Job Description

Momentum designs, develops, and deploys innovation campaigns for forward-thinking organizations working to research, demonstrate, commercialize, and operate advanced energy, water, transportation, and manufacturing technologies. Our goal is to dramatically increase the ability of our clients to access and manage public and private investment, acquire new customers, and commercialize advanced technologies.

Since 2004, our award-winning senior team has raised approximately $1 billion in grants, loans, and other incentives for numerous advanced energy, water, transportation, and manufacturing projectsenabling our clients to leverage approximately $5 billion in additional federal, state, and private funding.

Momentum represents a variety of select clients ranging from technology start-ups to institutions and agencies. Prominent examples include Amazon, BHE Renewables, Southern California Gas & Electric Company, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, SSA Marine, Port of Long Beach, Waste Management, SSA Marine, Toyota Tsusho America, and the University of California Office of the President.

Our team has helped to create and fund many of the nations most innovative advanced energy, waste, and manufacturing programs, including the West Coast Electric Highway, Californias Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), and the California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative (CalSEED). As a result, in late 2019 we were honored with the competitive National Growth Accelerator Award by the US Small Business Administration for our record in working to accelerate early-stage clean energy companies and technologies.

The MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER (M&CM) reports directly to the Chief Content Officer (CCO). With strategic direction from the CCO, the M&CM drives the day-to-day operations of Momentum Media, a division of Momentum focused on brand management, case study development, technology transfer, event planning, media, and communications on behalf of Momentum, its subsidiary companies, and Momentums clients. Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing high-quality, compelling written material about advanced energy, water, transportation, and manufacturing technologies in straightforward, benefits-focused language for the general public and state and federal agencies.
• Brand and website management in collaboration with 3rd-party design firm.
• Document template development and management, including company Statement of Qualifications.
• Managing Momentum's social media presence.
• Guiding clients and contractors in formulating and executing technology transfer plans designed to advance early-stage technologies toward commercialization.
• Planning and executing project ribbon cutting ceremonies.
• Assisting with script and story development for client videos and virtual facility tours.
• Conducting interviews with executives, engineers, scientists, plant managers, and other personnel and preparing case studies/success stories for publication on Momentum website.
• Working with all company divisions and leadership to produce and deliver webinars, email blasts, press releases, and thought leadership articles.
• Cultivating contacts with major state and national media and helping develop and execute annual communications strategy.
• Provide infographics and other graphic design services to other Momentum divisions in support of grant proposals, blueprints, presentations, and other deliverables.

REQUIREMENTS

Momentum is seeking a full-time employee based in the Sacramento office (post COVID). A small regional consultancy that desires to acquire a significant new client is also acceptable. The position may require occasional travel to project sites and events located throughout California. This is not an entry-level position and will include significant responsibility. Ideal candidates will have:

• Undergraduate or Master's Degree.
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven history of producing high-quality public-facing or B2B written material, such as proposals, success stories, press releases, brochures, fact sheets, and web content.
• 5+ years experience in two or more of the following areas:
  • Public speaking
  • Event planning
  • Graphic design
  • Video production
  • Interviewing subject matter experts
  • Social media management
• Ability to learn new skills through independent research.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
• Rigorous commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering excellence.
• Very strong skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong skills with Adobe Acrobat DC Pro, InDesign, and Photoshop.

This is an opportunity to work at a results-oriented, growing company in an exciting, innovative industry. Although desired, an interest in renewable energy, clean transportation, and advanced manufacturing is not considered a prerequisite and will not outweigh significant deficiencies in required and desired skills, capabilities, and experience.

BENEFITS

Working at Momentum is not only about making a living. Its about making a difference in the world. We choose employees and consultantsand they choose usbecause we share a profound commitment to improving the world we share. We know that the work we do improves national energy and water security, enhances global air and water quality, and leverages private investment while creating jobs and economic opportunity.

Momentum clients have high expectations. We are routinely required to juggle competing priorities and multiple tasks, and demonstrate a high level of dedication to our clients and their projects. Our employees and consultants love the work and believe in the cause. If you share our enthusiasm, commitment, and passion to growing great ideas, we invite you to apply for an open position with our expanding team.

Momentum offers a competitive salary package and significant opportunities for professional growth and quick advancement. Benefits include:

• Paid time off and sick time.

• 10 paid holidays per year.

• Participation in Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA) program.

• Simple IRA matching contribution.

• Small team culture and true ownership of your work.

• A truly motivated, passionate, and talented team.