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Terry Feinberg Consulting
6990 Angelo Lane
Gilroy, California (United States)
Phone:4084837368
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Industry Communications Manager

Location: Watsonville, California
Job Category: Public Relations | Marketing
Job ID: 12919
Employment Type:
Salary: per year
Posted: 08.16.2025


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Job Description:

Biliterate in English and Spanish languages (spoken and written) is required.
 
About this position:
 
The Industry Communications Manager is responsible for crafting and delivering timely, relevant communications to internal stakeholders across the California strawberry industry. With an editorial mindset and newsroom-style approach, this role involves writing, curating, and distributing industry content on a routine cycle; and preparing, editing, and/or distributing special alerts that keep growers, shippers and other stakeholders informed, engaged, and aligned with the Commission’s work and current events.

Leveraging their knowledge of industry communications, this position also plays a pivotal role as the Brand Editor for all content developed across the Commission. This role serves as the final approval of all Commission publications—providing timely feedback and constructive edits to ensure consistency with the Commission’s brand identity.
 
A self-starter and critical thinker, the Industry Communications Manager is a key member of the communications team. Working closely with the Industry Communications Specialist, they drive our internal communications efforts and work collaboratively across departments to identify timely, high-impact information from research, grower education, market insights, and public policy. With strong instincts and editorial judgment, they determine what developments are most relevant to the industry and strategically shape that content into a cohesive, forward-looking editorial calendar. In addition to planning, they must remain responsive and available to support the rapid development and delivery of critical notices as issues arise—working closely with the issues management team to ensure timely, accurate, and aligned communication. They are responsible for delivering clear, well-prioritized weekly communications that support the Commission’s programs while keeping the industry informed and engaged.
 
A strong understanding of digital tools is essential. The Industry Communications Manager should be proficient in using content management systems (CMS) to maintain and update websites, ensuring accuracy and relevance of online information. Familiarity with communications platforms such as Mailchimp and Constant Contact is important for managing subscriber lists, designing email campaigns, and tracking engagement metrics. This role requires both strategic thinking and hands-on execution in digital communication channels to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the Commission’s communication to the strawberry industry.
 
The Industry Communications Manager position is located in the Watsonville Office. Up to 20% travel within California’s strawberry growing regions can be expected. The Industry Communications Manager is an exempt full-time, in-person position with a 40-hour per week schedule, which includes benefits.  The normal schedule is Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm.
 
This position requires the ability to perform essential in-person activities, with the appropriate safeguards, including a vaccination(s) in accordance with Title VI, the ADA, EEOC guidance, and FEHA.
 
About the California Strawberry Commission (CSC)

The California Strawberry Commission is an established leader among agricultural organizations. We have the foundation of a 64-year-old organization, combined with the excitement and energy of a startup. We represent more than 400 strawberry farmers, shippers, and processors, proudly working together to advance strawberry farming for the future of our land and people. Commission programs create opportunities for success through groundbreaking programs focused on workforce training, strawberry production research, and nutrition research. Through science-based information and education, we deliver the good news about sustainable farming practices that benefit the health of people, farms, and communities.
 
Why Join Us?
 
You’ll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting California strawberry growers, shippers, and processors. In this role, you’ll help strengthen Commission programs, share timely insights, and promote continuous improvement across the industry while building meaningful relationships and making a statewide impact.
 
What We Offer: Submission:
E‐mail resume, cover letter and a sample or link of a writing or video example that best showcases your work as it relates to this position to Terry Feinberg, terryf@gotkonnections.com with “Industry Communications Manager” in the subject line.
 
About the California Strawberry Commission (CSC)

The California Strawberry Commission is an established leader among agricultural organizations. We have the foundation of a 64-year-old organization, combined with the excitement and energy of a startup. We represent more than 400 strawberry farmers, shippers, and processors, proudly working together to advance strawberry farming for the future of our land and people. Commission programs create opportunities for success through groundbreaking programs focused on workforce training, strawberry production research, and nutrition research. Through science-based information and education, we deliver the good news about sustainable farming practices that benefit the health of people, farms, and communities.
 
 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The California Strawberry Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment (including sexual harassment) against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. We will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination or harassment by any employee, including supervisors and co- workers. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and all areas of employment including, but not limited to hiring, recruitment, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and training. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled applicants and employees as well as pregnant employees upon request
 
***The CSC is an E-Verify Employer***

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