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Specialist, Strategic Communications

Washington, DC💼 Full-time💰 $70,300–$70,300🗓 2026-09-09 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop and execute integrated external communications strategies to amplify the National Geographic Society's Explorers, programmatic work, and mission to global audiences.

Role type

Specialist, Strategic Communications

Builds

Press releases, blog posts, press kits, media pitches, and briefing documents for the National Geographic Society.

Domain

Non-profit / Strategic Communications

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Strategic communications planning, content development and editing, media relations and outreach, stakeholder liaison, project management, AP Style writing

Preferred skills

Understanding of digital communications platforms, social media, and public engagement strategies

Technologies

Google Drive

Responsibilities

Develop integrated external communications strategies; create press releases, blog posts, and press kits; monitor news coverage and secure media coverage; manage media inquiries and compile targeted media lists; support media training sessions; maintain project timelines and meeting agendas; serve as a communications liaison for Explorers and program teams.

Seniority

Individual Contributor, Specialist

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