NFU is presently seeking a communications coordinator. POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Communications Coordinator Supervisor: Director of Communications Organization: National Farmers Union, Washington D.C. Date: July 2013 OVERVIEW Assist the Director of Communications with all department-related activities and other departments with special project requests. PRINCIPAL DUTIES • Create layout and content for printed and electronic newsletters. • Compile and distribute daily news clips relevant to the work of the organization. • Work closely with other departments and member state organizations to gather news and member profiles. • Maintain and update website, blog and other social networking sites. • Create and integrate graphic designs and video production for use in presentations, websites, brochures, publications and other projects. • Write news releases, newsletter and website content for placement in industry and national news outlets • Write op-eds, columns, etc., and pitch for media placement • Create informational materials and issue talking points. • Take photographs and video at organizational events and conferences, including the annual convention. • Develop video and audio media projects including distribution of recorded radio interviews. • Monitor news stories about NFU and its state divisions. NOTE: The duties listed are not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties assigned any individual employee are at the discretion of management. EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS • Requires a combination of college level coursework plus some work experience or internship in communications, • journalism or closely related activities. Attention to detail and enthusiasm for a PR career, with initiative to help • increase Farmers Union exposure in the press required. • Agriculture background preferred. • Experience with Mac OS, Adobe In Design, Photoshop, and Illustrator preferred. • Experience in working with print and production companies is a plus. • Experience with Final Cut Pro, along with experience using WordPress, Joomla or similar web content management systems a plus. PERSONAL SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES • Demonstrated ability to understand various current technologies and their application or integration into a business environment. • Project a professional image through personal and phone interactions. • Self-starter with an ability to prioritize tasks. Salary commensurate with experience. Closing Date: Open until filled Please send a cover letter with salary requirements, resume and two writing samples to nationalfarmersunion@gmail with “Communications Coordinator” in the subject line.
Posted on: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 14:09:18 +0000
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