Food Safety Marketing & Visual Communications Fellowship

About Food Safety News

Food Safety News, the world's leading publication dedicated to food safety, advances public health by delivering timely, accurate, and comprehensive coverage of foodborne illness outbreaks, recalls, and regulatory developments that impact the safety of our global food supply. Our team works remotely across the United States and United Kingdom, collaborating to deliver critical content that helps protect public health.

Our vision is a world where everyone has access to reliable food safety information, empowering consumers and industry professionals to make informed decisions that protect public health and strengthen the global food system.

Position Overview
The Marketing & Visual Communications Fellow will help expand Food Safety News' reach and impact through strategic social media management and compelling visual content creation. This part-time fellowship (15-20 hours per week) offers graduate students the opportunity to develop professional marketing skills while communicating vital food safety information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities
Manage and grow Food Safety News' presence across social media platforms

Create engaging and informative infographics, charts, and visual content that translate

complex food safety data into accessible formats

Develop and implement social media content calendars and campaigns

Track and analyze social media metrics to inform content strategy

Collaborate with writers and editors to identify visualization opportunities for articles

Produce visual assets for the newsletter and website

Stay informed on food safety developments to ensure timely and relevant content

Respond to social media inquiries and foster community engagement

Qualifications

Current enrollment in a graduate program related to food safety, public health, communications, marketing, graphic design, or a related field

Understanding of food safety concepts and public health communication

Experience with social media management for professional or academic purposes

Proficiency with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)

Data visualization skills and ability to translate statistics into compelling visuals

Strong written communication skills

Self-motivated with ability to work independently and remotely

Understanding of digital marketing principles and social media best practices

Learning Opportunities

Develop specialized skills in science and health communication

Build a portfolio of published visual content and social media campaigns

Gain experience translating complex scientific information for public audiences

Receive mentorship from experienced communications professionals

Contribute meaningfully to public health education through visual storytelling

Compensation & Work Arrangement

$20-30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Fully remote position with flexible schedule

Strong preference for U.S.-based candidates

Duration: 6-month fellowship with possibility of extension

How to Apply

Please submit your application including:

Resume/CV

Cover letter (one page maximum) explaining your interest in food safety and the specific fellowship

2 examples of visual content you've created and/or social media campaigns you've managed

Proof of current enrollment in a graduate program

Applications should be submitted here: https://tally.so/r/3qvM08