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Christensen Farms Communications Specialist in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Sleepy Eye, MN, USA | Administration-NPC | Full Time
Communications Specialist
The Communications Specialist plays a crucial role in driving Christensen Farms' communication strategies, enhancing the brand, and acting as a strategic partner across departments. This individual will be enforcing, expanding, and maintaining engagement and connection for Christensen Farms at our Sleepy Eye Office with the opportunity of a hybrid work schedule. This role demands innovative thinking, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to collaboration and brand management.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Enhancement:
Elevate and maintain Christensen Farms' brand identity across all platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with the company's values and market position.
Specifically enhance the brand by integrating and promoting the 4P's-People, Pigs, Planet, and Prosperity-ensuring that all communication reflects these core tenets and contributes to a holistic brand image.
Strategic Departmental Partnership:
Serve as a collaborative partner to various departments, helping to integrate their needs into the overall communication strategy, rather than merely executing tasks.
Strategy Development and Execution:
Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that support organizational priorities and long-term goals.
Digital Analytics and Metrics:
Track engagement and analyze metrics across platforms to guide strategic decisions and future plans.
Innovative Content Creation:
Produce creative and impactful content that resonates with diverse audiences and supports strategic initiative
Event Coordination and Management:
Organize and manage events that promote employee engagement and reflect the company's culture and values.
Crisis Communication Management:
Assist in crafting and executing crisis communication strategies, ensuring readiness and effective response.
Continuous Learning and Improvement:
Stay informed on industry trends and advancements in communication technologies, applying new ideas to enhance personal skills and departmental outcomes.
Communications Platform Channels and Asset Maintenance/Upkeep:
Regularly audit and update communication platforms and assets based on situational needs and strategic goals.
Education:
Minimum 2-year degree and/or 5-6+ years' experience in Communications, Marketing, or related field. Or bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, or related field
Training and Experience Requirements:
Digital Competence:
Advanced understanding of digital marketing tools, including AI, to optimize communication effectiveness.
Multimedia Skills:
Proficient in video production, graphic design, and web content management.
Analytical and Strategic Skills:
Skilled in using data to shape SMART strategic goals and communication tactics.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills:
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Presentation Skills:
Strong presentation skills, capable of effectively conveying ideas and strategies to various audiences.
Driver's License:
Valid Class D driver's license required.
Language Proficiency:
Bilingual (English and Spanish) capabilities preferred.
Desired Competencies:
Creativity and Innovation
Adaptability
Collaborative Spirit
Prioritization and Time Management
Drive Results
Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization. No employee of CF will discriminate against any applicant for employment or a fellow employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other prohibited basis under applicable local, state, or federal law.
This role offers the chance to significantly impact a leading agricultural firm through innovative communication strategies, providing ample opportunities for career growth and professional development in a dynamic environment.