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You lost me at hello.
How to win their attention in the first 7 seconds.
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JOTW 29-2015
July 20, 2015
This is JOTW newsletter number 1,615
“No single event can awaken within us a stranger totally unknown to us. To live is to be slowly born. It would be a bit too easy if we could go about borrowing ready-made souls.”
– Antoine de Saint-Exupery
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*** One Paragraph Pitch
1.) Marketing and Digital Communications Manager, National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation, Dulles, VA
2.) Management Supervisor – PR, MARC USA, Pittsburgh, PA
3.) Web Content Specialist, ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families, Washington, DC
4.) Director of External Relations, Collier Youth Services, Wickatunk, NJ
5.) Sr. Director, Executive Communications, The American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC
6.) Account Manager to SVP, experience level depending, Daly Gray, Inc., Herndon, VA
7.) Public Relations Manager, YMCA of the USA, Oak Forest, Illinois
8.) CLS Seeks Managing Associate of Digital, CSL, Washington, DC
9.) Director, Program Development (Full Time), Ocean Conservancy, Washington, DC
10.) Health Communications Manager (1500002212), ICF International, Rockville, MD
11.) Manager or Senior Manager, Product Communications, Novo Nordisk Inc., Plainsboro, NJ
12.) SPEECHWRITER, Minority staff, Senate Budget Committee, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC
13.) Marketing Communications Writer, McCormick Taylor, Philadelphia, PA
14.) Communications Manager, Transworld Systems Inc., Horsham, PA
15.) Communications Coordinator, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
16.) COORDINATOR OF AUDIENCE RESEARCH, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
17.) Vice President of Communications, American Financial Services Association, Washington, D.C.
18.) Public Relations Coordinator/Writer, Zakat Foundation of America (ZF), Bridgeview, IL
19.) Public Relations Manager, American Society of Safety Engineers, Park Ridge, Ill.
20.) Director Communications, Stater Bros. Markets, San Bernardino, California
21.) Media Relations Specialist, Allstate, Palmview, TX
22.) PR Manager, Burton Snowboards, Burlington, VT
23.) Director of Public Relations & Interactive, SeaWorld San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
24.) Media Relations Specialist, Gartner, Austin, TX
25.) Press Secretary, Americans for Responsible Solutions, Washington, DC
26.) Director of External Relations, Wyoming Outdoor Council, Lander, WY
27.) Director, Media Relations, National Retail Federation, Washington, D.C.
28.) Junior Digital PR Specialist, Nebo, Atlanta, Georgia
29.) Manager – Research Communications, City of Hope, Duarte, California
30.) Manager, Marketing and Advertising, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island
31.) Marketing Manager, Medical Equipment Auction co., Chicago (western suburbs), Ill.
32.) Regional Press Secretary, Democratic National Committee (DNC), Washington, DC
33.) Vice President of Operations, inVentiv Communications, Newtown, PA
34.) Marketing Communications Specialist, New Penn Financial, PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
35.) Senior Product Manager, Hemophilia Marketing, CSL Behring, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
36.) Editor, Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services (IIS), Lawton, OK
37.) Director of Community Outreach and Communications, Harmony Public Schools, Houston, TX
38.) Outreach and Communications Coordinator, Chatham Community Library, Chatham County, Pittsboro, NC
39.) Communications Manager, International Sign Association, Alexandria, VA
40.) Marketing & Outreach Officer, Bean’s Cafe, Inc., Anchorage, AK
41.) Communications Specialist, Tennessee Medical Association, Nashville, Tennessee
42.) Director of Institutional Communications, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
43.) FALL PRESS INTERN, Senator Charles E. Schumer, Washington, DC
44.) Marketing Manager, Professional Bull Riders, Pueblo, CO
45.) Communications Coordinator, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Fort Collins, CO
45.) Marketing Communications Specialist, Tendril, Boulder, CO
46.) MET Director, Communications (PR, Social Media, Corporate), YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta Inc., Atlanta, GA
47.) Experienced PR Executive/Media Relations Specialist, Jeff Dezen Public Relations, Greenville, South Carolina
48.) Media Relations Manager, Wayne County Airport Authority (Detroit Metro & Willow Run Airports)
Detroit, MI
49.) Yoga, Spinning and Zumba Instructors wanted!! (local candidates only), Kinema Fitness, Schaumburg, IL
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*** You lost me at hello.
How to win their attention in the first 7 seconds.
You have a chance opportunity to speak to that busy executive you’ve been trying to influence. Or you’re about to make that make-or-break it presentation to your senior executives or client.
You have seven seconds to win their attention.
Once the hook is set, you must deliver something interesting and worthwhile so they won’t think their time with you was wasted.
What do you say?
From Communitelligence Inc. (http://www.communitelligence.com/)
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*** Measure Up: Effective Communication and Engagement Research
23 July–20 August 2015, 9–10 a.m. PDT / 12–1 p.m. EDT, weekly web session
Presenter: Susan Walker, ABC
Effective research and measurement is a business imperative and gives communicators an invaluable tool to validate their activities, budget and resources. In this workshop, you’ll learn to work in partnership with external suppliers, carry out your own research effectively, and add measurement techniques to your own career portfolio.
The U.K.’s leading expert in employee research, Susan Walker, ABC, will lead the workshop. For years, Walker has worked in the areas of communication and research, and has even written a book on the subject, Engagement and Communication Research: Measurement, Strategy, Action, based on her work with organizations like the BBC, The Open University, Honda, BP and Deutsche Bank. Walker has written articles and presented papers at global events in India, New York, Dubai, Moscow and more.
Career levels: Foundation, Generalist/specialist, Strategic adviser
To find out more and to register, visit our website.
https://www.iabc.com/measure-up/
*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
August 1-8, East Lansing, Mich.
August 10-16, Prince Rupert / Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
August 17-19, San Diego, Calif.
August 30, Monterey, Caluf.
August 22-28, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
September 30-3 October, Tokyo, Japan
October 28-29, San Juan, Puerto Rico
*** Your Very Next Step!
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http://www.yourverynextstep.com/2015/07/20/your-very-next-step-newsletter-for-july-august-2015/
*** Let’s get to the jobs!
1.) Marketing and Digital Communications Manager, National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation, Dulles, VA
CFC: Created and Owned by America’s Electric Cooperative Network
Here is your chance to work for a financial services company dedicated to rural America that offers a fast-paced challenging environment with the benefits of a collaborative team! Since its formation in 1969, National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation (or CFC) of Dulles, Virginia has provided loan and investment solutions to rural electric cooperative utilities and their affiliates throughout the United States.
We have a great opportunity in our Corporate Relations Group for a Marketing and Digital Communications Manager. Reporting to the Director, Marketing, this position is responsible for managing integrated marketing and member relations programs for CFC and its members. This position is also responsible for measuring, analyzing and reporting performance of marketing and member outreach campaigns while assessing against the corporate goals.
Essential Functions:
- The Marketing Manager will work on the development, execution and delivery of CFC’s strategic marketing initiatives.
- Develops and implements creative and effective marketing materials to promote CFC’s products, programs and services. Responsible for creating original content including articles, brochures, email, podcasts, presentations, promotional literature, advertisements and Web content (copy, video, audio).
- Work with and support internal contacts (including CRG, SBD and MSG) to deliver on and implement key marketing objectives and create appropriate and supporting outreach and plans to reach target member audiences.
- Develops and monitors metrics to measure marketing and communications effectiveness. Responsible for analytics and reporting. Manages member surveys.
- Manages CFC’s social media strategy, website content, and advertising initiatives. Utilizes digital tools including social networks, video, web applications, podcasts, webcasts and virtual events to promote CFC’s products, services and programs.
- Works with team to develop and manage 100 percent borrower experience, and other “value-added” initiatives.
- Coordinate with internal staff to plan effective communication strategies in a variety of media formats for CFC, NCSC and RTFC that maintain and enhance the organizations’ standing among members.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor of Arts in Business, Marketing, or related field. Master’s degree in business or related field preferred.
- A minimum of six years in marketing, communications or related areas.
- Strong writing, research, brand management and digital communications.
- Electric cooperative, finance or energy industry experience a plus.
- Experience with publishing for the Web and strong knowledge of social media.
Other Requirements:
- Experience in web site content management systems and Adobe creative suite preferred.
- Experience in video creation and editing.
- Experience in communicating effectively through various social media platforms.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a short-term and long-term incentive plan; pension plan; 401(k); medical, dental and vision plans; a generous leave policy, and more – all in a friendly, professional work environment. For additional information, please visit our website at www.nrucfc.coop.
CFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. No Agency Calls Please
https://www.nrucfc.coop/content/cfc/careers_at_cfc/career_opportunities.html
*** From Jake Bezeck:
Hi Ned,
I would like to submit the following job for the JOTW. If you need any additional information please let me know.
Thanks,
JAKE BEZECK
Human Resources Staffing & Recruiting Consultant
MARC USA
Pittsburgh, PA
2.) Management Supervisor – PR, MARC USA, Pittsburgh, PA
http://chj.tbe.taleo.net/chj03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MARCUSA&cws=1&rid=548
3.) Web Content Specialist, ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families, Washington, DC
Summary
The Web Content Specialist will be responsible for helping to develop and maintain consistency of the voice of the organization for all aspects of online and print marketing and communications. In addition to writing, editing, and proofreading site content, this person will also work closely with the digital team to maintain site standards with regard to new content development. The Web Content Specialist will also be responsible for crafting site promotions, email newsletters, and online outreach campaign messaging, with the support of the communications team. The Web Content Specialist will work closely with marketing, development, business development, and communications members of our organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Help develop an actionable content creation strategy, process, presentation and timeline for content use across multiple channels including but not limited to print, digital, web, and social media.
- Work creatively and collaboratively with internal clients to proactively create and revitalize new and existing content
- Work with Communications and Business Development teams to help produce messaging to cultivate audience development and sales generation
- Create and maintain an organizational content inventory
- Publish and maintain written organizational content on website through use of a content management system (CMS)
- Help manage day-to-day activities and content for various social media sites including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
- Research and monitor content related issue tracking and discovery
- Provide input on strategic direction to the Digital Marketing Manager
- Provide quality assurance reviews of content prior to content’s transition to Creative Services
- Evaluate content effectiveness using appropriate metrics to inform strategy and direction
Skills and Experience:
- A minimum of 3-6 years of experience in a related field
- Exceptional writing and organizational storytelling skills and experience
- A strong understanding of digital content
- Familiarity with major social networking platforms in regards to news gathering
- Understanding of and experience with social and digital media (Facebook, Twitter, blogging)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Creativity and an “out of the box” approach, especially in terms of conceiving updates to existing titles combined with strong project management skills
- A passion for driving conversations about the most important issues in the title’s topic area
- Content creation and publications experience (digital, video and/or print) preferred
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to grasp early childhood issues. Must demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret the organization’s message, voice, and tone
- Content management system (CMS) experience a plus
- Knowledge of HTML and/or CSS a plus
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Essential Qualities:
- Encourages and practices critical thinking.
- Is self-reflective and empathic.
- Recognizes the influence of workplace relationships on outcomes and results.
- Maintains a respectful and accepting approach to others.
- Awareness of the influence of the larger context on individual behavior.
- Collaboratively and creatively supports the work efforts of colleagues at all levels in the organization.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in communications, education, marketing or related field.
Physical Requirements
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is frequently required to use finger dexterity as well as sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. Also may need to remain seated for long periods of time, have the ability to perform repetitive motions, and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information. The employee may be required to walk, grasp objects, push or pull objects, bend, squat, reach, stand, or kneel. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for preparing and analyzing data.
Working Conditions
The work conditions described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing this job. The incumbent typically works indoors in a heated and air-conditioned office, with a mixture of natural, incandescent and fluorescent light with low to moderate noise levels.
ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected
Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit your Cover Letter with Salary History and Resume by clicking on the following link:
http://www.dcjobs.com/j/12004522
4.) Director of External Relations, Collier Youth Services, Wickatunk, NJ
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/whmzMGwfT3cp/
5.) Sr. Director, Executive Communications, The American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7331561
*** From Chris Daly:
Ned:
JOTW was given the highest recommendations to me by my peers. Here’s hoping your wonderful site and newsletter can help me find the right person for my firm.
Chris Daly
6.) Account Manager to SVP, experience level depending, Daly Gray, Inc., Herndon, VA
Daly Gray, Inc. (www.dalygray.com), a boutique firm in Herndon, VA (just outside of Washington, D.C. by Dulles Airport), with 30-year history specializing in hotel-specific, B-to-B public relations seeking motivated PR expert with the following qualifications:
- Minimum 5-10 PR experience
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills
- B-to-B background preferred, but not required. IR and B-to-C experience also a plus
- No prima donnas need apply
- Salary/title negotiable depending on experience level
- High advancement opportunity
Contact: Chris Daly, president, chris@dalygray.com or 703-435-6293.
7.) Public Relations Manager, YMCA of the USA, Oak Forest, Illinois
*** From Sam Heitner:
Good afternoon. We have another job posting for JOTW. Hoping you can post.
Many thanks.
Sam
8.) CLS Seeks Managing Associate of Digital, CSL, Washington, DC
Are you a digital strategist who loves to multi-task, leading a number of accounts and projects each day? Does turning the latest cool app or website into a marketable services for clients excite you? Are you able to develop winning ideas for large digital campaigns as well as those on shoe-string budgets? Can you explain what you do to your great-Aunt Sally without using a single buzzword? If these questions are exciting to answer, then you should apply to join the CLS Digital team!
CLS serves a range of clients – including companies, trade associations, foreign governments, international campaigns and organizations as well as major non-profits. Some are in the midst of regulatory and legislative challenges. Others are facing government investigations, litigation or other reputational threats. All are looking for creative digital solutions that intersect business, politics, public policy and/or communications. This year alone, our digital team has overseen multiple high stakes programs in the U.S. as well as several campaigns abroad.
Ideal candidates are articulate, driven, self-starters with the ability to grasp complex subject matter quickly and work well within teams. Individuals should have at least 5+ years of digital experience in a professional work environment. Candidates must possess strong writing and presentation skills, experience in managing social media and online advertising, be adept at monitoring and reporting measurable results to clients and posses the ability to formulate creative strategies and messaging for online campaigns. Agency experience and political campaign/Capitol Hill experience are desirable.
Salary is commensurate with experience and candidates must be willing to occasionally travel for some client work.
Interested applicants should email resume and cover letter to careers@clsstrategies.com or for more information, visit www.clsstrategies.com.
*** From Eileen Ashton:
9.) Director, Program Development (Full Time), Ocean Conservancy, Washington, DC
The Director, Program Development serves as a hub for Ocean Conservancy’s programs, responsible for developing, implementing, and enhancing strategies to support ongoing, annual and long-range planning across all of Ocean Conservancy’s core program areas. The Director will be responsible for orchestrating all of the organization’s major planning processes, including annual work planning and budgeting, development of large grant proposals, and monthly board reporting. This position will be the program liaison with the Development and Finance departments and will support both the Executive and Program Director teams on an on-going basis with the goal of facilitating strong internal communication and alignment, as well as identifying opportunities for streamlining internal processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a non-profit professional looking to deepen his or her understanding of non-profit management and ocean conservation. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience working in the non-profit or conservation field; success in this role will require impeccable interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, as well as resourcefulness and independent initiative.
Full description and application link:
http://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/director-program-development-washington-dc-34056
*** From Jermaine Baker:
JOTW newsletter,
Please post the following job in your weekly newsletter
Thanks,
Jermaine Baker
10.) Health Communications Manager (1500002212), ICF International, Rockville, MD
https://icfi.taleo.net/careersection/icf_prof_ext/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1500002212
*** From Ambre Brown Morley:
Hi Ned,
I’m interested in having an in-office consultancy position posted on your Monday listing. See below and please let me know if you have any questions. I can be contacted directly for this positon.
Thanks so much,
Ambre
Ambre Brown Morley
Senior Director, Product Communications
Diabetes Marketing
Novo Nordisk Inc.
Plainsboro, NJ
Novo Nordisk Inc., Plainsboro, NJ (Princeton)
11.) Manager or Senior Manager, Product Communications, Novo Nordisk Inc., Plainsboro, NJ
This full-time, in-house consultancy position is accountable helping manage the strategy, planning and implementation of Biopharmaceutical (BioPharm) product communications targeting key external and internal stakeholders. This position is a partner to BioPharm brand teams, participating in extended brand team meetings, and providing communications counsel and direction to brand teams and senior leaders, and program specific recommendations (specifically as it relates to Strategic and Tactical Planning). This position also collaborates with the Public Affairs team to ensure close alignment, integration and coordination of related media strategies. This position will lead or co-lead the execution of strategic branded public relations campaigns and tactics, as well as direct the efforts of sizeable teams at public relations agencies to ensure successful program execution and measurement.
Through effective public relations and issues management strategies and tactics, this position assists the Product Communications Team to:
- Enhance visibility/positive image of client and its key brands.
- Improve brand awareness, highlight product messages.
- Condition the market for product entry by helping build allies and scientific/medical case for brand. Create anticipation for new products.
- Proactively and reactively blunt competitive efforts.
- Anticipate and manage key stakeholder perceptions.
- Minimize negative media coverage relative to products.
- Influence public opinion.
- Establish linkages between/among Diabetes & Obesity Marketing, Public Affairs and Business & Leadership Communications to fully leverage product and corporate opportunities.
- Integrate brand/portfolio strategies and objectives into product communications initiatives.
Through these efforts, this position contributes to the achievement of brand and corporate objectives, including attaining sales goals and improving Novo Nordisk’s overall reputation.
Key external relationships include media, BioPharm opinion leaders; professional and patient/consumer third party groups; and public relations agencies.
Job Role:
Product Communications:
- Develop and implement proactive product communications and media relations strategies to support the brand/portfolio business goals and strategies of client. Programs are closely aligned to specific business objectives.
- Drives positive media coverage for assigned products in various media venues to enhance visibility of company and its brands.
- Develops brand message platforms and materials, prepares/coaches internal spokespeople for media interviews and external speaking opportunities; and works with reporters to shape/influence story coverage.
- Cultivates and manages relationships with patients and celebrity ambassadors using NNI brands, contract negotiation, and program management.
- Helps manage product communications budgets; accountable for executing programs within budget parameters. Monitor agency expenses by looking for opportunities to maximize value while minimizing agency costs.
- Follows internal and external procedures in managing contracts. Regularly tracks and reconciles expenses to ensure budget is on track.
- Identifies external resources needed to implement public relations programs; directs agency or consultants in tactical execution of various programs and conducts
reviews/assessments of agency performance twice per year.
- Ensures close coordination with the public affairs unit, ensuring plans are integrated, aligned and coordinated with corporate branding, media relations strategies, etc.
- Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Issues Management:
- Prepares for and manages potential issues around products and related services.
- Develops communications plan around issues, collaborating across work groups to ensure accurate information to the media and consumers.
- Strategizes and collaborates with Public Affairs to ensure effective integration, alignment, and collaboration on execution to minimize impact on overall Company reputation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Position requires a bachelor’s or higher degree in journalism, public relations, English or a related communications discipline.
- At least 8 years of product communications, marketing, media or public relations experience required, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Prior launch experience desirable.
- Proven strategic planning, issues/crisis management skills are essential for this position.
- Strong media relations skills, pre-existing relationships with reporters, patient opinion leaders, are preferred
Contact Ambre Brown Morley at abmo@novonordisk.com about this position.
12.) SPEECHWRITER, Minority staff, Senate Budget Committee, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC
Minority staff for Senate Budget Committee seeks Speechwriter. Primary duties will include drafting and revising speeches (including floor speeches), talking points, opening statements, op-eds and video scripts, as well as conducting research to support high-quality and original speechwriting. The Speechwriter may also assist in the drafting press statements as needed. The Speechwriter will work with the policy staff and communications shop. The speechwriter must be a good team player who is able to work closely across multiple departments to deliver a final product. The ideal candidate is a hard worker who is detail-oriented, self-starting, and has a knack for translating complicated policy into compelling words and ideas. Please provide 3 writing samples, preferably a speech, talking points, and an op-ed. Prior speechwriting experience required; Hill or campaign experience strongly preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
http://www.senate.gov/employment/po/positions.htm
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
13.) Marketing Communications Writer, McCormick Taylor, Philadelphia, PA
https://careers-mccormicktaylor.icims.com/jobs/1104/marketing-communications-writer/job
14.) Communications Manager, Transworld Systems Inc., Horsham, PA
http://chj.tbe.taleo.net/chj06/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=TSI&cws=1&rid=275
15.) Communications Coordinator, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
http://philadelphiazoo.org/About-The-Zoo/Job-Opportunities/Full-Time/Communications-Coordinator.htm
16.) COORDINATOR OF AUDIENCE RESEARCH, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
17.) Vice President of Communications, American Financial Services Association, Washington, D.C.
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7311833/vice-president-of-communications
18.) Public Relations Coordinator/Writer, Zakat Foundation of America (ZF), Bridgeview, IL
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/Mpth84pJ93xd/
19.) Public Relations Manager, American Society of Safety Engineers, Park Ridge, Ill.
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7326835/public-relations-manager
20.) Director Communications, Stater Bros. Markets, San Bernardino, California
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/24537231
21.) Media Relations Specialist, Allstate, Palmview, TX
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/72726834
22.) PR Manager, Burton Snowboards, Burlington, VT
http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24594145
23.) Director of Public Relations & Interactive, SeaWorld San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/24584978
24.) Media Relations Specialist, Gartner, Austin, TX
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/62391795
25.) Press Secretary, Americans for Responsible Solutions, Washington, DC
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/WtGf73xt7ccp
26.) Director of External Relations, Wyoming Outdoor Council, Lander, WY
https://wyomingoutdoorcouncil.org/about/job-opportunities/
27.) Director, Media Relations, National Retail Federation, Washington, D.C.
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7311224/director-media-relations
28.) Junior Digital PR Specialist, Nebo, Atlanta, Georgia
http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24584939
29.) Manager – Research Communications, City of Hope, Duarte, California
http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/24585246
30.) Manager, Marketing and Advertising, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?job=24462656
*** From Yanchee Yang:
Dear Mr./Mrs.,
My name is Yanchee Yang, an intern at Lynn Hazan & Associates. LH&A is an executive search and consulting company specializing in Marketing and Communications placement.
We recently have a job opening. Please help us post it at the Job of The Week. Thank you!
Best Wishes,
Yanchee
Yanchee Yang
Intern, Lynn Hazan & Associates
31.) Marketing Manager, Medical Equipment Auction co., Chicago (western suburbs), Ill.
Would you like to use your marketing expertise to identify domestic and international buyers to grow the customer base? Interested in organizing on – site and online auctions? Highly strategic, creative and insightful in developing new businesses? Here is the job for you…
Chicago area global reseller of medical equipment/products sold in Chicago area, Las Vegas and Fort Lauderdale for worldwide distribution seeks Marketing Manager to grow number of customers. Using a unique business model, our client is the industry market leader with domestic and international customers.
Company Culture:
Informal & relaxed with a can do attitude. Employees are empowered to help out, fueled by the spirit of entrepreneurism.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing
- Working knowledge of Spanish a plus, but not required
- 5 years of marketing experience, preferably targeted marketing including social media
- Proven ability to establish, maintain, and develop relationships
- Demonstrated resourcefulness, creativity, and insight into ways to develop new business
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office with research capabilities using search engines
- Exceptional organizational skills, detail-oriented, and team player
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, ability to “speak the buyer’s language”
- Dynamic and outgoing personality
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop relations with U.S. and international buyers, both current and prospects.
- Market upcoming auctions to medical equipment buyers through various channels including mass e-mails, targeted e-mails, and phone calls.
- Notify buyers of equipment in upcoming sales by communicating auction highlights and catalog availability.
- Represent company at trade shows both domestically and overseas.
- Maintain, update, and utilize buyer database to track buyer information and preferences and conduct more targeted marketing.
- Provide excellent customer service, handle all questions and requests from buyers.
- Assist buyers onsite for inspection on auction days.
- Assist buyers with pick up and shipping questions, including providing recommendations and contact info of shipping companies.
- Manage company website and all forms of social media including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Assist in developing messaging for marketing collateral.
Reports to: VP of Operations
Percentage of Time:
20% Communicate about upcoming events in various US locations & sign up buyers [Auctions held every five weeks]
30% Deal directly with customers; provide information on equipment; coach first time buyers. Send out social media, email blasts and highlights of auction items. Goal: increase number of customers both online and at physical locations. Market events; notify lists using social media; update website content. Write and produce product catalogue, both print and electronic; support company at the auctions. Work directly with resellers and end users.
20% General communications [not event related]. Projects include: website, social media and corporate communications
30% General marketing: identify prospective new buyers; organize and participate in trade shows [domestic and international] and other marketing activities
Requirements:
- Reliable means of transportation to and from work- must have car.
- Pass background check and drug test
- Up to 10% travel required
To Apply:
Forward your resume with samples, salary info and answers to the 10 questions from this link: http://lhazan.com/qa/ to MarketingManager@lhazan.com. Please call 312-863-5401 to confirm receipt.
32.) Regional Press Secretary, Democratic National Committee (DNC), Washington, DC
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
33.) Vice President of Operations, inVentiv Communications, Newtown, PA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=151654247
34.) Marketing Communications Specialist, New Penn Financial, PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
https://careers-newpennfinancial.icims.com/jobs/2295/job
35.) Senior Product Manager, Hemophilia Marketing, CSL Behring, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
http://www.jobtarget.com/link.cfm?c=Fp1r14epVM2W
36.) Editor, Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services (IIS), Lawton, OK
http://jobs.raytheon.com/jobs/editor-job-lawton-oklahoma-1-5590977
37.) Director of Community Outreach and Communications, Harmony Public Schools, Houston, TX
38.) Outreach and Communications Coordinator, Chatham Community Library, Chatham County, Pittsboro, NC
http://www.chathamnc.org/index.aspx?recordid=926&page=44
39.) Communications Manager, International Sign Association, Alexandria, VA
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7288704/communications-manager
40.) Marketing & Outreach Officer, Bean’s Cafe, Inc., Anchorage, AK
http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Bean’s-Cafe,-Inc./jobs/Marketing-Outreach-Officer-7c4538a4ca3e05a9
41.) Communications Specialist, Tennessee Medical Association, Nashville, Tennessee
http://careerhq.asaecenter.org/jobs/7273938/communications-specialist
42.) Director of Institutional Communications, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
http://www.hr.niu.edu/employment/JobDetail.cfm?Job=38733
43.) FALL PRESS INTERN, Senator Charles E. Schumer, Washington, DC
Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid interns in Washington, DC, starting at the end of August/beginning of September. Part-Time interns will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. It is preferable, but not required, if the candidate is available to start at the end of August and can continue work through the fall (November/December). Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press conferences, writing press releases, talking points and memos, conducting research and assisting the Press Staff with the day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should have a general understanding of the governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest in communications. If interested, please send cover letter and resume via email to: SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com.
http://www.senate.gov/employment/po/positions.htm
*** From Andrew Hudson’s Job List:
44.) Marketing Manager, Professional Bull Riders, Pueblo, CO
http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9744,31737,0#j071315_20
45.) Communications Coordinator, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Fort Collins, CO
Since 1988, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) has been creating solutions for bird and habitat conservation through an integrated approach of Science, Education, and Stewardship. Science is the foundation of our work as it collects and interprets the knowledge to help drive conservation action. Education is essential for connecting people of all ages with nature and empowering everyone to make a difference. Through stewardship, we are collaborating with private landowners and public and private land managers to enhance land for the benefit of birds, people and other wildlife. We work across the breeding, wintering and migratory ranges of the birds of the Rockies, Great Plains, Mexico and beyond! Learn more about RMBO at www.rmbo.org.
We are headquartered in Brighton, Colorado, with a satellite office in Fort Collins and several staff members working out of partner offices in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota and North Dakota. RMBO supports nearly 50 full-time team members and contract positions, as well as 50-plus seasonal staff members. Our annual budget is more than $4 million and we have doubled in size in the last five years. We collaborate with more than 200 federal, state, university and other non-government partners. In late summer, RMBO will be rebranding to Bird Conservancy of the Rockies.
RMBO is seeking a versatile, experienced communications professional with strong writing, editing, public relations and organizational skills to promote the organization and its mission. The Communications Coordinator manages the daily communications of RMBO and produces publications and content in both print and online formats.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
*Reviews, updates and implements organizational communications plan
*Prepares and works within annual communications budget
*Ensures elements of brand (such as name, logo and slogan) both align with mission and also are incorporated consistently and appropriately across communication tools; leads implementation of new brand
*Produces annual report, print newsletters and e-newsletters
*Reviews and updates brochures and other publications as needed
*Keeps website updated, develops blog posts and posts content regularly to Facebook and other social media
*Writes appeal, thank you and other member- and donation- focused letters and coordinates participation in Colorado Gives Day
*Manages membership database and ensures donor acknowledge letters/tax receipts are sent in timely manner
*Assists staff in recruiting people for citizen science, naturalist and other volunteer programs, educational programs and other activities
*Develops news releases, radio spots and media pitches to disseminate to media and partners to convey RMBO stories, results and events
*Coordinates and promotes events, leads planning of annual picnic and keeps outreach materials, booth, and displays current and available
*Assists Executive Director, Development Director and other staff with editing and formatting updates, proposals and reports
*Develops and maintains partnerships with other organizations and vendors
*Represents RMBO in a professional manner at meetings and other activities
*Serves on Marketing committee of the Scientific Cultural Collaborative
*Stays apprised of conservation issues
Qualifications:
Competency Requirements:
*Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, accurate and informative copy, often from technical source material
*Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines
*Experience developing and managing content for websites (WordPress) and social media sites (Facebook and Twitter)
*Experience with page design and layout
*Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and experience with Adobe products (Photoshop and InDesign), email marketing platforms (Constant Contact) and databases (Donor Perfect)
*Strong public and interpersonal communications skills
*Commitment to environmental conservation
*Knowledge of birds, biology and other nature-related disciplines preferred
Education/Experience:
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, communications or a related field, with advanced degree preferred, plus a minimum of 5 years related experience.
Terms of Employment:
The Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Development and Executive Directors. Salary is in the range of $40,000-$50,000, depending on experience. This is a full-time regular, exempt position. RMBO offers generous paid time off and holidays, a Simple IRA match, and health, dental and vision insurance. This position is based out of RMBO’s office in Fort Collins, CO. Some travel within the Front Range, including Brighton and Denver, is a requirement of this position. RMBO is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary: $40-50K
Application Deadline: 07/31/2015
Send cover letter, resume, three references and three work samples in a single document by email to Erica Grasmick, Communications Assistant, at erica.grasmick@rmbo.org by July 31, 2015.
http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9744,31741,0&S=ioonsioruwr#j071315_3
45.) Marketing Communications Specialist, Tendril, Boulder, CO
http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9744,31737,0#j071315_24
46.) MET Director, Communications (PR, Social Media, Corporate), YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta Inc., Atlanta, GA
47.) Experienced PR Executive/Media Relations Specialist, Jeff Dezen Public Relations, Greenville, South Carolina
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/62325670
48.) Media Relations Manager, Wayne County Airport Authority (Detroit Metro & Willow Run Airports)
Detroit, MI
http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24563490
*** Your weekly JOTW alternative selections:
49.) Yoga, Spinning and Zumba Instructors wanted!! (local candidates only), Kinema Fitness, Schaumburg, IL
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*** Weekly Piracy Report:
135-15 09.05.2015: 0300 LT: Posn: 01:04N – 103:40E, Around 3.8nm SW of Pulau Takong Kecil, Indonesia.
Duty oiler onboard a bulk carrier underway spotted four robbers armed with long knives in the engine room. He immediately retreated and informed the Master who in turn raised the alarm and crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped without stealing anything. VTIS Singapore informed. A search was carried out throughout the ship and found that the padlock to the funnel door was broken and the door was open. At 0706 LT, the Singapore Coast Guard boarded the ship for investigation.
134-15 23.04.2015: 0415 LT: Posn: 01:16.85N – 104:11.35E, Around 3.4nm SSW of Tanjung Ayam, Johor, Malaysia.
Duty wiper onboard a product tanker enroute to Singapore noticed two robbers armed with knives entering the engine room workshop. He immediately informed the C/E who informed the Master. Alarm raised. Upon sounding of the alarm the C/E saw five robbers leaving the engine room. Crew mustered and a search was carried out. The robbers had stolen generator spares before escaping. The incident was reported to VTIS Singapore. At 1010 LT, the Singapore Coast Guard boarded the tanker for investigation.
133-15 22.04.2015: 0330 LT: Posn: 01:15.4N – 104:02.2E, Around 4nm North of Batam Island, Indonesia.
While underway, five robbers were spotted in the engine room. Alarm raised and crew alerted. Seeing the alerted crew the robbers escaped empty handed. All crew safe.
132-15 19.05.2015: 0410 LT: Posn: 04:08.0N – 099:54.2E (Around 13nm NW of Pulau Jarak, Malaysia), Malacca Straits.
While underway, seven pirates armed with knives boarded a product tanker. As they entered the bridge they assaulted the 2/O resulting in minor injuries. They stole crew belongings and cash. Master reported that the pirates inquired about the loaded cargo before escaping.
131-15 11.07.2015: 1230 LT: Posn: 10:10N – 107:05E, Vung Tau Anchorage, Vietnam.
Unnoticed robber boarded an anchored product tanker, stole ship’s stores and escaped. The incident was noticed later in the day and reported to the Authorities.
*** Ball cap of the week: Airborne Laser Mine Detection System – Northrop Grumman
*** Coffee Mug of the week: Hidden Valley Scout Reservation
*** Polo-shirt of the week: National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors
*** Musical guest artist of the week: Shorty Long
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