Volunteer with AMA Columbus
This is a working organization—run entirely by marketers like you. When you volunteer, you're building real skills, making real connections, and showing the industry you're serious about the work.
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Your job won't teach you everything you need to know.
Most marketing roles keep you in a lane. You get good at one thing, but your network stays small, your skills plateau, and your resume starts looking the same year after year.Volunteering with AMA Columbus changes that.
Learn on the job
Want to learn event management, sponsorship, or content strategy? Pick a committee and start doing it.
A bigger network
Work alongside marketers from companies across Columbus—people who hire, refer, and collaborate.
Proof you're invested
Volunteering signals something a job title can't: that you show up when you don't have to.
Discounted event access
You're putting in the work. You shouldn't pay full price for the events you help make happen.
Where you can plug in:
AMA Columbus thrives thanks to our generous sponsors, who help us deliver top-notch opportunities for marketers across Central Ohio. Sponsors gain exclusive visibility and top-of-mind awareness within the region’s marketing and business community.
Technology VP
Own the digital infrastructure that keeps AMA Columbus running. You'll manage our website, job board, event calendar, and Eventbrite—plus troubleshoot issues as they come up. Ideal if you want leadership experience and enjoy making systems work better.
Content Strategist
Lead the editorial direction for AMA Columbus communications. You'll plan content themes, shape messaging, and ensure everything we publish supports our chapter goals. A great fit if you think strategically and want to sharpen your content leadership skills.
Marketing Coordinator
Keep campaigns and communications on track across the chapter. You'll coordinate timelines, manage deliverables, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Perfect for someone who's organized and wants hands-on marketing ops experience.
Graphic Designer
Create the visual assets that represent AMA Columbus to the community. You'll design for events, social media, email, and more—building a portfolio while you're at it. Best for designers who want variety and real-world project experience.
Social Media Specialist
Run our social channels and grow our presence in the Columbus marketing community. You'll create posts, engage with followers, and track what's working. A strong fit if you want to own a brand's social strategy from end to end.
Membership Manager
Help us grow and retain the members who make this chapter work. You'll handle outreach, answer questions, and ensure members know how to get value from AMA. Right for someone who's relationship-driven and wants experience in community building.
Ready to get involved?
Email our membership lead at membership@amacolumbus.org to start a conversation!
Frequently asked volunteer questions
We get it—your time is valuable. Here's what most people want to know before they raise their hand.
It depends on the role, but most positions average 2–5 hours per month. Some roles ramp up around events, then quiet down. We'll be upfront about the commitment before you sign on.
No. Many members volunteer specifically to build new skills. If you're willing to learn and show up consistently, we'll get you started.
Yes. We'd rather you move to a role that fits than burn out in one that doesn't. Just give us a heads-up so we can plan for the transition.
Life happens. Let your committee lead know as early as possible, and we'll work together to hand off your responsibilities. No guilt, no drama.
Email membership@amacolumbus.org and tell us a bit about yourself and where you'd like to contribute. We'll connect you with the right committee lead from there.
Never Miss an Event
We’ll keep you up to date with everything you need to get connected: events, featured speakers, and job opportunities right here in the 614.
