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We're currently looking for a creative and organized individual to join our team at Farm & Wilderness in the role of Communications Specialist.
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of print and web communications; working cross-departmentally to solicit, update, and publish information. The Communications Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining a consistent image in print and web-based materials; this includes participating in building a more cohesive outreach and marketing plan as it relates to communication materials. This is a part-time position working approximately 12 to 20 hours per week at the Farm & Wilderness office in Plymouth, Vermont.
Responsibilities:
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Interim Editor: Oversee all aspects of producing the Foundation's quarterly newsletter, The Interim. This includes soliciting, writing, and editing content, design layout, and all facets of printing. Act as primary contact for print vendors and mailing services.
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Website Maintenance: Take necessary steps to ensure information on the Foundation's website is accurate and up-to-date; including soliciting information from all foundation departments. Continually work to improve content and navigability of site. Act as primary contact for 3rd party web site host.
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Foundation Photo Manager: As primary contact for Foundation photographs, work to solicit, take, post, and organize photos. Maintain current photo gallery on the website. Furthermore assist in selecting photos for printed communications and marketing materials.
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Graphic Design Projects: Oversee special assignments related to graphic design and visual display such as stationary, marketing materials, signage, and similar projects as needs arise.
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Mailings Calendar: Work cross-departmentally to schedule, budget and track deliverables for mailings and outreach as it relates to a comprehensive organization-wide yearly schedule.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Previous experience in a similar position
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Strong writing and editing skills
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Extensive experience using Adobe InDesign and PhotoShop
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Proficient with MS Office Suite and office technology
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Knowledge of content maintenance (website)
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A keen visual interest in layout and presentation of materials; with a basic understanding of marketing initiatives
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Ability to work independently
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Previous experience working in an office/administrative setting, including excellent organizational skills, computer skills and ability to operate standard office equipment;
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Professional character that is consistent, capable, self-directed, well organized, flexible, personable, and is able to maintain composure in a changing environment;
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Respectful, clear, and patent interpersonal communication skill set that allows for collaborative work cross-departmentally
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Aspiration to develop a keen awareness of and respect for the values of F&W and its constituents
Essential Function:
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Must be able to assist staff or campers in emergency (fire, injury, etc.);
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Must be able to maintain visual supervision of staff or campers while on duty;
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Must be able to hear staff or campers and differentiate casual conversation from calls for assistance;
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Must be able to negotiate the terrain at camp, including climbing the steep hills and staircases;
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Must be able to focus on a single task for at least 20 minutes;
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Must be able to communicate (both written and verbal) clearly and effectively with staff, campers, and other constituents.
To Apply:Please email a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity (both in Word format) to Courtney Porter at HR@farmandwilderness.org, subject line "Communications Specialist." Or by standard mail:
Human Resources
Farm & Wilderness
263 Farm & Wilderness Road
Plymouth, VT 05056
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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