The Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose vision is “a world where there are no barriers to black healing.” To achieve this vision, BEAM trains and partners with individuals, organizations and grassroots movements to implement healing justice and social justice informed mental health strategies into their communities. 

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Position:  Senior Project Manager (Media and PR Team)

Location: While the work can be performed remotely within the U.S., we are prioritizing people located in the Atlanta and Los Angeles areas to allow for occasional in-person collaboration as needed.

Reports To: Executive Director

About BEAM

BEAM (The Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to dismantling barriers to Black healing. We center mental health education, training, advocacy, and the creation of supportive spaces that empower Black communities to access mental health resources. BEAM fosters a culture of healing, liberation, and well-being through transformative practices and resources, with a mission to advance mental health and emotional wellness in Black communities.

Position Summary

BEAM is seeking a Senior Manager of Media & Public Relations to lead and strengthen our Media and PR team during a period of departmental growth. This role is best suited for a steady, experienced, project manager who has managed full time staff teams of 2-5 people, has built systems and workflows, and understands how to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution. We are specifically looking for candidates who have managed teams over time, rather than individuals who have primarily worked as solo contributors or moved frequently between short-term roles. This position requires comfort with responsibility, follow-through, and long-term thinking. The Senior Manager will guide, direct, and oversee timelines, staff, action plans, and strategy while maintaining the ability to step into execution when needed. 

Key Responsibilities

Values-Aligned Leadership

• Build communications processes that reflect BEAM’s commitment to healing justice, collective care, and non-extractive practices
• Foster a collaborative, organized, and supportive team culture
• Contribute to a liberatory work environment through thoughtful leadership and clear systems

Project & Team Management:

• Maintain, build and refine project dashboards to monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and adjust timelines as needed to meet objectives for media and public relations efforts. 
• Supervise the Creative Project Manager and graphic design, video contractors in partnership with the Creative Project Manager. 
• Direct, build and support all PR and media projects from conception to completion, setting clear timelines, goals, and deliverables.
• Lead cross-departmental communication, ensuring alignment on goals and consistency in messaging across all teams.
• Manage media-related project expenditures, working to optimize resources and stay within the allocated financial scope.
• Conduct project post-mortems to evaluate successes and areas for improvement, incorporating feedback into future projects.

Media Relations and Public Engagement

• Develop and implement media strategies to increase BEAM’s visibility across print, digital, television, radio, and emerging platforms
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with media outlets, journalists, influencers, and other key public stakeholders.
• Coordinate and conduct media training for BEAM staff and board members to prepare them for interviews and public speaking engagements.

Content Development and Messaging

• Collaborate with the Media and PR team to create compelling narratives, press releases, social media posts, and other materials that highlight BEAM’s work and impact.
• Ensure alignment of messaging across channels, tailoring messages to reach specific audiences within the Black community and beyond.
•  Oversee the development and dissemination of public statements, op-eds, talking points, and media advisories, ensuring all content is consistent with BEAM’s mission, tone, and values.
• Serve as a steward of BEAM’s brand voice, tone, and editorial quality

Campaigns and Events

• Design and execute media campaigns to support key events, initiatives, and advocacy efforts, including awareness-raising around mental health and social justice issues.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support event planning, execution, and post-event media follow-up.
• Develop PR strategies for virtual and in-person events, such as community panels, workshops, and conferences.

Analytics and Reporting

• Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing regular reports on media engagement, campaign outcomes, and areas for improvement.
• Track metrics to assess the impact of media strategies on public awareness, engagement, and perceptions of BEAM’s work.

Advocacy and Crisis Communications

• Develop and implement strategies for crisis communications, preparing proactive and responsive communication plans as needed.
•  Support BEAM’s advocacy efforts by creating clear, accurate messaging around relevant policy issues impacting Black mental health and wellness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications, with a focus on nonprofit, advocacy, or social justice organizations preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience managing a team of staff of at least two people. 
• Strong understanding of mental health issues, particularly as they relate to Black communities, and a commitment to mental health equity and social justice.
• Proven track record of building and managing media relationships and developing media strategies that result in increased visibility and public engagement.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively.
• Experience with digital media and social media platforms as they relate to PR strategy.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven, and dynamic environment.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to the challenges and nuances of mental health and wellness within Black communities.
• Computer literate and skilled in use of MS Windows-based programs, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and G-Suite (Docs, Sheets, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with health,  crisis communications and advocacy-related PR work.
• Media training experience, particularly with spokespeople from marginalized communities.
• Proficiency in content management systems and media monitoring tools.
• Experience using Notion.

Travel: We anticipate the work can be completed virtually, although there may be opportunities for occasional travel. Additionally, BEAM observes a virtual workplace with occasional travel for organizational events and team-building activities that totals about two to three weeks annually. 

Compensation: This role is well-suited for a grounded, consistent, and high-performing communications leader who is seeking a more sustainable pace of work without sacrificing impact, responsibility, or growth.

This full time (35 hour) position offers an annual salary of $90,000  annually with competitive benefits. As of January 1, 2025 our benefits include:

• 4 day workweek
• Health Insurance with 80% contribution by BEAM and 20% contribution by the employee
• 21 days of PTO annually (increased to 24 days on your first anniversary of working at BEAM)
• Annual Summer, Fall, and Winter Breaks
• 13 Paid Holidays annually
• 10 days of wellness leave annually
• 7 days of bereavement leave annually
• 401k with employer match of up to 3%
• 3 months of parental leave after one year of employment
• Tech stipend and professional development budget
• Basic life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Noncontributory Short Term Disability

To Apply: Please fill out the application form on the right side of this page. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis, and will continue to do so until the position is filled. If you need support with the application or have accessibility needs, email us at [email protected]. We will not respond to messages received via social media or any other email address.

BEAM is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and an equal opportunity/affirmative action  employer who encourages employment of women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and transgender, bisexual, lesbian and gay individuals.