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JOTW 01-2016
January 4, 2016
This is JOTW newsletter number 1,637
“The play’s the thing in which we’ll catch the conscience . . .”
William Shakespeare
*** Welcome to the JOTW network.
This issue of JOTW comes to you from Auburndale, Massachusetts. This is the shortest issue of JOTW in more than 15 years… in part because of being on vacation, and in part because of keyboard issues. Please note that I am planning some major improvements to JOTW in 2016. I hope you like them, and I hope I like them,, too.
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*** This week’s Can’t Wait postings:
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*** This week’s Top Job:
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*** In this issue:
*** One Paragraph Pitch
1.). Marketing Copywriter, AOPA, Frederick, MD
2.). Project Manager – Web, AOPA, Frederick, MD
3.). Marketing & Communications Manager, China Telecom Americas, Herndon, VA
4.). Communications Advisor, The Brookings Institution, Washington, DC
5.). IT Communication Specialist, Experis, Washington, DC
6.). Director, Communications and Public Relations, Munson Medical Center, Traverse City, Michigan
- )Manager, Digital Communications, Murphy USA, El Dorado, AR
8.) Internal Communications Specialist, Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc., Westminster, CO
9.). Communications Manager, EDENS, Bethesda, Maryland
10.). Director of Marketing and Communications, The Everglades Foundation, Palmetto Bay, Florida
11.). Manager, Communications (Finance & Services), University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
12.). Director of PR & Social Media, National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), Carlsbad, California
13.). Publicist, Minerva Project Inc., San Francisco, California
*** Weekly Piracy Report
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*** One Paragraph Pitch:
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*** Send your One Paragraph Pitch submissions to lundquist989@cs.com. You can pitch yourself or your business anyway you want, as long as it’s short and to the point. You can include a photo, too! There is no waiting list. And it’s free! Submit yours today!
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Find out all you need to know to get started on the path to global recognition on the Gold Quill Awards website.
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*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
January 27-30, 2016, Bucharest, Romania
*** Your Very Next Step!
The November / December issue of YVNS newsletter is now posted at
*** Here are the JOTW job opportunities for this week:
*** From Kate Updike:
- Marketing Copywriter, AOPA, Frederick, MD
Position Description:
The Marketing Copywriter is an experienced professional and is responsible for composing and/or editing internal and external written, spoken or printed communications for AOPA. This individual reports to the Brand Creative of Marketing while working closely with other departments, and is accountable for the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of AOPA Marketing and Communication to create a cohesive brand communication that supports the organizations mission and values.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with various individuals throughout the organization to support crafting written messages to a wide variety of audiences.
- The ability to evaluate audience and purpose of copy based on direction from various sources.
- Present drafts, and concepts to the internal creative team.
- Vary language and tone of messages based on audience and purpose.
- Develop various campaigns for a wide range of internal clients, working with the creative team to determine the best way to present information.
- Writes and/or edits copy for the Internet, website and any other digital marketing and communications medium.
- Writes and/or edits copy for all brochures, flyers, handout, folders or other printed materials.
- Review advertising trends, and other data regarding marketing and communications to determine the best way to promote AOPA and the aviation lifestyle.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in, Marketing, Communications Business, or another related field.
- Must have at least 3 years experience as a marketing copywriter.
- Must have at least 3 years in high volume employer.
- Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills, including news, business and persuasive writing.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills including proven effectiveness in one-on-one, and in team environments.
- Strong history of quickly building relationships, gaining credibility and partnering with department leaders and peers.
- Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple, complex projects in varying stages of development under time pressure and deadlines.
- Excellent internet search, navigation techniques required.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong MS Office skills.
- Aviation Experience a plus.
To apply for this position with Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) please visit our Career page on our website OR click on the following link – https://host8.ivantagehost.com/AO1913CSS/default.aspx?Requisition=159
AOPA offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects how much we care about our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement; short-term and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; a wellness program; flexibility in work hours; and paid holidays.
And … although not all AOPA employees are pilots, we offer the opportunity for our employees to obtain a private pilot certificate for free. We also provide continued assistance to help employees maintain their flight proficiency.
AOPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
- Project Manager – Web, AOPA, Frederick, MD
The Project Manager – Web is a key member of the User Experience team, managing the entire life cycle of projects from initiation to closure. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely and quality delivery of projects, effective communication to team members and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, and identifying, communicating and mitigating possible risks along the way. Application of current project management standards is expected.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, coordinate, and track activities related to assigned projects;
- Manage project budget, as appropriate;
- Define and coordinate resources;
- Assist with departmental strategic planning;
- Work with third party agencies and suppliers to jointly scope, manage and deliver projects, when appropriate;
- Gather and document business and technical requirements;
- Manage full Web project cycle within approved management software (Jira, Advantage), including workflow assignment, ticket creation and tracking, sprint planning, milestone planning, resource assignments, and stakeholder approval;
- Create, manage, and communicate project plans, including: schedules, resources, and budget;
- Identify, track, and manage all risks to the project; know when to delegate upwards and raise the alarm at the right time, to the right people when issues occur;
- Draft, distribute, and manage project communications, including project initiation documents, meeting notes, decision register, status reports, etc.;
- Assures quality Web/Digital solutions by developing and completing test plans; maintaining project and technical documentation;
- Work closely with the IT Project Management Office to determine priorities, coordinate scheduling, and secure resource availability.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or professional certificate in project management, PMP preferred but not required. At least three years’ experience in project management in multiple project, multiple discipline Ability to stay abreast of web technology developments; bring creative and technical judgement to each project. Understand the workings and needs of the Web and digital marketing; have a good understanding of the AOPA brand –definitions, core characteristics, how it should and shouldn’t behave. Previous experience with managing web/creative development is strongly preferred.
Position requires strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of stakeholders, flexibility to handle changing and multiple priorities, as well good interpersonal skills across departments. Reports to the User Experience Manager.
To apply for this position with Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) please visit our Career page on our website OR click on the following link – https://host8.ivantagehost.com/AO1913CSS/default.aspx?Requisition=160
AOPA offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects how much we care about our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement; short-term and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; a wellness program; flexibility in work hours; and paid holidays.
And … although not all AOPA employees are pilots, we offer the opportunity for our employees to obtain a private pilot certificate for free. We also provide continued assistance to help employees maintain their flight proficiency.
AOPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
- Marketing & Communications Manager, China Telecom Americas, Herndon, VA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=161317860
- Communications Advisor, The Brookings Institution, Washington, DC
http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/position/2015/com15210
- IT Communication Specialist, Experis, Washington, DC
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=161689209
- Director, Communications and Public Relations, Munson Medical Center, Traverse City, Michigan
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/26345143
- )Manager, Digital Communications, Murphy USA, El Dorado, AR
http://jobview.monster.com/Manager-Digital-Communications-Job-El-Dorado-AR-US-161702802.aspx
8.))Internal Communications Specialist, Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc., Westminster, CO
9.). Communications Manager, EDENS, Bethesda, Maryland
10.). Director of Marketing and Communications, The Everglades Foundation, Palmetto Bay, Florida
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/26009751
11.). Manager, Communications (Finance & Services), University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/26326635/
12.). Director of PR & Social Media, National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), Carlsbad, California
https://namm.applicantpro.com/jobs/319238.html
13.). Publicist, Minerva Project Inc., San Francisco, California
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/26415181
*** Your weekly JOTW alternative selections:
None this week.
*** Weekly Piracy Report:
242-15 19.12.2015: 0430 LT: Posn: 14:35N – 120:49E, Manila Anchorage, Philippines.
Robbers boarded an anchored container ship unnoticed, stole ship’s properties and escaped. The incident was discovered later in the day.
241-15 27.12.2015: 2200 LT: Posn: 03:43.5S-114:25.8E, Taboneo Anchorage, Indonesia.
Four robbers approached an anchored bulk carrier. One robber attempted to board the vessel via the hawse pipe but was spotted by the alert crew who raised the alarm. Seeing the alerted crew the robbers aborted and moved away.
240-15 24.12.2015: 0800 LT: Posn: 22:46N – 070:02E, Kandla Anchorage, India.
Robbers boarded an anchored tanker unnoticed, stole ship’s properties and escaped. The incident was discovered later in the day.
*** Ball cap of the week: A&R
*** Coffee Mug of the week: Destroyer Squadron 21
*** Sweatshirt of the week: U.S. Naval Academy
*** Musical guest artist of the week: Boys like girls
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