Digital Media, Communication and Programming Specialist
First Church UCC
phoenixucc.org
Challenge
Worship visuals lacked consistency and needed a refreshed, cohesive look
Livestream setup required frequent troubleshooting
Website content was outdated and engagement was low
Social media presence was inconsistent and underperforming
Rental operations relied on paper contracts, manual scheduling, and physical keys
No file structure or documented procedures existed for media, rentals, or communications
Staff spent unnecessary time coordinating rentals and replacing lost keys
The church needed modern, efficient systems to support growth and outreach
My Role
Media & Communications Lead
Website & Social Media Manager
Rental Manager
Designer, technician, and workflow optimizer
Responsible for improving visual identity, digital engagement, and operational systems
Process
Media & Communications
Met with leadership weekly to align on service themes and communication priorities
Audited existing slides, livestream workflows, and digital materials
Designed new templates for worship slides, announcements, and social graphics
Produced weekly visuals aligned with each service’s message
Operated audio/video equipment during services
Improved lighting, sound, and camera setups for a more polished livestream
Implemented new processes to reduce setup time and technical issues
Coordinated with pastors, musicians, and volunteers for smooth service flow
Website & Social Media
Updated and maintained the church website to ensure accurate, timely content
Created and scheduled social media posts across all platforms
Designed graphics and campaigns for events, holidays, and community outreach
Monitored website and social analytics to track engagement and adjust strategy
Strengthened the church’s online presence through cohesive branding and messaging
Increased engagement across all digital channels, contributing to membership growth
Rental Management & Operations
Evaluated the outdated rental process (paper contracts, manual scheduling, physical keys)
Converted all rental contracts to digital, sign‑online documents
Replaced keyed locks with programmable coded locks
Eliminated locksmith fees, key duplication costs, and key‑return issues
Built a dedicated rental website for online booking and contract signing
Automated confirmations and reminders to reduce administrative workload
Standardized rental procedures for consistency and efficiency
Increased rental bookings by 20%
Systems & Procedures
Created a complete file structure for all media, rental, and communication assets
Documented step‑by‑step procedures for every task I was responsible for
Ensured continuity, clarity, and ease of training for future staff and volunteers
Reduced confusion, duplicated work, and last‑minute scrambling