Employment

With a large body of believers and a diverse set of ministries and partnerships, it takes a coordinated team of staff and volunteers working in close collaboration to support it all. Currently, we are looking to fill positions nurturing our youngest members and friends in our nursery and Children's Ministry.
For details and applications, see the individual sections.

  • Position Title: Contract Marketing Partner (Individual or Firm)

    We’re seeking a strategic partner who can help us clearly articulate who we are and invite others to Discover More: Together through the ministries of First Lutheran.


    Contract Term: 1 Year (Quarterly Review)


    About the Opportunity

    First Lutheran Church is seeking to contract services with a marketing individual or firm to work with us to tell our story and connect in real and relevant ways with people seeking a place of spiritual meaning and belonging.


    We are a historic, established congregation in the heart of Cedar Rapids with deep community roots. With multiple worship styles, strong children and youth ministries, and meaningful partnerships, we have the substance. Our opportunity is greater clarity, visibility, and consistent storytelling that connects with younger adults and families seeking belonging and purpose.


    Scope of Work

    The selected partner will:

    •    Assess FLC’s market position and clarify our value proposition

    •    Collaborate with leadership to craft a compelling brand narrative

    •    Develop and execute a multi-channel marketing strategy

    •    Build a content strategy and calendar (organic + paid)

    •    Create content for public campaigns

    •    Align visual identity and voice across platforms

    •    Identify community outreach and partnership opportunities

    •    Establish quarterly/annual goals with measurable KPIs

    •    Provide analytics reporting and campaign optimization

    •    Support vendor selection and management


    The Director for Communications will serve as primary contact, with oversight from a church marketing team.


    Ideal Qualifications

    •    Proven experience in brand strategy and digital marketing

    •    Strong storytelling and content development skills

    •    Experience with nonprofits, community organizations, or faith-based groups preferred

    •    Data-driven mindset with demonstrated results

    •    Collaborative, strategic, and execution-oriented


    To Apply

    Please submit the following to Sr. Pastor Steve Knudson at Stevek@firstlutherancr.org:

    •    Brief statement of interest

    •    Relevant portfolio or case studies

    •    Proposed approach and timeline

    •    References