VATSIM seeks Vice President, Marketing and Communications (VATGOV14)

[Tim Barber]

VATSIM is seeking to fill the position of Vice President, Marketing and Communications

(Information on how to apply for this position can be found at the end of this post.  This is a volunteer position without remuneration, and the successful candidate will be required to sign an agreement with VATSIM.)

The VATSIM Vice President, Marketing and Communications is responsible for identification, research and execution of marketing strategies, including advertising promotions, along with development of global contacts for the benefit of VATSIM members. Undertakes public relations duties on behalf of VATSIM by providing communications and news releases to media and various flight simulation related entities. Promoting VATSIM and informing members of various VATSIM activities through the VATSIM.net website, VATSIM.net official forums and official VATSIM Social Media and Community Discord accounts. Develops, directs and uses a communications and social media strategy to channel information to members and the flight simulation community. Develop and make available VATSIM branded and approved materials and procedures for VATSIM members attending and setting up booths at public facing events such as aviation themed conventions and air shows.

 

Responsible to:

• VATSIM Founders Team
• VATSIM BoG Team

 

Position Duties:

• Responsible for identification, research and execution of marketing strategies, including advertising promotions, along with development of global contacts for the benefit of VATSIM members
• Undertakes public relations duties on behalf of VATSIM by providing communications and news releases to media and various flight simulation related entities
• Promoting VATSIM and informing members of various VATSIM activities through the VATSIM.net website, VATSIM Community Discord, VATSIM.net official forums and official VATSIM Social Media accounts
• Develops, directs and uses communications and social media strategy to channel information to members and the flight simulation community
• Develop and make available VATSIM branded and approved materials and procedures for VATSIM members attending and setting up booths at public facing events such as aviation themed conventions and airshows. 
• Recruit, hire and retain qualified staff volunteers to assist and ensure seamless delivery of all services required of this office in a timely manner and to help build future leaders for VATSIM

 

Board of Governors Duties:

• Attend Board of Governors meetings as outlined in Article §2.07 of the VATSIM Code of Regulations
• Maintain a regular monthly online presence and be willing to answer questions from members if connected with staff callsign
• Assist with duties as a VATSIM Supervisor when logged into the network with a rating of Administrator
• Enforce the policies of VATSIM both on and off the network
• Interact with other members of the Board of Governors, the VATSIM Executive Committee and/or individual Regional Directors as needed to accomplish their individual and collective duties
• Actively contribute to the development of VATSIM policy, procedures and plans

 

Position Holder Attributes:

• Be a member of good standing in VATSIM for more than two years at the time of application
• Demonstrated ability to make and keep commitments
• Expectation of availability to attend all scheduled meetings for the duration of the meeting and engage daily in email and voice communications with other BoG members in furtherance of VATSIM policy and procedures and effectively engage with staff, members, and the professional media in problem-solving and relationship building
• Have good knowledge of the VATSIM Code of Conduct and Code of Regulations
• Have proven ability in the management of a small group of people
• Real world credentials and experience in internet, social media, and print/radio/video production processes
• Be able to work effectively and build relationships within a volunteer organization
• Have proven ability with the use of Flight Simulation software and VATSIM Pilot Client Software
• Demonstrated skills in communications and marketing tools mainly but not exclusively within an internet community

Please send your CV including real-world experience, elements of your VATSIM history, including any staff positions and cover letter, no longer than 2 pages single sided, to [email protected] by 2359z on Sunday July 31, 2022.  A portfolio of social media campaigns that you have developed, or been involved would be welcome.