Responsibilities

• Support Senior Communications Manager in the development of annual communications work plans for Audubon’s team in South Carolina. Serve as primary implementer of day-to-day communications, working with leadership team to broaden Audubon’s visibility and reach.
• Work with program staff to proactively gather stories of our conservation and policy work and lead the production of consistent, high-quality storytelling that amplifies these stories via newsletters, blogs, social media, and other channels and promotional materials.
• Produce and/or manage video and photo coverage of programs when appropriate.
• Assist in securing local earned media for initiatives for Audubon's work/initiatives in SC. Manage media lists and develop relationships with reporters.
• Support policy and community building staff with outreach and advocacy campaigns, leveraging tools like EveryAction and Mobilize to engage and grow membership.
• Support the coordination, execution and documentation of special and annual events, including outreach and media coverage.
• Track metrics and analytics across our channels, including earned media, social media and website, and develop regular reports for staff highlighting trends.
• Preparing materials for our community and campus chapter use to amplify our advocacy and conservation outcomes.
• Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
• Maintains and fosters culture of safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required in journalism, communications, marketing, political science, environmental studies or other relevant areas of focus.
• 1-2 years of professional experience with public relations, brand management, writing, editing, campaign organizing, project management and/or advocacy preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills a must; ability to work with multiple stakeholder groups across a decentralized organization is also necessary.
• Excellent English language writing skills, spelling, and grammar with a knack for online communications and messaging required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and obvious ability to easily learn how to use tools to manage online communications tools.
• Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing inclusion and belonging.
• Strong proficiency in a wide range of digital platforms and programs, including Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, EveryAction, Mobilize or similar email management system.
• Photography, sound and video recording and editing capabilities are a plus; experience in the nonprofit sector on issues related to conservation; knowledge of South Carolina and its people/geography/history/environment.
• Must be willing to travel, as well as commit to some evening and weekend work as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation and/or a valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Photography, sound and video recording and editing capabilities are a plus; experience in the nonprofit sector on issues related to conservation; knowledge of South Carolina and its people/geography/history/environment.