Project Coordinator – Marketing (Volunteer)

Project Coordinator – Marketing (Volunteer)

 

Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment.

Important: Candidates must be available to attend bi-weekly Marketing team meetings on Fridays at 1:00 PM ET.

 

Help organize creative campaigns and drive collaboration across the marketing team.

We're seeking a Project Coordinator to support the Marketing department by helping to organize campaigns, ensure clear communication, and keep initiatives progressing smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting the dots and enabling creative teams to succeed.

 

Who We Are

WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on the most pressing issues of our time. We’re powered by skilled volunteers and a small core staff — from students to seasoned pros — who believe in ethical, independent journalism free from corporate or political influence.

 

About the Role

As the Project Coordinator for Marketing, you will:

• Attend bi-weekly Marketing meetings (Fridays at 1:00 PM ET)
• Track marketing campaign tasks and team assignments using Trello, spreadsheets, or shared docs
• Connect content creators, designers, and outreach leads to keep campaigns moving forward
• Help manage priorities, deliverables, and internal deadlines
• Follow up with contributors and provide project updates to team leads
• Maintain clarity and documentation on campaign progress (e.g., checklists, notes, timelines)

 

What We’re Looking For

• Some experience in project coordination or team-based work (internships and early-career welcome!)
• Strong organization, communication, and follow-up skills
• Comfortable with project tracking tools like Trello, spreadsheets, and Google Workspace
• Self-motivated and reliable in a remote environment
• Interest in nonprofit work and creative marketing efforts

 

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience supporting a creative, mission-driven marketing team
• A flexible, remote schedule (aside from one required meeting every other week)
• Opportunities to connect with professionals across marketing, design, social media, and leadership

 

Commitment

We ask for a commitment of 5–7 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months. This includes weekly editorial meetings, project updates, and follow-up communication.

 

How to Apply

Please send:

• Your resume
• A short, thoughtful cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you

To confirm that you’ve read this description, include the phrase “Committed to the Mission” and the result of 12 ÷ 3 somewhere in your letter.

If there’s no place to attach a cover letter, email it to [email protected]. Check your spam folder for responses — they sometimes land there.

 

Reminder

We do not consider generic or AI-generated applications. Your submission should reflect your voice and alignment with our mission.

 

Join Us

This is your chance to support a mission-driven newsroom and play a key role in making our marketing projects successful, collaborative, and well-executed