Communications Associate

Media Relations & Pitching Support the development and execution of proactive media outreach, including drafting pitches, thought leadership support, building and maintaining media lists and coordinating reporter relationships Work across the Audacious team to identify timely, pitchworthy stories across the portfolio and content calendar Help draft media materials including press releases, backgrounders and talking points for internal and external partners Support on media outreach and engagement, media reporting and press outcomes Content Creation & Writing Ideate, write and edit a range of content — including grantee stories, blog posts, impact updates, newsletter updates, web copy and donor communications Develop strong, accessible narratives that translate complex global issues into stories that resonate with core audiences Work closely with the Director of Brand and Comms to develop new ways to develop storytelling and connect with donors, grantees and partners Maintain and evolve editorial calendars and content workflows Social Media Support Work with the social media lead to support social media planning, content creation and community management across Audacious channels Storytelling & Communications Support Partner with grantees to understand their work and surface compelling stories that illustrate progress and impact Develop content and tools that showcase the breadth and depth of Audacious and the impact of its grantee community more powerfully and consistently Cross-Team Collaboration Serve as an embedded comms partner for Audacious teams to identify communications opportunities and support broader organizational needs, track milestones and news Contribute to overall communications planning, ensuring a cohesive, consistent brand voice across all channels and audiences Support the Director of Brand & Communications on special projects, content creation, campaigns and initiatives as they arise Required 3–5 years of communications experience, with a strong background in or meaningful exposure to philanthropy, collaboratives, nonprofit or social impact organizations Exceptional writing and editing skills across formats — from punchy social copy to long-form narrative storytelling Experience with media relations, including developing pitch angles, pitching journalists and managing press outreach Strong collaboration skills and a genuine enjoyment of working across teams and with external partners Highly organized and proactive, able to manage a fast pace of work, multiple workstreams, deadlines and priorities with care and attention to detail A creative thinker who brings fresh ideas and follow through Deep curiosity about and commitment to the issues Audacious grantees are working to solve — from climate to global health to social justice Preferred Direct experience working with or supporting philanthropic organizations or family offices on communications and storytelling Familiarity with social…