Orcas Field Marketing Fellow

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🌳 About the Organization

Adventure Scientists is a nonprofit organization on a mission to protect the planet by pairing scientists with individuals uniquely capable of gathering difficult-to-obtain data. Our team collaborates with scientists worldwide to solve pressing environmental challenges, from biodiversity to climate change. Every role here offers a chance to make an impact on a global scale!

🙋‍♀️ About the Role

We’re looking for an Orca Field Marketing Fellow to help us spotlight one of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic marine species: the Southern Resident Killer Whales. This seasonal, low-commitment role blends adventure, creativity, and conservation – perfect for someone already spending time on the Oregon coast this winter and who wants to support science in a meaningful way.

You’ll help collect whale sighting data (from a kayak, boat, or even the shore), snap photos, create content and share stories that spark public awareness and action. We’re not looking for full-time field staff but for someone who’s already surfing, paddling, or exploring the coast and would love to get paid a stipend to channel those adventures into inspiring thousands of people to care more deeply about our oceans.

You’ll be supported throughout by our Project Manager and receive a brand toolkit with all the guidance you need.

đź’Ľ Responsibilities

  • Collect observational data while out doing what you already love: kayaking, sailing, surfing, or just scanning the horizon. (Read more about the project here)
  • Participate in at least 5 field days per month (flexible timing, spread them out as you wish)
  • Capture and deliver weekly content (5–10 photos, 1 short video/reel, and 1 social media draft post)
  • Identify and attend 2–3 local events (tickets are on us)
  • Act as a brand ambassador: post flyers, chat with local businesses, meet potential volunteers
  • Share positive environmental messages in person and online
  • Submit deliverables on time and aligned with our content guidelines (we’ll provide a toolkit!)

🎯 Skills & Requirements

  • Expertise in content creation (with a professional camera or great quality camera phone) and storytelling through photography and short-form video.
  • Based in or able to spend at least 5 days/month on the Oregon coast between November 2025 and February 2026
  • Passion for marine environments, orcas, and conservation science
  • Water-based skills (sea kayaking, sailing, surfing, or similar)
  • Confidence being on camera and engaging with people in person.
  • Positive, energetic, and approachable personality
  • Ability to work independently in field conditions.
  • Able to work independently and stay on top of deadlines
  • Stable internet connection for uploading files

đź’Ş Extra Awesome Qualities

    • Experience with social media growth (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube).
    • Previous involvement in marine biology, conservation, or outdoor science communication.

    🌎 Location

    Field-based on the Oregon Coast, with remote reporting.

    đź’Ž Compensation

    $2,000 in total for the duration of the contract (November 2025 – February 2026)

    🗓️ Hiring Process

    At Adventure Scientists, we believe in a transparent, enjoyable, and thorough hiring experience that ensures mutual alignment.

    1. Initial Conversation: Quick call with our People Operations team to learn more about your story and interests.
    2. Portfolio Review: Share photo/video/social samples or past projects.
    3. Final Interview: Conversation with the project team to align on expectations.

    The process typically takes 2–3 weeks.

    Adventure Scientists is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to achieving our mission. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to providing a fair and supportive hiring process for everyone. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, formal education, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other status. If you have any questions about the application process, please don’t hesitate to let us know – we’re here to help!

    🎓 How to Apply

    If you’re already adventuring, documenting, and care about the ocean — we’d love to work with you!

    Please submit:

    • A link to your portfolio, social media accounts, and LinkedIn.
    • Short answers to the application questions (no cover letter required).

    ⚠️ Important Note:

    We take application authenticity seriously. All responses to application questions are reviewed for originality. Submissions that are AI-generated or copied, even if partially, are automatically rejected, regardless of your qualifications.

    Please take the time to craft thoughtful, personal answers that reflect your own voice and experiences.

    We’re excited to learn more about you and appreciate the time you take to share your story with us!

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