Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

New Birth Missionary Baptist Church is a vibrant and rapidly growing ministry located in Lithonia, Georgia. Dedicated to spreading the message of Jesus Christ, New Birth focuses on transforming lives through worship, fellowship, and community outreach. The church serves a diverse congregation committed to spiritual growth, social justice, and community service.

Under the dynamic leadership of Senior Pastor Dr. Jamal H. Bryant, New Birth emphasizes innovative worship experiences that blend contemporary and traditional elements, creating an atmosphere that is both spiritually uplifting and culturally relevant. Dr. Bryant’s visionary leadership and passionate preaching have invigorated the congregation, fostering a community that is engaged, supportive, and mission focused.

With a rich history and a forward-looking vision, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church stands as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for positive change in the greater Atlanta area and around the world. The church’s dedication to fostering a loving, inclusive, and supportive community empowers individuals to live out their faith in meaningful and transformative ways.

Position Summary

The Deputy to the Executive Pastor of Creative/Experience serves as the principal support leader and second-in-command to the Executive Pastor. This individual will operate as a trusted extension of the Executive Pastor, ensuring alignment across teams, advancing key initiatives, and upholding the excellence, creativity, and spiritual integrity that define the New Birth experience. This position requires a competent, proactive, and spiritually grounded leader with exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Communication

● Serve as the primary liaison between the Executive Pastor and internal teams, ministry leaders, volunteers, and external partners.

● Represent the Executive Pastor in select meetings, communicating decisions, vision, and direction with accuracy and clarity.

● Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration and alignment, ensuring Creative/Experience initiatives are executed with excellence.

Strategic Operations

● Assist in developing and driving execution on all Creative/Experience initiatives, including worship planning, production, service flow, and seasonal programming.

● Oversee assigned projects from ideation through execution, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and budgets are met.

● Identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies and proactively implement solutions to improve systems and outcomes.

Project & Event Management

● Plan and execute key events and experiences in collaboration with worship, production, communications, and hospitality teams.

● Support the Executive Pastor in developing creative concepts, content outlines, and logistical timelines for high-impact Sundays and events.

● Conduct post-event and post-project reviews to evaluate wins, challenges, and areas for growth.

Administrative & Executive Support

● Maintain a high-level understanding of all current projects, deadlines, and scheduling priorities for the

Executive Pastor.

● Manage communications, calendar coordination, meeting preparation, and travel planning as needed.

● Draft and edit correspondence, talking points, and creative briefs as requested.

Team Oversight & Volunteer Engagement

● Recruit, lead, and empower high-capacity volunteers and project teams aligned with Creative/Experience needs.

● Create a culture of excellence, creativity, collaboration, and accountability among teams under the Executive Pastor’s leadership.

● Support team development through regular check-ins, training initiatives, and spiritual encouragement.

Ministry Collaboration

● Partner with other ministry departments (Worship, Production, Communications, Youth, etc.) to ensure a cohesive, Spirit-led worship experience.

● Ensure that all messaging, visuals, and experiences remain aligned with the spiritual vision and branding of New Birth.

Fiscal Oversight

● Process invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders related to the Creative and Experience departments.

● Ensure purchases align with budgetary guidelines and maintain accurate records for financial accountability.

● Coordinate with the Finance Department to track spending, forecast needs, and ensure timely vendor payments.

Qualifications & Experience

● Bachelor’s degree required; preferred areas of study include Business Administration, Project Management, Communication, or Ministry Leadership.

● 3–5+ years of experience in high-level executive support, ministry operations, creative leadership, or project management.

● Strong familiarity with church environments, especially large-scale or multi-faceted ministries.

● Proven ability to lead teams, manage high-stakes projects, and operate with discretion and excellence.

Required Competencies

● Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

● Spiritually mature, emotionally intelligent, and relationally strong.

● Skilled in strategic thinking and problem-solving under pressure.

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Planning Center Online, Basecamp, or comparable platforms.

● Demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness, and a drive for continuous improvement.

● Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment with grace and resilience.

● Deep understanding of worship culture, branding, and the importance of the Sunday experience.

Work Environment & Availability

● Primarily on-site with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities as needed for events, rehearsals, or services.

● Travel is minimal but may be required for off-site events or conferences at the discretion of the Executive Pastor.

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