Volunteer Positions
Redwood Writers is a thriving branch of the California Writers Club, and everything we do is made possible by the dedication of our volunteers. Guided by our motto of writers helping writers, we work together to plan events, produce anthologies, welcome new members, and keep our operations running smoothly. Each role is an important part of our community. On this page, you’ll discover the different volunteer positions that keep our club strong. You may even find a role that sparks your interest—a chance to share your skills, connect with fellow writers, and help shape the future of Redwood Writers.
OPEN VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
Our club thrives because of volunteers. Here are the roles still in need of enthusiastic members to bring them to life. If you see something you like and would like more information, please contact the president.
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Event Announcements Coordinator
The Event Announcements Coordinator creates and manages registration pages for Redwood Writers events.
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Social Media Manager
The Social Media Manager oversees Redwood Writers’ presence on Facebook and Instagram to share news, promote events, contests, and anthologies, and highlight opportunities of interest to writers.
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Publicity Chair
The Publicity Chair promotes Redwood Writers to the wider community by managing publicity and media outreach.
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Vault Master & Historian
The Vault Master & Historian preserves the history and heritage of Redwood Writers by collecting, organizing, and archiving important documents, photos, and records.
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Registration Committee Chair
The Registration Committee Chair ensures Redwood Writers’ General Membership Meetings run smoothly, both in-person and on Zoom.
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Contest Coordinator
The Contest Coordinator oversees Redwood Writers’ many writing contests, including poetry, short story, and memoir competitions.
FILLED VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
Our club runs on teamwork, and these positions below are part of that effort. While they’re already filled, we welcome you to see how each role helps bring our motto of writers helping writers to life.
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Get Lit Coordinator
The Get Lit Coordinator manages Redwood Writers’ participation in Get Lit, the weekly book talk segment on KRSH 95.9 The Krush, sponsored by Copperfield’s Books.
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New Member Chair
The New Member Chair helps newcomers feel at home in Redwood Writers.
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Conference Volunteer Coordinator
The Conference Volunteer Coordinator partners with the Conference Chair to organize the many helping hands that make the Sonoma County Writers Conference a success
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Conference Chair
The Conference Chair leads the planning and execution of the Sonoma County Writers Conference, held every even-numbered year.
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Website Editor
The Website Editor ensures the Redwood Writers website stays accurate, appealing, and up to date.
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Writers Circle Chair
The Writers Circle Chair organizes Redwood Writers’ bi-monthly Writers Circles (in odd months), gatherings that emphasize socializing, networking, and sharing work in a supportive setting.
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Salon Chair
The Salon Chair organizes Redwood Writers’ bi-monthly salons (in even months), casual gatherings where members can read their work and connect in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
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2026 Prose Anthology Editor-in-Chief
The Prose Anthology Editor-in-Chief leads the production of Redwood Writers’ annual prose anthology, featuring member short stories and memoir.
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Poetry Anthology Editor-in-Chief
The Poetry Anthology Editor-in-Chief leads the creation of Redwood Writers’ annual poetry anthology, showcasing the talent of member poets.
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2026 Author Launch Chair
The Author Launch Chair organizes Redwood Writers’ Author Launch event—a free public celebration in the spring where members debut their new books.
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Speaker Coordinator
The Speaker Coordinator arranges engaging and high-quality speakers for Redwood Writers’ monthly meetings.
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Membership Chair
The Membership Chair manages all aspects of Redwood Writers membership.
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Newsletter Editor
The Newsletter Editor is responsible for creating Redwood Writers’ monthly newsletter, keeping members informed and engaged with club news, events, and opportunities.
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CWC Central Board Representative
The Central Board Representative connects Redwood Writers with the statewide California Writers Club.
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NORCAL Region Representative
The RW Branch Representative serves as liaison to the NorCal regional group of CWC chapters.
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Immediate Past President
The Immediate Past President serves in an advisory role to the current President and Board of Directors.
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Board Treasurer
Elected position. The Treasurer manages Redwood Writers’ finances with accuracy and transparency.
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Board Secretary
Elected position. The Secretary is responsible for keeping accurate records of Redwood Writers’ board and special meetings.
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Board Vice President
Elected position. The Vice President supports the President and helps ensure the smooth running of Redwood Writers.
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Board President
Elected position. The President serves as the leader and guiding voice of Redwood Writers.