Social Media/Communications Volunteer

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The Communications/Social Media volunteer works closely with SR 3’s Social Media Specialist and Executive Director to create high-quality, engaging content for SR 3’s social media presence, including keeping channels updated and brand-focused, and seeking out new ways of connecting with the community.

Responsibilities:

• Help create and maintain a social media plan
• Use social media to promote the mission and achievements of SR 3
• Keep our social media channels updated on a frequent basis
• Build awareness of SR 3’s work locally and through relevant networks, reaching a wide and diverse audience
• Assist with development and management of content for our website, blog, and social media channels
• Research relevant marine science news and create engaging posts to share
• Create content that invites audience interaction
• Monitor related social media channels and influencers for partnership opportunities
• Engage with collaborators, businesses and other stakeholders via social media
• Develop and update our photographic database, identifying gaps
• Track the effectiveness of our social media work and recommend ways forward
• Assist with the distribution of promotional materials and identify new opportunities for communications/promotions
• Support the Communications and Development Officer as needed with communications related to fundraising

Relevant Skills, Competencies and Experience:

• A passion for ocean conservation, marine science knowledge preferred
• Knowledge and experience with different types of main stream marketing and communications media
• Ability to create succinct, engaging, and on-brand messaging
• Ability to source and summarize news articles, stories, and scientific articles into engaging content for social media
• Effectively work under pressure and with short deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with Word, Excel, Gmail and Google Drive
• Experience with basic photo editing and video editing is preferred

Compensation:

This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.

How to apply:

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Applicants accepted on an ongoing basis.

Please submit resume and cover letter including your availability to info@SR3.org. All volunteers are subject to a background check.