Apricot Lane Farms is a 214-acre organic and biodynamic farm located 40 miles north of Los Angeles and 20 miles east of Ventura in Moorpark, CA. Our team has been charged with the mission of creating a well-balanced ecosystem and rich soils that produce nutrient-dense foods while treating the environment and the animals with respect.

 

Apricot Lane Farms is a 214-acre organic and biodynamic farm located 40 miles north of Los Angeles and 20 miles east of Ventura in Moorpark, CA.  We are looking for a talented, creative, and experienced Communications Manager to join our team full time. The Communications Manager will work hand-in- hand with the Director of Media & Communications in propelling the Apricot Lane Farms story into the world in a meaningful way. The ideal candidate will be a big thinker, have exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills, and be able to generate an impressive amount of well-crafted content, especially under tight deadlines.

• Develop content & collaborate with Communications Director on content strategy for all farm external and internal communication
• Craft content and out-of-the-box campaigns for social media and other storytelling avenues in the farm’s voice and aesthetics that reflects a deep understanding of agroecology, regenerative farming, and the ALF brand
• Create print & digital marketing and press materials (including press kits, one-sheets, etc.)
• Field, research and manage media requests & coordination of interviews and on-farm press opportunities
• Manage media partnerships, collaborations, and relationships
• Manage planning, creation, and execution of marketing strategy for product launches, on-farm events, sales initiatives, etc.
• Collaborate on communication around local and national regenerative policy initiatives
• Lead farm tours with press, policymakers, and influencers
• Work across departments to create and maintain a clear internal and external communication program
• Provide editorial support for important internal company communications
• Project manage and help guide creative process with vendors, including freelance graphic designers, photographers, artists, product designers, etc.
• Manage department administrative coordination, expense reports, etc. ● Manage at least one direct report

• BA in communications, journalism, English, environmental studies, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in the field of media/marketing/branding, creative writing/journalism, and/or environmental studies w/ a focus in environmental communications
• Background, education, or knowledge in regenerative farming, soil systems, agroecology, and/or environmental communications
• Mature, refined instincts for what makes a good story, and how to communicate that effectively to our audience
• Big thinker, with exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills, and able to generate large amounts of well-crafted content, especially under tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work; strong time management and organizational skills
• Able to take direction, as well as work independently
• Flexible, able to navigate complexity and ambiguity, and creatively problem solve and manage multiple priorities
• Management or team/department leadership skills and experience
• Team player and excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suites. Proficiency in Adobe In-Design and/or Photoshop is ideal.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm (~1 day/week 6:30a–3:00p to work with agricultural teams)

• Excellent Health Benefits Package, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Vacation Leave, Flexible Spending Account, 401K, 401K Matching, Employee Discount and Paid Holidays