Communications & Marketing Associate
American Battlefield Trust - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022![American Battlefield Trust](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Hallowed Ground , our award-winning membership magazineQuantify efficacy of outreach efforts and refine techniques to maximize impactCollaborate with internal teams to shape and populate social media campaignsRequired Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in media relations, communications and/or marketingOutstanding and efficient writing skills, including matching tone and style to the audience and medium without sacrificing clarityStrong grammar and editing ability, including self-editing for succinctness and precisionComfort speaking in public, off-the-cuff and on-the-record; willingness to cold-call pitch media on the phone and via emailDemonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and meet firm deadlinesOutstanding attention to detail paired with creativity and an eye for good designExcellent organizational skills coupled with a results-oriented and problem-solving mindset that seeks solutions and uses creativity to find work arounds as necessaryStrong work ethic with the ability to thrive in both independent and collaborative settingsKeen interest in American history and a flair for good storytellingProficiency in Microsoft Office suite required; experience with Drupal CMS, graphic design and visual storytelling platforms and software highly valuedAt the American Battlefield Trust, we build parks and tell stories — the narrative threads that make up the rich tapestry of our nation. Our culture calls for hardworking, entrepreneurial individuals that take calculated, intelligent risks and are always looking for opportunities to learn and improve. Our staff is united by a commitment to excellence and a passion for keeping American history alive.Since 1987, the Trust has saved more than 58,000 acres of hallowed battlefield land from the Revolutionary War through the Civil War. We have reached millions of students and other life-long learners through our education programs. As our nation heads toward the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, we are looking to grow even more and build upon our previous successes.The American Battlefield Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer.