Join the Communications Team

What is the purpose of the Communications Team?

The Communications Team promotes the activities of the Orchard to the broader community, through our website, educational kiosks at the flagship Orchard site, monthly newsletter, and social media.

What are the Communications Teams annual commitments?

Each year we work to:

• Utilize social media outlets weekly, to share information, and broaden outreach efforts.
• Promote BCO events and programs via partner listservs, newsletters and flyers.
• Develop and refresh kiosk information monthly, to share season-relevant information at the Orchard site.
• Distribute monthly e-newsletter, to share news, classes and involvement opportunities.
• Update monthly content and social media calendars to share BCO and related activities and information.
• Update website content regularly to share BCO activities and opportunities.

How can I get involved? Is experience necessary?

There are many ways to get involved, and experience is not necessary just open-minded enthusiasm and a desire to learn and help! If you have or are interested in building skills in any of the following areas, the BCO Communications Team would love to have you involved!

• Strategic Planning
• Content development & management
• Social media
• Project management
• Media relations
• Promotions

Are leadership opportunities available?

Yes! Team members have the opportunity to take the lead on or spearhead initiatives throughout the year.

What is the time commitment like?

Time commitment is flexible its what you make it! Team members generally attend a monthly meeting that lasts 1-2 hours, and support our teams initiatives as schedules allow. We understand this is a volunteer opportunity, and want you to get as much out of your involvement as you put in lets make a tangible difference, together.