WordPress and SiteCore proficiency preferred

• 3-5 years of writing and editing experience to include content management, project management of content editing or similar functions

• Working knowledge of Focus on the Family’s mission, values, and objectives

• Computer proficiency in a variety of Microsoft Office Tools (required: Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint)

• Experience with an image management system (Canva, etc.) or equivalent preferred

• Familiar with AP style

• Familiar with multiple social media platforms

• Basic HTML knowledge beneficial

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

• Strong writing and editing 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

• Must be a team player and collaborative personality

• Must work well with, and take direction from, a wide range of individuals

• Basic video production skills

• PhotoShop skills are beneficial

Pay Range: $60,324 to $72,258

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 June 6, 2026 However, this posting will remain open until filled. 
• The potential employee start date is June 22, 2026

Posting date:  May 6, 2026

Un-posting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: job@fotf.org