Media Relations and Storytelling Manager

Native American Rights Fund • Boulder, CO

6d • $105,700 - $127,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Media Relations and Storytelling Manager is responsible for bringing the Native American Rights Fund’s (NARF’s) mission and work to life through bold, accessible, and culturally relevant message development and storytelling that makes issues feel personal and resonant for NARF’s audiences. This position is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with journalists and media outlets, while crafting compelling narratives that align with the organization’s mission, values, and goals. This role blends strategic communication, crisis management, and creative storytelling to shape public perception and drive engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field, preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably at a nonprofit, legal, and/or Tribal organization.
• Experience with media management and outreach.
• Ability to write clearly, concisely, and logically.
• Proven track record of consistent and compelling writing on legal, advocacy, justice, Native American, and/or similar topics.
• Efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines and honoring schedules.
• Must exercise strong judgment, sensitivity, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and diplomatically with a wide range of constituencies including co-workers, attorneys, donors, vendors, NARF board of directors, and Tribal leaders.
• Highly organized self-starter who is comfortable in a fast-moving organization.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in AP style and legal writing, preferred.
• An understanding of Indian Law and Tribal-U.S. relations, preferred.
• Familiarity with Native American culture and/or experience working with Tribal Nations or Indigenous Peoples, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and triage incoming media requests and coordinate with reporters and organizational spokespeople for interviews.
• Prepare all press materials, including press releases, pitches, media advisories, and written statements.
• Write compelling case updates and summaries for the website and other NARF-owned media that help readers understand why they are so necessary and important.
• Advise on how to frame NARF’s written materials to make them compelling and accessible.
• Monitor for misinformation and disinformation, as well as negative press coverage, and execute crisis communications strategies to protect NARF’s reputation.
• Track and report press coverage and refine media strategies accordingly and in alignment with NARF’s organizational goals.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and prepare staff and clients to communicate about NARF’s work based on interview best practices. Prepare talking points.
• Act as a departmental liaison and Communications champion for assigned Legal/ Development teams and projects. Attend team meetings and identify communications opportunities.
• Engage in professional development to ensure current, expert knowledge of media relations and effective nonprofit storytelling. Report back to the Communications Department on current best practices and trends.
• Create compelling content for online and print publications.
• Take and maintain photos of NARF staff, Board of Directors, clients and events.
• Manage and create video content.
• Update and maintain NARF’s stable of websites in HTML and WordPress.
• Collaborate on projects across the communications spectrum as needed, which could include copywriting, website design, media relations, crisis communications, donor relations, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off including vacation leave, sick leave, family leave, and medical/disability leave
• employer contribution to employee 401K plan
• employer paid group life insurance, accident insurance, and short-term and long-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level