Salem Seeks Community Members for Salem 400+ Communications Task Force

As the City of Salem approaches 2026, the city is seeking applicants to serve on a new Salem 400+ Communications Task Force to develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for Salem's ongoing 400th anniversary celebrations and related legacy initiatives. The Task Force will focus on engaging diverse community voices, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication of Salem's historical narrative and future vision.

The Task Force will be comprised of nine individuals, five of whom will be appointed by the Mayor. Those five will include at least three Salem residents with backgrounds in communications, marketing, or community engagement, including at least one member under the age of 30 to ensure youth perspective, and at least one member who is bilingual. The Task Force will also include designees from the tourism board, the creative community and the City of Salem.

The Task Force is responsible for:

• Developing a comprehensive communications strategy for marketing Salem 400+ initiatives
• Establishing protocols for coordinating messages across city departments and community organizations
• Recommending digital and traditional communication channels and methods

Those interested in being considered for appointment to the Salem 400+ Communications Task Force should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] no later than noon on Friday, December 6, 2024. In your cover letter, please detail your communications experience, connection to Salem, and vision for helping share Salem's story during this historic moment. Include any relevant experience in digital communications, community engagement, or heritage/cultural programming. This is a volunteer opportunity.