Josh Buchfink Selected as Fort Smith’s PR Manager
The City of Fort Smith has selected Josh Buchfink as its new PR Manager. Buchfink has resided in the River Valley area for the past two years, most recently serving as Associate Pastor at TheBOD Church in Roland, Oklahoma. Buchfink was selected from eight candidates through a panel interview process.
“I am excited for the opportunity to work alongside City leadership and staff to implement and communicate the City's vision of growth while retaining the values that make Fort Smith great. After five years of living and working in other cities, I returned to the River Valley because it is an incredible place to live, work, play, and raise a family. I look forward to serving the City in this capacity," said Buchfink.
In his role, Buchfink will manage the City’s social media and execute a variety of communications initiatives and efforts on behalf of the City of Fort Smith, including the new City of Fort Smith website. Buchfink’s skill set includes video editing, branding, social media and website management, content creation, strategic marketing campaign development, and process systems integration.
“I am pleased to welcome Josh Buchfink to this role with the City. His background and experience in ministry coupled with his strong communications and marketing skill set will provide the City with a fresh perspective as we focus on our branding and the new website with Granicus,” said Carl Geffken, City of Fort Smith Administrator.
Buchfink’s first day in his new role with the City was March 27, 2023.*
To receive instant alerts from the City of Fort Smith to your phone and/or email, use this link.
Media members: For City of Fort smith interview requests, inquiries, and questions, please contact Josh Buchfink at communications@fortsmithar.gov.
*Click here to download full headshot
|
