Conservation Communications Biologist

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute press releases in a timely manner as needed.
• Prepare and distribute 3-6 articles/issue for the Ducks Unlimited magazine.
• Manage and meet all scheduled deadlines in a timely manner.
• Schedule, prepare, review and update website content.
• Manage the Regional social media channels.
• Maintain and cultivate contacts with local, regional and national media outlets.
• Develop, prepare and manage quarterly electronic newsletters.
• Prepare and coordinate submission of state annual conservation reports.
• Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations or serve as a spokesperson related to conservation programs.
• Capture, edit and produce short project videos capturing the “why we do what we do” side of DU’s work.
• Coordinate and assist with project dedications.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years hands-on experience in communications.
• Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or related field.
• Very strong writing and speaking skills.
• Direct experience managing production and distribution of communications materials to the highest professional standard.
• Strong natural resources understanding and/or background.
• Understanding of and experience with waterfowl conservation and waterfowling a plus.
• Experience managing a website through a content management system.
• Ability to use a video camera and/or edit short videos.
• Proficiency in graphic design, photo editing (Adobe software) and media software (Cision).
• Series 107 drone license.