Media Relations Manager Job at The Nature Conservancy in Seattle

OFFICE LOCATIONUnited StatesThe choosen candidate must live in IL, IN, OH, or WI. Remote and hybrid options are available.#LI-Remote#PDNWHO WE AREThe mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity {rel="nofollow"} and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube {rel="nofollow"} to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor {rel="nofollow"}.One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHERThe Media Relations Manager manages and implements media and communications strategies to raise the visibility of projects and priorities in the Midwest Division, engage its varied audiences, influence conservation action, and support achieving revenue goals. Working with contracted media relations agencies, associate directors, and key program staff, the media & public relations manager will curate stories, insights, and learning for placement in appropriate outlets across the Midwest Division. They will also help identify other key audiences for those stories, build brand awareness, and position The Nature Conservancy as a thought leader.This position will collaborate with other colleagues in the Midwest division. The Media and public relations manager will also work with the global media team and other media staff across the organization to elevate stories of regional importance to national coverage. The position will report to the Director of Marketing and Communications.The Media Relations Manager works to implement media and public relations tactics to help drive organizational strategy. They develop and foster relations with key stakeholders, partners, and media contacts to manage the dissemination of information and stories. They inform and help develop speeches, key messages, talking points, press releases, and pitches, as well as package distributed materials and visual assets as needed. They help to facilitate ongoing communication between leadership and staff across multiple disciplines, including conservation, government relations, and development, as well as trustees and external partners.As the Media Relations Manager, you will:Participate in the development and implementation of media relations strategy and plan for the five states in the Midwest Division (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin).Manage and serve as team lead on assigned Midwest state/s, media and/or communications initiatives.Facilitate ongoing communication between leadership and staff across multiple disciplines, incl