Bulletin Editor

Overview

Employment Status:
Part Time / 20 hours per week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 12pm
Reports to: Pastor

Summary

The Bulletin Editor is responsible for the design, content curation, and production of the weekly worship bulletin and digital newsletters. This role ensures that all communications are accurate, visually engaging, and aligned with the parish s mission to inform and inspire the congregation. The Bulletin Editor collaborates closely with clergy staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to gather content and consistent voice across all publications.

• Content Gathering & Coordination
  • Collect announcements, liturgical elements, readings, and ministry updates from staff and ministry leaders.
  • Confirm accuracy of dates, names, events, and theological or liturgical details.
  • Maintain a content calendar to ensure timely submission of materials.
• Editing & Writing
  • Edit all bulletin content for clarity, grammar, tone, and theological appropriateness.
  • Write short announcements, summaries, or transitions when needed.
  • Ensure language reflects the values and mission of the organization.
• Design & Layout
  • Format the bulletin using the organization’s preferred templates or software.
  • Arrange content in a clear, readable, and aesthetically consistent layout.
  • Incorporate graphics, scripture passages, hymns, and liturgical elements as appropriate.
• Production & Distribution
  • Prepare final print-ready and/or digital files by established deadlines.
  • Coordinate printing, folding, and distribution with volunteers or staff.
  • Upload digital bulletins to the website, email system, or worship presentation software if applicable.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with clergy to ensure liturgical accuracy and alignment with the worship plan.
  • Communicate deadlines and content needs to ministry leaders.
  • Support other communication efforts (newsletters, social media, website updates) as needed.

Minimum Qualifications To Include Knowledge And Skills

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or English
• Experience
  • At least two (2) years’ experience in graphic design or related field
  • Experience managing social media accounts for non-profit organization
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Creative eye for design and readability
  • Collaborative, patient, and able to work with diverse personalities and populations
  • Comfortable adapting to last minute changes common in worship planning
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Proven intermediate level of proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion. Confidentiality is essential.
  • Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team
• License and Credentials
  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid driver license
  • Valid vehicle insurance

Travel Requirements: Travel requirements for the position include 10% local and 0% overnight.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed. The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.