Digital Media Specialist

Description

Kanza Cooperative is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Digital Media Specialist to join our team! In this role, you’ll work closely with the Director of Communications and various business units to develop engaging digital content that strengthens our brand and enhances communication with customers and key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cooperatives and agriculture, along with experience in writing, editing, graphic design, photography, videography, and content creation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple projects, and enjoy both independent and collaborative work, we’d love to hear from you!  

Kanza Coop offers an AMAZING & VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE including health, dental, vision & life insurance; flexible spending account; 401(k) matching and Coop retirement benefits; and paid leave benefits (including parental leave). 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Create digital content aligned with strategic plan to promote Kanza, cooperatives and our business units, programs or products on social media 
• Maintain, update and monitor the Kanza website and social media channels and improve customer engagement 
• Assist in creating and maintaining a strategic social media plan 
• Assist in development of member communications through various communication platforms 
• Collaborate with business units to design educational and promotional digital content to showcase offerings and opportunities to support overall business results of Kanza members and customers 
• Design various print and promotional materials as needed, such as product or program brochures, trade show materials, signage and other promotional items 
• Provide brand/logo guidance and design advertisements through either traditional media organizations or other community entities to ensure proper brand compliance for the use of logos, apparel, and other branded items 
• Maintain a current media contact list for press releases and other activities 
• Assist with the planning and execution of customer and employee events 
• Serve as a cooperative representative at job fairs, civic organizations/meetings, and trade shows, classroom visits and other educational activities such as presentations or tours 
• Attend Kanza events and meetings, when possible, to capture digital media and offer onsite support 
• Demonstrates flexibility, integrity, and commitment to the cooperative principles 
• Effectively collaborates and communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees in various departments and management 

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year accredited college or university in communications or agricultural communications (or their equivalents) is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or training in agriculture.

Willing to seek out and attend additional continuing education, seminars, classes or other job-related education requirements or opportunities.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, this position requires proficient, computer operation skills and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft Office programs, Facebook and Instagram. Experience with website and social media management program is a plus.