Location
Cleveland, TN combines small-town charm with the conveniences of a growing city. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and minutes from the scenic Ocoee River, it’s a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts who love hiking, kayaking, and exploring nature. The community is family-friendly, with excellent schools and a warm, welcoming spirit. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga, residents enjoy easy access to a vibrant downtown, world-class dining, and cultural experiences—while still benefiting from the affordability and relaxed pace of small-town living. It’s a place where natural beauty and community spirit come together, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.
Mission and Values
Mission: Love God. Find Community. Make a Difference.
Staff Values: Humble. Honorable. Hustle. High-Capacity. Holy. Hospitable.
Staff Culture
The organization thrives on a fast-moving, energetic culture where decisions turn into action. It’s a “work hard, play hard” team that values family, excellence, and innovation. They believe anything worth doing is worth doing well, always striving forward with fresh ideas and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is a clear communicator, passionate about excellence, and driven by purpose. They see the work not just as a job, but as a calling, and find joy in contributing to the team’s mission.
Leadership
Jordan Easley serves as the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Cleveland. Known for his passionate preaching, visionary leadership, and heart for people, Jordan is committed to helping others discover the hope and purpose found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
In addition to his role at First Baptist, Jordan is the founder of ALL IN Ministries, a global broadcast ministry dedicated to spreading the gospel and making a lasting impact around the world. Whether he’s preaching on Sundays, leading mission efforts, or writing books that inspire faith and action, Jordan’s focus is always clear: make disciples, equip believers, and mobilize the Church to live on mission.
Jordan and his wife, Audra, are high school sweethearts who have been faithfully serving in ministry together for over two decades. They live in Georgetown, Tennessee, and are the proud parents of two amazing children, Jailee and Asher who are currently attending Liberty University.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent Creative Arts on the Executive Team
- Lead, develop, and care for the Creative Arts staff
- Direct service planning to ensure excellence and impact
- Strengthen and streamline standards, systems, and processes
- Ensure all campuses thrive with unified vision and consistent ministry approach
Key Qualifications
- 10+ years of leadership in creative arts or communications within a large church setting
- Multi-site church leadership experience (preferred)
- Proven track record of managing and developing people
- Strong alignment with the culture and community of First Baptist Cleveland
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Ministry Opportunity
This is a fantastic ministry opportunity for a high-caliber leader to thrive in the beautiful community of East Tennessee. The ideal candidate brings proven perspective, not just potential—someone who has operated at the highest level and knows what excellence looks like. They carry experience, fresh energy, and a Holy Spirit–led vision to help take the team to new heights in ministry.
The greatest challenges of any growing organization are people and resources. With this new leader, First Baptist Cleveland can maximize current roles, add staff, and strategically align the team. By prioritizing needs and stewarding resources well, the Creative Arts Director will help propel the church into its greatest days ahead.