Communications Manager

The Cotton Board; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cotton Board in Memphis, TN is looking for a Communications Manager to enhance stakeholder engagement through creative writing, social media, and strategic communication efforts. This role involves crafting stories for various publications, managing the Cotton Board Annual Calendar, and utilizing graphic design skills. Candidates should possess a four-year degree and familiarity with essential software tools. Strong public speaking skills are also necessary. Interested applicants can send their resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited college in an applicable field of concentration.
• Understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite and various design and social media tools.
• Proven public speaking and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Write stories for agricultural publications and newsletters.
• Create and publish the Cotton Board Annual Calendar.
• Use social media to creatively represent the Cotton Board.

Skills

Writing

Social media management

Graphic design

Public speaking

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Four-year degree in an applicable field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Hootsuite

MyEmma or other Email Management Platform

SiteWrench

Job description

The Cotton Board is seeking a Communications Manager to be an integral part of the ongoing efforts of the Communications Department to keep stakeholders in the Cotton Research and Promotion Program informed of the activities stemming from the Program as conducted by Cotton Incorporated and administered by the Cotton Board. The Communications Manager will work closely with the Vice President of Program Information to execute against the Cotton Board’s communications strategy, with heavy emphasis on writing, social media and creative.

Responsibilities

• Write stories for agricultural publications, news releases, newsletters.
• Create and publish the Cotton Board Annual Calendar.
• Use social media to tell our story in creative and inspiring ways that resonate with various audiences.
• Create graphic designs as needed.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree from an accredited college in an applicable field of concentration.
• Direct cotton industry experience is a plus, but not a requirement for consideration.
• This person would need to understand The Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Hootsuite or other Social Media Management Platform, MyEmma or other Email Management Automation Platform, SiteWrench and other Content Management System.
• Proven public speaking and presentation skills required

Qualified and interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and three references to: [e-mail].