Marketing and Development Communications Specialist

University of Arkansas System•Fayetteville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Marketing and Development Communications Specialist to join their team. This role involves marketing new varieties from the Foundation Seed program, developing promotional materials for the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES), and supporting promotional activities for the new food science building. The specialist will represent the Foundation Seed program at industry events, create engaging marketing materials, and write copy for donor communications. The Division of Agriculture is a statewide campus with over 1400 employees, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Degree must be obtained no later than December 2026.
Must submit a portfolio and/or links to previous marketing and communications work.
Candidates should include a brief description of their role in creating submitted materials.

Nice To Haves

1+ years’ experience in marketing and/or communications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Positive and collaborative work ethic
Experience with donor communications or fundraising campaigns
Experience coordinating marketing or outreach events
Familiarity with agriculture, higher education, and/or commodity groups

Responsibilities

Market new varieties from the Foundation Seed program to seed dealers statewide.
Represent the Foundation Seed program as a vendor at two annual rice field days.
Organize a commercial field day for rice and soybean farmers and seed dealers.
Attend industry meetings as an exhibitor, including: Independent Professional Seed Association Annual Conference, Arkansas Seed Dealers Association Summer Convention, Anheuser-Busch Annual Rice Grower Day and Discovery Farm Showcase, USA Rice Outlook Conference, Rice Technical Working Group.
Establish and maintain regular communications with seed dealers, including monthly updates during the growing season.
Assist with end-user-focused marketing efforts for ARoma 22 aromatic rice.
Assist with special event communications and marketing.
Create engaging marketing materials for event booths, flyers, and other promotional uses.
Promote fruit varieties through targeted marketing efforts, including attendance at annual fruit field days.
Create content for paid advertising (i.e., billboards, social media, etc.).
Develop materials promoting the new department of food science building for use by the UADA development team.
Write copy for donor communications, including emails, thank-you notes, individualized proposals, donor follow-up, and talking points.
Create templates for newsletters, letterhead and gift receipts.