San Angelo, TX (eager to relocate)
325.716.4258
kylemhooks@gmail.com
kylemhooks.com
Hi! I’m Kyle.
A dedicated, versatile and eclectic ministry professional with a strong background in pastoral ministry, media production, and operations management. With such a diverse work history and skill set, I'm eager to discuss my unique experiences and skills in an interview.
I’ve been married to my wife, Megan, for 15 years and we have 3 daughters and two dogs.
I hold a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry with a focus on pastoral counseling and have served as an Associate Pastor for over a decade, where I significantly grew youth and young adult ministries and managed media operations. My experience spans various roles, including leading content creation for a startup marketing agency, owning and operating a real estate media business, and providing hands-on support for rural real estate development.
In 2021, I took a unique opportunity to travel full-time with my family, enriching our lives with new experiences while exploring the world together. My diverse skill set includes multilingual communication, various trades and mechanical skills, pastoral counseling and a deep commitment to serving others. Whether managing complex logistics, creating compelling visual media, or providing compassionate pastoral care, I bring a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and leadership to every endeavor.
Texas Oct 2007 - May 2009
Operated and maintained heavy equipment, assisted in logistics and provided feet on the ground for a rural real estate development company.
Lake City, CO Summer, 2022
Managed facilities, logistics, and event coordination for Christian retreats in Lake City, CO, ensuring seamless operations and guest satisfaction.
23 of the Lower 48 States 2021 - 2022
Or: That time my family and I sold everything and traveled fulltime
The timing seemed right, and we had the money, so my wife and I hit the road with our kids while we’re still young!
San Angelo, TX 2020 - 2021
Provided visual media for marketing homes & rural property, including photo, video, drone and 360° tours
San Angelo, TX 2019 - 2020
I produced commercial media for a startup marketing agency's business clients on both traditional and digital platforms in a variety of mediums including still photography, videography, audio for radio and copywriting.
Secondary to my role as lead content creator, I did outside sales, including prospecting/cold calling and presentations to large groups.
While at Azuma Media, I was the company's consistent revenue leader.
San Angelo, TX 2017 - 2019
I ran a portrait and commercial photography studio in West Texas until I was scouted and recruited away from my private studio by a local marketing agency.
San Angelo, TX 2013 - 2019
I served as the associate pastor at a small Bible Church in West Texas.
After volunteering as the Youth Program Director for 5 years, I was hired full time to do so. I grew both the youth and young adult ministries several fold.
I also managed the church's media operations, including:
• Designing and maintaining a custom website
• Growing the church's social media following by an order of magnitude
• Training a media team to record and live stream videos of the service
• Rebuilding and maintaining the sanctuary sound system
• Playing drums, guitar or bass on the praise team as needed
• Maintaining the church's computer systems
San Angelo, TX 2012 - 2017
Provided pastoral care at the hospital as a PRN staff chaplain, counseling families, patients, and staff during severe injuries, critical illnesses, and end-of-life scenarios.
San Angelo, TX 2012 - 2017
Wrote a weekly column in the Faith section of the Standard-Times called "Looking Up." Issues are archived at lookingupfrombelow.com
San Angelo, TX 2009 - 2013
Maintained and performed light programming duties for gosanangelo.com. Supported the business computing needs of the local business unit. Worked with corporate Systems Administrators to help meet the needs of the Enterprise
San Angelo, TX 2007 - 2009
Lynchburg, VA 2011-2014
Master of Divinity, Pastoral Ministry
San Angelo, TX 2005-2009
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
In ministry, the soft skills are the most important
I have been telling stories with a camera for over 15 years.
I understand how to distribute content as well as create it.
I have extensive experience administering Windows, Linux & Mac OS