About the position
The Nature Conservancy's Western US and Canada Division Storytelling team seeks a Writer/Editor who is proficient in producing communications for a variety of platforms reaching priority audiences, in alignment with Values Based Communications strategies (also known as ethical storytelling or asset-based storytelling). The ideal candidate thinks creatively about the best mediums for telling stories, while effectively translating TNC's science and conservation goals for our audiences. We are seeking a creative leader who takes initiative for projects and drives shared marketing goals. Their work will be heartfelt and plainspoken, dynamically handling diverse voices and perspectives. The Writer/Editor writes and edits a variety of communications materials to support the Western United States and Canada Division objectives. They work on a collaborative Storytelling team to produce marketing materials and feature stories that strategically highlight divisional conservation priorities. Their work connects target audiences to The Nature Conservancy's work. The Writer/Editor writes and edits a variety of communication materials to raise awareness, influence key audiences, and advance fundraising goals. They provide editorial advice and expertise, facilitating cross-departmental communication efforts, and work with outside writers and related vendors. They also partner with Marketing and Communications Directors from various geographic-based teams within the Division to create compelling content that builds support for priority work and inspires action among target audiences. Their written products may include web feature articles/stories, fact sheets, newsletters articles, magazine articles, annual reports, video scripts, campaign brochures, and presentations. They are proficient in producing communications for a variety of platforms, including written web and social-first narratives in alignment with Values Based Communications strategies (also known as ethical storytelling or asset-based storytelling).
Responsibilities
• Manages and implements projects
• Research, write and edit stories as necessary
• Responsibility and accountability for meeting assigned project goals, deadlines and objectives
• May serve as team lead on assigned communication initiatives
• Does not supervise staff but will coordinate the work of peers
• Resolves issues independently within program area
• Works independently without requiring detailed management review of general work
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in related field and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination
• Experience writing or editing one or more of the following: newsletter, magazine, annual report, web-site articles/stories, donor profiles, presidential acknowledgment letters, campaign brochures, funding proposals, fact sheets, presentations, or equivalent
• Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices, including Asana or other project management platform
• Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline
• Experience leading or managing projects
Nice-to-haves
• Multi-lingual skills appreciated
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred
• Experience implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies
Benefits
• Health care benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
• Parental leave
• Accrued paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Other life and work well-being benefits
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