Date Posted:
May 14, 2026
Position Title:
Communications Associate
Office/Company:
American Battlefield Trust
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06585
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$55,000–$63,000 annual starting salary
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The American Battlefield Trust seeks a Communications Associate to build awareness of the Trust, its mission, programs and impact.Proactively generate attention for the Trust, its programs and initiatives by advancing messaging that defines the brand and expands reach and impact.Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in communications and PR, marketing, publications, advertising or other relevant creative field.
Responsibilities:
• Proactively generate attention for the Trust, its programs and initiatives by advancing messaging that defines the brand and expands reach and impact
• Orchestrate logistics surrounding events to support Policy Department programs, such as news conferences, grassroots advocacy briefings and partner workshops
• Maintain and fulfill display advertising calendar, including ideating copy and visuals that provide timely and meaningful updates in worthwhile outlets
• Instill processes for tracking metrics stemming from print and other non-digital advertising, strengthening the pipeline that converts content consumers into donors
• Advance brand-building opportunities, including paid media, content marketing, sponsorships and collaborations that introduce new audiences to the Trust’s work
• Coordinate the nomination process for the American Battlefield Trust Prize for History, working with publishers and authors to solicit and verify submissions
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in communications and PR, marketing, publications, advertising or other relevant creative field
• Keen interest in American history and a flair for good storytelling
• Exceptional writing abilities, including mastery of marrying tone and medium, coupled with proficiency in editing for grammar, clarity and succinctness
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially in coordinating logistics for tangible events and products
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and meet firm deadlines while maintaining a results-oriented, entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset
• An eye for good design – ideally paired with experience in graphic design and visual storytelling platforms
Instructions:
Email [email protected], referencing Communications in your subject line.
Other:
No calls, please.
