NWTF Storyteller - Northeast

Job description

Description

**Must reside in the area of responsibility**

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: NWTF Storyteller – Northeast Region

Full-Time or Part-time: Fulltime

Department: Communications

Reports To: Managing Editor – Web and Media

Employment Category: Salaried/Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) storyteller will convey the relevance of the NWTF’s mission to audiences in the hunting and outdoors space, as well as engaging other audiences that benefit from the work of the NWTF.

Working with NWTF field staff, volunteers and partners, the NWTF storyteller will seek out and highlight stories that demonstrate the organization’s mission in action and how its work benefits wildlife, ecosystems, communities and people. Moreover, the storyteller will showcase how the NWTF’s efforts preserve the lifestyle and soul of the American hunter and demonstrate the life-changing power of the outdoors, with a primary focus on stories from the Northeast.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Craft compelling stories/content for a variety of NWTF outlets, including:

Magazines

Newspapers

Websites

Press releases

Social media

E-newsletters

Eblasts

Photograph, correct and format images for magazine and web use

Update content regularly and suggest areas of improvement on website

Must be able to take projects from concept to completion with minimal guidance

Edit content for consistency and accuracy by recognizing discrepancies in language, layout, formatting or NWTF branding

Understand the NWTF’s mission and promote the NWTF to media, members and the public, as well as other employees

Assist with planning of web editorial calendar

Travel to NWTF conservation and education and outreach events for story coverage

May be required to help in other departments as necessary

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or other related fields or equivalent experience

Experience in writing for outdoor/hunting or other related industry

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Basic knowledge of Adobe CS (HTML and photo editing) for use in developing content

Knowledge of AP style or ability to learn

Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel

Attention to detail and fact checking

Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented, creative, deadline-driven, team player who can adapt and learn quickly

Must be able to travel to NWTF events for up to seven days at a time

Must be legally able to handle firearms.

Must have a valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Deep understanding of hunting, conservation and relevant outdoor topics, with the ability to translate that knowledge into engaging, meaningful content that inspires NWTF’s audience

A current hunter safety certification, or be obtained upon hiring

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time

Remote or Telecomm Status (select one):

Position can work remotely.

Posting will remain open until filled.