Freelance Ag Writer KS

Major publisher of corporate newsletters and Web sites seeks experienced writer in the Midwest for freelance position. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a broad knowledge of agriculture and rural life and will have strong interviewing, writing and photography skills. This position requires travel in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Southern Nebraska. Applicants should send cover letter, resume, work history, references, writing samples and a photographic portfolio (CD, prints, slides, or tear sheets) to: Ellen Grode HR Manager VistaComm 1401 North C Avenue Sioux Falls, SD 57104 [Click here for email] For more information about VistaComm, see www.vistacomm.com
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum qualifications for this position include: • Bachelor’s degree. Emphasis in journalism, corporate communications, or related field. Ag background preferred. • Solid writing ability w/ emphasis on feature writing • Strong photography skills with an emphasis on photo stories and essays • Ability to represent the company in a professional manner before clients, their management and employees, and the public • Publication design abilities are desirable • Ability to join and adapt to a well-established team of journalists • Ability to generate and develop story ideas • Ability to follow established style guidelines and meet deadlines • Self-motivated, responsible, mature