Media and Outreach Specialist

5 hours, 20 minutes ago
Part-time
Mid Level
Marketing and Growth
Convergent Research

Convergent Research

Convergent Research enables fundamental research at scale, pursuing technically ambitious projects with a full-time team. It produces high-impact public goods for science and technology through finite-duration efforts.

Professional Services
11-50

Description

  • Plan and publish regular content for Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts.
  • Develop accessible updates about construction, scientific publications, and project milestones.
  • Write and publish concise, image-rich website news and blog posts.
  • Source, organize, and prepare photographs, videos, astronomical images, and other visual assets.
  • Create newsletter content and manage email distribution if a subscriber list is established.
  • Support press release preparation and distribution with project partners.
  • Develop monthly communications plans aligned with project activities and priorities.
  • Track published content, media coverage, engagement, and audience growth.
  • Consult with scientific and project team members to ensure technical accuracy and appropriate handling of sensitive information.
  • Produce longer-form videos and coordinate creator collaborations, podcasts, interviews, and media opportunities as needed.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience creating science, nature, or technology content for public audiences.
  • Strong writing and editing skills, including translating technical material into clear, accurate, engaging content.
  • Experience sourcing or creating visual content, performing basic video editing, and publishing across web and social platforms.
  • Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to independently manage a regular content schedule and exercise sound judgment about when to consult the team.
  • Enthusiasm for astronomy, science communication, and the night sky.
  • Education or professional experience in science communication, communications, journalism, education, content creation, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with astrophotography, astronomy research, public outreach, journalism, press releases, or media embargoes is preferred.
  • An astronomy-focused media or content-creation network, astronomy club involvement, or startup experience is preferred.
  • Candidates must be based in Canada or the United States and able to commit approximately 16 hours per week.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work hours and location, with occasional in-person team meetings.
  • Part-time initial one-year term with possible extension.
  • Approximately 16 hours per week, with potential additional hours around major milestones.
  • Compensation of USD $40–$50 per hour, adjusted for experience and location.
  • Inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace.

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