Darrel Girardier
Communications Director
Brentwood, Tennessee
I’m known for fostering team cultures that are fast, deliberate, and candid. I enjoy helping organizations build sustainable systems that create an environment for clear communication and vision.Currently, I serve as the Communications Director for Brentwood Baptist Church. Brentwood Baptist Church has nine locations throughout the Nashville area and is in the top 100 Outreach Magazines’ fastest-growing churches.Previously I served as a Creative Director at LifeWay Christian Resources, overseeing the creative development of resources for events and publishing.
My Work
2020-Present
Communications Director at Brentwood BaptistCurrently reorienting the team from a print-based client model to a digital-first partner model. Overseeing digital, marketing, design, and video production for Brentwood Baptist and its eight campuses.2013-2020
Digital Strategy Director at Brentwood BaptistOverhauled their digital strategy to put the organizations’ life at the forefront of their digital communications. Standardized their systems and scaled communications to accommodate multiple campuses.2012-2013
Head of Creative Development at LifeWayOversaw creative for all media within LifeWay Church Resources. Establishing creative for product lines such as a new curriculum called The Gospel Project and Bible Studies for Life. Responsible for creative on all streaming events, including Secret Church with David Platt, Living Proof Live with Beth Moore, and Going Beyond with Priscilla Shirer.2008-2012
Creative Director at LifeWayLed a team to craft creative content for 30 different events with over 400,000 attendees spanning all age groups. Led creative development for Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, and other authors. Increased team throughput by 100% with only a 10% increase in staff. Developed and maintained branding standards for LifeWay's flagship event brands. Implemented Phase 1 of LifeWay's events mobile app strategy. Launched mobile apps for LifeWay Kids and LifeWay Women.