The Hatcher Group is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Marketing and Communications Associate to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the execution of strategic communications and marketing initiatives for clients committed to causes such as economic justice, healthcare access, environmental enforcement, and education equity. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to create innovations to address the social challenges of our time, contributing to award-winning campaigns for nonprofits, government agencies, and other organizations that share Hatcher’s vision of a more just and sustainable future.
The ideal candidate is versatile and a creative communicator looking for the chance to combine a passion for social issues with a growing expertise in storytelling and creative problem-solving. You’re a strong and detail-oriented writer who can adapt your tone and style for a variety of audiences and platforms. You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are excited to contribute fresh ideas and solutions to meet our clients’ goals.
Our flexible-first work culture empowers you to deliver your best work wherever you are. While remote work is a regular part of our operations, candidates within commuting distance of our Bethesda, MD office are strongly preferred to support weekly in-person collaboration and team building.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll contribute to meaningful, results-driven work for clients. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the development of strategic messaging and innovative campaigns that advance environmental goals.
- Conducting targeted media and advocacy outreach to amplify clients’ initiatives.
- Writing press releases, media advisories, feature stories, and engaging web content.
- Assisting in the creation of strategic communications plans tailored to client objectives.
- Building and managing media lists and contact databases.
- Conducting research and data analysis to inform data-driven communications strategies.
- Creating and managing social media content, plans, outreach, and performance tracking.
What You’ll Bring
We’re seeking a passionate and collaborative professional eager to make a difference. The ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, marketing, communications, environmental studies, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of professional experience (including internships) in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably in an agency environment.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with email tools like Constant Contact or MailChimp.
- Experience using media databases and conducting outreach.
- The ability to balance multiple priorities with confidence and ease.
We are pleased to offer a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $67,500 per year for this position, tailored to your experience and aligned with our internal standards. Join us and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes robust healthcare coverage, generous paid time off, and continuous learning opportunities. Plus, take advantage of monthly perks, a home office fund, and a supportive community with in-office snacks and social events!
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What We Do
The climate crisis is a massive call to action. We started Hatcher in response. Today, Hatcher is a hybrid advisory firm and venture builder founded on the belief that environmental responsibility is the critical forcing function for future innovation.
Sustainable transformation is the service we provide in our consulting projects, and the singular goal driving our incubation strategy. Evolution is nature's imperative: we can either adapt, or lose to those who do.
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