
Media & Communications Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Hours: Full time (with some nights and weekends)
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Care about the environment and want to make a difference? You will be joining a team of international experts working around the globe to protect the world’s oceans. The Waitt Institute is working with 10+ nations and territories around the globe to create sustainable ocean plans to will help improve local livelihoods and economies while safeguarding the marine life and ecosystems.
We are looking for a social media and communications expert to join our dynamic team based in La Jolla, CA that will help to build a global brand, improve storytelling across our sites, and engage a community of followers. You will have the opportunity to gain knowledge about ocean conservation in a small, fast-paced, and variable work environment.
Like to travel? This position might include international travel on short notice.
Responsibilities
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Maintain and grow community across social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) through content creation
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Design and edit materials such as flyers, posters, fact sheets, etc.
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Manage content including video editing and file organization
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Update website
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Travel may be required with little notice
Qualifications
Required
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communications, graphic design, media or related field
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Experience managing and building following through social media platforms in a professional setting
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Proficient using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office
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Excellent copywriting and editing skills
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Flexibility to respond to changing assignments
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Excellent time and project management
Preferred
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Experience with full Adobe Suite (InDesign, Premiere)
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2-5 years of relevant work experience
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Demonstrated record of non-technical publication
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Knowledge about science and policy pertaining to ocean conservation