Strategic Communications Lead for Explorer Programs

National Geographic

Washington (Washington County)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

National Geographic Society seeks a Senior Manager of Strategic Communications to shape and execute outreach for Explorer-led programs. You will lead messaging strategies, coordinate with program teams and external partners, and amplify the Society’s mission through earned media and strategic communications.

You will guide media relations, develop briefs and train spokespeople, ensuring brand voice across all communications.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of discipline experience in strategic communications and media relations.
  • Experience developing and executing communications strategies with key messages.
  • Ability to secure top-tier media placements and manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of ocean protection, land conservation, wildlife or culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develops and directs comprehensive communications strategies with programmatic teams and external partners.
  • Directs external media relations and outreach to broaden awareness.
  • Writes and edits media pitches, press releases, statements and talking points.
  • Monitors issues related to Explorer-led programs and guides organizational response.

Skills

Strategic communications
Media relations
Stakeholder management
News media networks
Writing/editing
Project management
Public speaking
Cision experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cision

Job description

National Geographic Society seeks a Senior Manager of Strategic Communications to shape and execute outreach for Explorer-led programs. You will lead messaging strategies, coordinate with program teams and external partners, and amplify the Society’s mission through earned media and strategic communications.

You will guide media relations, develop briefs and train spokespeople, ensuring brand voice across all communications.

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