The National Wild Turkey Federation · 2 months ago
NWTF Storyteller - Midwest
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is seeking a storyteller to convey the relevance of its mission to various audiences, particularly in the hunting and outdoors space. The storyteller will work with field staff and volunteers to highlight stories that demonstrate the organization's impact on wildlife, ecosystems, and communities, with a focus on the Midwest region.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Company
The National Wild Turkey Federation
In 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation was founded in Fredericksburg, Va., as a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation and education organization with a mission dedicated to conservation of the wild turkey and preservation of our hunting heritage.
Founded in 1973
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jason Burckhalter
Founder and CEO
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