Community Lead

Position Summary

The Village Media Community Lead fosters local engagement and economic vitality by partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to strengthen the community and improve the daily lives of residents.

Primary Responsibilities

• Foster community vitality by partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to help them reach their goals through innovative advertising and community-embedded services.
• Drive sales with purpose by identifying and converting new business opportunities that align with Village Media's mission of strengthening the local economy.
• Champion CARES initiatives by actively participating in community work, delivering "Random Acts of Kindness," and honoring local difference-makers through the "Community Builder Awards."
• Curate connection by organizing microevents and small gatherings to bring together key community stakeholders, fostering collaboration and local growth.
• Be the local face of Village Media by overseeing campaign delivery while acting as the primary point of contact for client care, ensuring every partner feels valued.

The Kind of People We're Looking For

Village Media seeks individuals who genuinely care about the places they serve. We look for teammates who are curious, collaborative, adaptable, and energized by solving problems. We value humility, optimism, ownership, and a willingness to step outside job descriptions to help the team or the community succeed.

Compensation and Logistics

• Remote/Work-from-Home arrangement with a requirement of residing within the designated community.
• Open to non-resident candidates willing to relocate to the designated community.
• Compensation: Base Salary of $50,000 USD per annum, supplemented by an uncapped 10% commission on local advertising sales. Year-one guarantee of $1,000 per month drawn against commission, for a total minimum year-one compensation amount of $62,000.
• Schedule: Generally Monday through Friday, with required attendance in representing the platform with Village at occasional weekend festivals, evening business mixers, civic gatherings, or similar events.

To Apply

Tell Us Your Story At Village, we are people with heart, grit, and deep roots in the communities we serve. Please submit your application with the subject line: Community Lead – Oshkosh. Include your resume and a 2-page story about yourself, addressing why you are proud to live in your community, what a local business or non-profit you love, and a meaningful moment from your life.

About Village Media

Village Media is a leading digital media company dedicated to strengthening local communities through trusted journalism, technology, and civic engagement. Headquartered in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Village Media operates a growing network of local news publications and community platforms across Canada and the United States. We are an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.