Communications Manager
Remote
Communications /
Full-time /
Remote
Ever wondered what the meaning is in the songs of whales, in the chirping of the birds in your garden, or in the ultrasonic communications of bats? You’re not alone…
Earth Species Project (ESP) is a non-profit dedicated to using AI to solve these questions. We believe the exponential progress we’re seeing in AI offers new ways of looking at the world and expanding the ability of human beings to learn from other species. Our hope is that this will make a significant contribution to altering human perspective on how we relate to the rest of nature.
ESP partners with biologists and machine learning researchers at leading universities and institutions around the world, and we are honored to be supported by many forward-looking philanthropists and groups, including Reid Hoffman, Waverley Street Foundation, the Paul G Allen Family Foundation and the National Geographic Society.
As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a talented and mission-aligned communications generalist to support our robust communications strategy. This person will be a creative and detail-oriented communications professional who is excited to work across channels and teams to elevate our message and support our growing visibility. You’ll join a small and collaborative team working on the frontier of science and technology.
The ideal candidate will exhibit impeccable communication and organizational skills, be a strong writer, have expertise in digital media, have a passion for science and technical storytelling, and a deep understanding of our technology and research approach, and be comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment.
Please note that this is a 6 month contract position to start, with the intention to expand into a full-time role for the right candidate.
$7,000 - $8,400 a month
Level: Mid-Level Manager (4-6 years of experience)
Location: Remote, with travel required ~once/quarter year for team retreats, conferences, and in-person strategy & planning meetings within departments
Reports To: Director of Communications
Start date: Aug 2025
Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Editorial
- Draft high-quality written content for a variety of channels, including blog posts, newsletters, social media, fundraising assets, and web copy
- Maintain brand consistency across all communication platforms
- Own and manage editorial calendar in partnership with the Director of Communications
- Coordinate with researchers, development, and impact teams to source and shape stories that reflect ESP’s work and value
- Draft, review, and schedule social media content weekly, ensuring consistent brand voice and visual quality
- Monitor social media channels and support community engagement
- Create basic visuals for digital and print assets using tools like Canva, Figma, Illustrator, or InDesign
- Develop external-facing materials to support brand visibility, fundraising, and other initiatives
Event & Speaking Engagements
- Maintain a speaking and events calendar and coordinate logistics with internal and external stakeholders
- Support event planning and promotion
- Draft communications for event promotion and follow-up (email campaigns, social media, etc.)
Media Relations & PR
- Manage organization-wide media inbox and triage incoming media requests and messages
- Support media outreach and announcements
- Maintain and update ESP’s press kit and media lists
- Media monitoring, tracking announcement performance, reporting results on PR campaigns
- Exhibit strong pitch writing skills with a keen eye for media-worthy topics and trends
Internal Communications
- Share relevant articles, announcements, and updates with the full team to foster internal alignment and engagement
- Strengthen the connection between ESP’s external communications and internal awareness
- Support communication around major organizational moments, launches, and wins
- Help organize and maintain communications documentation and knowledge-sharing resources in Google Drive
Systems & Reporting
- Track and report on social media and website performance, and synthesize into monthly reports
- Maintain communications systems for deadlines, reviews, and approvals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field
- 4–6 years of experience in a communications, content, or marketing role, ideally in a mission-driven or scientific/technical organization
- Proven track record of running cross-platform content programs
- Impeccable attention to detail and an eye for written style and visual design.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and publishing content via standard social media platforms, including LinkedIn, X, and BlueSky.
- Excellent writer with an adaptable voice and strong storytelling instincts
- Strong organizational and project management skills; able to keep multiple projects on track with minimal oversight
- Proficient in social media platforms (especially LinkedIn, BlueSky, and X), email marketing tools, CRMs (Hubspot), and CMS (Webflow, WordPress)
- Comfortable with visual design tools like Canva; bonus for Figma, Illustrator, or InDesign experience
- Collaborative and cross-functional mindset; able to build relationships across teams
Nice to Have
- Passion for nature, ecology, or conservation
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence, scientific research, and/or ethology and animal behavior
- Experience developing highly polished deliverables with visual design elements, such as illustrations for slide decks, posters, and social media posts, either independently or supported by a designer.
- Experience with project management software like Asana or ClickUp
- Experience managing network of freelances and creative agencies
