To make it simple, here is what I am looking for:

Partner 1: DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

REQUIREMENTS…
-ABOVE ALL THINGS, MUST LIVE A GOD-FIRST LIFE, HAVE A HEART FOR YOUTH AND MINISTRY, & LIVE IN JACKSONVILLE, FL
-MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING WITH BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
-MUST BE WILLING & PASSIONATE TO TAKE ON THIS PROJECT AS THEIR PRIMARY MINISTRY
-MUST HAVE TIME, TRANSPORTATION & EMOTIONAL COMPETENCY TO HANDLE ALL ASPECTS OF STARTING A NEW BUSINESS
-MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH QUICKBOOKS, SPREADSHEETS, POWERPOINT, & MAINTAINING DATABASES OF CLIENTS
-MUST ENJOY AND BE PROFICIENT IN DEVELOPING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO AID IN THE PRODUCTIVITY OF BUSINESS AND WORKFLOW
-A BUSINESS DEGREE WITH SOME LEGAL AND ACCOUNTING KNOWLEDGE A PLUS
-A PASSION & KNOWLEDGE OF PUBLISHING AND MEDIA ALSO A PLUS

JOB DESCRIPTION…
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS would be in charge of overseeing every aspect of how the business is run and maintained from the state and federal registrations, to the bookkeeping (assigning to an accountant if needed), finding an attorney to stay on top of all legal matters and how business is protected and organized, business insurance, implementing all workflow procedures & best business practices, organizing processes for the maintenance and growth of publication, keeping track of all financial needs/boundaries, merchandise inventory, and any other business need uncovered in future meetings. Initially, Director of Operations would collaborate in the creation of business plan and model, advertising strategy, financial projections, and future goal setting.

MY IDEAL CANDIDATE…
Would be a female either in college studying business or someone with very strong business knowledge/experience that has the time to dedicate and the passion for this magazine’s vision. He/She must be first and foremost a follower of Christ, involved in their church & community, and have prayed for something like this to fulfill their calling for this season of their life. It is important that the chemistry is right and the friendship can be cultivated for this kind of an intense and important partnership. Therefore, I would like to meet everyone interested a few times, in addition to seeing resumes, so that we can both determine if the partnership is right on a spiritual and friendship level.

Partner 2: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

REQUIREMENTS…
-ABOVE ALL THINGS, MUST LIVE A GOD-FIRST LIFE, HAVE A HEART FOR YOUTH AND MINISTRY, & LIVE IN JACKSONVILLE, FL
-MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING WITH MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS
-GREAT COMMUNICATION & PEOPLE SKILLS
-MUST BE WILLING & PASSIONATE TO TAKE ON THIS PROJECT AS THEIR PRIMARY MINISTRY
-MUST HAVE TIME, TRANSPORTATION & EMOTIONAL COMPETENCY TO HANDLE ALL ASPECTS OF STARTING A NEW BUSINESS
-MUST ENJOY & HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH COLD CALLING, NETWORKING, CREATING & MAINTAINING BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS
-MUST ENJOY AND BE PROFICIENT IN THE WEB, MAINTAINING SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS (TWITTER, FACEBOOK, MYSPACE, ETC)
-A MARKETING DEGREE WITH EXPERIENCE/TRAINING IN PUBLISHING A PLUS

JOB DESCRIPTION…
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS would be in charge of overseeing every aspect of media and cultivating and maintaining relationships with church pastors, youth pastors, related ministries, youth organizations, media contacts, and advertising clients. We currently have a spreadsheet of contacts that needs to be maintained and updated. Dir of PR is responsible for being the voice of CSM on the web through the daily maintenance of all social media avenues. Also responsible for press releases, media blasts, and creating a ‘buzz’ about our magazine throughout our city. This will include daily/weekly/monthly contact with churches, youth groups, pastors, advertising clients, etc (whatever is necessary) to partner with as many youth organizations/ministries to continue distribution growth and financial support. Dir of PR is not responsible for any sales, but IS responsible for initiating relationship with potential advertisers and passing along information to CSM sales staff (Unless Dir of PR WANTS to handle the Ad Sales as well). Dir of PR is repsonsible for documenting all communication on spreadsheet and keeping track of all distribution facilities. Finally, Dir of PR will also be required to participate in as many local youth events as possible to represent and speak about CSM to the community (setting up booths, etc). Initially, Director of PR would also collaborate in the creation of business plan and model, advertising strategy, financial projections, and future goal setting.

MY IDEAL CANDIDATE…
Would be a female either in college studying marketing or someone with very strong marketing/PR knowledge and experience that has the time to dedicate and the passion for this magazine’s vision. He/She must be first and foremost a follower of Christ, involved in their church & community, and have prayed for something like this to fulfill their calling for this season of their life. He/She must LOVE people, have a way with words and relationships, and be great at communicating and already have a great network and presence in the community and around the country (if needed). He/She would be a fearless, bold, motivated and happy person not afraid to reach out, take risks and ask for help from others. It is important that the chemistry is right and the friendship can be cultivated for this kind of an intense and important partnership. Therefore, I would like to meet everyone interested a few times, in addition to seeing resumes, so that we can both determine if the partnership is right on a spiritual and friendship level.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED…

Please email me your resume and a cover letter to: info@mycultureshockmagazine.com

Tell me a little bit about who you are personally, where your passions lie in ministry, and where you see yourself in a few years. I would also like to know what led you to sending me your resume and what you know of CultureShock Magazine.

I urge you all to pray before sending me an email, and make sure you do NOTHING without confirmation from God. It is HE who must lead our steps so that His protection, prosperity & abundance is with us in all we do!

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!

Mary Pennington, Editor-In-Chief
CultureShock Magazine
info@mycultureshockmagazine.com