The Village of McFarland is proud to announce that Melanie Camellia (she/they) has joined their staff as their new Communications Manager.
Camellia grew up in McFarland and is excited to return to serve their hometown.
Camellia began their professional communications career at the University of California-San Francisco before moving to the Washington D.C. area where they worked in a variety of communications-centric roles within the wellness industry.
Camellia’s experience includes public relations, digital and social media, journalism, editorial work, content marketing, strategic communications, and more.
In her role as Communications Manager, Camellia will oversee the operations of McFarland’s local PEG channel WMCF, the provision of audio-visual and technical support to the village, and the recording of Village government and community meetings and events.
Camellia will also serve as the village’s Public Information Officer, manage the village’s newsletters and website, assist in the coordination and promotion of village and community events, and develop internal and external communications strategies.
Camellia began their role on February 26.