About the role#
The National Wildlife Federation is seeking a Communications Fellow to support the Choose Clean Water Coalition. This is a full-time, paid fellowship lasting eleven months. You will report to the Communications Director and gain experience in nonprofit outreach, multimedia production, and strategic communications while building a professional network within the Chesapeake Bay restoration community.
What you'll do#
- Manage the Coalition’s social media platforms and content strategy.
- Write blog posts and maintain the content calendar.
- Create and distribute monthly e-newsletters for members and partners.
- Update and maintain the Coalition website.
- Produce videos and other digital media to support policy priorities and campaigns.
- Capture photography and video at partner events.
- Manage product development and marketing for the Coalition store.
- Create communications resources to help member organizations.
- Provide marketing and event support for the annual Choose Clean Water Conference.
- Assist the Coalition Director, Policy Manager, and other staff with ongoing workgroup projects.
What you'll need#
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong copy-editing abilities and attention to detail.
- Experience with social media trends and platforms.
- Skills in photography and videography.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Capacity to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Technical proficiency in filming, editing, design software, or web publishing is helpful.
- Experience in a mission-driven non-profit or event coordination is a plus.
- A passion for environmental protection and knowledge of water quality issues.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Annapolis, Maryland.
- The role is hybrid, requiring attendance in the Annapolis office 1-2 days per month.
- You may be required to travel up to two days per month within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
- This is a 40-hour per week, full-time fellowship.
About National Wildlife Federation
The National Wildlife Federation is a non-profit organization focused on wildlife conservation. Founded in 1936, it operates out of Reston, Virginia. The group manages conservation initiatives, educational programs, and publications like Ranger Rick. It employs between 201 and 500 people.
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