Jobs: Open Positions

All full-time positions listed below require that the candidate work on location at our studios in Detroit. Due to visa restrictions, we cannot accept international applicants. We are a nonprofit and depend on donations and subscriptions to stay afloat; we will try to provide a salary commensurate with the position, with the understanding that we won't be able to offer the sort of pay a for-profit corporation can. Please keep this in mind when applying.
 

Candidate must be fully invested in the mission of Church Militant. 

Submit cover letter and résumé to maxdouglas@churchmilitant.com.

 

Camera Operator/Video Editor

The new member for our production/post-production team must have a serious work ethic, be able to learn quickly and be detail-oriented, thorough, punctual, reliable, organized, highly efficient and excellent at communication. 

Requirements:

• Competent with camera equipment
• Experience in framing a shot; setting correct exposure, white balance, focus, etc.; using various kinds of microphones and lighting
• Proficient computer knowledge
• Desire and ability to learn multiple software programs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Ability to take direction and work well with other team members
• Willingness to work hours as needed, including nights and weekends

Preferred Software Experience:

• Adobe Premiere
• Adobe After Effects
• Adobe Photoshop

Candidate must be fully invested in the mission of Church Militant.

Submit cover letter and resume to productionchief@churchmilitant.com.

 

News Producer/Reporter (2)

Requirements:

• Minimum of four-year college degree (higher degree a bonus)
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Publishing experience
• Serious work ethic
• Disciplined and organized
• Good working knowledge of current events in the Church and world
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be meticulous, thorough and accurate
• Ability to take direction and receive constructive feedback well
• Excellent memory for details
• Proficiency in online navigation and research

Duties include:

• Daily written articles/reports
• Video production

Candidate must be fully invested in the mission of Church Militant. Remote applicants will not be accepted for the full-time staff writer position. 

Submit cover letter, résumé and two or more writing samples to editor@churchmilitant.com.

 

Internal Site Web Developer, Technology 

We are looking for a skilled Web Developer who will be responsible for developing and/or designing internal websites for the apostolate.

A successful web developer candidate must be fully committed to the Church Militant mission, have a serious work ethic, be able to learn quickly and be detail-oriented, thorough, punctual, reliable, organized, highly efficient and excellent at communication. Preferably, the candidate will have knowledge in JavaScript, HTML, C#, ASP and CSS — experience in the SharePoint platform is preferable but not mandatory, with a willingness to learn.

Web Developer Responsibilities:

• Website and software application designing, building or maintaining.
• Using scripting or authoring languages, management tools, content creation tools, applications and digital media.
• Conferring with teams to resolve conflicts, prioritize needs, develop content criteria or choose solutions.
• Directing or performing website updates.
• Developing or validating test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types.
• Editing, writing or designing website content and directing team members who produce content.
• Maintaining an understanding of the latest web applications and programming practices through education, study and participation in conferences, workshops and groups.
• Back up files from websites to local directories for recovery.
• Identifying problems uncovered by customer feedback and testing and correcting or referring problems to appropriate personnel for correction.
• Evaluating code to ensure it meets industry standards, is valid, is properly structured and is compatible with browsers, devices or operating systems.
• Determining user needs by analyzing technical requirements.

Web Developer Requirements:

• Relevant experience
• Proficient in JavaScript, HTML, C#, ASP, CSS
• Proficient in SQL and SQL Server
• Dedicated team player
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Solid ability in both written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of programming language and technical terminology
• Able to develop ideas and processes and clearly express them
• High degree of independent judgment
• Able to solve complex problems

Submit cover letter and résumé to technology@churchmilitant.com.