Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

This position will coordinate all direct sales activities relative to those existing / prospective accounts found within the assigned area of responsibility. Makes regular contact with existing accounts and prospects continuing to perform discovery, increase understanding of the customer/prospect business model, learning what would qualify as true value offerings. Then utilizing Sonoco resources bring forth those value offerings to the customer / prospect. The foremost focus remains on increased profitable sales growth with new and existing accounts to increase our market share striving to enhance Sonoco’s overall position in all our served and potential markets. The position may require acting as National Manager for specific accounts that span regions. Their responsibility is to take a leadership position to coordinate the activities of these multiple location accounts through the local Sonoco representatives handling these separate locations. This coordination will require clear and concise communication skills and the ability to give a measurable path to achieve profitable sales growth and increase our market share.

What you will be doing:

• Prepares and maintains updated account plans for major accounts and prospective accounts found within assigned area of responsibility.
• Provides marketing with input for use in developing strategic plans and develops account plans that are consistent with overall division strategies.
• Implements and coordinates activities relative to each account plan and monitors each plan for effectiveness.
• Provides appropriate personnel with progress reports covering each account plan on a regular basis.
• Establishes and monitors closely a call plan for all customers and prospective customers within assigned area of responsibility and implements changes as required.
• Monitors closely all activity at each customer and prospective customer location and reports on expansions, closings, business trends and all other factors impacting volume levels.
• Maintains detailed customer files (share, relative quality, relative price, specifications, contacts, competitor, etc.) on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains up to date information with regard to gross margins for all major accounts and makes pricing recommendations as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains multi level contacts at all major existing and prospective accounts.
• Communicates all pertinent information involving assigned accounts and prospective accounts to appropriate personnel through reports of call.
• Seeks out and promotes new product and service offerings as well as new uses for existing product lines and potential candidates for acquisition.
• Develops and maintains territory sales funnel for prospective new business.
• Provides immediate supervisor with sales projections for products and customers within assigned area of responsibility for use in developing sales budgets.
• Investigates promptly and accurately customer complaints and coordinates the resolution of these complaints to the complete satisfaction of these accounts.
• Assists division marketing with trade shows, conventions, and trade association meetings as requested.
• Stays abreast of current selling techniques and makes every effort to constantly improve product knowledge and knowledge of the marketplace.
• Champions new products and services as requested for the region and/or the division,
• Submits expense reports, reports of call and itineraries on a weekly basis and all other reports on schedule.
• Promotes company goodwill and maintains proper relationships with customers and prospective customers.
• Protects assets, confidential and restricted information, developments, specifications, materials, legal obligations and other such data in contacts with external parties.
• Complies with all company policies.

This is a Remote-Regional Territory position for the Midwest. The ideal candidate will be located in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania areas.

We would love to hear from you if:

• You have a 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• You have 3 years of sales experience minimum
• Proven record of sales prospecting and new business development
• Proven ability to manage multiple sales development projects through a complex development process
• Familiarity with the packaging industry, specifically Film Cores

This is a progression position and level will be based on candidate experience and business needs.

Compensation:

Account Representative: The annual base salary range for this role is from $60,675 to $72,810, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary

Account Representative II: The annual base salary range for this role is from $82,800 to $99,360, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary

Senior Account Representative: The annual base salary range for this role is from $94,200 to $113,040, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary

Sonoco

At Savills, we help organizations find the solutions that ensure employee success. Sharply skilled and fiercely dedicated, our integrated teams of consultants and brokers are experts in better real estate. With services in tenant representation, capital markets, project management, workforce/incentives and workplace strategy/occupant experience, we’ve boosted the potential of workplaces around the corner, and around the world, for 160 years and counting.

Savills is looking for a Client Services Coordinator in our Charlotte office to utilize administrative and technical skills to provide support to assigned brokerage team(s); to help them achieve their business plan goals and objectives each year. This individual will be responsible for preparing proposal, presentation, and communication materials. Additionally, they will coordinate the distribution of internal and external marketing information.

The ideal candidate will provide back-up support to the entire office as assigned by Director of Operations.

Essential Functions:

• Provide administrative and graphic support as needed by brokers, including preparation and production of various reports and presentations.
• Help with office accounting, including preparing commission invoices, reconcile cash receipts, send out reminder invoices, follow up on past due invoices, process co-broker payments and submit expense reports.
• Coordinate on/offsite meetings including scheduling appointments, keeping calendars, and arranging travel itineraries and meeting room reservations.
• Utilize LinkedIn, and other sales management and/or marketing tools to assist brokers in tracking information.
• Update and maintain various information databases.
• Manage marketing email communications to clients and prospects.
• Work in cooperation with other Associates/Coordinators on large projects, during downtime, or as assigned by the Office Administrator or Branch Manager.

Skills (technical or functional skills i.e. PPT, Excel)

Strong computer proficiency including internet searching. Specific software programs utilized in the performance of this role include:

1. Microsoft Office Suite
2. Adobe Creative Cloud
3. Internet Research
4. CRM (Salesforce)

Competencies (attributes i.e., flexibility, collaboration skills)

1. Effectively communicate and interact with brokers, staff, vendors, and clients.
2. Consistently demonstrate a high level of performance and professionalism.
3. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
4. Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written.
5. Maintain discretion and exhibit sound decision making skills.
6. Exhibit a high level of attention to detail.
7. Self-starter and strong time management skills.
8. Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
9. Ability to adapt to company specific software.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a real estate/in office work environment
• Fluent in MS Suite including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel

Savills values a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Savills participates in the E-Verify program.

Savills North America

DIRECTOR, DESIGN-BUILD

Summary of Responsibilities

The Director, Design/Build has complete Design/Build responsibility for his/her group’s projects, starting at initial client contact and ending when the project closeout is completed. This position ensures that assigned projects meet all internal and external expectations including but not limited to client satisfaction, budget, timing, quality and safety. Additionally, ensuring that the group’s actions are in keeping with Al. Neyer’s vision, purpose, values, and mission. The role is responsible for the effective and full utilization of the team’s capacity and for team member’s development.

Why Al. Neyer?

Al. Neyer is our company and we have stood the test of time! With deep roots and continued growth in Cincinnati, Ohio we are future forward and growing in our very successful expanded markets of Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Raleigh. Our company’s growth is fueled by a strong commitment to our core values and the constant cultivation of a best-in-class team.

We put a high premium on the kind of people who dig the details and have the skills to orchestrate them to perfection in a high-energy environment. We have longevity, a stellar reputation as a great partner to the communities in which we operate, and a detailed vision for our collective futures. All of this is built upon trust, strong relationships, and a drive to win.

Building pride in the community is at the heart of what we do. Not only do we help revitalize urban neighborhoods and support suburban communities embracing a future-forward perspective, our Employee-owners commit their talent, time, and treasure to many local causes. Across each of our markets, our employee-owners are actively engaged in community-based and non-profit organizations. Taking ownership by giving back is a part of what Al. Neyer is and always will be.

Here at Al. Neyer, we pride ourselves on a culture that inspires, challenges, supports and rewards our employee-owners. Our passion is contagious, our sleeves are always rolled up and our doors are always open to new inventive, collaborative team members.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee, and pricing decisions
• Provides oversight for budget and financial management of assigned projects
• Serves as primary contact for market leader relative to project performance
• Participates in Design/Build sales efforts with point responsibility for estimate and for proposal preparation
• Participates in development and lease efforts with point responsibility for estimate and “scope of work” preparation
• Ensures that the preliminary design, estimate and proposal conform to client’s needs and expectations for budget, aesthetics, scope and schedule
• Negotiates construction contract terms with client or Development Group, subject to Market Leader, Design/Build approval
• Communicates project requirements and goals to project team members
• Cooperates with company’s Development Group in support of company goals for real estate development, investments and revenues, especially when they affect or are affected by Design/Build
• May pre-qualify or engage consultants, primary subcontractors and suppliers early in the project before Project Manager is assigned
• Maintains client contact
• Monitors project team performance

Employees may be asked to perform other tasks not listed in the essential job functions.

Position Skills:

• Proficient leadership and managerial skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to conduct tours of real estate sites and projects
• Provide a reliable vehicle for transportation of at least four people between regional clients’ facilities, jobsites, and headquarters

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or commensurate experience
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience with commercial and/or Multi-Family
• At least 3 years’ experience with conceptual estimating
• Sales experience in commercial or industrial construction
• Familiarity with Design/Build methodologies

Safety Hazard of the Job

Normal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.

Physical Demands

The moderate physical effort required to sit, bend, stoop, lift, walk and climb. Maximum unassisted lift is 70 lbs. Average lift is less than 10 lbs. Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor. Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone. May require some travel by car/truck.

Environmental Requirements

Moderate to extreme outdoor conditions. Above average noise levels. Protective equipment is required. Average inside office environment. Average office noise levels. No personal protective equipment is required. Ambient temperature is between 68F and 76F.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Al. Neyer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Al. Neyer

ABOUT THE JOB:

The job duties of a color matcher involve mixing colors and inspecting materials to ensure that the colors are uniform throughout. You mix pigment to create colors for products, paints, and coatings.

ESSENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work in a lab setting doing color matching as part of a team.
• Accurately weigh up color formulations using analytical balances.
• Set up and operate lab extruders, injection molders and fiber spinning lines according to documented work instructions and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of work performed.
• Use color matching software to adjust color formulations to bring color on target.
• Carry out lab testing (R & D, QC) as required.
• Comply with all safety standards, work rules and regulations.
• Participate in all required training and continuous improvement processes.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area & comply with departmental housekeeping standards.

SKILLS:

• Experience in color matching.
• Knowledge of color theory and color systems.
• Proficiency in using color matching tools and equipment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player and collaborative.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Tracy Knight, Direct Hire Recruiter – [email protected] – m. 678.852.9170

I. K. Hofmann GmbH

A high-end residential interior design firm is hiring a full-time Interior Design Assistant to join our team at Colorful Concepts Interior Design. Based in Raleigh, NC, and serving clients throughout the Carolinas and beyond, we are considering designers with a bachelor’s degree in interior design, Interior Architecture, or Textiles. Also considering candidates with a bachelor’s degree in another field, along with an associate in interior design.

Additional qualifications include excellent computer skills, and residential interior design internships or similar on-the-job experience. Chief Architect and Asana skills are a plus. This position requires you to reside in the Raleigh area.

Duties include but are not limited to:

·      Client communication and general administrative tasks as needed

·      Manage Intern(s) and assign work as needed

·      Design concepts and selections as assigned for specific projects

·      Work with Chief Architect software to create space plans and other details

·      Attend client appointments and assist as needed

·      Project set up in Asana

·      Track personal client project time for hourly billing

·      Organization of selections and specifications for spec and presale home projects

·      Process purchase orders related to client projects

·      Daily online interaction (30 minutes) on Instagram, on behalf of CCID

·      Attend industry networking events and trade shows, including biannual High Point Market

Please send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio link to [email protected].

Compensation/Benefits:

·      Hourly (based upon education and experience)

·      SIMPLE IRA plan with employer-matching

·      Health insurance stipend monthly

·      Six paid holidays annually

·      Ten PTO days accrue during first year, for use after three-month anniversary

Colorful Concepts Interior Design

Executive Assistant

Charlotte, NC

Overview

Eastdil Secured is the largest independent commercial real estate investment bank in the world, by volume, with nearly $3 trillion in completed transactions over the past 15 years. We uniquely combine commercial real estate and capital markets expertise to provide clients with advisory services and investment strategies for all major markets, transaction types, and asset classes. As a privately held firm with significant employee investment, we thrive on our intelligence-driven team, state-of-the-art technology, and collaboration across 21 offices and 3 continents. Our collective experience, expertise, and resources provide us with the ability to successfully execute the world’s most impactful transactions in the capital markets.

Job Description

This position is a full-time, in-person, role in our Charlotte office. An Executive Assistant with Eastdil Secured performs a broad variety of administrative tasks in a fast-paced work environment. This role provides administrative support to multiple transaction professionals on various teams as well as back-up support to the broader team and office. Teamwork is integral to this role and the ability to work well with all levels of internal team members as well as outside clients and vendors is required.

Essential Functions & Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide executive administrative support to deal team including multiple senior-level deal professionals.
• Manage complex calendars including scheduling appointments and video calls and managing logistics for meetings and client entertainment, gifts & events.
• Liaise and support internal and external clients while maintain confidentiality.
• Support the transaction process by managing Eastdil Secured’s proprietary database, assist with deal marketing process including but not limited to data management, timely distribution of marketing materials to clients, meeting coordination and associated travel.
• Track expenses and submit monthly expense reports for team.
• Arrange complex domestic & international travel itineraries as well as occasional personal travel coordination.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, make informed decisions, communicate effectively, prioritize workload efficiently and with accuracy in high pressure situations.
• Collaborate and provide back-up support to other Executive Assistants and collaborate with Business Operations teams across multiple offices.
• Assist in editing, formatting, and printing presentations and documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe PDF.
• Provide back-up support to other Executive Assistants and collaborate with Business Operations teams across multiple offices.
• In-person position
• Ad-hoc personal tasks may also be required.
• Some off-hour availability (overtime) required.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a corporate environment working with senior level executives.

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• Positive and professional attitude with the ability to self-motivate.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Handle confidential information with diplomacy and discretion.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload, multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• A self-starter with a high degree of energy
• Strong sense of initiative and a process-improvement mindset.
• Experience coordinating complex calendars and meetings using Microsoft Outlook, Teams and Zoom
• Experience with booking complex travel and managing multiple itineraries simultaneously.
• Experience with expense report processing for multiple team members; SAP Concur Expense and Travel management software experience a plus.
• Tech-savvy and excellent computer skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Microsoft TEAMS and Zoom.
• Ability to produce regional events.
• Apple device required for remote connectivity.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eastdil Secured will not sponsor visas for these positions and will not hire individuals whose work eligibility is based on their F-1 or other student visa status. Candidates must be able to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Eastdil Secured

As an Assistant Project Manager with Graycor Construction Company, you will closely assist the Project Manager in driving successful project results, from preconstruction through final closeout in the safest manner possible while maintaining the highest quality standards.

AS AN ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Ensure all safety and quality program compliance on the project site. You will initiate weekly project safety meetings for on-site supervisors and labor force.
• Supervise the project activities of the on-site project engineer, field superintendents, and administrative personnel. Organize and plan the execution of the physical work.
• Interface directly with the client. Communicate periodic project status and represent Graycor in meetings.
• Develop and maintain the provisions and requirements of all contract documents, including plans, specifications, owner’s contract, subcontracts and purchase orders. Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices and change requests. Negotiate contract changes with client, with Project Manager’s guidance.
• Maintain strict control of the project budget for each work activity.
• Assist with project schedule development and direct its long term planning and execution. Coordinate schedule & plan with subcontractors and vendors.
• Openly and confidently communicate with all other parties involved with the project, establishing trust and rapport with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Be involved in bidding, pre-construction services, budgeting and Continuous Improvement Programs.

• TO BE A SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant construction operations experience working in various general commercial building markets. Our typical project portfolio includes retail mall development, entertainment/ recreational, hospitality/lodging, office, logistics/distribution and cold storage, manufacturing, and green/ LEED building industries.
• A bachelor degree, preferably in construction management, engineering or a related field.
• The ability to travel extensively and temporarily reside at the project site for extended periods of time, with travel home provided every other weekend.
• The desire to succeed. Our best Assistant Project Managers are strong leaders-self-starters who drive excellence and meet high standards.
• Effective communication skills to motivate your team, delegate tasks, and present proposals to clients with competence and confidence.
• The fortitude to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Multi-tasking with a sense of urgency while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial.
• Ability to maintain critical path project schedules using scheduling software. We use Primavera v6

WHY JOIN OUR GROWING, DYNAMIC TEAM? 

• Building Your Future is How We Build Ours. At Graycor, we seek out those with the highest potential and provide an empowering environment with tools that allow you to take ownership in your career development.

• Stability Means Staying Ahead of the Curve. Graycor is committed to continuous improvement and reinvesting in evolving technologies. To ensure stability, we have a diversified project portfolio in a broad range of niche markets nationwide.

• We Are Family. This is why we have an intense commitment to Safety. We want to make sure that every member of our Graycor family goes home each day to theirs. Our family-owned company also sponsors wellness and charitable events, casual employee get-togethers, lunch and learns, and other fun social events.

• Our Greatest Asset? Our Name. Reputation is grown over time. Our dedication to our people and building trust has enabled us to cultivate long-term relationships with each other, our clients, and our partners.

Join the Graycor Family of Companies. 

We’re Building Something More.

ABOUT THE GRAYCOR FAMILY OF COMPANIES

• Established in 1921, the Graycor Companies provide General Contracting and Construction Management services to a wide variety of industrial and commercial construction markets across the US, Canada and Mexico. As a top ranking industry leader, Graycor commits to safe working environments, demands excellence and rewards passion.
• As a diversified leader, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• For more information, visit our website at www.graycor.com

The Graycor family of companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

Graycor

We are seeking a skilled Ticket Office Manager for a historic hospitality venue in the Charlotte area. This is an excellent opportunity for a leader who is passionate about the Charlotte area, finds collaboration and inclusion important and has a love for the entertainment industry. This position is a hybrid remote/in-office position, based on event schedules.

** MUST HAVE experience building events using TM1. Host is a plus.

Benefits: Very competitive benefits and Bonus Potential (on top of base salary)!

If interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply today!

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc

Middle C Jazz, Charlotte’s premier Live Music Club, is currently searching for an experienced full time Assistant Programming Entertainment Manager. Come experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with the sounds of Jazz, R & B, martini glasses, and excitement.

The Assistant Manager of Programming is responsible for the overall booking/advance between Middle C Jazz and the artist leading up to the show and ensures the Middle C Jazz team has all the information they need to execute a successful show. In addition, they assist the Director of Programming as they learn how to program a full calendar.

The Assistant Manager of Programming will execute communication through proper and timely booking/advance process. Collaborate with club operations to create efficient execution means for all performances by ensuring the team has all details related to a successful event. Handle internal needs including contract review, deposits, night of settlement sheets and internal and external reporting in a timely and detailed oriented manner. This position acts as a pipeline to the programming world and provides a golden opportunity to learn and to be mentored by the best in the business. 

Minimum Qualifications

Deep Passion for the Music Industry

1+ years’ experience in the live music entertainment industry.

1 + years in contract management

1+ years in sales

Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal and planning skills are necessary.

Quick problem-solving capabilities in high-energy settings.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Must be self-reliant and able to meet tight deadlines.

Experience with event logistics and management

Proficiency with Google Suite, Word, Excel and other necessary computer programs

Job specifications:

Assist Programming Director with contract/advance process.

Help ensure show advances are on schedule and communicate details to team for night of show, for example, special hospitality requests, parking needs, DOS schedule, etc.

Maintain show share files.

Update information if changes are made and if new information is made available. Ensuring all essential documents are present prior to the day of show (i.e. headliner and support contracts, W9s, riders, etc)

Responsible for various administrative tasks including contract execution, deposit scheduling, show settlement creation.

Works with programming/ticketing/marketing for weekly on sale announcements.

Confirm accuracy of online announcements that they go out in a timely manner.

Draft offers for artists based on projected ticket sales. Place calendar holds and coordinate with the availability of an artist.

Develop an understanding for artist holds, ticket scaling, and various deal types.

Track internal and external data in google suite. Including – but not limited to: ticket counts for upcoming shows, tour histories, finance flashes, stats on developing artists, contact logs

Submit offers to Programming Director for approval and then to agents.

Pursue new booking ideas and work with Programming Director to execute groundbreaking shows.

Middle C Jazz Club

PR Manager

Master Storyteller | Media Megaphone

Are you a natural storyteller who loves building relationships? We’re looking for an energetic and engaging co-star to help us spread the word about our clients. Instead of being a cog in a big-agency wheel, we’re looking for a new family member who wants to stretch professionally. Are you a people-person who loves making connections? Do you see yourself as a detailed-oriented writer who can see story ideas from a variety of angles? Do you love organizing the crazy in the quickly changing media landscape? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment surrounded by other passionate creatives? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role of Our PR Manager

SPARK Strategic Ideas is seeking a public relations manager to help us get publicity for a variety of clients—from restaurants and retailers to real estate and B2B businesses. You’ll create annual plans, develop innovative ideas, and manage multiple projects. You’ll pull media databases using Cision, brainstorm story angles, write news releases, develop content, and pitch ideas to local, regional and national media outlets. You’ll plan and host media events such as grand opening sneak peeks, menu launches and business celebrations and occasionally provide media training and crisis support. You’ll help position our clients as the experts they are. And, to show off all of your success, you will track media placements with coverage reports.

About SPARK Strategic Ideas

SPARK’s mission is simple: To grow businesses, people and ideas. Our agency philosophy is to hire smart people that we like being around who are experts in what they do. We bring together a tribe of specialists to offer strategic planning, advertising, marketing, public relations, social media and digital services. Simply put, we love what we do and who we do it with. We have a strict “no meanies” policy—we know that even if a client has a large budget, it’s not worth it if you can’t enjoy the ride.

We’re busy—things are really cranking up around here, so we’re looking for a PR Manager who is a team player ready for adventure. We offer big agency service but have small agency appeal. Our best feature is our people. Hands down, that’s what we hear when we ask employees what is their favorite thing about working at SPARK. From bi-monthly team buildings to quarterly lunch ‘n learns, we enjoy being together and working together to grow our clients’ businesses and each other.

Call to Action

When you have the luxury of rising to do what you love, you get up first. When it comes to adding members to our team, we choose carefully. We choose superheroes. We wake up early for this stuff…and put a cape on. Think you’re our next superhero? Send us your cover letter, resume and recent writing samples to [email protected].

Major Tasks, Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities of the PR Manager

• Create and implement year-long communications strategies as part of an overarching public relations plan, including the coordination of details with the SPARK team, media partners, and vendors as well as the development of custom media databases.
• Manage client expectations and multiple evolving projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate with account service, social media, media planning/buying and creative teams to execute short and long-term projects on time, on budget and on strategy.
• Proactively cultivate and maintain network of close relationships with local, regional and national media partners and plan, manage & execute off-site media events.
• Write engaging news releases, pitch to media contacts and diligently follow-up to ensure quality placements and coverage.
• Work with both traditional and non-traditional (bloggers, social influencers, etc.) media contacts for story placements.
• Track and clip media placements and create coverage reports as well as regular recaps to prove results.
• Provide media training to clients and company spokespersons.

Requirements of the PR Manager

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field required
• A minimum of 4-6 years of professional experience, agency environment preferred
• Local media relationships preferred
• B2B public relations experience preferred
• Experience with Cision media software system
• Extreme attention to detail, strong organization and multi-tasking abilities for a fast-paced environment.  It’s crazy and we love it.
• Able to build strong relationships with media from local reporters to national writers. You want to invite your favorite news producer to your birthday party.
• Thorough understanding of AP Style. No googling allowed. You know this stuff.
• Strong writing skills with portfolio of news releases, story pitches, etc. We’re looking for newsworthy items that scream for attention. 
• Self-motivated individual able to work independently as well as collaborate with a larger team. Giddy up and round up the posse.
• Innovative and creative thinker. We think outside the circle.
• Above all, must focus on building relationships, have a passion for exceeding expectations and love learning… we work hard and love what we do. It shows in our work and in the results. Our success is built on our clients’ successes. Boring people and Debbie Downers need not apply!

SPARK Strategic Ideas