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We Want You! Chambanamoms.com Seeks New Team Member

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Note: Applications for this position are now closed. Thank you for your interest!

NOW HIRING: FAMILY FUN FINDER

Do you have a passion for the Champaign-Urbana area? Are you willing to try new things? Do you enjoy exploring your surroundings? Do you like to help others? Do you enjoy meeting new people? Do you like to write? Do you like to make a difference? Do you want to have a flexible, fulfilling part-time job?

If you answered yes to even *SOME* of these questions, you might be a good fit to work for chambanamoms.com. We’re GROWING our team so we can better serve the Champaign-Urbana community and our wide coverage area, which includes Champaign, Piatt, Ford, Douglas and Vermilion Counties.

We are currently seeking a Family Fun Finder!  Please read the job description and if desired, fill out the form below to start the application process.

Job description for the Family Fun Finder (aka calendar editorial associate):

This position is responsible for finding, vetting, and inputting information to the chambanamoms.com calendar, as well as editing calendar submissions. This position communicates with the entire team and adds valuable input.

  • Ensures that the chambanamoms.com and chambanaseniors.com calendars include relevant details and accurate information.
  • Understands the rules of engagement for the chambanamoms.com events calendar.
  • Seeks out family-friendly events in the Champaign-Urbana community and beyond.
  • Works with the content strategist to identify trends and articles based on events
  • Other duties as assigned which may include:
    – event staffing
    – writing/contributing to articles
    –  contributing with social media postings/management
    – helping team members on special projects.

Required Qualifications:

Must have excellent communication skills, in person and in writing
Must have prior editing and writing experience
Must be detail oriented and organized
Must be able to work on deadline
Must be a team player who can work well with others, while also being able to work independently and make own decisions

Preferred qualifications:

willingness to learn new skills
a desire to improve
familiarity with WordPress
familiarity and comfort with spreadsheets
familiarity with Slack/messaging
active on social media
naturally curious
social and personable

Functional needs:
Has access to own computer, smartphone, and reliable Internet.

Hours, Compensation, Workplace
This position is very flexible, around 10-15 hours per week, with opportunity to grow beyond that depending on skills and willingness to learn.
This is a remote, work from home position; however, this person must live in the Champaign-Urbana metro area, available for occasional in-person meetings and events.
Pay is hourly; rate depends on experience. Responsibility and compensation may grow depending on performance. 

Big Big Project Media (parent company of chambanamoms.com) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

work for chambanamoms.com

Do you have a passion for the Champaign-Urbana area? Are you willing to try new things? Do you enjoy exploring your surroundings? Do you like to help others? Do you enjoy meeting new people? Do you like to write? Do you like to make a difference? Do you want to have a flexible, fulfilling part-time job? If you answered yes to even *SOME* of these questions, you might be a good fit to work for chambanamoms.com. We're GROWING our team so we can better serve the Champaign-Urbana community and our wide coverage area, which includes Champaign, Piatt, Ford, Douglas and Vermilion Counties. Please note: only local candidates will be considered for this position. Big Big Project Media (parent company of chambanamoms.com) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Full job description is available here: https://www.chambanamoms.com/2021/08/12/help-wanted-chambanamoms/

  • List and describe any experience you have that would be relevant to working for chambanamoms.com
  • We would love to know more about you. Why are you the right candidate for this position?
  • Why do you want to work for chambanamoms.com?
  • Describe how you use chambanamoms.com. How often? How do you access the site? What features do you use?
  • Working from home has pros and cons. What obstacles might you run into while working from home and how will you overcome them?
  • What kind of computer equipment do you have? How fast is your internet? Do you have a mobile phone? Describe.
  • If you could create a role on the chambanamoms team for yourself - your dream job - what would it be? Why?
  • How many hours per month are you available? Are there certain days of the week that you are not regularly able to work? Are you available to work during school breaks / holidays? NOTE: You must be able to meet with us face to face, at least twice monthly.
  • Attach any relevant documents you'd like us to review. A resume, a work or writing sample, etc.
    Max. file size: 20 MB.

Still have questions? Email us – editor@chambanamoms.com.