• Integrated Communications & Storytelling Amplification: Support cross-channel storytelling planning and editorial coordination to adapt organizational narratives across earned, owned and social channels.
• Content Development & Storytelling: Lead mission-driven content that translates complex subjects into campaigns, donor engagement, executive visibility and external positioning.
• Earned Media & Public Relations Execution: Coordinate with reporters, media agency and opportunities to elevate leadership and impact narratives at local and national levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field required.
• Minimum 4-7 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or storytelling-focused roles, preferably within a nonprofit, education, advocacy or mission-driven organization.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex information into compelling audience-centered communications.
• Experience supporting earned media strategies, media outreach and public relations coordination.
• Experience supporting integrated communications campaigns, digital storytelling and cross-functional communications initiatives preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, workflows and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience adapting content across digital, social, earned and owned communications channels.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining brand consistency and messaging alignment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and ambiguity.
• Must reside in Illinois and must be available for in-person meetings in the Chicagoland area

Preferred

• Experience coordinating vendors, agencies or external creative partners preferred.
• Familiarity with social media management, digital communications tools, media monitoring platforms and content management systems preferred.
• Experience supporting integrated communications campaigns, digital storytelling and cross-functional communications initiatives preferred.

Benefits

• Our generous benefits plan includes: Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6 months paid parental leave, and much more.