Blog Writer Associate

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Red Cross Bloggers and Feature Writers are a part of a creative content volunteer team that creates
professionally-written content for news releases, media alerts, and regional platforms including blogs, social media feeds, websites and other outlets.


Responsibilities:
* Follow the Communications calendar to research, perform interviews, write and post blog stories within
deadlines. Blog posts are typically 300-500 words and must be cleared by regional communications staff.
* Write human interest stories that highlight the work of volunteers, leaders, donors, disaster victims, etc.
Feature stories are typically 500-1,000 words and may require telephone interviews or face-to-face interviews.
* Develop other written materials such as press releases, presentations, editorials, messaging, speeches, and
newsletters. Bank "evergreen" stories for use at a later time.

During Disasters:
* Work with Communications team to identify stories, conduct interviews, write and post on a daily basis;
focus on client stories and service delivery.
* Interview clients, partners, and Red Cross workers. Share story ideas with media relations and social
engagement teams.
* May be asked to shoot photos with your smartphone if a photographer isn't available. Secure signed
information release forms.

Time Commitment: Flexible. Time commitment depends on the needs of the regional communications department.

Qualifications:
* Strong writing, editing, research and interpersonal skills.
* Must be familiar with basic computer operations and have the ability to upload content to the blog or by
email remotely.
* Authentic, creative, funny and engaging storyteller.
Sign up to volunteer today at www.redcross.org/volunteer email or questions , the sr.volunteer services Christopher Fielder , at Christopher.Fielder@redcross.org or (951) 264-7730.