Content Development/Integration Executive Director

Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Focus on the Family Content Development/Integration Executive Director Colorado Springs , Colorado Apply Now Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Executive Director, Content Development and Integration position exists to provide expertise and management leadership in the creation, integration, and exploitation of intellectual property across a variety of channels and media platforms.

This individual guides a cross-functional team of direct and indirect staff and develops processes to ensure that FOF content is created with excellence, and that it is fully utilized across media channels according to the Corporate and KMI strategies, goals, and objectives of the ministry.

Works closely with Senior and Executive Management Teams and other internal and external content developers in development and prioritization of new content and the repurposing of existing content across a variety of delivery platforms.

Provides executive direction and leadership in the development of viable products and services from content concepts provided by KMI leadership

Formulates the strategic vision and blueprint and oversees production of content initiatives not owned by Key Ministry Leaders

Leads the executive oversight of content creation across various mediums such as book publishing, periodicals, curriculums, audio dramas, and other specified products. Supervises the Associate Publisher and Executive Producers to ensure high standards of content quality.

Assesses and tests content to ensure quality standards and needs are met in the eyes of the target audience

Provides executive leadership to the Content Acquisition Board, which reviews new content opportunities, determine ways of exploiting and integrating new and existing content, and recommend / approve projects to be pursued. Supports associate publisher as needed to ensure internal support and promotion of published products

Manages negotiation and approval of author production and licensing contracts, thoroughly reviewing and comprehending all contractual terms, with consultation from legal counsel as needed. Takes executive leadership in cultivating and evaluating publisher and production partnerships and organizational structure.

Manages and makes decisions regarding processes, policies, and procedures for employee-produced work

Serves as an executive level liaison with Focus on the Family’s foreign offices, affiliates, and partners to allow their participation in the content evaluation and development process

Represents Focus on the Family as needed in the areas of content development and exploitation and related subjects

Serves as Division head for administrative, financial and personnel matters

Maintains an up-do-date knowledge of media and production trends

Reviews and assesses project and staff performance

Guides the preparation of the department’s annual budget

Partners with legal counsel

Builds, equips, and maintains a highly motivated, forward thinking, highly creative team

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

Manages 2 direct reports with a staff of about 20. Has P&L responsibility for two of the primary non-donation revenue generating product areas

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Domestic travel, some international travel

This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)

This position is a “position of responsibility” as defined in the Focus on the Family Moral Policy and is subject to the parameters defined therein regarding divorce

This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times

Personal Characteristics:

Decisive, concerned for long-term effectiveness, Self-motivated, assertive, articulate, flexible

Establishes high personal work standards and works to achieve them with internal motivation

Consistently demonstrates strong ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, prioritizing long-term value, and making decisions that benefit the entire ministry.

Maintains a high level of motivation for work despite problem, changes, or daily work demands

Creative and entrepreneurial spirit, passion, and energy

Works easily with creative individuals and teams

Knowledge/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Product Development disciplines, Communications, Marketing, or related fields

15+ years of experience in creative product development, specializing in leading editorial teams and progressively taking on greater responsibilities in business negotiation and profit and loss (P&L) management.

Demonstrated ability to manage projects on time, on strategy, on budget

Prior proven, successful experience working in a variety of media channels, particularly broadcasting, magazine, and publishing

Extensive knowledge of emerging “server based” media channels and trends

Demonstrated understanding and experience with integrating intellectual property across multiple channels

Confidence in contract and vendor negotiations

Thorough understanding of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

Thorough understanding of political, social, and cultural issues that impact the family

Prior experience working in or with foreign offices or worldwide organizations

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

Sensitivity to the needs, cultural sensitivities, and capabilities of FOF global partners

Excellent organizational skills

Polished social and communication skills, both written and oral

Ability to develop strategic and creative plans for multiple function division

Requires considerable ingenuity and judgment to solve complex problems

Ability to manage, mentor, motivate and develop creative staff

Stewardship Requirements:

Responsible for annual budget in excess of $20million

Salary Range: $104,004 to $123,243/yr.

Application Materials Instructions:

Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage

AFLAC

403B Retirement Plan

Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

Sick Time

Holidays

Service Awards

Community Service Days

Bookstore Discount

Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

Medical Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Tuition Reimbursement

Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

Fitness Center

Bookstore Discount

Sick Time

Tentative Search Timeline:

Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 20th, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

The potential employee start date is April 1st, 2024.

Posting date: February 21st, 2024

Posting contact email: [email protected]

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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