Marketing Communications Specialist

Our client is seeking a part-time Marketing & Communications Contractor to help activate an established network of relationships, execute structured outreach, and expand the reach of the organization's newsletter, sponsored content, and thought leadership. This is a junior, execution-focused role rather than a traditional content creation position. The leadership team has built a significant ecosystem of relationships across technology, policy, investment, research, media, and advocacy. This person will help systematically activate those relationships using established processes, messaging, and tools. You Will: Maintain and activate a structured contact database in HubSpot, ensuring contacts are organized, segmented, and ready for outreach Execute structured and sequenced outreach campaigns across key audience groups using established messaging and outreach frameworks Track outreach activity, responses, follow-ups, and relationship status within HubSpot Identify responses and engagement that warrant leadership attention and coordinate appropriate follow-up Help manage the production and distribution calendar for the organization's biweekly newsletter Support outreach for sponsored newsletter opportunities, including identifying warm prospects and moving conversations forward Track sponsorship conversations and consistently follow up on outstanding opportunities Amplify newsletter and sponsored content through LinkedIn and other relevant channels Compile basic performance metrics including open rates, impressions, and click-throughs Research relevant media, podcast, event, panel, and speaking opportunities Draft and send concise outreach and pitch emails using the organization's established messaging and voice Maintain organized trackers for media, event, sponsorship, and relationship outreach and coordinate logistics as needed You Have: 1-3 years of experience in marketing, communications, outreach, relationship management, or a related area Experience working with a CRM, ideally HubSpot, with an understanding of using CRM data to drive outreach and manage relationships Experience with email outreach, including segmentation, sequencing, follow-ups, and adapting existing messaging Strong written communication skills with the ability to write polished, concise emails and short-form copy Excellent organization and follow-through with the ability to work independently in a part-time environment Comfort working in a small, fast-moving organization where you can take ownership of execution Familiarity with Google Sheets and maintaining accurate contact and outreach data Experience with newsletter platforms such as Substack or Mailchimp is a plus Experience with LinkedIn content amplification and social media scheduling is a plus Background in policy communications, advocacy, technology PR, nonprofit marketing, media outreach, or editorial pitching is a plus Logistics: Start Date/Duration: Starting ASAP for an initial 3-month contract with potential to extend Hours/Week: Approximately 15 Hours/Week, potentially increasing to 20 Hours/Week Onsite/Offsite: Fully Remote Laptop/Software Requirements: Working on your own laptop and software #J-18808-Ljbffr Artisan Talent