Strategic Marketing & Communications Lead (AI-Enabled)
Company Overview
At Switch Energy Alliance (SEA), we are committed to fostering energy literacy for everyone, everywhere through objective, fact-based education and public engagement. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we engage individuals, educators, and institutions through award-winning documentary content, digital learning experiences, and global educational initiatives that encourage informed discussion and thoughtful exploration of energy-related challenges.
Guided by curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and thoughtful communication, we take an intentional approach to delivering high-quality educational programs and resources. Our team embraces creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to expand global energy understanding. Through engaging storytelling, digital media, and strategic partnerships, we work to bridge knowledge gaps and help individuals better understand energy, economics, and the environment.
Position Summary
SEA is seeking a strategic marketing and communications leader who can own and evolve the marketing function - bringing both strategic vision and operational execution. This is not a traditional nonprofit marketing and communications role. The ideal candidate combines strong communication instincts, digital marketing expertise, analytical thinking, and thoughtful use of AI-assisted workflows to strengthen and scale marketing operations. We are looking for someone who uses AI to enhance high-quality work—not replace critical thinking, creativity, sound judgment, or human insight. Strong performance in this role opens a path toward expanded leadership responsibility and broader ownership within the organization. To learn more about the role or submit an application, please see the application instructions below or contact [email protected]
What You’ll Do
• Lead SEA’s integrated marketing and communications strategy
• Own messaging, positioning, and brand consistency across channels
• Build and improve AI-assisted workflows supporting content operations, reporting, SEO, and campaign
execution
• Manage SEA’s digital presence across YouTube, social, email, and web platforms
• Oversee external vendors and contracted marketing services
• Use analytics and reporting insights to guide marketing decisions and optimization
• Partner with leadership and program teams across the organization
• Help shape the future growth and evolution of SEA's marketing function
What We’re Looking For
• 5+ years of progressive marketing and communications experience, including ownership of marketing strategy and execution
• Strong digital marketing background across social, email, SEO, and content strategy
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted marketing workflows and automation tools
• Excellent written communication and strategic thinking skills
• Comfortable operating independently while collaborating effectively in a lean, evolving environment
• Experience in nonprofit, education, media, energy, or mission-driven organizations strongly preferred
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer
sponsorship requirements.
Preferred Attributes
• Strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with practical execution
• Strong interpersonal judgment and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and leadership styles
• Curious, adaptable, and motivated by continuous learning and improvement
• Comfortable operating in a lean, evolving environment with initiative, adaptability, accountability, and sound judgment
• Thoughtful communicator with strong writing, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrates professionalism, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative, low-ego approach
• Interest in energy, education, media, public understanding, or mission-driven work
• Ability to thoughtfully leverage AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency while maintaining high-quality work and human insight
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: $75,000–$90,000 per year, commensurate with experience
• Benefits include employer-sponsored health insurance, optional dental and vision coverage at employee cost, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holidays.
Work Environment & Schedule
• Location: This is an Austin-based, in-office role with work-from-home flexibility based on role demands and performance.
• Schedule: Full-time
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel, up to approximately 10%, in support of SEA events, conferences,
educational initiatives, and organizational meetings
• Physical Demands: General office functions including extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and participation in meetings or occasional event-related activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.
How to Apply:
Please submit:
• Resume
• Tailored cover letter
In your cover letter, briefly describe one marketing initiative, workflow, or campaign you personally improved through strategy, analytics, automation, or AI-assisted processes and the outcome achieved.
Thoughtful, individualized applications are strongly encouraged.
Candidates should be prepared to discuss examples of strategic marketing work, AI-assisted workflows, campaign outcomes, or operational improvements during the interview process.
Priority consideration will be given to applications received by June 20, 2026.
If you enjoy balancing strategy with hands-on execution, are energized by mission-driven work, thrive in creative and analytical environments, and are adaptable, curious, and motivated by continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.
Referrals are also welcome if this opportunity is not the right fit for you personally. Switch Energy Alliance is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a respectful, professional, and inclusive workplace.
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