Job Description
Seeking outstanding writer, editor, and communications project manager to join DC-based social compliance non-profit
TorchLight Hire is seeking a Communications Specialist to manage messaging/communications strategies, media relations, content marketing (including writing/editing), website management and more for an exciting social responsibility-focused non-profit based in Arlington, VA. This role requires candidates that are detail-obsessed and love writing content for a variety of audiences and communications channels. Writing samples will be required for consideration.
Location:
Qualified applicants should be located in the DC Metro area. Role will be expected to perform duties in a hybrid in-office/work from home model. Office located in Arlington, VA.
U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity.
Employment:
Direct hire, full-time job, 40-hours per week
Role responsibilities:
- Work with organization’s senior leadership to develop a company-wide communications strategy plan, including work on brand and messaging standards
- Write and edit materials across the communications spectrum to include newsletters, event materials, website content, social media posts and more
- Manage incoming press requests and work with leadership to fulfill inquiries whenever necessary
- Project manage organization’s website, working with an outside vendor to ensure brand and messaging standards are met across the site
Skills and experience:
- 3+ years of communications, PR, content marketing experience and/or communications project management experience
- Expert level writing and editing skills with demonstrated ability to produce outstanding original written content
- Media relations exposure and knowledge of thought leadership best practices
- Ability to project manage a variety of internal tasks, communicate updates to senior leadership, and adhere to high expectations around precise messaging to company stakeholders