We are looking for a new Editor for Anne Arundel Speaks, the eNewsletter of the Anne Arundel Genealogical Society. This is your opportunity to contribute to the Society and shape the future of Speaks. For nearly fifty years Speaks has been a valuable member benefit, educating and informing our members on both genealogical topics, and Society activities and events.

Qualifications:

Be an AAGS member;
Have an xcellent command of English writing, spelling, and punctuation;
Be able to work independently and with others.
Previous experience publishing an eNewsletter is desirable, but not required.

Responsibilities:

Design the newsletter layout;
Establish the newsletter schedule;
Work with the AAGS Board and Society members to identify newsletter content;
Collect and format articles for the newsletter, and write articles as needed;
Develop Standard Operating Procedures for the newsletter workflow;
Meet newsletter publication deadlines (currently quarterly).

Benefits: In addition to the pride in yourself and sense of knowing you have created a stellar newsletter, you will receive:

Appreciation and acknowledgement of the talent, hours, and energy that you volunteer;
One year complimentary AAGS membership;
A chance to learn new skills . . . or use current ones; and
Support from the AAGS Board of Directors.

Time Commitment: Approximately ten hours per issue (every quarter)

If you would like to take on this important, challenging, and rewarding position, or would like more information before deciding, please contact us at newsletter@aagensoc.org.