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GSACPC Media Ambassadors
Media Ambassadors for Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) bring our brand to life throughout the membership year by showcasing their passion for Girl Scouting through on-camera appearances, social media content creation, writing for our publications, and attending public relations events.
They enrich our council with their positive energy, creativity, and professionalism. This program encourages girls to step outside their comfort zones, fostering personal growth while providing valuable experiences and opportunities to learn about careers in media and marketing.
Media Ambassador Opportunities:
TV/radio appearances and interviews (Spanish media opportunities are available)
Newspaper interviews
Editorial (articles/blogs)
Social media content creation
Council photo and video productions
Media tours
Social events
Apply to become a GSACPC Media Ambassador!
Applications for the 2024-25 Media Ambassador program are now open and will close on Nov. 1, 2024. Our council’s Marketing and Communication Team will review all applications and notify applicants of their application status no later than Nov. 14, 2024. Applications MUST include a video submission to be considered. Spots in this year’s program are limited as we seek to offer an engaging experience for older girls. Past participation is considered but does not guarantee girl selection.
Media Ambassador Requirements and Expectations
Must be a Girl Scout Junior, Cadette, Senior, or Ambassador with an active Girl Scout membership for the 2024-25 membership year.
Must have permission from a parent/guardian to participate and a signed media release.
Must attend the mandatory Media Ambassador training on Dec. 14, 2024.
Be open to assisting in social media content creation for GSACPC.
Be open to accepting public relations opportunities – TV, radio, podcast, and newspaper interviews.
Be a positive representation of the Girl Scout brand.
Media Mentor Role
Being a Media Mentor allows Girl Scouts to step into a leadership position and is the highest recognition in our program! This role is available to Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors with at least one year of experience as a Media Ambassador. Up to four Media Mentors will be selected each year and can serve for two years in that role. Girls will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Team to develop workshops and content, collaborate on ideas, and offer a girl perspective on GSACPC’s social media content. Additionally, Media Mentors will be recognized with a Media Mentor pin at the end of the program year.
Please read the roles and expectations for both Media Ambassadors and Media Mentors before selecting this option within the application.
Media Mentor Requirements and Expectations
Meet the expectations of a Media Ambassador as listed above and:
Be a Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador
Must have at least one year of experience in the Media Ambassador Program
Guide Media Ambassadors in content development – give tips and tricks for original content
Be able and willing to support Marcom as requested at media trainings
Parent/Guardian Commitments
We are grateful to all our Media Ambassador parents/guardians who provide girls with support and transportation to events and media opportunities. Your collaboration is essential in ensuring a rich experience for the girls. As we work closely with families, we ask that parents and guardians be mindful of their commitment to the program when their Girl Scout applies.
Must accompany their Media Ambassador to the mandatory training on Dec. 14, 2024 and attend the parent/guardian session.
Ensure that their Media Ambassador(s) is accompanied to media opportunities and events by at least one adult.
Be readily available via text or call during any media opportunity where Media Ambassadors are guided (by GSACPC staff) to a separate location within the building.
Parents and guardians are expected to conduct themselves professionally while attending any media opportunities or tours with their Media Ambassador.
Media Ambassador Required Tools
Internet access
Access to Padlet (our announcements platform)
Login information to our Padlet board will be shared with Media Ambassadors via email after the mandatory training
Access to email
Camera – Cellphone or Traditional
Photo consent (This will be provided at the training)
If you do not have access to one or more of these tools and would like to participate in the program, please get in touch with us at marcom@girlscoutsaz.org. We want to ensure that all interested girls have an equal opportunity.