Volunteer Opportunities
Kalamazoo Social Media Week wouldn’t exist without the support of our amazing community of volunteers. Interested in contributing to an awesome event while honing a variety of skills in the process? Review available opportunities below and apply to get connected with the perfect position.
Awards Judging Facilitator
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Decide which entries qualify for a nomination based on the criteria set forth by the committee -
Notify Nominee Facilitators of which nominees were and were not selected -
Assign nominees to judges for scoring -
Ensure judges complete their scoring by the deadline -
Receive and track final scores -
Prepare talking points for the Awards Ceremony -
Input the winners into a PowerPoint presentation for the Awards Ceremony
Qualifications:
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Has a background in social media and/or digital marketing -
Is able to easily recognize which nominees are qualified -
Organized -
Clear communicator and collaborator -
Works well in a team -
Pays close attention to detail
Awards Judge
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Receive nominations from facilitators -
Score nominee entries based on the scoring guidelines and categories set by the committee -
Provide thorough written feedback for each nominee that may be used as blog content and talking points during the Awards Ceremony
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Strong background in social media and digital marketing -
Must be able to recognize successful campaigns and innovation in social media without guidance -
Must be open-minded and unbiased -
Must be able to offer thoughtful and thorough feedback to nominees -
Is able to attend the Awards Ceremony
Volunteer Before the Event
Social Community Engagement Team
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Monitor and engage on social platforms -
Share key day-of-event info (schedule changes, attendee or venue info) -
Promote upcoming content -
Post live content of presentations via social channels
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Strong background in social media and digital marketing -
Clear communicator and collaborator -
Detail oriented -
Available for (1) 4-hour timeblock during event
Day of Event Positions
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Set Up / Tear Down Support -
Registration Desk -
Event and Room Facilitator -
Networking Navigator -
Runner
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Works well in a team -
Clear communicator and collaborator -
Detail oriented -
Additional qualifications may apply for specific roles – our team will work with you to find you the perfect opportunity