The Director of Media Relations leads American Farmland Trust’s media relations strategy, builds relationships with national and agriculture-focused reporters, manages media inquiries, and secures coverage for organizational initiatives. The role develops press materials, op-eds, talking points, and executive communications; supports organizational spokespeople; coordinates cross-functional projects; and supervises a Media Relations Associate. This is a remote position with occasional domestic travel and occasional evening or weekend work.

Leads American Farmland Trust’s branding, marketing strategy, events, paid media, digital communications, and supporter acquisition efforts. Oversees websites, email, social media, outreach channels, content development, campaigns, brand standards, analytics, and communications initiatives. Manages the Marketing Division and supervises marketing staff while collaborating across departments to increase engagement, visibility, and organizational growth.