Responsibilities

• Support the Manager, Communications and Marketing, in developing communications materials that advance organizational priorities, membership programs, and dive safety initiatives.
• Content Development (Primary Focus)
• Draft and edit short- and long-form written content, including blog articles, email newsletters, website copy, podcast episode descriptions, paid media/advertisements, and other materials as assigned.
• Assist with proofreading and quality assurance across communications materials, helping ensure alignment with brand voice, editorial standards, and style guidelines.
• Conduct basic research and fact-checking and collaborate with internal subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and clarity.
• Social Media Support
• Assist in day-to-day social media publishing across platforms. (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
• Monitor social media engagement and escalate responses as needed.
• Track basic social media performance metrics and contribute insights to support ongoing optimization.
• Contribute to social media content ideation and creation, including capturing photos and producing short-video content related to dive safety and DAN events (photography/videography experience not required)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• 1 to 3 years of experience (internships or entry-level roles included) in communications, marketing, or digital content creation
• Strong written communication and storytelling ability across short- and long-form content
• Editing and proofreading skills with attention to detail, quality, and accuracy
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content best practices
• Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and incorporate feedback
• Willingness to complete the Open Water Diver eLearning course (paid for by DAN) within two months of start date; no physical diving required

Preferred

• Experience working within nonprofit, membership-based, scientific, or education-focused organizations
• Experience in scuba diving and/or water safety
• Familiarity with WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or basic design/editing tools
• Experience with photography and/or videography
• Knowledge of AP Stylebook and newswriting standards