Communications Coordinator

Earthcorps • Seattle, WA

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

EarthCorps is a Seattle-based nonprofit that cultivates leaders and community partnerships to advance environmental justice. They envision an equitable world where all people and nature thrive together. EarthCorps is committed to becoming a more liberated and anti-racist organization, building a network of leaders with cultural competency and skills to build a new future, while restoring vital lands and waters and connecting people to nature. They train young leaders in ecological restoration, bringing together young adults (corps members) from the US and across the globe for an environmental leadership development and green-jobs training program. Corps members gain hands-on leadership experience, cross-cultural skills, and technical environmental restoration knowledge, leading community volunteers in projects like native tree planting, invasive plant removal, salmon stream restoration, wetland and shoreline restoration, and trail construction. EarthCorps strongly believes in the values of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion, working to ensure everyone feels engaged and supported as they strive to become a fully inclusive, multi-cultural, and anti-racist organization. EarthCorps is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Communications Coordinator to support internal and external communications. This role involves executing day-to-day communications across EarthCorps’ owned media channels including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, a monthly email newsletter, and EarthCorps’ website, with a growing focus on multimedia and video content. The Communications Coordinator helps ensure brand, graphics, and message consistency across internal and external channels, and supports media relations activities, including responding to media inquiries and assisting with press announcements. A major focus is delivering timely, consistent, high-quality communications that reflect EarthCorps’ values and purpose. The role reports to the Director of Development and Communications and collaborates closely with the Development Coordinator, Corps members, and program staff. Strong candidates will demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, collaboration, and solid skills in writing, digital communications, and content creation. The position involves a dynamic work environment, ranging from creating social media content, to capturing photos and videos on a Puget Sound shoreline, to updating the website or executing graphics requests.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in communications, marketing, media, or related fields
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex environmental work into engaging, accessible content
• Experience managing multiple social media platforms, especially Instagram and Facebook
• Experience planning, producing and editing video content (YouTube, Instagram Reels, etc.)
• Experience managing email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, etc.)
• Experience writing news releases and media pitches, and building media lists
• Understanding of how journalists work and how a newsroom functions
• Competency with Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Proficiency with content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)
• Comfortable being outdoors and capturing content at work project location sites like parks, forests, and beaches
• Strong project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic organizational environment
• Passion for environmental leadership, youth development, community service, and EarthCorps’ mission
• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven communications role
• Familiarity with YouTube growth strategies and analytics
• Basic photography and videography skills, including comfort operating a camera in the field
• Knowledge of SEO principles and basic website editing
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Understanding of environmental, conservation, or climate-related topics

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of communications strategies that elevate EarthCorps’ mission and advance organizational goals
• Maintain EarthCorps’ brand voice, messaging, and visual standards across all channels
• Track and report communications analytics and apply insights to strengthen reach, engagement, and audience growth
• Plan, write, design, and send a monthly email newsletter featuring stories from the field, organizational updates, Corpsmember experiences, and impact highlights
• Collaborate with the Development team to support fundraising appeals, donor campaigns, and event invitations
• Manage and maintain EarthCorps’ presence across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube
• Develop and draft monthly content calendars with a consistent posting schedule and ensure content is aligned with EarthCorps’ voice and values
• Monitor engagement and advocate for data‑informed improvements
• Support the expansion of video content, including planning, scripting (when needed), producing, and editing
• Build a library of field-based video stories, program highlights, staff and Corps member spotlights, and educational content
• Experiment with formats that support audience growth (e.g., short-form videos, behind-the-scenes features, volunteer-focused content)
• Maintain and update website content (WordPress)
• Ensure content is timely, accurate, and optimized for user experience
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and key messaging with guidance from the Director of Comms & Development
• Support and maintain relationships with local journalists and media outlets covering environment, climate, service, and youth leadership
• Coordinate interviews and support leadership and program staff with interview prep and talking points
• Support internal messaging in collaboration with leadership team to ensure staff and Corps members stay informed and aligned
• Assist with crisis communications as needed
• Collaborate with the Development team to produce donor-focused communications, including campaign collateral, impact stories, stewardship emails, and event materials
• Support storytelling for events such as the annual Gala, volunteer days, and program celebrations
• Assist the Senior Development Manager with completing the organization’s annual report
• Provide support for communications/marketing tasks not listed above and adapt to evolving responsibilities in response to organizational and programmatic changes

Benefits

• Vacation: 15 days per year
• Sick leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 14 holidays and 2 floating holidays per year
• Additional Time-off: The office is closed for 12 business days in December/January
• 401(k): retirement plan with 3% match after 6 months
• Employer-paid insurance premiums: Includes medical, dental, vision, and disability
• Additional Benefits: Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Program, discounted ORCA Card, and ProDeals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees