Print & Digital Media Coordinator - American Hereford Association

Full-Time • Kansas City, MO

The American Hereford Association (AHA) is seeking a full-time Print & Digital Media Coordinator to join its team in Kansas City, Mo. This position plays a key role in coordinating marketing and publication projects from concept to completion across both print and digital platforms. The role reports to the Production Manager.

General Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Communicate with clients, artist and printer in order to complete projects

• Gather, organize and prepare animal and sale data for projects

• Oversee quality control of projects, including proof-reading and accuracy checks

• Manage project timelines for client and print deadlines are met

• Complete billing documentation for projects

Digital Content Management

• Promote Herefords on Demand (HOD) to breeders and develop user-friendly tutorials

• Maintain HOD online catalog platform, including inputting catalog data and photos

• Coordinate with HPI office staff to create an active online presence for the HPI Facebook page

• Manage online breeder ads from start to finish, including reporting analytics

Administrative Tasks

• Communicate the flow of projects with the field staff for breeders

• Assist with subscription requests by answering phone calls

• Coordinate with the Production Manager to maintain weekly project tracking and workflow documentation

Skills Advancement

• The employee will be expected to constantly improve skills to strengthen the team. This includes high level of organization, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, perform under pressure, strong communication skills including phone and email, and strong attention to detail and work ethic.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, with a focus or knowledge on InDesign. Working knowledge of Macintosh computers, Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel), and Chrome.

Education Qualifications:

• College degree in agricultural journalism, agricultural communications, technical writing or closely related field

• Agricultural background, preferably in the beef industry. Seedstock experience would be a benefit.

• Understanding of social media strategy and analytics

• Two-years customer service experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

Employees of the AHA enjoy a competitive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision coverage, life and disability insurance along with a 401(k). Personal time off (PTO) and vacation are also included.

If you would like additional information or wish to apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and portfolio to Caryn Vaught at cvaught@hereford.org.