Ward 1 Electoral Campaign
Closing Date of Opportunity: September 12, 2025
Name or Organization: Ward 1 Election
Contact Email: VOLUNTEER@DANOLESENFORCALGARY.CA
Website: https://www.danolesenforcalgary.ca/
Post Content: Dan Olesen For Ward 1 & Calgary September 2 - October 20, 2025
About the Campaign
Calgary’s next municipal election is Monday, October 20, 2025. Dan Olesen is running as an independent for Ward 1 with a campaign focused on authentic leadership, practical solutions, and amplifying community voices—seniors,
students, small business owners, and everyday Calgarians. We’re seeking 3–4 students or emerging professionals (digital media, marketing, business development, or communications) for a short, high-impact volunteer placement (September–October 2025). Build your portfolio while contributing to a live civic campaign!
Focus Areas & Roles
Content Strategy: Plan weekly themes, align posts with policy priorities, keep brand voice consistent.
Social Media Production: Create Reels, TikToks, Instagram posts, and YouTube Shorts for events, stories, and #HeroesInspiringHeroes.
Community Engagement & Storytelling: Attend events, capture resident voices, turn them into concise,
shareable stories.
Qualifications
Teamwork, positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness
to learn
Motivated, adaptable, and community-minded
Bring whatever skills you have—we’ll help you plug in
and play to your strengths
Timeline: September–October 2025 (hybrid)
Hours: Flexible, remote + in-person as available (even a few
hours/week helps)
Ward 1 Communities Include:
Varsity, Silver Springs, Scenic Acres, Tuscany, Rocky Ridge, Royal Oak, Rockland Park, Valley Ridge, Bowness, Crestmont, Greenwood/Greenbriar, Haskayne, Osprey Hill
CONTACT:
volunteer@danolesenforcalgary.ca
www.danolesenforcalgary.ca
What’s In It For You
Portfolio: Curated campaign content, reports, and analytics
Real Experience: Communication, teamwork, and project skills you can cite in interviews
Visibility: Show employers you step up and create value on real community projects
Connections: Meet professionals; get coaching that boosts confidence and opens doors
References: LinkedIn recommendation and reference letter with measurable outcomes (reach, engagement, follower growth)
Recognition: Listed on the campaign site as part of the Digital Media Team
Interested? Email volunteer@danolesenforcalgary.ca with a short note about your interest
All backgrounds welcome. If you’re unsure where you fit, apply anyway—we’ll find the right role.