Cornell Alumni Magazine Committee

Member, Cornell Alumni Magazine Committee

Posted by Cornell Alumni Magazine Committee on 03/27/2017

General Information

Nomination start - 03/30/2017
Nomination end - 04/21/2017
Process for Filling Position: Submission of a nomination
Number of Seats: 12
Location: Non-geographically based
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni

Summary of Position

Committee members employ their expertise in publishing, media, advertising and marketing to oversee broadly the magazine's well-being and growth. Editorial policy and story selection is set by the editor. The committee meets fall, winter and spring, typically NYC. There is ongoing phone / email interaction between meetings. Committee members should have an intense interest in helping CAM grow and prosper.

Cornell Interests:

Affinities

University-Wide

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Speak to Groups

Committee should be able to speak informally and enthusiastically with other Cornellians about how CAM is the only outlet that keeps alumni impartially informed about the University, the students, the alumni and the faculty. Opportunities include at Class, Club and other (sports) events.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Serve on a Committee or Board

This is the core activity of CAM Committee members: Participate in CAM's three in-person meetings yearly.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Engage Individuals

Mentor

Committee members should be on the lookout for possible new members (2-4 members needed each year). The chair and vice-chair should assign projects to committee members to prepare for leadership roles in future years.

Industry Experience:

Media: Broadcast Media

Media: Internet-Based Media

Media: Print Media

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:

Jim Mazza

Email:

jam16@cornell.edu

Time Commitment

Average Time Commitment: 3-5 hrs/month
Duration: Not Applicable
Term of Office: 3 years
Number of terms in Office: 2 terms

Requirements

Prerequisites A background in publishing (now or recent past): online, print, advertising, and/or marketing. Some committee members should have background in development (fundraising). We prefer candidates who can attend meetings in person although traveling members can participate by phone or videoconference.

Hiatus Required? A member serves one or two three-year terms. Most move on to other Cornell volunteer work. A ex-member must be off the committee for one year (minimum) before being considered for re-appointment.
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):

On Campus: No
Off Campus: Yes
Off Campus Location: Typically NYC fall and spring meetings. Winter meeting may be in NYC or at the CALC winter meeting most often in Boston, NYC, Baltimore, Philadelphia or Washington, DC.
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: 3x year

Additional Attendance Requirements: Subcommittees may meet informally, often via phone and/or e-mail.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

Make a gift to Cornell at a level of individual comfort

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election