Meet Our Team - The Heart Behind The Florida Homesteader Magazine
At The Florida Homesteader, our mission is simple: to tell real stories, celebrate Florida’s agricultural heritage, and equip families with practical, timeless homesteading wisdom. Behind every issue, podcast episode, video clip, and recipe is a small but mighty team of storytellers, creators, and dreamers who care deeply about community and cultivating a slower, more intentional way of life.
Jamie Bateman
Publisher, Editor in Chief
Provides the vision and editorial direction for The Florida Homesteader, curating stories that celebrate faith, family, agriculture, and Florida living while guiding each issue from concept to print.
Taylor Leonardo
Digital Content & Design Coordinator
Creates visual content for social media and the website, designs supporting graphics, and maintains cohesive branding across digital platforms. Collaborates with the podcast team to prepare clips and assets for publication.
Emily Bateman
Media Production Specialist
Oversees editing, production, and publishing of The Florida Homesteader Podcast and YouTube channel. Manages audio/video quality, organizes episode workflows, and produces branded short-form clips for promotional use.
Sharon Jones
Graphic Designer
Our Graphic Designer brings each issue of The Florida Homesteader to life through thoughtful layout, strong visual storytelling, and cohesive design across print and digital platforms.
Julie Anne Barber
Photographer
Captures the heart of Florida homesteading through authentic, story-driven photography that highlights people, places, and the beauty of life rooted in the land.
Charlotte Cooper
Homestead Test Kitchen Director
Leads our Homestead Test Kitchen, where she develops and tests the recipes featured in The Florida Homesteader. With a love for simple, wholesome food and traditional methods, she helps turn every harvest into something practical, trusted, and made to be shared.
The Florida Homesteader is proudly published by Selah Acres Publishing, celebrating the stories, skills, and spirit of Florida’s homesteading community.