We’re a global nonprofit with a footprint in 30+ countries. Powered by scientists, fisheries experts, and policy and market specialists, we promote seafood systems that support long-term ocean biodiversity and strengthen coastal communities.
Featured in The Guardian, BBC and CNBC (to name a few), we support small-scale traditional fishers who use selective fishing gear that minimises harm to ocean ecosystems and strengthens coastal communities.We mobilise funding and partnerships between producers, local/national governments, technology providers, universities, philanthropists, international development organisations and impact investors to drive change.
By working with these coastal communities, we protect marine biodiversity, run technology pilots, and ensure that local livelihoods are preserved in the face of destructive industrial overfishing.
IPNLF is launching a landmark documentary exploring the impacts of the food we eat on ocean ecosystems and coastal communities. We’re looking for creative fellows to support this exciting project, as well as the mission and reach of the organisation.
All fellowships are unpaid and open to students and early-career professionals looking to build real-world experience in a global nonprofit environment.
Open positions
Focus: Media relations, pitching, drafting, and content creation.
The person: A creative thinker with a keen eye for detail who wants to see a direct impact from their work, someone with a love of media and storytelling who can juggle multiple priorities.
The mission: Coordinate communications across earned and owned channels, produce different types of content, and conduct outreach that gets results.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
Focus: Film marketing, press and media outreach, and campaign coordination
The person: A confident communicator and creative operator, someone who understands both the media landscape and the power of a good story, and wants to put both to work for a cause that matters.
The mission: Drive the launch of our upcoming documentary by maximising the film’s reach before and during its global release.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
Focus: Visual storytelling and short-form content
The person: A film or media student with a storyteller’s instinct, someone who can weave raw footage into compelling narratives and knows how to tailor visuals for different platforms and audiences.
The mission: Transform raw field footage from our projects in the Maldives, Indonesia, and beyond into high-impact visual narratives. IPNLF has had its storytelling shown at international film festivals and on BBC social media platforms.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
Focus: Storytelling, article writing, research, SEO/GEO, and ghostwriting
The person: Someone who knows their em dash from their en dash — a natural storyteller who cares deeply about the environment and social responsibility, and can translate complex science into writing that moves people.
The mission: Bridge the gap between marine science and public emotion by writing stories that inspire people to change how they see the ocean and its connection to the food we eat.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
Focus: Content creation, copywriting, posting, engagement strategy, and influencer management
The person: A creative thinker who lives and breathes social media, you’re a master multitasker with a keen eye for detail and the ability to bring complex topics to life across different platforms.
The mission: Grow and energise the film’s online presence by creating compelling content, maintaining a consistent brand voice, fostering a genuine community, and extending reach through strategic influencer relationships.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.
Focus: Partnership development, outreach, and distribution
The person: A natural relationship-builder and strategic thinker, you’re someone who can walk into any room (or inbox) with confidence, spot an opportunity, and follow through.
The mission: Expand the film’s reach and credibility by building meaningful partnerships across education, media, and distribution.
The responsibilities:
What you’ll get:
Time commitment: At least 20 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months
How to apply: Upload your CV along with a one-minute video explaining why you’re the person for the role here.