Camp Communications & Media Lead

American Youth Foundation; Grant Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

American Youth Foundation is seeking a Communications and Media Specialist to craft blog posts, manage family emails, and create social content documenting daily life at camp. You will coordinate with the Communications Manager to publish newsletters and articles for Founder Sparks and seasonal campaigns.

You will gather content for social media year-round and help deliver engaging communications across CSP platforms while ensuring an inclusive, youth-centered environment during the camp season.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 with at least one year post-high school experience (some assignments require 21+).
• First Aid and CPR certification (training available).
• Strong long-form and short-form communication and writing skills (journalism, marketing, PR, or related coursework/experience).
• Experience with blogging and running social media for an organization (club, school, team, business).
• Familiarity with strategic communications for a brand on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, including analytics and tactics.

Responsibilities

• Support health, safety, and wellbeing of participants in the community.
• Write and upload blog posts documenting life at camp on a daily or weekly basis.
• Draft social media content for all CSP platforms at least three times weekly, or daily as needed.
• Collaborate with Communications Manager to write and schedule camp family emails/newsletters.
• Write longer-form articles (at least two per season) for Founder Sparks and AYF newsletters.
• Gather content for social media marketing to be used throughout the year.
• Participate actively in all camp activities, fostering inclusion and belonging.
• Mentor and connect with participants; model responsibility and compassion.
• Assist with Main Office and office management as needed.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Blogging experience

Social media management

Content creation

Time management

Multitasking

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Youth-focused engagement

Mentorship

Job description

American Youth Foundation is seeking a Communications and Media Specialist to craft blog posts, manage family emails, and create social content documenting daily life at camp. You will coordinate with the Communications Manager to publish newsletters and articles for Founder Sparks and seasonal campaigns.

You will gather content for social media year-round and help deliver engaging communications across CSP platforms while ensuring an inclusive, youth-centered environment during the camp season.