Volunteer Opportunity

Access Books Bay Area Marketing and Communications Volunteer

Hybrid
Volunteer must be in or near Palo Alto, CA
New
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Published 3 months ago

Details at a Glance

Schedule
Weekdays
Time Commitment
A few hours per week
Recurrence
Recurring

Description

Access Books Bay Area Marketing and Communications Volunteer

Access Books Bay Area Marketing and Communications Volunteer Description

Marketing Volunteer Opportunities Serving Young Readers in Underserved Bay Area Public Schools.

Who Should Apply

If you believe in literacy for all, enjoy content creation and connecting with the community, this volunteer opportunity is for you. Some experience in marketing, communication, social media or creative production are preferred but not required.

Position Overview 

Access Books Bay Area is seeking dedicated and creative volunteers to join our nonprofit organization. We are committed to promoting literacy and supporting young readers in Bay Area public schools. As a Marketing Volunteer, you will work with the Access Books Bay Area marketing team to play a crucial role in raising awareness, engaging our online community, and sharing the impact of our programs and growing donations. 

We are looking for skilled volunteers across marketing disciplines to help us grow through compelling content across our website, social and email communications.

Responsibilities

  • Content Creation: Develop engaging and relevant written and/or visual content for web, social and/or email that aligns with our nonprofit's mission, focusing on promoting literacy and our initiatives in Bay Area public elementary schools.
  • Storytelling: Craft compelling stories about the impact of our programs and the success stories of young readers, inspiring our audience to get involved and support our cause.
  • Fundraising Support: Assist in the promotion and execution of fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives through social media channels.
  • Ideas: We need your help on campaigns, new social media channels and online trends to help us build awareness and fundraising in the Bay Area.

Requirements

  • Passion for literacy and education, with a strong interest in supporting young readers in public schools.
  • Basic understanding of social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
  • Basic graphic design skills; familiarity with content creation tools like Canva are a plus.
  • Basic copywriting skills 
  • Enthusiasm for volunteering and making a positive impact in the community.

Time Commitment

The social media volunteer position is flexible and can be tailored to fit your schedule. We estimate a commitment of approximately five hours per week.

About Access Books Bay Area

Founded in 2016, Access Books Bay Area serves public elementary school readers in underserved Bay Area communities where the majority of the student body lives below the poverty line. Access Books Bay Area is 100% volunteer operated and all funds go directly to providing new, culturally relevant pleasure reading books and school library refurbishments to create a welcoming reading environment.

Join us in our mission to empower young readers and foster a love for reading in Bay Area public schools. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of countless students!

Access Books Bay Area Marketing and Communications Volunteer Description

Marketing Volunteer Opportunities Serving Young Readers in Underserved Bay Area Public Schools.

Who Should Apply

If you believe in literacy for all, enjoy…

Location

Hybrid
Volunteer must be in or near Palo Alto, CA

SF Bay Area - you will work from home most of the time

Palo Alto, CA, USA

How to Apply

Please send a current resume, letter of interest and Linkedin profile if you have one to books@accessbooksbayarea.org.

Please send a current resume, letter of interest and Linkedin profile if you have one to books@accessbooksbayarea.org.

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