Be a Feature Writer for the American Red Cross of Alaska! (Mat-Su)

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Be apart of creating the story of the Red Cross through written content for news releases, media alerts, and regional platforms including social media feeds, websites and other outlets.

You will follow the Communications calendar to research, perform interviews, write and post stories within deadlines.

Feature Writer 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 smart phone if a photographer isn't available. Secure signed information release forms.

Training:
We provide all training!

Time:
Flexible- We will work with your schedule

Sign up to volunteer today! Please email questions to Jocelynn Cobb, Volunteer Recruitment Specialist, at Jocelynn.cobb@redcross.org or by phone at 907.791.0882.