Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a proactive media relations program, cultivating press relationships and identifying opportunities for coverage through press releases, interviews, and other amplification strategies.
• Exercise editorial oversight of all external and member-facing communications channels, including social media, website (public and Member Portal), and email, maintaining a polished and consistent brand voice.
• Author and produce Field to Market's Annual Report, Sustainability Commitments Report, and other key publications.
• Support staff communications needs, including preparing materials for presentations, webinars, and stakeholder engagements; coordinate remarks, scripts, and correspondence for the President, Board Chair, and other leadership.
• Collaborate with member organizations to develop joint communications strategies and maintain awareness of industry news to shape timely and appropriate organizational responses.
• Develop and manage Field to Market's annual marketing strategy, identifying key messages and applying them consistently across all platforms and initiatives.
• Create and maintain marketing collateral, branding materials, recruitment tools, and event materials, including design of graphics and visual assets.
• Serve as primary point of contact for subcontractors and consultants supporting Field to Market's communications and marketing functions.
• Support planning, promotion, and execution of Field to Market events, including bi-annual member meetings, webinars, and virtual programming—managing technology, logistics, and speaker coordination.
• Lead content development and marketing for the annual Sustainable Agriculture Summit, collaborating with partner organizations, sponsors, speakers, and event consultants to shape an engaging and impactful conference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations, with a demonstrated track record of leading campaigns and managing multi-channel strategies.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple initiatives, events, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for compelling storytelling across diverse audiences.
• Strong knowledge of digital communications tools and platforms, including email marketing, social media, website and content management systems.
• Experience in agriculture, sustainability, or a related sector preferred but not required.
• Travel up to 20%
• Located within 2 hours driving distance from a major airport.

Preferred