JOTW 37-2012

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JOTW 37-2012

September 10, 2012

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This is JOTW newsletter number 934

 

“There is an objective reality out there, but we view it through the spectacles of our beliefs, attitudes, and values.”

– David G. Myers

 

“Objectivity has about as much substance as the emperor’s new clothes.”

– Connie Miller

 

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In this issue:

 

1.)  Public Relations Specialist; Cvent, Inc.; McLean, VA

2.)  Director of Marketing, Public Affairs and Marketing, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC

3.)  Director of Communications, OneVoice Movement, New York, NY

4.)  ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, California State University, Northridge, Northridge, California
5.)  Communications Specialist, Honeywell Aerospace, Phoenix, Arizona

6.)  Senior Communications Specialist, Automation & Control Solutions (ACS), Honeywell, Golden Valley, Minnesota

7.)  International Marketing Communications Manager, Honeywell, Northford, Connecticut

8.)  Technical Communications Specialist, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, Washington

9.)  Managing Editor, Institute for Nonprofits, NC State University, Raleigh, NC

10.)  Taxonomy Manager, eMarketer Inc., New York, NY

 

11.)  Public Relations Specialists, Metroplex Hospital, Killeen, TX

12.)  Director of Communications, Raikes Foundation, Seattle, WA

13.)  Manager, Communication Services, Calgary Board of Education, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

14.)  Communication Specialist — Temporary Assignment, Clorox, Oakland, California

15.)  Senior Director of Communications, Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), Publications and Marketing, Fairfax, Va.

16.)  Videographer/Photographer/Writer (Part-Time Multimedia Communications Coordinator), Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Toronto, Ontario, Canada

17,)  Account Executive, Profiles, Inc., Baltimore, MD

18.)  Editor – Corporate Communications, Aerotek Professional Services, San Antonio, TX

19.)  Director of Communications, Laura and John Arnold Foundation, Houston, Texas

20.)  Senior Communications Specialist, PepsiCo, Plano, TX

 

21.)  Internet Now Project Manager, Samasource, Gulu, Uganda

22.)  Associate Director, Communications, Rockefeller Foundation, New York, NY

23.)  Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications, Pentair, Minneapolis, MN

24.)  Assignment Editor, WFTS-TV, Scripps Media, Inc., Tampa , FL

25.)  Marketing Communications Specialist, YMCA Houston, Houston, TX

26.)  Community Relations Specialist, Alliance Data, Dallas, TX

27.)  Web Project Manager, Communications, American Civil Liberties Union, New York, New York

28.)  Communications Director of South Dakota, American Civil Liberties Union, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

29.)  HuffPost Crime / Weird News Intern, Huffington Post Media Group, New York City, NY

30.)  VP, Communications & Corporate Development, Gold Market, New York, NY

 

31.)  Visitor Relations Specialist, The Future of Flight and Boeing Tour Center, Everett Visitor Relations, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Mukilteo, WA

32.)  Corporate Communications Specialist, Fountain Group, Tarrytown, NY

33.)  Assistant Professor – Corporate Communication, College of Staten Island of the City University of New York, New York, NY

34.)  Marketing Manager, Flagship Cruises and Events, Coronado, California

35.)  Email Marketing Specialist, Club Colors, Schaumburg, IL

36.)  Internal Communications Director, major corporation, offered through Paladin Staffing, Chicago, IL

37.)  Director of Communications, Bethel New Life, Chicago Illinois

38.)  Social Media Strategist, Bader Rutter & Associates, Chicago, Illinois

39.)  Marketing Coordinator, WIS Television, Columbia, South Carolina

40.)  Managing Director, Airline Industry Public Relations and Communications, Airlines for America, Washington, DC

 

41.)  Managing Director, Government and Regulatory Communications, Airlines for America, Washington, DC

42.)  Gum Taster, Kraft Foods, UK

43.)  GumBuster franchises available, GumBusters USA, Brooklyn, NY

 

(To view these jobs, scroll down to the listings in the content of this newsletter)

 

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***  One Paragraph Pitch:

 

Cheryl Alpert is seeking a senior level marketing position in MA. Her experience includes: Growing an advertising/pr agency to 25 person shop and $5M in fees; invented web-based marketing diagnostic deployed by companies such as FEDEX, Digital, TI,  Edelman, NEC; repositioned publicly traded turnaround DataBroadCasting Corp. to help birth/launch MarketWatch, leading to company’s successful sale to CBS; managed international marketing teams to position Belgian biometrics company for IPO; created national promotional tour for web/mobile company in partnership with MTV; counseled numerous start-ups in market entry, positioning, competitive analysis and social media strategy; researched then developed comprehensive digital media strategy for worldwide publisher of evidence-based medicine for professional and entry into consumer markets; consulted to Yahoo! on small business customer churn; worked with Fidelity Investments to introduce new technology; authored 12 case studies for business school textbook “Private Management and Public Policy: The Principle of Public Responsibility”;  contributed to “We Are Smarter Than Me: How to Unleash the Power of Crowds in Your Business’; mentor at BU Technology Development Kindle Program.

cjalpert@comcast.net

 

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***  New uses for old ships:

 

I’m looking out my window at the Hotel Jutlandia at the former ferry Spectrum of Scandinavia.  It is now, as I have learned, converted to a disco (although I have not observed any disco balls turning or the sound of Heat wave blasting across the street).  But it makes me think of how many ships have been converted to something else after their seagoing days were over.  Can you offer some examples?  Responses will be posted in the September issue of “Your Very Next Step.”

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***  Ned’s upcoming travel:

 

18-22 September – Istanbul, Turkey

24-28 September – La Spezia, Italy

22-26 October – London, UK

 

 

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***  Microwave Martini:

 

Next time you use a lemon for juice, cut up the peel in strips and put in the freezer.  For the microwave martini, use a glass without any metallic rim, etc.  Take a frozen strip of lemon peel, place in glass and microwave for 11 seconds.  This vaporizes the essential oils and coats inside of glass.  Rubs twist around rim.  Add ice, vodka/gin (55/50), or whatever, isolated molecule of dry vermouth….your guest will be amazed that you made a martini in the microwave…sort of.

 

 

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***  Beer chase:

 

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***  Let’s get to the jobs:

 

***  From Sonja Johnson:

 

1.)  Public Relations Specialist; Cvent, Inc.; McLean, VA

http://careers.ises.com/jobseeker/job/9170292/Public%20Relations%20Specialist/Cvent,%20Inc./?vnet=0&max=25

 

***  From Eileen Turner:

 

Please add this position to your weekly newsletter:

 

2.)  Director of Marketing, Public Affairs and Marketing, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital seeks Director of Marketing to join our team. Responsibilities include:

  • Identifies      strategic opportunities.
  • Develops      and executes strategic marketing plans; and creates products and events in      support of Georgetown University Hospital’s strategic business plan.
  • Scope of      responsibility includes strategic service line marketing development;      print and broadcast advertising; sales literature; direct mail and sales      promotion materials; electronic communications; business-to-business as      well as physician-to-physician referral development, communications and      publications; and media relations, as needed.
  • Reports to      the Vice President, Public Affairs and Marketing and acts in consultation      with the Vice President of Public Affairs for MedStar Health. Supports or      directs governmental and community affairs activities.
  • Coordinates      outside consultants, agencies or other organizations to fulfill the      mission of the marketing function.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s      degree in Communication, Journalism, Business or Marketing.
  • A Master’s      degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
  • Certification      as an Accredited Public Relations Professional or Accredited Business      Communicator is preferred.
  • Approximately      ten years of progressively more responsible job-related experience in      public affairs/lobbying, public relations and advertising/marketing.
  • Agency      background preferred.
  • One to two      years to gain familiarity with the Hospital environment, department      routines and procedures, and the full range of job duties.
  • High level      of problem solving due to the complexity of the healthcare industry and      the diversity of the situations encountered.
  • Internal      contacts with top administrative departmental directors and clinical      chairs necessary to effectively negotiate, persuade or present issues to      others within the Hospital.
  • Work      assignments are generally received in the form of broad goals for area(s)      of responsibility and require considerable judgment regarding the      interpretation of policies, development of procedures, and selection of      appropriate courses of action.

About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital:
With a 609-licensed-bed hospital and 1,100 physicians, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s clinical services represent one of the largest healthcare delivery networks in the area. Some of our centers of excellence include cancer, neurosciences, gastroenterology, transplant and vascular diseases.

We offer some of the most sophisticated treatments and technologies available, as well as the expertise of nationally respected physicians. Founded in the Jesuit principle of cura personalis – caring for the whole person – Georgetown is committed to offering a variety of innovative diagnostic and treatment options within a trusting and compassionate environment.

We offer:
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits
• Superb educational opportunities plus tuition assistance
• New and upgraded training facility
• Free shuttle from Metro stations .

For more information and to apply online, please visit:
http://www.medstargeorgetown.jobs/m/43130

 

3.)  Director of Communications, OneVoice Movement, New York, NY

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=24664

 

4.)  ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, California State University, Northridge, Northridge, California

http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/10872229
5.)  Communications Specialist, Honeywell Aerospace, Phoenix, Arizona

http://www.careersathoneywell.com/en/JobSearch/JobDescription.aspx?LanguageID=1&jobid=00201851

 

6.)  Senior Communications Specialist, Automation & Control Solutions (ACS), Honeywell, Golden Valley, Minnesota

http://www.careersathoneywell.com/en/JobSearch/JobDescription.aspx?LanguageID=1&jobid=00191764

 

7.)  International Marketing Communications Manager, Honeywell, Northford, Connecticut

http://www.careersathoneywell.com/en/JobSearch/JobDescription.aspx?LanguageID=1&jobid=00197524

 

8.)  Technical Communications Specialist, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, Washington

http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/10878285

 

***  From Al Rankin:

 

9.)  Managing Editor, Institute for Nonprofits, NC State University, Raleigh, NC

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/12955

 

***  From Corey Rose:

 

Hi Ned,

Thanks for posting!

 

Corey Rose

Talent Acquisition

eMarketer Inc.

New York, NY

www.emarketer.com

 

10.)  Taxonomy Manager, eMarketer Inc., New York, NY

 

eMarketer, a privately-held company in New York City, is seeking a Taxonomy Manager with a background in taxonomy design, development, and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience working with controlled vocabularies, assigning metadata to charts and organizing editorial information on the web.

Key Responsibilities:

•             Maintain and improve eMarketer’s controlled vocabulary and thesaurus.

•             Develop and document rules for metadata creation and assignment.

•             Provide collaborative input on taxonomy development.

•             Provide quality control of tagging used in website navigation.

Requirements:

•             Demonstrated expertise in metadata management and information organization.

•             Knowledge/background in digital marketing.

•             Bachelor’s degree required; Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or related degree strongly preferred.

•             Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

•             Self-motivated and detail-oriented.

•             Must be a NY metro area resident.

 

Please send your CV and cover letter to: careers@emarketer.com.

 

11.)  Public Relations Specialists, Metroplex Hospital, Killeen, TX

https://ahs.taleo.net/careersection/00corporate/jobdetail.ftl?job=311941

 

12.)  Director of Communications, Raikes Foundation, Seattle, WA

http://www.comnetwork.org/2012/09/director-of-communications-raikes-foundation/

 

13.)  Manager, Communication Services, Calgary Board of Education, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/10863458

 

14.)  Communication Specialist — Temporary Assignment, Clorox, Oakland, California

 

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

 

Temporary assignment from approx. Sept. 3, 2012, to March 1, 2013

 

In this temporary assignment, the communication specialist helps increase employee effectiveness, engagement and understanding of corporate strategies and priorities through timely access to company news and information. This person handles the day-to-day operations and content of the company’s electronic and print communication vehicles and provides essential support in the execution of company meetings.

 

Writes and/or edits all news and announcements and contributes content and maintains all Corporate Communications-owned content for the company’s intranet

Works with IT or others, as appropriate, to identify and resolve technical and production issues

Implements new Web-based features/functionality, including content-management templates

Helps execute employee town halls leadership meetings

Contributes copy and logistical support for the company’s employee magazine

Conducts business continuity planning (BCP) quarterly communication exercises

Provides strategic and tactical support for other internal or external communications, as needed

 

Job Requirements

Three or more years large-company experience in corporate communications, with an emphasis on electronic communication

Strong news and feature writing and editing skills, with two or more years of experience

Production experience in print and electronic media

Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint and Office required. Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Flash a plus

Experience managing logistics of large-scale meetings

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a diverse employee population

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with company stakeholders at all levels

Demonstrated ability to drive results and strategic initiatives

Strong research and analytical skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Communications, English or Journalism major preferred

 

APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Contact Person: Dan Staublin

Email Address: dan.staublin@clorox.com

 

http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/10757407

 

***  From Maryann Verrillo:

 

15.)  Senior Director of Communications, Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), Publications and Marketing, Fairfax, Va.

 

The Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking, technologically-savvy communications professional with 10 to 15 years’ experience in communications, marketing and/or print/electronic publishing. At least 3 years will include direct management of staff. Reporting to the Executive Director, this is a high-visibility role responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic communications, publications and marketing program to achieve SIR’s goals for branding, awareness, communications (including web and social media) and business/alliance development to generate non-dues revenue.

 

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in utilizing technology to reach a broad range of external audiences through integrated communications efforts and play a leadership role in the innovative use of digital media and effective use of targeted marketing and data analytics. An advanced degree and/or health-care media relations experience is a strong plus, particularly in translating scientific knowledge to a lay audience. If you are a results-oriented self-starter who thrives in a flexible, member-engaged environment and has a strong balance of strategic thinking, disciplined business management, and natural understanding of technology and digital media, this is great opportunity for you. More information about this position can be found here: http://www.sirweb.org/about-us/staff_SR_Dir.shtml.

 

To apply, send your cover letter outlining your experience, qualifications and salary expectations with your resume, to: jobs0829@SIRweb.org.

 

16.)  Videographer/Photographer/Writer (Part-Time Multimedia Communications Coordinator), Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Toronto, Ontario, Canada

http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/10829029/

 

***  From Amy Burke:

 

Hello!

 

I wanted to bring your attention to a job opening at Profiles, Inc., a Baltimore-based PR/marketing/social media/special events firm.

 

If you have any upcoming opportunities to share this, that would be greatly appreciated. Resumes should be submitted through the website at www.profilespr.com/contact.

 

Many thanks,

Amy

 

You can share this link to the posting – http://www.profilespr.com/careers or below is the actual posting:

 

17,)  Account Executive, Profiles, Inc., Baltimore, MD

 

Profiles, Inc. – a full-service public relations, marketing, social media and special events firm – is currently seeking candidates with 1-3 years of experience for an Account Executive position. We are a results-driven agency with expertise in developing programs for corporate clients, non-profit organizations and individuals in every industry including health/wellness, tourism, education, restaurant/food, arts/entertainment, media, accounting, real estate and law. Some of our current clients include: Kennedy Krieger Institute, National Aquarium, Baltimore School for the Arts, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant, the American Craft Council Show in Baltimore, and the Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore.

 

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree and have 1-3 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism or other related areas (internships and work experience considered). We are a tight-knit group who work hard and play hard, and seek someone with strong organizational, time-management and interpersonal skills to bring onto our team. Additionally, candidates should have basic knowledge of social media platforms (yes, we want you to be on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest at work), and have the ability to think creatively and work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Our ideal candidate comes to work with a smile and has a very strong work ethic.

 

We offer full benefits and other fun perks such as company trips, employee dinners and a casual work environment.  To submit your resume and writing samples for the position, visit www.profilespr.com/contact.  For more information on Profiles,  visit us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/profilesbmore) and on Twitter (www.twitter.com/profilesbmore).

 

18.)  Editor – Corporate Communications, Aerotek Professional Services, San Antonio, TX

http://jobs.thingamajob.com/jobs/Texas/Editor—Corporate-Communications/2646416

 

19.)  Director of Communications, Laura and John Arnold Foundation, Houston, Texas

http://www.comnetwork.org/2012/08/director-of-communications-laura-and-john-arnold-foundation/

 

20.)  Senior Communications Specialist, PepsiCo, Plano, TX

 

•Write and edit communications for a variety of channels to inform and educate Frito-Lay North America’s 50,000 associates about company news and announcements, policies, company facts and strategic priorities.

 

•Identify company news and write articles for Frito-Lay’s daily electronic employee newsletter.

 

•Oversee the weekly e-newsletter for Plano/HQ-based employees, featuring local news and announcements.

 

•Create content and provide technical support for a variety of other internal communications channels and events, including Frito-Lay/PepsiCo’s portal, intranet sites, podcasts, videos, Town Hall meetings and print materials.

 

•Develop communications plans and content to support FLNA’s formal employee recognition/awards programs as well as ongoing efforts to highlight employee achievements and best practices across the company.

 

•Support ongoing expansion and enhancement of FLNA’s existing communications vehicles – especially in the digital media space and with a focus on reaching frontline employees to more effectively reach employees across FLNA and build a more informed employee population.

 

•Collaborate with teams and functions across Frito-Lay and broader PepsiCo to develop plans and implement communications to help them reach their employees and communicate their news and priorities throughout Frito-Lay.

 

•Provide communications counsel and writing/editing support for FLNA Community Affairs, including publicizing initiatives and news both internally and externally.

 

•Partner with Frito-Lay and PepsiCo’s internal communications, digital media and public relations teams to ensure an integrated communications strategy and alignment between internal and ext

 

Qualifications:

 

•Exceptional writing and editing skills

 

•Strong news judgment and ability to think strategically and creatively.

 

•Understanding of and ability to develop content for a variety of communication channels, including print, video, digital/social and emerging media.

 

•Ability to work with a variety of teams and functions to analyze communications needs and develop strategies to deliver results.

 

•Ability to work in fast-paced environment and balance multiple projects at once.

 

•Strong project management skills.

 

•Minimum 3-5 years communications experience in a dynamic, fast-based environment.

 

•Public relations agency or corporate communications experience preferred but not required.

 

•Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or English preferred.

 

•Must be willing and able to travel 5% of the time

 

Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V

 

Ref: 18081BR

 

http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Plano-Senior-Communications-Specialist-TX-75023/2133801

 

21.)  Internet Now Project Manager, Samasource, Gulu, Uganda

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=390800033

 

22.)  Associate Director, Communications, Rockefeller Foundation, New York, NY

http://www.comnetwork.org/2012/08/associate-director-communications-rockefeller-foundation/

 

23.)  Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications, Pentair, Minneapolis, MN

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.aspx?JobID=114024727

 

24.)  Assignment Editor, WFTS-TV, Scripps Media, Inc., Tampa , FL

http://tampa.jobnewsusa.com/jobseeker/ViewJobSearch.aspx?itemID=W618W636W615W621W624W621W618W627

 

25.)  Marketing Communications Specialist, YMCA Houston, Houston, TX

http://www.ymcahouston.org/jobs/marketing-communications-specialist54d9d/

 

26.)  Community Relations Specialist, Alliance Data, Dallas, TX

http://jobs.alliancedata.com/job/Dallas-Community-Relations-Specialist-Job-TX-75201/2139358/

 

27.)  Web Project Manager, Communications, American Civil Liberties Union, New York, New York

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=390600031

 

28.)  Communications Director of South Dakota, American Civil Liberties Union, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=391000020

 

29.)  HuffPost Crime / Weird News Intern, Huffington Post Media Group, New York City, NY

 

HuffPost Crime / Weird News is looking to bring on a vertical editor intern.

 

The vertical editor intern must eat, sleep and breathe weird news.

This person must be able to:

-craft killer headlines

-manage the Weird News front page

-pitch stories to HuffPost Front.

 

The right candidate will also be expected to be a voice on Twitter and Facebook, crafting great posts, scheduling them, and doing whatever it takes to foster a community.

 

This is not a reporting job, but you’ll need to have a way with words, to suck in viewers.

 

You’ll also need the ability to dive into web analytics to find what works — and what doesn’t — as well as an ability to multitask.

 

Candidates should be currently enrolled in school or 0-6 months out of school.

 

This internship pays $10/hr at 40 hours / week.

 

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=797030&partnerid=25237&siteid=36&codes=NIND

 

30.)  VP, Communications & Corporate Development, Gold Market, New York, NY

 

https://www.theladders.com/job/jobboard?cr=4300864&pl=sz-2

 

***  From Bridget Serchak:

 

31.)  Visitor Relations Specialist, The Future of Flight and Boeing Tour Center, Everett Visitor Relations, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Mukilteo, WA

https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=12-1020010

 

32.)  Corporate Communications Specialist, Fountain Group, Tarrytown, NY

http://www.bright.com/jobs/job/288363_e828c923/?bfid=43

 

33.)  Assistant Professor – Corporate Communication, College of Staten Island of the City University of New York, New York, NY

http://careers.insidehighered.com/college-staten-island-city-university-new-york/assistant-professor-corporate-communication/job/437260

 

34.)  Marketing Manager, Flagship Cruises and Events, Coronado, California

http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Marketing-Manager/135153.html

 

***  From Kris Gallagher, ABC:

 

35.)  Email Marketing Specialist, Club Colors, Schaumburg, IL (northwestern Chicago suburb)

 

Club Colors is looking for a self-motivated, marketing savvy professional to develop and execute its digital marketing efforts. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the primary function of the Email Marketing Specialist is to drive online revenues through effective digital marketing campaigns; owning tactics that focus on email marketing, but also may include search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), landing pages, web capture forms, lead acquisition, data cleansing, and lead scoring. This person will provide his or her strong analytical skills, business acumen, and innovative marketing ideas to build a better digital marketing program by measuring, optimizing, testing, recommending, and implementing enhancements on all programs and campaigns.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

1. Manage the execution of all email communications including:

a. Promotional Emails

b. Event Triggered Emails

c. Direct Mail Campaign Emails

d. Transactional Emails

2. Lead the planning and execution of email marketing programs and triggered email campaigns. Includes ownership of list generation, list management, compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act, A/B testing, subscription center development, and email design

3. Drive online awareness and sales through effective marketing campaigns; including emails, Search Engine Marketing, and Social Media

4. Define, create and execute targeted email marketing campaigns to improve customer retention and cross selling. Manage digital campaigns from vision to execution.

5. Work with the sales & marketing team to tie digital marketing initiatives into overall integrated marketing plan and maintain internal calendar of all programs

6. Leverage internal reports and web analytics to track, measure and provide value-adding reporting on the KPIs of emails and other online activities

 

Job Qualifications

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field

• 2 – 3 years of email marketing experience

• 2 – 3 years of experience in an eMarketing role

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent understanding of digital marketing and ecommerce best practices

• Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task projects

• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently

• Ability to remain flexible, open-minded & handle changing priorities and tight deadlines

• Extensive computer skills, including familiarity with all facets of social media

 

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Email marketing software (i.e. Listrak, Bronto, Silverpop)

• Experience with CRM software (i.e. Aplicor, Salesforce)

• Experience with e-commerce/web platform (i.e. Magento)

• Experience with KPIs and Web Analytics (Google)

• Social Media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+)

• Search Engine Marketing (SEO and PPC)

 

Compensation & Benefits

Club Colors offers a competitive benefits package.

About the Company:

Club Colors is a global brand stewardship solutions provider, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services to the corporate and collegiate marketplace. Club Color’s global sourcing and distribution provides customers with high-quality promotional products and branded apparel at cost-effective prices with the highest level of customer service in the industry. Club Colors continues to develop strategic industry relationships and innovative e-commerce solutions to deliver the best value to its customers. Club Colors is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.

http://www.ziprecruiter.com/job/Email-Marketing-Specialist/d072661e/?goback=.gde_2486726_member_157312867

 

36.)  Internal Communications Director, major corporation, offered through Paladin Staffing, Chicago, IL

 

Paladin is in search of an Internal Communications Director to work at a major corporation in South West Michigan. Client will cover relocation costs.

 

This is a tremendous opportunity to get your foot in the door with a nationally recognized brand that demonstrates daily the family values upon which the corporation was founded. Our client is proud of their collaborative and supportive work environment and demonstrates their commitment to staff with a fantastic total benefits package including a guaranteed annual bonus and strong PTO policy.

 

To be considered, please forward your resume, writing samples and salary requirements to Elise at elise@paladinstaff.com.

 

JOB DETAILS

As the leader of a lean internal communications team, the Director will be responsible for managing three communicators as well as leading the strategic communications program – in addition to rolling up their sleeves to support in the execution of that plan. Strong writing skills are a must in this hands-on role.

 

The right candidate will have 7+ years of corporate internal communications experience, including several years of management experience along with a history of supporting HR-related initiatives. To be considered, candidates also must have a track record in collaborating with executive leadership and developing communication programs to support their business goals. Finally, the ideal candidate will have experience measuring the success of their communications programs. A background in leveraging social media tools also is preferred but not required.

 

Responsibilities:

• Partner with department areas and senior business leaders to develop communication plans to support and align with business needs/goals

• Communicate corporate goals and strategic initiatives to 50,000+ employees base across a broad range of geographies and disciplines.

• Leverage print, web and electronic technology to deliver key messages to teams

• Own and manage the day-to-day activities of the internal communications strategy including managing the production and distribution of internal print and electronic communications from inception to completion

• Develop communications calendar to ensure communications are aligned across the business

• Plan company-wide meetings to keep teams connected to goals and objectives

• Produce video programs for several key business areas

• Educate teams about corporate products to boost awareness and increase sales penetration

• Measure communication effectiveness through online surveys and site usage reports

• Partner with outside vendors to coordinate, create and print special projects

Apply through Paladin Staffing:  http://www.paladinstaff.com/

 

37.)  Director of Communications, Bethel New Life, Chicago Illinois

 

www.bethelnewlife.org

 

Bethel New Life is a faith-based non-profit serving Chicago’s Westside neighborhoods. Since 1979, Bethel has helped thousands of people start businesses, find work and housing, buy homes, succeed in school, nurture their families, embrace aging with dignity, and advocate for safer neighborhoods and better schools. Bethel has annual revenues of more than $14 million and 245 employees. For more information, please visit www.bethelnewlife.org.

 

Reporting to the Senior Director of External Relations, and serving as an integral member of the External Relations team, the Director of Communications will set, guide and implement the strategy for all communications messages and collateral to consistently articulate Bethel’s mission, drive broader awareness, and build donor support for the organization. External Relations team members will work collaboratively to provide support for the ongoing communications, marketing, public and media relations needs of Bethel New Life.

Responsibilities:

1.    Develop, implement, and evaluate the annual communications plan in collaboration with the Bethel New Life leadership team.

2.    Develop and refine Bethel’s “core” messages to ensure organizational consistency.

3.    Collect information (salient stories, data, facts and figures, reports, photos, etc.) from operational staff and transform into effective communication tools targeting a variety of Bethel New Life audiences.

4.    Design, develop, distribute, and maintain all print collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, annual report, and other reports.

5.    Generate online content for website(s), e-newsletters and social media that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action.

6.    Serve as a spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions that help promote and/or impact the organization, responding to media inquiries and working proactively to place stories. This will require doing live and taped interviews with print and electronic reporters.

7.    Serve as an ambassador for Bethel New Life and equip other staff, board members, key supporters, and program participants to serve as well.

8.    Monitor local, state and national media reports concerning Bethel New Life and its key issues. Develop and maintain positive contacts with media representatives covering Bethel and its issues.

9.    Work with leadership staff Bethel New Life to determine the communication needs of the varying operational divisions, and to develop strategies to meet those communication needs.

10.   Coordinate production of communication tools with graphic artists, printers, TV and radio production specialists, web designers, etc. to assure on-time delivery of needed items within budget.

11.   Use tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere Elements and other software to prepare communications materials in the proper format for use.

12.   Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time and test the effectiveness of various communications activities.

13.   Provide assistance to other External Relations team members in brainstorming, editing, proof-reading and quality control.

14.   Assure that the policies of Bethel New Life protecting the privacy of participants and staff are followed and that there is no unauthorized release of information.

15.   Other duties, as assigned.

Bethel New Life is seeking an accomplished Director of Communications who has a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of communications experience, ideally in a complex nonprofit entity, covering areas such as planning, website, newsletters, press releases, annual reports, displays, marketing literature, and brand management.

•     Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills

•     Ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages, and disseminate it to the right audiences through the best distribution channels

•     Experience developing and implementing communications strategies

•     Proficient ability to use appropriate computer software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, and InDesign (or their equivalents).

•     Design skills to generate print materials with existing templates.

•     Familiarity with concepts, practices and procedures of non-profit, social service, educational and community development sectors

•     Innovative thinker

•     A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently

•     Collaborative relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to “manage by influence”

•     High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels

•     Ability to coach and support other staff, board members, key supporters and program participants as spokespersons

•     Passion for Bethel’s mission

Competitive compensation and benefits package. To be discussed at time of interview.

Submit your resume, personal cover letter, three references and salary requirements to Ms. Sara Spoonheim, Senior Director of External Relations (Bethel New Life, 4950 W. Thomas St., Chicago, IL 60651 or sspoonheim@bethelnewlife.org with “Director of Communications – BSN” in the subject line.)

 

38.)  Social Media Strategist, Bader Rutter & Associates, Chicago, Illinois

 

Job Overview      Are you interested in how today’s businesses use social media to engage their audiences? Do you know social media platforms inside and out?

Job Description   We are looking for a passionate individual to work with our clients on developing and fostering social communities.The Social Media Specialist’s primary responsibility will be to serve as a social media channel expert to contribute to the growing social presence of a number of our agriculture based clients.

Responsibilities:

•     Act as social media channel expert on assigned client teams

•     Assist our Public Relations, Account Management and Creative departments in researching, managing and executing social media initiatives

•     Stay in-touch with the latest developments in social media landscape and update internal client teams as necessary

•     Contribute to social media planning processes and meetings where appropriate

•     Assist with the development of agency proposals/plans to client

•     Support account executives in social media monitoring and analytics process

•     Be knowledgeable about assigned client’s markets, brands, products and target audiences

•     Perform other duties as assigned by the group leader

Job Qualifications      Requirements:

•     Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of proven social media and/or public relations experience.

•     This person will work with several, agriculture based clients in the B2B space, but candidates with extensive B2C social media experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits We are a growing company and have been named one of the “Top 100 Workplaces” in Southeast Wisconsin for the past three years. We offer great work-life balance, competitive wage/benefits package including medical, 401k and convenient Brookfield location. As an agency we value our people and offer many wellness initiatives and social events including regular on-site yoga, massage days and various team-oriented activities.

How To Apply      Please apply here: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA3/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BADERRUTTER&cws=1&rid=155

 

39.)  Marketing Coordinator, WIS Television, Columbia, South Carolina

http://wdam.careers.adicio.com/jobs/detail/50867587/1

 

***  From Jean Medina:

 

Hello Ned-

 

Airlines for America, the trade association for the largest U.S. passenger and cargo carriers, has two job openings. Both are based in D.C.

 

Best regards,

Jean

40.)  Managing Director, Airline Industry Public Relations and Communications, Airlines for America, Washington, DC

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversee communications – both proactive and responsive–relative to airline industry and operations to promote and protect the image and reputation of the airline industry including media relations, executive communications and third-party supporters. Be both strategic and opportunistic in promoting the industry. Role includes development of messaging, communications materials, operations support, social media and testimony support.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

•           Develop and execute proactive communications plan in support of key safety, security and operations objectives and the A4A strategic plan. Design programs that increase visibility and enhance image of the airline industry with key opinion leaders, the media and travelers.

•           Lead media relations outreach including developing media strategies for significant announcements; press releases, message maps, Q&As and briefing documents; prepping/media training executives and responding to media questions/requests. Utilize traditional and new/social media.

•           Develop and manage issues/crisis management communications, serving as a spokesperson. Represent the views of the media to A4A leadership; assist in shaping responses to complex issues, including operations, labor, safety and security as well as marketing and industry business initiatives.

•           Monitor industry news; identify emerging customer, business, operations, safety and security issues to proactively prepare for.

•           Lead communications on airline operations issues relative to the environment.

•           Be familiar with all relevant media; develop and maintain appropriate relationships with media and other key groups.

•           Oversee executive communications, which includes hands-on support of members of senior management, in the development of speeches and presentations. Seek out strategic/thought leadership speaking and conference opportunities for senior management and promote those events.

•           Function as part of a strong team, providing support in other areas, including Hill communications and social media and measurement.

•           On a rotating basis with others in the department, produce a weekly newsletter for A4A employees, highlighting progress against the A4A strategic plan and other relevant topics.

•           On a rotating basis with others in the department, produce a weekly newsletter for members, media, Hill and other third parties highlighting key industry issues and A4A initiatives.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

•           BA in communications, journalism or related field.

•           Ability to write and speak in a direct, concise manner.

•           Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

•           8-10 years previous experience including experience writing press releases, message points, op-eds and speeches.

•           Major commercial airline experience preferred.

•           Excellent Microsoft Office skills.

•           Understanding of social media.

 

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

Airline travel privileges, tuition reimbursement plan and 401k with matching contributions; choice of medical plans, plus free life, dental and vision coverage.

REPORTS TO:     Sr. Vice President, Communications

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Communications

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@airlines.org attention JOA #12-11.

 

41.)  Managing Director, Government and Regulatory Communications, Airlines for America, Washington, DC

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversee communications—both proactive and responsive–relative to government affairs, regulatory and policy to promote and protect the image and reputation of the airline industry including media relations, executive communications and third-party supporters. Be both strategic and opportunistic in promoting the industry. Role includes development of messaging, communications materials, government affairs support, social media and testimony support.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

•           Develop and execute proactive communications plan in support of legislative, regulatory and policy objectives and the A4A strategic plan. Design programs that increase visibility and enhance image of the airline industry with key opinion leaders, legislative leaders, the media and travelers.

•           Lead media relations outreach including developing media strategies for significant announcements; press releases, message maps, Q&As and briefing documents; prepping/media training executives and responding to media questions/requests. Utilize traditional and new/social media.

•           Develop and manage issues/crisis management communications, serving as a spokesperson. Represent the views of the media to A4A leadership; assist in shaping responses to complex issues, including legal, legislative and regulatory matters.

•           Monitor Hill activity and news, identify emerging policy, regulatory, tax and legislative issues to proactively prepare for.

•           Lead communications on legislative and regulatory issues related to the environment.

•           Be familiar with all relevant media; develop and maintain appropriate relationships with media and other key groups.

•           Oversee executive communications, which includes hands-on support of members of senior management, in the development of speeches and presentations. Seek out strategic/thought leadership speaking and conference opportunities for senior management and promote those events.

•           Function as part of a strong team, providing support in other areas, including operations communications and social media measurement.

•           On a rotating basis with others in the department, produce a weekly newsletter for A4A employees, highlighting progress against the A4A strategic plan and other relevant topics.

•           On a rotating basis with others in the department, produce a weekly newsletter for members, media, Hill and other third parties highlighting key industry issues and A4A initiatives.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

•           BA in communications, journalism or related field.

•           Ability to write and speak in a direct, concise manner.

•           Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

•           8-10 years previous experience including experience writing press releases, message points, op-eds and speeches.

•           Previous communications experience on Capitol Hill and experience with Hill media.

•           Excellent Microsoft Office skills.

•           Understanding of social media.

 

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

Airline travel privileges, tuition reimbursement plan and 401k with matching contributions; choice of medical plans, plus free life, dental and vision coverage.

REPORTS TO:     Sr. Vice President, Communications

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Communications

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@airlines.org attention JOA #12-10.

 

***  JOTW Weekly alternative selection(s):

 

42.)  Gum Taster, Kraft Foods, UK

 

Imagine getting paid to chew gum!

 

Do what you love and get paid for it

•Get your teeth into our latest innovations

•Be there at the start of our next global brand

•Put your love for confectionary to good use

•Make your friends green with envy when you tell them what you do

 

Walk into any supermarket, newsagents or garage forecourt and you’ll see our delicious brands everywhere. You could have the incredible satisfaction of being the person who tries out the tweaks and twiddles we make to give them an even better taste. Or who helps us perfect and launch an entirely new product all over the world.

 

Your one glorious aim is to taste our confectionary products and give us objective, honest feedback – with up to ten a day to whet your palette. After each one you’ll write feedback and then come together with a team of panellists to share your opinions and collaborate to reach an agreement on taste.

 

We currently have openings on panels running either Tue, Wed & Thu 12.15 pm – 2:45pm or Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu – total of 14 hours a week: 5 -7 pm on request + rest of the hours off-site

 

Qualifications

 

No previous experience is required, but we do ask that you live within easy commuting distance to Reading and have a genuine interest in a wide variety of foods, especially gum & candy! Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate effectively as part of a team are vital.

 

We’ll train you in the right methods and words to use in the role but you need to bring:

•a passion for confectionary and taste buds for detection.

•a firm grasp of the English language.

•to be eager to try new and inventive products.

•a sociable, communicative personality to build great relationships with your panel.

•honesty when it comes to giving your opinion.

•basic level of IT literacy

 

Applicants will be screened against and selected on tasting ability. For this reason, we ask candidates to attend 4 (2hrs) screening sessions to include a informal interview (a small non-financial incentive will be offered on completion).

 

Basic salary equivalent to an hourly pay rate of circa £8.90/hour.

 

So, why join? Along with this tasty opportunity, comes a whole host of other perks, like a great benefits package and some lovely on-site facilities to boot. Find out more and apply…

 

http://kraftfoods.taleo.net/careersection/kfe_pro_eu_stg1_v1/jobdetail.ftl?job=168522&src=JB-10515

 

43.)  GumBuster franchises available, GumBusters USA, Brooklyn, NY

 

Imagine getting paid to get rid of gum!

 

According to the latest published figures, over 50 million sticks of gum are chewed everyday and most of that is disposed of improperly. Just look down the next time you are walking on a street, by a shopping mall, near a hospital, a movie theater or are in a public place. Those disgusting black spots are gum. Gum pollution is everywhere!

 

Can you imagine the demand for a system that removes chewing gum from almost any surface, concrete to carpet, indoors or out? Every landlord, management business  or facilities manager who cares about the appearance of their building values this service. GumBusters is the latest innovation in the ever growing $50 billion dollar cleaning & maintenance industry. Double digit increases are expected through 2010 with projected growth topping $90 billion dollars annually. This opportunity could be yours!

 

To learn more about GumBusters call toll free 866-U-GOT-GUM (866-846-8486) for a free brochure or register at http://gumbusters.com/bgcontactform.htm

 

http://www.gumbusters.com/

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report:

 

05.09.2012: 0053 UTC : Posn: 06:11N – 002:56E, Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria.

A large group of heavily armed pirates boarded a drifting chemical tanker. The crew shut down / disabled all machinery and retreated into the citadel and contacted their owners / CSO for help. Upon receipt of this distress message the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre contacted the Nigerian authorities and foreign Naval forces to try and assistance the crew and vessel. The Nigerian authorities despatched a helicopter which located the vessel and a warship arrived at the location and rescued the 23 crew members and vessel safely. The vessel was escorted by the warship to a safe anchorage.

 

16.08.2012: 0400 UTC: Posn: 04:45S – 011:49E, Pointe Noire Anchorage, The Congo.

Unnoticed robbers boarded an anchored supply ship and broke into various store rooms, stole ship’s stores and properties and escaped. The theft was noticed by the duty crew on security rounds. Incident reported to Port Authority.

 

04.09.2012: 0430 LT: Kabil Port, Batam, Indonesia.

Four robbers boarded a berthed chemical tanker and entered the engine room where a duty motorman noticed and challenged them. One of the robbers pushed and hit the motorman who then retreated into the engine control room, locked himself, raised alarm and informed the D/O. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped. Coast guard informed and they came onboard for investigation.

 

02.09.2012: 0515 LT: Posn: 00:13.35S – 117:35.18E, Muara Berau Anchorage, Samarinda, Indonesia.

Five robbers in a speed boat approached and boarded an anchored bulk carrier awaiting cargo operations. They broke into the paint store and boatswain store and stole ship stores and properties. C/O noticed the robbers on the forecastle deck and raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm and seeing crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the stolen items in their waiting boat. Vessel made several attempts to contact port control but received no response.

 

19.08.2012: 0230 LT: Posn: 00:57.05N – 103:39.20E, Selat Durian, Indonesia.

Four masked robbers in a small boat armed with guns and knives approached and boarded a tug towing a barge underway. They took hostage all crew members, tied them up and stole vessel’s cash, properties, crew cash and personal belongings and escaped. The crew managed to free themselves and the Capt reported the incident to POCC Singapore.

 

31.08.2012: 0415 LT: Posn: 01:42.8N – 101:27.9E, Dumai Anchorage, Indonesia.

Three robbers armed with long knives approached and boarded an anchored Wood Chip Carrier. The robbers took hostage the O/S on duty. Another duty A/B who saw the incident informed the D/O. Alarm raised and crew alerted. The shore security onboard the vessel managed to speak to the robbers and convinced them to free the O/S. All crew safe and nothing was stolen.

 

28.08.2012: 2015 LT: Posn: 00:15.4S – 117:35.9E, Muara Berau Anchorage, Samarinda, Indonesia.

Robbers boarded a bulk carrier at anchor and stole ship’s stores. The robbery was noticed by a crew member when he saw a person jumping overboard and a boat picking him up. Upon inspection it was noticed that the forward storeroom door was forced open to allow access into the store.

 

28.08.2012: 0300 LT: 06:00N – 001:16E, Lome Anchorage, Togo.

Armed pirates boarded and hijacked an anchored product tanker. The Togo Navy received a distress call and dispatched a patrol boat which intercepted the tanker which was already underway. Orders to stop the vessel were ignored and the pirates opened fire at the patrol boat. The patrol boat returned fire. The tanker proceeded into neighbouring country’s waters and escaped. The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre informed all authorities in the region and broadcast a warning to ships in the area to look out for the vessel and report any sightings. A search by air and sea was carried out. On 30.08.2012 the pirates released the tanker. The crew and tanker are safe and proceeded to a safe port.

 

18.08.2012: 2310 LT: 05:50N – 001:14E, Lome Anchorage, Togo.

Around 16 pirates armed with machine guns boarded a product tanker drifting in the anchorage area. The pirates hijacked the tanker and sailed her to an unknown location. They damaged the ship’s communication equipment, the speed boats, rescue boat, engines and the ships loading computer. The ship’s funnel was repainted, name changed and IMO number removed. During the cargo stealing into another vessel the hull was damaged and prior to departing the pirates stole crew cash and personal belongings along with hand held radios, printers, scanners, anti piracy and safety equipment. No injuries to crew. The tanker was released on 23.08.2012.

 

06.08.2012: 0050 UTC: Posn: 06:03N – 001:16E, 4nm SW of Lome Breakwater, Lome Anchorage, Togo.

Eight robbers in a wooden craft approached and attempted to board an anchored chemical tanker using a long pole with a hook. Alert watch keepers spotted the robbers and raised the alarm. All crew mustered. Seeing crew alertness the robbers aborted the boarding attempt and moved away. Master reported the incident to Togo navy and a patrol boat came to the location and searched the area.

 

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