Chief Communications Officer (CCO)

About To Proudly Go Inc.

To Proudly Go Inc. is dedicated to creating safe and supportive spaces that celebrate science fiction, promote the LGBTQIA+ community, and partner with important community causes to empower and foster a kinder, better world. Through community-driven programming, fundraising events, and creative partnerships, To Proudly Go builds joyful, affirming spaces that translate fandom into real-world impact.

To Proudly Go began with a simple but powerful idea: to support the LGBTQIA+ community through donations to organizations working on queer issues that help build a better world today. We celebrate science fiction—particularly Star Trek—as storytelling that demonstrates the generosity and compassion of the human spirit and its power to create harmony, peace, and longevity. We believe in a vision of the future where everyone, regardless of their unique circumstances, can find unity and purpose, expand their knowledge, and improve the human condition.

To Proudly Go is a volunteer-operated nonprofit incorporated in New York State on March 1, 2021, with an annual operating budget of approximately $11,000.

Position Summary

To Proudly Go Inc. is seeking a Chief Communications Officer (CCO) to serve as a member of the organization’s executive leadership team and to provide strategic oversight of all external communications, public relations, and brand stewardship functions. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Communications Officer (CCO) is responsible for shaping and safeguarding the organization’s public narrative, ensuring consistent messaging, and advancing visibility, engagement, and trust across all audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and steward a comprehensive communications strategy that advances To Proudly Go’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
• Serve as the executive steward of the organization’s brand voice, messaging consistency, and public narrative across all platforms, audiences, and external communications.
• Provide strategic oversight of all external communications, including social media, website content, press materials, marketing collateral, public statements, and promotional campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Development Officer (CDO) to support fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, partnership development, and campaign messaging.
• Oversee the development, review, and approval of press releases, media statements, and official organizational announcements in coordination with executive leadership.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, community partners, and other external stakeholders aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce brand, style, and graphic design guidelines to ensure consistency, accessibility, and inclusivity across all communications.
• Provide leadership and guidance for the promotion of events, programs, and community engagement initiatives, ensuring clear, accurate, and compelling messaging.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on communications performance metrics, including social media engagement and audience reach, and provide insights to executive leadership to inform strategy.
• Advise the Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership on reputational considerations, sensitive communications, and emerging issues that may impact the organization.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive communications culture among volunteers and contributors, modeling the organization’s values and commitment to equity and respect.

Benefits of Volunteering with To Proudly Go

• Executive-level professional development in nonprofit operations and leadership.
• Training and networking opportunities with community leaders, creatives, performers, and partner organizations (as available).
• Access to ticket discounts for theatre and cultural events (including opportunities through partner programs, when available).
• Meaningful, empowering work supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and charitable causes.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and innovate in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
• The chance to help shape a growing nonprofit with a visible and joyful community presence.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé or summary of relevant experience (professional and/or volunteer) and cover letter.

To Proudly Go Inc. is an equal opportunity volunteer organization and encourages applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.