ACORE Associate, Communications

ACORE•Washington, DC

2d•$65,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that operates at the intersection of affordability, reliability, and clean energy deployment. Our work is focused on stabilizing energy prices, strengthening the electric grid, and driving investment in cost-effective technologies to ensure that clean energy delivers for people, businesses, and the U.S. economy. The Communications Associate will report directly to the Vice President of Communications and will work collaboratively across the organization to enhance the visibility and impact of ACORE and its key programs. This position requires a talented, creative, and flexible communicator who can deliver compelling content on the clean energy sector, ACORE priorities, and ACORE members. The ideal candidate will possess skills that can translate across communications channels, including exceptional writing, basic photo and video skills, experience working in media relations, and excitement about trying new strategies and tactics. Knowledge of the energy industry is a plus; enthusiasm for storytelling is a must. This position is based in Washington, D.C. ACORE has a hybrid work environment that allows team members a combination of in-office work and telework.

Requirements

Three to five years of experience in energy, public relations, journalism, or a related field
Willingness to learn
Superb writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Ability to translate complex information into clean, concise, and engaging copy
Fluency in AP Style (and love of the Oxford comma)
Flexibility to prioritize multiple tasks effectively under deadline pressure
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, approaching issues with an objective mindset
Understanding of how to develop, execute, and measure the impact of communication strategies
A contagious passion for storytelling
Basic knowledge of communication tools and platforms such as Muck Rack, WordPress, Hubspot, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar products

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the energy industry is a plus
Basic photo and video skills

Responsibilities

Draft, edit, and proofread a wide variety of written content, including press releases, media advisories, executive quotes, op-eds, blogs, newsletters, and talking points
Pitch stories to media, develop and foster relationships with key reporters, and serve as a point of contact for incoming press inquiries
Maintain ACORE’s press lists, working in close coordination with the Director of Communications and Vice President of Communications
Monitor industry and member news
Draft and distribute ACORE’s daily and weekly newsletters
Collect and analyze communications data, including earned media coverage, newsletter analytics, and social media metrics
Draft and schedule compelling content for ACORE’s social media platforms and website
Meaningfully contribute to planning and strategy sessions
Help ensure projects are delivered within timelines
Perform other tasks and miscellaneous support duties as assigned