Marketing & Events Coordinator

Now Hiring: Marketing & Events Coordinator
Family Worship Center | Lakeland, FL
Full-Time | On-Site | Salary position

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for people and a knack for organization? Family Worship Center is seeking a full-time Marketing & Events Coordinator to help shape the guest experience, manage our social media presence, and coordinate engaging events that bring our church family together.

Why Lakeland, FL?

Located between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city convenience. Lakeland is one of the fastest growing cities in the country & with over 38 beautiful lakes, historic architecture, and a vibrant downtown, it’s a city full of character and community. One of Lakeland’s crown jewels is the 168-acre Bonnet Springs Park, which was honored as USA Today’s Best City Park of 2025.

Here’s what makes Lakeland a great place to live:

• Outdoor Lifestyle – Enjoy walking and biking trails, lakeside parks, and recreational activities like kayaking and fishing.
• Arts & Culture – Home to the Polk Museum of Art, historic Polk Theatre, and year-round community events.
• Charming Downtown – Shop at local boutiques, grab coffee from artisan cafes, and explore weekend farmer’s markets.
• Central Location – A short drive to Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens, Clearwater Beach, and both Orlando and Tampa International Airports.
• Family-Friendly – Excellent schools, family-focused amenities such as The Florida Children’s Museum & multiple indoor children’s play facilities, and a welcoming community feel.

Main Responsibilities

• Attend staff and departmental meetings
• Prepare and execute an excellent guest experience for Sundays and Wednesdays, including managing the guest experience team & lobby design such as photo ops, print material, displays for different ministries, etc.
• Oversee social media strategy, content planning, and graphic design
• Create and manage volunteer teams & schedules for Guest Experience teams
• Manage graphic design requests and follow up on departmental design needs
• Help plan and execute large-scale events (Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day, etc.)

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in marketing, event planning, & volunteer coordination
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A team player with a collaborative spirit and attention to detail
• Proficient in social media management and comfortable creating graphics
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred, but candidates with a strong portfolio and relevant experience will also be considered

Schedule + Culture

This is a full-time, salaried, on-site position operating Sunday-Thursday. This position also operates on a flex-schedule as needed for events. Sundays and Wednesdays are central to the role, along with planning and prep during the week. You’ll report directly to our Creative VP, along with cross-collaborating with other ministry teams to bring energy and excellence to every touchpoint in our church community.

READY TO APPLY?
Send your resume & portfolio (please do not submit an application without a portfolio, a link to your portfolio is acceptable), and a short note telling us why you’d be a great fit to bwheeler@fwclakeland.org. We can’t wait to meet you!