Volunteer Opportunity

Press Release Manager

Remote, Volunteer must be in Canada
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  • Details

    Schedule:Weekdays
    Time Commitment:A few hours per week
    Recurrence:Recurring

    Description

    STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program that specializes in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum that emphasizes the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

    Responsibilities

    • Write, edit, and distribute press releases to various media outlets.
    • Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and other media professionals.
    • Ensure all press releases are accurate, compelling, and aligned with SMAC's brand and messaging.
    • Monitor media coverage and measure the impact of press releases.
    • Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to identify newsworthy stories and events.
    • Keep up to date with industry trends and media practices to effectively promote the organization.

    Qualifications

    • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills are considered an asset.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Must have the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Familiarity with media databases and PR distribution tools is a plus.

    SMAC is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome and encourage applications from all religious backgrounds, persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who can contribute to the diversification of our community.

    Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and a cover letter to volunteer@stemcanada.ca

    We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Interested individuals should submit their resume for immediate consideration.

    STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program that specializes in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum that emphasizes the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

    Responsibilities

    • Write, edit, and distribute press releases to various media outlets.
    • Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and other media professionals.
    • Ensure all press releases are accurate, compelling, and aligned with SMAC's brand and messaging.
    • Monitor media coverage and measure the impact of press releases.
    • Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to identify newsworthy stories and events.
    • Keep up to date with industry trends and media…

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Canada
    Associated Location
    24 Alexander St, Brampton, ON L6V 1H6, Canada

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