Digital Communications Specialist

Missouri Farm Bureau; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Farm Bureau is seeking a Digital Communications Specialist to amplify Missouri farmers' voices and tell our stories across digital channels. You’ll craft social content, write articles and press materials, and support our advocacy and member engagement.

Join a collaborative team focused on timely, accurate agricultural communication. This role requires creativity, media savvy, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while traveling for events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or journalism.
• 2+ years in communications, public relations, or content creation.
• Knowledge of agriculture or agricultural policy is a plus.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work evenings or weekends for events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engaging social media content across multiple platforms.
• Create compelling written, visual, and video content.
• Write and edit articles, press releases, website content, and other communications.
• Monitor social media engagement and analyze performance.
• Support website updates and improvements to enhance the user experience.
• Collaborate with teams to promote events, programs, and advocacy efforts.
• Capture stories through photography, videography, and event coverage.

Skills

Strong writing

Storytelling

Social media

Adobe Creative Suite

Content creation

Analytics

Branding

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Journalism

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Department: Public Affairs

Make an Impact Through Powerful Storytelling

Agriculture is more than an industry. It’s a way of life that shapes Missouri’s communities, economy, and future.

Missouri Farm Bureau is seeking a creative and skilled Digital Communications Specialist to help amplify the voices of Missouri’s farmers and ranchers, communicate important agricultural issues, and bring our organization’s mission to life through compelling digital content.

From social media and storytelling to agricultural advocacy and member engagement, you’ll play an important role in connecting audiences with the people, policies, and programs that impact Missouri agriculture.

About Missouri Farm Bureau

Missouri Farm Bureau is a leading voice for agriculture, dedicated to promoting, protecting, and enhancing the interests of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. Our team works collaboratively to advocate for Missouri agriculture, serve our members, and make a meaningful difference across the state.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and manage engaging social media content across multiple platforms.
• Create compelling written, visual, and video content that brings our mission and initiatives to life.
• Write and edit articles, press releases, website content, and other communications.
• Monitor social media engagement and analyze performance to strengthen digital strategies.
• Support website updates and improvements to enhance the user experience.
• Collaborate with teams to promote organizational events, programs, and agricultural advocacy efforts.
• Capture stories through photography, videography, and event coverage.

What You Bring

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience managing professional social media accounts and creating digital content.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and digital content creation tools.
• Understanding of social media analytics, branding, and digital communication strategies.
• Creativity, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for connecting with diverse audiences.

Requirements to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Two or more years of relevant communications, public relations, or content creation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of agriculture or agricultural policy is a plus.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work evenings or weekends for events and organizational activities.
• Portfolio or work samples may be requested.

Why Join Us?

At Missouri Farm Bureau, your work has purpose. You’ll have the opportunity to use your creativity, expand your skills, and contribute to an organization committed to supporting Missouri agriculture and the communities we serve.

You’ll join a collaborative team where your ideas are valued, your contributions matter, and your work reaches audiences across Missouri.