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Content Manager

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Who We Are:

FoodCorps is a national nonprofit advancing child well-being through food in school. FoodCorps partners with students, families, and communities to champion nourishing food at local, state, and national levels. Our AmeriCorps members support schools in providing nutritious meals, locally-informed food education, and welcoming school environments that set kids up for positive, vibrant relationships with food. Building on this program, we develop leaders, grow networks, and advocate for policies in service of every kid’s health and well-being. FoodCorps is working toward a world where, by 2030, all 50 million public school students have access to food education and nourishing meals in school. Learn more at www.foodcorps.org. 

What We Do:

Too many children go through the school day without the nutritious food they need to do and feel their best. FoodCorps sets students up for success by working with schools to provide nourishing meals, nutrition education, and community engagement through food. We get kids excited about eating fruits and veggies, support school nutrition staff in bringing locally grown and freshly prepared meals onto lunch trays, and work with families to create positive school food environments for all kids. FoodCorps’ proven programming reaches thousands of students each year, helping to support kids' health, academic progress, and connection to their community through food in school.

What We’re Looking For:

FoodCorps seeks a Content Manager to write, produce, and coordinate content across multiple functions, including editorial, photo, and video. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer and editor; a skilled researcher, fact-checker, and storyteller; and has additional experience in video/photoshoot production and project/contractor management. This role will focus primarily on identifying, cultivating, and writing stories of impact; coordinating photo and video production needs (producing some of this content directly, if the Manager has the skills to do so); and managing FoodCorps’ library of stories, photos, and videos. This position reports to the Director of Communications and will work closely with the entire Marketing & Communications team. This is a full-time, remote position and will require occasional travel (up to 25%).

Who You Are:

You are passionate about child nutrition, education, and food, and are eager to share FoodCorps’ story with a wide range of audiences. You are building your career as a content generalist and eager to grow your skills as a writer, editor, and multimedia content producer. You’re comfortable and confident meeting new people, asking questions, and getting to know what makes a community tick. You know what makes a good story, and how to find, organize, and share them. You are highly motivated, a clear communicator, and both design- and detail-oriented. You are highly organized and comfortable with managing logistics and timelines, and are able to make decisions swiftly and give feedback to others to get the results you need. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced work environment and adjusting your to-do list as team and organizational priorities shift. You suggest improvements to existing processes and workflows, and can seamlessly run multiple projects at the same time. You are creative, curious, and enthusiastic about telling ethical, asset-based stories that motivate audiences to take action as collaborators, donors, and policy advocates. 

This is a manager level role with a salary range between $75K - $80K/yr. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:


Content Development (30%)

    • Write, edit, and polish materials to support the MarComms team, including (but not limited to) writing and publishing blog posts; proofreading social captions or email copy; or editing content to best fit different platforms
    • Support production and editing of videos, photos, and audio files (typically working with external production staff, though skills in this area are a plus) 
    • Steward FoodCorps’ brand identity in written, photo, and video formats
    • Support FoodCorps staff and corps members in using our materials correctly and with maximum impact

Content Gathering (30%)

    • Manage the process for content-gathering visits at schools, in collaboration with Programs staff, site supervisors, FoodCorps members, photographers, and/or video production staff
    • Manage video and photoshoot logistics as the on-site producer, including (but not limited to) scheduling shoots; providing creative direction; creating shot lists; ordering meals; interviewing students and members; and managing budgets
    • Coordinate regularly with other departments to gather, write, and share stories of impact throughout FoodCorps

Content Management (30%)

    • Develop and maintain an organized, searchable story bank of quotes, anecdotes, and other written stories featuring FoodCorps and our partners’ impact
    • Maintain an organized, searchable, and highly usable digital asset library of photo, video, and audio files (Canto), and improve on our processes as needed 
    • Review and fulfill requests for editorial, photo, and video assets, including new or existing content 

Content Administration (10%) 

    • Manage contracts and process invoices for freelance photographers, videographers, and designers to support specific content projects
    • Support the MarComms team in keeping editorial calendars, campaigns, and other projects up-to-date and on track 
    • Stay informed on best practices for digital asset management, nonprofit storytelling, and other industry trends 

 

Skills of the Ideal Candidate:

  • 3-5 years experience as a communications coordinator, junior producer, or in another communications role 
  • Strong skills as a writer, editor, and storyteller, with a desire to grow
  • Excellent time management, project management, and organizational skills
  • An eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, thoroughness, and best practices
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work independently and across functions
  • Ability to give and receive critical feedback 
  • Enthusiasm for FoodCorps’ work, with interest or professional experience in food, health, education, agriculture, and/or child nutrition
  • Eagerness to work collaboratively with a close-knit, multi-skilled team
  • Familiarity with Wordpress or other CMS is a plus
  • Familiarity with Photoshop, Lightroom, or other photo editing software is a plus
  • Experience with photo and/or video production is a plus

 

Measures of Success:

By the end of Year 1, the Content Manager will have:

  • Created, fine-tuned, and presented to staff an organized and accessible story bank 
  • Learned where and how to find stories that demonstrate FoodCorps’ impact across different areas of our work
  • Completed or planned at least one content-gathering site visit 
  • Demonstrated the ability to write, edit, choose photos, and direct videos adhering to FoodCorps’ brand, voice, and style
  • Built relationships with key staff members across departments, especially place-based Programs staff and corps members 

Thriving at FoodCorps:

In addition to generous medical benefits and an annual $3000 401(k) matching, FoodCorps provides:

Time Away:

Our work is both vital and demanding. FoodCorps recognizes this and provides ample time to step away and recharge, including:

  • half-day Fridays
  • 5 weeks of accrued time off
  • 12 federal holidays (AND your birthday!)
  • 2-week winter break
  • a sabbatical policy

Family Planning:

As an organization that supports youth development, our family policies need to match our values. To that end, we offer a wide range of health, wellness and medical benefits.

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted until a match is made. Please note that incomplete applications (applications without all requested materials; ie. cover letter, writing or portfolio examples, etc.) may not be considered. 

FoodCorps is committed to reflecting the rich experiences, identities, and customs of the communities we partner with across the country in our workforce, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities. We welcome any and all candidates who identify with our mission and values to submit an application for consideration. FoodCorps is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions. FoodCorps provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees as required by law.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation at any point in the employment process, including but not limited to the application and interview process.

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