Communications Specialist

Epoch AI is looking for a Communications Specialist to help get our research in front of policymakers, journalists, and the broader public by contributing to ad campaigns, media and podcast outreach, our newsletter, social posts, and our website content. You will report to our Lead Editor and work with researchers across the organization on the day-to-day execution of Epoch's communications, ensuring our research reaches the people making decisions about AI.

• Manage the logistics of press inquiries and podcast/speaking outreach for Epoch researchers, including setting up calls, coordinating availability, and sending follow-ups
• Monitor the accuracy of the automated media contacts list
• Own the production workflow for the Epoch Brief newsletter, including formatting, scheduling, link-checking, and distribution
• Draft first passes of routine copy such as event descriptions and speaker bios
• Draft and schedule posts on X and LinkedIn using Typefully or equivalent tools
• Monitor social media replies and comments, flagging items that warrant responses from researchers or leadership
• Implement approved content changes to epoch.ai, particularly to evergreen pages
• Flag content that needs refreshing or correcting
• Implement paid ad campaigns on X, LinkedIn, and Google, covering scheduling, budget tracking, and performance monitoring
• Propose and implement adjustments to targeting, creative rotation, and budget allocation
• Draft more substantial content, editing and proofreading in collaboration with the Lead Editor as you progress

• At least two years of professional experience, some of which is in communications, media relations, marketing, or a closely related area
• Strong writing ability: produce clean, accurate short-form copy quickly and write convincingly in an established voice
• Experience engaging with media, whether pitching, coordinating press, or running outreach
• Familiarity with AI research to write accurately about Epoch outputs
• Excellent organization and follow-through; ability to keep many small processes moving reliably
• Reliability in owning the execution of predetermined workflows
• Genuine enthusiasm for a mix of coordination, logistics, and writing
• Working hours in the Americas (roughly UTC-8 to UTC-3)
• Professional level English proficiency
• Nice to have: experience in a combined communications and operations role at a research institute, think tank, or nonprofit; hands-on experience running paid social or search campaigns; familiarity with newsletter tooling, social scheduling tools, basic CMS work, or SEO optimization; existing engagement with the AI research, safety, or policy landscape

Apply through the application link on the job posting page at epoch.ai. Submit all application materials in English. Do not include a cover letter, photograph, headshot, or personal information not relevant to the role. For questions or accessibility requests, email careers@epoch.ai, but note that applications must be submitted through the link on the page.