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Do you have a passion for and experience in managing multi-faceted projects from beginning to end? Are you a detail-oriented, strong team player? Be a part of the communications team that is helping to make Bible translation and language development possible, through the various media produced to impact people’s lives! For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support Able to work in the US   Brief Description   Manage the schedules and production requirements of all print and digital projects, processes, and activities.   Responsibilities Meet with project “owners” to initiate communications project requests and creative briefs Work with communications director to manage project timelines and capacity Plan the production of publications with leadership and departments Establish production priorities and schedules Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively   Education and Experience 3–5 years previous project management experience, preferably with print/digital communications JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.   JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.   JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.   JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation

Do you enjoy recording quality audio and have the technical skills to go with it? Would you like to have your audio recordings make eternal impact by helping make Bible translation possible?             You will record audio files like Speeding the Word radio broadcasts that are heard nationwide, and capture stories that communicates how God’s Word translated into the mother tongue impacts lives and communities.  Brief Description   Produce and complete all aspects of audio recordings for corporate promotion.   This is a 0.5 FTE (20 hrs.) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Implement the technical aspects of setting up, recording, editing, and producing audio files Strive to deliver the utmost in sound capability and quality Record interviews and narrations, capture sound bites, edit audio files, produce, duplicate, distribute files and more Work with video editors to synchronize video with audio tracks Perform administrative duties as productions are being completed Manage the auditorium sound board, including equipment operation and assessment of needs Work in a variety of situations and environments which may present difficult challenges May entail work on Saturdays, and/or weekend travel Expected to take ownership and personal responsibility for learning and developing the skills needed for video production Provide audio services for JAARS staff personal and partner organizations needs as time allows Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience College level training and certification in the operation and maintenance of equipment a plus Experience in soundboards, equalizers, microphones, recording equipment, and mixing consoles At least two years successful experience in audio production required Organization, planning skills, and attention to detail Excellent hearing and manual dexterity Proficient computer skills to manage files, applicable software, including Audacity or Audition software JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation

Videographer/Photographer Are you skilled in telling a story through video and photography? Do you enjoy using music, sound effects and images to enhance a video? Do you like to work as a team to accomplish a project? Consider joining the creative services team either as missionary supported or volunteer staff serving a minimum of 100 hours per month to help make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Imagine your work impacting lives for eternity. Share your resume plus portfolio and/or work products to be considered. Description Produce high quality photography, video, and animation materials for JAARS and staff needs. For full- or part-time volunteer or staff person who raises support  Able to work in the US Responsibilities Provide photography and video production services for organization functions including, but not limited to, corporate promotional materials, personal videos, special events, training sessions, etc. in studio or in the field Work in collaboration with communication team, or client’s script, to produce high quality photography, video, and animation materials Work to meet strategic needs of the Engagement Department and develop use of the brand in keeping with the overall mission of JAARS Offer consultation, technical assistance, and coordination of all facets of video and audio recording and editing from brainstorming of ideas, planning, collaboration with script writer, shooting stills and HD camera video footage, editing, including sound effects, music, images and graphics, to pre-production and post-production Maintain organized files of images, footage, and recordings for archives and repurposing Demonstrate professional craftsmanship and techniques in filming, photography, editing, pre and post production Some travel possible Education and Experience Two years of study in film/video production, and two years minimum position relevant work experience Experienced capturing audio in challenging environments Knowledge of photographic and video production principles Experienced with studio techniques and field lighting environments Creative expertise in development of script/storyboard a plus Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Adobe Photoshop or Final Cut software Self-motivated, has organizational skills, and an effective communicator JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation  

Are you inspired by the idea of getting God’s word to the 600 million people who still have little-to-no Scripture in the language they understand best? Does the idea of getting up in the morning and using your creative and technical skills to support such a task put a smile on your face? If so, we’d like to talk. You? You’re that rare person with a passion for God’s mission here on earth, a well-developed but always-learning engagement with digital communications (i.e. you get websites, social media, digital publishing, responsive design…), excellent writing skills, collaboration instincts, and a self-starter/hands-on mentality. If that IS you, take a look at the job description … and let us know if you’d like to explore the opportunity to do what you love, and what God has gifted you to do, here with JAARS. For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Plan, manage, and/or coordinate the design, functionality, community-building, and interactive elements of digital and social media for JAARS, including JAARS.org, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, text- and app-based tools, e-Newsletters, and more. Ensure positive user experience and seamless integration of content and user profiles across digital/social channels. Confer with design, editorial, and fundraising staff to specify and implement functional and interactive components necessary for building online and mobile awareness, traffic, and engagement. Create and implement collaborative strategies for supporting the community relations, donor development/relations, and other strategic initiatives at JAARS. Keep up to date on the latest digital and social media strategies, platforms, and trends. Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively  Experience Desired Excellent skills in using various digital and social media platforms effectively Demonstrated professional and/or personal experience of three or more years Demonstrable aptitude and engagement with a range of social and digital media platforms Creative writing and design experience Balanced approach to independent work and a self-starting/self-directed expertise with an easy collaboration across various internal stakeholder groups Minimum experience criteria may be waived based on personal experience JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation