Nonprofit
Published 9 days ago
Social Media Volunteer – ABC7 Gibbons 5K Run & 3K Walk
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Northfield, IL
Details
Start Date:
May 13, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
End Date:
October 30, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Commitment Details:
We are flexible with schedule but we would need a commitment of approx. 8 hours per week
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
4
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Sports & Recreation
Benefits:
Training Provided, Academic Credit Available
Good For:
Teens
Participation Requirements:
Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
16+
Description
About the Role:
We’re seeking a creative, motivated Social Media Volunteers to help bring the energy and impact of the ABC7 Gibbons Run to life online. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event marketing, nonprofit communications, and community engagement.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and schedule engaging social media content (Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn) leading up to the event.
- Capture and share stories about participants, teams, and sponsors.
- Assist with on-site content creation on event day (Saturday, May 30).
- Help monitor engagement and respond to community interactions.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
Qualifications:
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Experience with social media platforms and content creation tools (Canva, Meta Business Suite, etc.).
- Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and reliable.
- Interest in marketing, communications, or nonprofit work.
- Availability to attend the event on May 30, 2026, is preferred
Location
On-site
Leukemia Research Foundation Office
191 Waukegan Rd, Northfield, IL 60093, USA
Suite 150
Suite 150
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Instructions:
Benefits:
- Gain valuable experience in social media marketing and event promotion.
- Build your portfolio with real-world nonprofit content.
- Work with a supportive team making a difference in the fight against leukemia.
- Academic credit available if approved by your institution.
