AgWest Farm Credit · 23 hours ago
Communications Coordinator
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$44K/yr - $723K/yr
1+ years expAgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to various agricultural sectors. They are seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the Marketing and Communications team by creating and editing content, contributing to social media, and enhancing their brand presence.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceLending
Responsibilities
Coordinate with team members to develop communications content and calendars that support AgWest branding and marketing objectives
Support content creation for websites, publications, news releases, blogs, presentations, customer communications, and staff profiles
Copyedit materials, as needed, for accuracy, clarity, and compliance
Contribute to social media content and advertising copy to support engagement and brand awareness
Provide backup support for internal communication channels, including posting and updating content
Collaborate on news release development, in accordance with AgWest business standards and philosophies
Serve as primary media release distributor; maintain media contact lists, monitor coverage, and track engagement metrics
Monitor online mentions of AgWest using internal tools and external partners; escalate to leadership as appropriate
Support the creation and refinement of visual content, including graphics, presentations and marketing materials, using Adobe Suite design tools, to support organizational communication and branding initiatives
Attend customer visits and various AgWest events to capture relevant content, as needed
Support departmental tasks such as managing incoming and outgoing mail, visitor gift inventory, subscription lists, tradeshow coordination and third-party contractor and vendor communications
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in communications, marketing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Generally, requires one to three years' relevant experience gained through professional work, coursework, internships or volunteer work, with demonstrated writing, editing and proofreading skills
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with others
Ability to manage multiple tasks, plan, prioritize and meet deadlines
Basic organizational skills with the ability to follow established processes and guidelines
Familiarity with social media platforms and basic digital communication tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity in Adobe Suite design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Willingness and ability to learn new technologies and processes
Preferred
Understanding of fundamental branding principles and introductory marketing concepts
Experience creating content for websites, social media, or print publications, through professional work, coursework, internships, or volunteer work
Familiarity with AP Style guidelines
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
Paid days off annually: 15 vacation, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer
401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!
Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.
Company
AgWest Farm Credit
AgWest Farm Credit provides agricultural lender and crop insurance services to farmers, ranchers, and timber harvesters.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tom Nakano
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Clawson
Executive Vice President - Chief Credit Officer
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