Conservation Communications Technician
Location: Atlanta, GA
Compensation: $22 / hr
Position Type: Temporary part-time, starting January/February 2026
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.
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
Experience:
- 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