Media & Communications Coach (Interviews & Public Appearances) – Volunteer

About the role

The Media & Communications Coach will work closely with leadership to develop a strong, authentic, and confident public voice across podcasting, on-camera interviews, and media appearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing coaching on speaking delivery, tone, and on-camera presence
• Prepare leadership for podcast hosting, guest interviews, and live conversations
• Support preparation for public interviews, media features, and TV appearances
• Help refine messaging to balance professionalism, clarity, and authenticity
• Review recorded content and provide constructive feedback
• Aid in developing key talking points for different audiences (community, media, partners, donors)
• Build confidence in unscripted, real-time communication settings
• Ensure consistency in voice across all public-facing platforms

Qualifications

• Experience in media coaching, communications, broadcasting, journalism, or public speaking
• Strong understanding of storytelling and conversational communication
• Experience preparing individuals for interviews or public appearances
• Ability to provide clear, supportive, and actionable feedback
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience working with founders, nonprofit leaders, or public-facing professionals
• Background in podcasting, media production, or television
• Familiarity with trauma-informed or human-centered communication

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to support and shape a mission-driven media platform
• Direct collaboration with leadership and creative team
• Experience preparing a growing organization for public and media visibility
• Exposure through published content, interviews, and media appearances

How to Apply

Please submit: Info@looproots.org

• A brief introduction
• Relevant experience or examples of media coaching or communication work
• A short note on how you help individuals sound natural, confident, and prepared in interviews