Communications Coordinator

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation

WFBF is a voluntary, non-governmental organization financed and controlled by the voting member families (active farmers). The farmer-members elect voting delegates who in turn elect a Board of Directors of eleven people. One district director from each of the nine districts, together with the Women’s Committee Chairman and the Young Farmers Chairman, make up the Board of Directors.

There are 61 County Farm Bureau units in Wisconsin affiliated with WFBF, which is a member of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau is active in media relations, public relations and member communications activities to keep the media, public and its members informed of ag issues and Farm Bureau's involvement in representing farmers. This includes working with the media, communicating with members, and training members to be effective spokespersons for agriculture.

Farm Bureau uses all web, radio, newspaper, television and social media to communicate its message about its work for farmers and how agriculture is important to our daily lives.

Farm Bureau handles close to 400 inquires from reporters a year, and produces a weekly radio program that is carried on more than 30 radio stations in Wisconsin.

Farm Bureau works with agricultural reporters and the state’s media to get information about agricultural issues to farmers, legislators, and consumers. Farm Bureau has built credibility over the years by providing timely and accurate information and commentary on important farm and food news.

Farm Bureau keeps members informed on state and national ag issues, and provides useful resources for members.

Farm Bureau’s official member magazine is published six times a year. It contains summaries of issues facing Wisconsin agriculture, commentary on Farm Bureau’s involvement, and news about Farm Bureau events. Ag NewsWire - This weekly “subscription only” email newsletter is sent to voting members to keep them up-to-date on state and national issues, Farm Bureau’s involvement, and any legislative action required by members.

http://www.wfbf.com

Position Details

Communications Coordinator
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
5/16/2012
Southwest Wisconsin
Madison, WI

Write, edit and design effective copy as well as limited design for newsletters, magazine articles, web pages, brochures, press releases, advertising, annual reports, direct mail and other communications to assist the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF) in its mission. 

Responsibilities include:

  1. Coordinate the editing, layout, proofing and printing of county Farm Bureau newsletters.
  2. Writing and editing copy for newsletters, web pages, brochures, press releases, and other WFBF communications.
  3. Provide content, coordinate and maintain the organization’s website.
  4. Provide graphic design and layout of the organization’s communications.
  5. Take photographs of Farm Bureau events and members. Maintain an agricultural photo library for use in website and publications.
  6. Assist in coordinating responses to media inquiries and social media relations with the Executive Director of Public Relations.
  7. Contribute to the ongoing development of the organization’s style guide.
  8. Assume other duties as requested by the Executive Director of Public Relations.

Requirements include:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, English, marketing or a related field.
  2. A basic understanding and appreciation of Wisconsin’s agriculture industry.
  3. Ability to proactively work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively juggle diverse writing demands.
  4. Fluent written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to grammar and written presentation.
  5. Proficiency using MS Word and Excel, as well as InDesign and Photoshop.

Starting salary range of $30-34,000 per year. Complete benefit package including health, dental, life and disability insurance; 401(k) plan, time off benefits; etc.


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