Campaigner

Position Objective:

To manage and coordinate PETA’s many cutting-edge campaigns and work with activists across the country in order to bring attention to animal rights issues

Term of Employment:

Reports to:

Primary Job Duties:

• Develop and manage cutting-edge campaigns against companies and industries that abuse animals
• Organize and attend street-theater-style protests worldwide
• Work with PETA’s Marketing Department to create attention-grabbing viral videos, Web sites, and other interactive online campaigns in order to increase awareness of animal rights issues
• Work with PETA’s Production Department to create provocative ad campaigns and other materials that further animal rights or push companies to change
• Work with PETA’s Communications Department to generate media coverage of our efforts through protests, celebrity support, and more
• Work with PETA affiliates in Europe, India, and Asia-Pacific to generate international support for our campaigns
• Act as a PETA spokesperson by conducting interviews with local and national television outlets, radio stations, newspapers, and magazines

Qualifications:

• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience required
• Passion for fighting cruelty to animals and a commitment to PETA’s objectives
• Desire and willingness to participate in provocative campaigns
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Outgoing and personable manner
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues preferred
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with three years’ clean driving record
• Must be at least 21 years old

To apply now, please click here. If you are unable to complete the online application, please mail your résumé and cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
501 Front St.
Norfolk, VA 23510