Public Affairs ( Fairbanks) - Virtual

Assist Red Cross in delivering mission by coordinating publicity information about services and programs offered to the public. Willingness to support the American Red Cross mission
Represent the Red Cross in a professional manner
Respond to assigned media requests with accurate information
Draft news releases and other written public relations documents such as talking points and client stories
Update media contact lists as needed
Act as a Red Cross media spokesperson, as directed by chapter
Support and the development of promotional items (such as newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, etc), along with content for chapter website
Qualifications Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
Experience working with media preferred
Professional demeanor
Ability to write press releases and other promotional materials
Basic social media knowledge
Familiarity with basic photography and videography techniques, video editing skills are helpful
Effective organizational and priortization skills
Availability during days and nights