Michigan First Credit Union and Young & Free Michigan Launch Statewide Search for the Next “Spokester”

Michigan First Credit Union launched today its statewide search for its next Young & Free Michigan “Spokester,” a minimum of a year-long paid role designated to one creative and energetic young adult who will serve as the spokesperson for the Credit Union’s education-focused program aimed at 17-25 year olds. The winner will become the sixth Young & Free Michigan Spokester. Michigan First President/CEO Michael Poulos made the announcement.

As the financial ambassador of the state’s millennial generation, the winner will receive a $30,000 salary with the potential for a $5,000 bonus and an extension as the Spokester based upon performance. Throughout the duration of his/her term, the winner will also be provided with an Apple MacBook Pro, an HD video camera and a smart phone, as well as will have access to the Young & Free Michigan car for the year with paid gas and insurance. The selected Spokester will be responsible for creatively promoting smart financial decisions among his/her peers through the management of Young & Free social media channels, daily blog posts, weekly videos and participation in community events.

“At Michigan First, we are keenly aware of how important it is for millennials to not only be knowledgeable about their finances, but also be able to manage them,” said Poulos. “Our Young & Free program was designed to create that peer-to-peer interaction and offer creative and relatable solutions to increase financial literacy. Throughout the years, it has been exceedingly successful due to our talented and passionate Spokesters. Michigan’s millennial generation is filled with quality candidates for this job, and we look forward to welcoming our next top-notch Spokester soon.”

In an increasingly digital world, the Spokester position provides valuable hands-on experiences and support from a team of industry professionals, as well as a variety of networking opportunities, serving as a great resume builder and platform to create lasting relationships throughout Michigan. Interested applicants can visit YoungFreeMichigan.com to learn more and view previous Spokesters’ efforts that have paved the way for successful, long-term careers.

To apply, individuals must be between 18 and 25 years old, willing and able to work full-time, and reside in Michigan from June 2017 to May 2018. Applicants should bring their creativity, personality and passion for helping young adults and the community at-large to a 3-minute video showcasing why he/she is the ideal spokesperson. A public vote from May 16-23 will help determine four of the finalists, while the Michigan First team will select another three finalists. Announced on May 25, all finalists must be able to attend the “Getting to Know Each Other” event at Michigan First on June 7, where each individual will participate in an on-site interview with a series of activities that the next Spokester will be responsible for carrying out during his/her term. The winner will be announced to the public in mid-June.