Strategic Communications Specialist: Global Audiences

National Geographic Society; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

National Geographic Society is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to amplify the work of Explorers and Impact initiatives. You will craft content for press releases, blog posts, and talking points, and manage press materials as part of the Strategic Communications team in Washington, DC.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, media relations, operations support, and stakeholder engagement, with a hybrid work setup, and requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of communications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a communications-related field.
• Strong writer and communicator with knowledge of AP Style.
• Detail-oriented, organized, able to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Experience pitching media and working with press across print, broadcast, and digital outlets.

Responsibilities

• Strategic communications planning and execution for Explorers and Impact initiatives.
• Develop, edit, and publish content for press releases, blogs, and talking points.
• Create press kits with branded images and caption usage requirements.

Skills

Strong writer

Strong communicator

AP Style knowledge

Project management

Media pitching

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

National Geographic Society is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to amplify the work of Explorers and Impact initiatives. You will craft content for press releases, blog posts, and talking points, and manage press materials as part of the Strategic Communications team in Washington, DC.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, media relations, operations support, and stakeholder engagement, with a hybrid work setup, and requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of communications