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Volunteer Opportunity: Media Representatives for Special Olympics NC

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ORGANIZATION: Special Olympics North Carolina

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Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for storytelling? Join the Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) team as a Media Representative and help us share the powerful stories of our athletes, coaches, and volunteers with the world!

What We’re Looking For:
  • Individuals with public relations or communications experience.
  • Strong social media skills and a knack for finding compelling stories.
  • Enthusiastic team players who are ready to engage with athletes, coaches, and media.
What You’ll Do:

As a Media Representative, you’ll play a key role in our event’s communications efforts, including:

  • Assisting the SONC communications team with social media coverage of athletic events.
  • Identifying and capturing feature stories of athletes, coaches, and volunteers.
  • Shooting short video clips on your phone and securing quotes from participants.
  • Helping local media find the best spots for filming, securing interviews, and capturing quality footage.
When & Where We Need You:
  • Dates: Special Olympics NC Summer Games - Commit to at least one day of competition: Friday, May 31, or Saturday, June 1.
  • Training: Participate in a short Zoom training in May to prepare for the role.
  • Venues: Media reps will be assigned to competition venues of their choosing.
  • We also could use your skills as a warm-up at several events happening prior to the Summer Games.
Why Volunteer?
  • Be part of a team that shines a spotlight on the joy, determination, and achievements of our athletes.
  • Build your portfolio with impactful stories and media contributions.
  • Contribute your skills to an event that fosters inclusion and inspires the community.

With your help, we’ll ensure the spirit of the Special Olympics reaches far and wide!

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About Special Olympics North Carolina

Location:

2200 Gateway Centre Boulevard, Suite 201, Morrisville, NC 27650, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round athletic training and sports competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families and other Special Olympics athletes and the community. We provide opportunities for athletes and volunteers throughout the state of North Carolina. If you'd like to donate to Special Olympics NC please use this link: https://bit.ly/390XlyV

Description

Volunteer-driven, non-profit organization

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Education & Literacy
People with Disabilities
Community, Education & Literacy, People with Disabilities

WHEN

Fri May 30, 2025 - Sun Jun 01, 2025
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

WHERE

Various Locations in Raleigh, Cary, and ApexRaleigh, NC 27603

(35.66311,-78.67958)
 

SKILLS

  • Copy Writing / Copy Editing
  • People Skills
  • Social Media / Blogging
  • Community Outreach
  • Outdoor Recreation

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4-8 hours over Summer Games 2025
  • Social media, blogging, writing, and/or communications experience. Enthusiasm and flexibility.

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