Title: ACORE Associate, Communications Location: WASHINGTON, DC Full Time Mid Level Job Description: Position Title:Associate, Communications Department: Communications Reporting To:Vice President, Communications Who We Are: ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that operates at the intersection of affordability, reliability, and clean energy deployment. Our work is focused on stabilizing energy prices, strengthening the electric grid, and driving investment in cost-effective technologies to ensure that clean energy delivers for people, businesses, and the U.S. economy. Who We’re Looking For: The Communications Associate will report directly to the Vice President of Communications and will work collaboratively across the organization to enhance the visibility and impact of ACORE and its key programs. This position requires a talented, creative, and flexible communicator who can deliver compelling content on the clean energy sector, ACORE priorities, and ACORE members. The ideal candidate will possess skills that can translate across communications channels, including exceptional writing, basic photo and video skills, experience working in media relations, and excitement about trying new strategies and tactics. Knowledge of the energy industry is a plus; enthusiasm for storytelling is a must. This position is based in Washington, D.C. ACORE has a hybrid work environment that allows team members a combination of in-office work and telework. Key job duties: - Draft, edit, and proofread a wide variety of written content, including press releases, media advisories, executive quotes, op-eds, blogs, newsletters, and talking points - Pitch stories to media, develop and foster relationships with key reporters, and serve as a point of contact for incoming press inquiries - Maintain ACORE’s press lists, working in close coordination with the Director of Communications and Vice President of Communications - Monitor industry and member news - Draft and distribute ACORE’s daily and weekly newsletters - Collect and analyze communications data, including earned media coverage, newsletter analytics, and social media metrics - Draft and schedule compelling content for ACORE’s social media platforms and website - Meaningfully contribute to planning and strategy sessions - Help ensure projects are delivered within timelines - Perform other tasks and miscellaneous support duties as assigned The Must-Haves: - Three to five years of experience in energy, public relations, journalism, or a related field - Willingness to learn - Superb writing, editing, and proofreading skills - Ability to translate complex information into clean, concise, and engaging copy - Fluency in AP Style (and love of the Oxford comma) - Flexibility to prioritize multiple tasks effectively under deadline pressure - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, approaching issues with an objective mindset - Understanding of how to develop, execute, and measure the impact of communication strategies - A contagious passion for storytelling - Basic knowledge of communication tools and platforms such as Muck Rack, WordPress, Hubspot, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar products The Perks of Working at ACORE: - Competitive salary - Robust health care options - Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year, 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Years - Paid parental leave - Hybrid work schedule with three days a week in office - 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution - Educational assistance program - Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another Non-Discrimination ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Compensation $65,000-$80,000 per year

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