Conservation Communications Technician

Description

Are you passionate about plants and storytelling? The Atlanta Botanical Garden is seeking a creative Conservation Communications Technician to support the Southeastern Center for Conservation in bringing our vital plant conservation work to life through engaging, science-based digital storytelling. The successful candidate will work closely with the Conservation Engagement Coordinator. This is a unique opportunity available to candidates looking to gain experience in science communication.

This is a temporary part-time position, that will start January/February of 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a repository of engaging and evergreen social media content using images, graphics, and short-form video to showcase the Center's work and educate audiences on plant conservation
• Ensure content consistency with Atlanta Botanical Garden and Southeastern Center for Conservation voice and visual brand identity
• Assist with taking high quality images and video to support content as necessary
• Analyze social media engagement to identify high-performing content for future campaigns and areas of improvement
• Perform social media research to identify content trends and potential micro-influencer partnerships
• Write social media captions that showcase the Center's work in an approachable, professional, and scientifically accurate way

Requirements

• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with major social media platforms especially Instagram
• Experience editing graphics and videos
• Previous experience creating social media content for an organization
• Work experience or coursework in botany, biology, environmental conservation, or science communication a plus
• Ability to conduct self-directed research on scientific topics to ensure accurate and up-to-date science communication content

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Mental Requirements:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and complete responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Must be able to effectively interact with the general public and co-workers and peer professionals

The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job.

It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ABG Core Values:

• Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind
• Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden
• Inspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyone
• Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication
• Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard