Media Relations and Storytelling Manager

Media Relations and Storytelling Manager
Native American Rights Fund – Boulder, Colorado

Native American Rights Fund (NARF) is a non‑profit national Indian law firm representing Indian tribes, organizations, and individuals in Indian law matters of major significance. NARF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are encouraged to apply.

About this Position
Title:

Media Relations and Storytelling Manager

Department:

Communications

Reports To:

Director of Communications

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Location:

Boulder, CO; Anchorage, AK; Washington, D.C. (hybrid position; must be located within commutable distance of the selected office)

The Media Relations and Storytelling Manager is responsible for bringing NARF’s mission and work to life through bold, accessible, and culturally relevant message development and storytelling that makes issues feel personal and resonant for NARF’s audiences. The role combines strategic communication, crisis management, and creative storytelling to shape public perception and drive engagement.

Responsibilities

Media Relations:

Manage and triage incoming media requests and coordinate with reporters and organizational spokespeople for interviews.

Press Materials:

Prepare press releases, pitches, media advisories, and written statements.

Storytelling:

Write compelling case updates and summaries for the website and other NARF‑owned media to help readers understand why the work is necessary and important.

Content Guidance:

Advise on how to frame NARF’s written materials to make them compelling and accessible.

Media Monitoring:

Monitor for misinformation and disinformation, negative press coverage, and execute crisis communication strategies to protect NARF’s reputation.

Data Analytics:

Track and report press coverage and refine media strategies accordingly in alignment with organizational goals.

Media Training and Prep:

Prepare staff and clients to communicate about NARF’s work based on interview best practices; prepare talking points.

Departmental Liaison:

Act as Communications champion for assigned Legal/Development teams and projects; attend meetings and identify communication opportunities.

Professional Growth and Development:

Engage in professional development to ensure current, expert knowledge of media relations and nonprofit storytelling; report best practices and trends.

Team Responsibilities:

Create compelling content for online and print publications.

Photograph NARF staff, Board of Directors, clients, and events.

Manage and create video content.

Update and maintain NARF’s websites (HTML and WordPress).

Collaborate on projects across the communications spectrum, including copywriting, website design, media relations, crisis communications, donor relations, etc.

Supervisory Duties:

None.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (preferred).

5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably at a nonprofit, legal, and/or Tribal organization.

Experience with media management and outreach.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to write clearly, concisely, and logically.

Expertise in AP style and legal writing (preferred).

Proven track record of consistent and compelling writing on legal, advocacy, justice, Native American, and related topics.

Efficient work habits: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules.

Strong judgment, sensitivity, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

High‑level interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with a wide range of constituencies.

Highly organized self‑starter, comfortable in a fast‑moving organization.

Understanding of Indian Law and Tribal‑U.S. relations (preferred).

Familiarity with Native American culture and/or experience working with Tribal Nations or Indigenous Peoples (preferred).

Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Some local and national travel required.

Salary and Benefits
$105,700 to $127,300 annually, based on 5–15+ years of experience in the Denver Metro market.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off, including vacation, sick, family, and medical/disability leave; employer contribution to a 401(k) plan; group life insurance; accident insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.

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