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1 person is interested
American Red Cross - Public Affairs Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: AMERICAN RED CROSS - Missouri & Arkansas Region
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
*American Red Cross Volunteer Opportunity*
Responsibilities:
* Be on call during shifts to vet and assess media inquires, share information on smaller incidents, and notify leadership of need to scale up response.
* Serve as media spokesperson for local news outlets in person, over the phone or through Skype interviews.
* Work with chapter and regional leadership to write and pitch local stories to local media.
* Showcase Red Cross services and programs through earned media outreach at events, training, interviews, etc.
* Write and distribute media advisories and press releases.
* Maintain list of subject matter experts to speak with media.
* Maintain media log of queries, interviews and news stories.
* Create and maintain media lists.
* Protect the reputation of the Red Cross by identifying and assessing potential for harm to Red Cross brand, misinformation or information gaps.
During Disasters:
* Carry out the same duties from: Red Cross shelters, aid stations, warehouses,
emergency operations centers, etc.
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Qualifications:
* Media relations education and/or experience
* Background in Red Cross response (training provided), branding & messaging
* Submission of a portfolio of news releases, video clips of on-camera work or
equivalent work samples
Relationships:
Communications, marketing and development staff, Red Cross volunteers, and community partners.
Development Opp:
* Obtain Red Cross training and networking opportunities
* Hands-on experience with a professional non-profit organization and staff
* Opportunity to see work viewed by the public, promotional campaigns, and
disaster communications
Please contact Pam Kaplan 501-353-7534
Use this link to get registered today: https://www.redcross.org/volunteer
More opportunities with AMERICAN RED CROSS - Missouri & Arkansas Region
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About AMERICAN RED CROSS - Missouri & Arkansas Region
Location:
10195 Corporate Square Dr,, St Louis, MO 60132, US
Mission Statement
Mission: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
Vision: The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed forces and their families find support and comfort whenever needed, and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
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401 S Monroe StLittle RockLittle Rock, AR 72205
DATE POSTED
January 30, 2020
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