Marketing Communications Coordinator

wondersofwildlife; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation in Springfield, MO, seeks a Marketing Communications Coordinator to craft compelling content and support PR efforts for Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, and Top of the Rock.

You’ll write for newsletters and blogs, coordinate media outreach, analyze marketing data, and collaborate with internal teams to tell conservation stories that engage millions of visitors annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• 4+ years of communications, marketing, or public relations experience preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with CRM systems, analytics, or marketing reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit content for newsletters, blogs, press releases, and marketing communications.
• Coordinate media requests, media visits, and public relations initiatives.
• Track press coverage and maintain media contact databases.
• Monitor guest reviews and survey feedback.
• Analyze marketing and guest data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support special events, VIP experiences, and conservation-focused campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agency partners to tell meaningful stories.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communications

Public relations

Project management

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Analytics tools

Job description

Marketing Communications Coordinator

Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation | Springfield, MO
Full-Time | Exempt

Tell Stories That Inspire Conservation

The Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation is seeking a creative and organized Marketing Communications Coordinator to help share the stories behind some of America's premier conservation destinations, including Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, and Top of the Rock.

In this role, you'll create engaging content, support public relations efforts, coordinate media outreach, analyze marketing data, and collaborate with teams across the Foundation to highlight conservation, wildlife, and guest experiences that inspire millions of visitors each year.

What You'll Do

• Write and edit content for newsletters, blogs, press releases, and marketing communications.
• Coordinate media requests, media visits, and public relations initiatives.
• Track press coverage and maintain media contact databases.
• Monitor guest reviews and survey feedback.
• Analyze marketing and guest data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support special events, VIP experiences, and conservation-focused campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agency partners to tell meaningful stories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• 4+ years of communications, marketing, or public relations experience preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with CRM systems, analytics, or marketing reporting is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to inspiring people to enjoy, love, and conserve the great outdoors. You'll have the opportunity to tell impactful stories, work alongside passionate teams, and contribute to nationally recognized conservation destinations.