Week 1 Ambassador Content Guide - Clayton Shelvin, Executive Director
🎥 OPENING VIDEO (60-90 sec)
Setting: Main Stage at Freight
Purpose: Launch campaign with executive vision and personal connection
1. Personal Welcome & Setting Context
Connect the physical space to the message
Example: “Standing on this historic stage at the Freight & Salvage, I’m reminded of the thousands of performances, stories, and connections that have happened right here…”
Share a brief personal moment that connects you to the venue’s impact
2. Campaign Introduction
Frame “Our Roots Run Deep” theme
Explain how 56 years of history has created deep community roots
Connect to present moment: we’re not just celebrating history, we’re growing stronger
Example: “Our roots run deep in Berkeley, and like any healthy tree, we continue to grow, reach higher, and provide shelter for our community…”
Example: “As we close 2024, we’re seeing remarkable growth in our programs, our audience, and our impact…”
4. Community Call
Make it personal and actionable
Invite participation beyond donations
Emphasize collective ownership
Example: “The Freight belongs to all of us, and there are many ways to be part of our story…”
📄 WRITTEN CONTENT (150-300 words)
Format: Executive Letter
Purpose: Deeper dive into campaign vision and community impact
Opening Context
Set larger context for campaign
More than fundraising - community building
Example: “As Executive Director, I see daily evidence of how the Freight brings people together…”
Mission Alignment
Connect campaign to organizational direction
Link to new programs and initiatives
Reference upcoming changes (website, building improvements)
Show how support enables growth
Personal Stake
Share your vision as Executive Director
What excites you about Freight’s future
How community support transforms possibilities
Example: “What inspires me most is seeing how every contribution, every volunteer hour, every shared story strengthens our community…”
🎥 CLOSING VIDEO (60-90 sec)
Purpose: Bridge to Education Week, maintain momentum
1. Early Impact Acknowledgment
Reference initial campaign response
Thank early supporters
Share any immediate feedback or stories
Example: “In just this first week, we’ve heard so many moving stories from our community…”
2. Looking Forward
Connect to Education Week
Preview education program focus
Introduce PC Muñoz and education team
Example: “Next week, we’ll shine a light on one of our most impactful initiatives - our education programs. You’ll hear from our Education Director PC Muñoz about how we’re nurturing the next generation of musicians and music lovers…”
3. Sustained Invitation
Keep engagement door open
Connect current support to educational impact
Emphasize how community support enables education programs
Example: “Your support helps ensure that music education remains accessible to all in our community. Stay tuned to learn more about how we’re making that happen…”
Key Executive Themes to Weave Throughout:
Leadership Vision
Share your perspective on Freight’s evolution
Connect past success to future potential
Example: “From my vantage point as Executive Director…”
Community Investment
Emphasize shared ownership
Highlight collective impact
Example: “Every person who walks through our doors adds to our story…”
Organizational Momentum
Reference recent successes
Preview upcoming innovations
Example: “We’re building on our strongest foundation yet…”