Alaska Whale Foundation (AWF) is seeking a Communications Support Contractor to develop and maintain relations between the organization and its stakeholders, including donors, colleagues, and the public, through email campaigns, website content, social media, print media, and public relations. The purpose of the work is to expand public awareness of AWF’s research and conservation program and establish and maintain regular fundraising efforts. Duties may include: • Work with the Executive Director to develop and implement a communication strategy. • Work with the Executive Director to produce an Annual Report. • Manage website and work with Staff and Field Team to generate new content. • Manage social media accounts. • Produce monthly email campaigns for donors and other stakeholders. • Prepare and distribute press releases for AWF events and major research accomplishments. • Create print and electronic media to promote annual fundraising event. Experience and Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have: • A degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field OR relevant experience in one of these fields. • Experience implementing communications strategies. • Experience capturing, curating and editing photo and video media. • Basic graphic design and graphic design software skills. As well, successful candidates will be expected to: • Have an ability to manage time and meet deadlines without direct supervision. • Be a self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial. • Enjoy creating and sharing suggestions for new ideas and improvements to our communications. Location: Contractor will work remotely. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Although not a requirement, preference will be given to applicants based in Alaska or the Pacific Northwest. Contractor will have the opportunity to travel to AWF’s field station in Warm Springs Bay, Southeast Alaska (expenses paid by AWF) to work with the field team and develop communications content and capture media. Travel to Seattle (expenses paid by AWF) is also possible to assist with annual fundraising event. Application Deadline: January 23, 2023 Pay Rate: Approximately $1,500 per month Time Commitment: Approximately 60 hours per month Term: March 1 - December 31, 2023. Prospect for extension and additional commitment dependent on results and funding. Applicants should provide: • Cover letter, CV and references. • Samples of their work that demonstrate writing and editing skills and aesthetic instincts for digital layouts and publishing. To apply, please visit www.alaskawhalefoundation.org/communications. For more information, visit alaskawhalefoundation.org or contact us at info@alaskawhalefoundation.org