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SOCIAL & DIGITAL COORDINATOR

As the leading brand within the home furnishings landscape, we seek a talented individual to assist with our digital marketing initiatives, with a primary focus on social media to increase our brand awareness, social community, and sales efforts. Candidate should be a self-starter with the ability to follow directions, meet deadlines and thrive within a fast-paced, creative environment. The ideal candidate must have strong organizational and multitasking skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Marketing Director to develop, implement and manage social media strategy to align with key marketing strategies and objectives.
• Execute a results-driven social media strategy.
• Adhere to all brand standards and guidelines.
• Manage the integrated marketing calendar for social channels.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends.
• Collaborate with the cross-functional marketing, creative and business teams to create brand awareness, engagement, and growth.
• Undertake daily administrative tasks to ensure the organization, functionality, coordination, and distribution of the department’s daily activities.
• Perform day-to-day operations on Caracole’s multiple digital platforms.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient in Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc., with adherence to best practices.
• Proficient in business tools on all social media platforms.
• Knowledge of social media management tools (Sprout, Iconosquare, etc.).
• Creative thinker and problem solver.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a collaborative approach to achieving results while working with internal and external teams
• The ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Possess strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and assign priorities
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and a quick learner
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Basic knowledge of video editing software (Adobe PremierePro and FCPX)

2-4 years of social media/marketing experience in retail or consumer brands preferred. Bachelor’s or Associates’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or equivalent.

Caracole Home

Overview:

The SVP, Director, Head of Paid Social will be the agency’s thought leader, marketplace expert, and practice lead for all things Paid Social. The successful candidate will have 12+ years of digital media experience with expertise in Paid Social and is a data-driven and thoughtful decision maker who strives to foster an environment of welcomed creativity and learning for their team. The successful candidate will be a dynamic leader, skilled storyteller, and consultative partner with the versatility to provide expertise across several industry verticals.

Our paid social team works across a diverse range of sectors on some of the largest and most dynamic advertisers. We are looking for an enthusiastic leader and paid social expert who can build best practices from the ground up.

Role Objectives:

• Create best practices and processes through knowledge of the Paid Social marketplace
• Be agency’s go-to Paid Social expert and thought leader
• Collaborate cross-functionally with several internal and external stakeholders
• Provide vision, direction, management and support to individuals within the team to ensure their work aligns with our mission and goals
• Design strategies for leveraging paid media on social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, Pinterest etc.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams and client groups
• Develop action plans for achieving and measuring social media success, including setting key metrics, measurement and optimization strategies
• Advocate the value of social media and help educate clients, partners and internal teams on the latest developments and capabilities in this quickly evolving media channel
• Apply social media knowledge and creativity to brainstorming and strategy sessions especially as it relates to new business pitches
• Provide team direction for improving campaign performance through optimization and/or implementing new features and strategies
• Deliver presentations to both clients and internal teams showcasing campaign strategy and performance results
• Develop points of view on new technologies, trends and opportunities in the social media marketplace

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with a concentration in marketing, advertising, business, marketing, or equivalent
• 12+ years of experience in digital media with an emphasis on Paid Social with increasing levels of responsibility within an agency or media company, including client-facing responsibilities
• 7+ years of team management experience
• Experience in applying social marketing to drive strict KPI’s against brand-building & direct response initiatives
• Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret campaign performance data and provide insights and optimization recommendations
• Expert knowledge of the paid social partnerships marketplace
• Understanding of best practices for leveraging social media for brand communication
• Excellent relationship building, diplomacy, and decision making skills with the ability to think creatively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced understanding of Excel

Starcom

Accor is a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,300 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries. The group has one of the industry’s most diverse and fully-integrated hospitality ecosystems encompassing more than 40 luxury, premium, midscale and economy hotel brands, entertainment and nightlife venues, restaurants and bars, branded private residences, shared accommodation properties, concierge services, co-working spaces and more.

Job Description

• Raise awareness of Accor, its brands, people and services, inspiring stakeholders, talents and customers to choose Accor
• Drive Accor’s corporate communications in UKI & Benelux with a particular focus on the UK market, positioning Accor as the leading partner for owners, investors, management companies, franchisees, and travel buyers and the best place to work.
• Development and implementation of the PR strategy and annual PR plan for UKI & BeNeLux in order to broaden awareness for Accor, the brands and the respective brand programs and flagship hotels
• Drive brand and corporate PR for the Group supporting the needs of the business in Europe & North Africa and globally
• Develop and deliver creative brand PR campaigns
• Increase visibility across all media types targeting B2C, B2B and B2O audiences
• Support all hotel openings within the region with a strategic priority to develop pre-opening strategies for Luxury and Premium brand openings
• Identify positioning opportunities within the media, develop media relationships and proactively engage media in order to contribute to overall Corporate Communications strategy
• Prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and interviews for key business spokespeople and drive thought leadership
• Set-up, coordinate and implement communication projects (i.e. media events, press trips, launches)
• Collaboration with global brand and communications teams
• Set-up and coordination of media comments and statements,
• Actively engage, cultivate and manage the media network
• Management and coordination of PR agencies with special regards to a streamlined and simultaneous external communication
• Reputation and crisis management

Qualifications

• Strong PR experience either in-house or agency or both
• Proven experience working in travel and/or hospitality sectors, with experience in corporate communications
• Strong media relationships, particularly with travel, lifestyle, business and industry media
• A creative, strategic and considered communications expert able to develop and drive standout strategies and PR plans
• Able to collaborate across the business and thrive in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier media/editors
• Strong writing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills
• Creativity and ability to translate strategic thinking into action plans and output for your markets
• Ability to identify and create core messages in line with the company strategy
• Be an agile multi-tasker able to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple projects
• Ability to calming manage reputational issues
• Outgoing personality with an interest to develop internal and external relationships
• A minimum of 5-7 years experience in a communications role in-house or with an agency
• University degree

Additional Information

To acknowledge your hard work, loyalty and commitment to us, we offer an extensive benefits package; competitive salary, bonus, season ticket loans, subsidised gym membership, private medical healthcare, pension, and of course complimentary hotel stays (to name a few).

Your Accor experience begins now, so if you thrive in a forever-changing world that works at pace, and allows you to have some fun along with the way then we definitely want to hear from you!

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Accor

—–urgently hiring!——

Are you a PR pro looking to join a young and vibrant startup? Would you like to work in a PR agency environment? do you want to use your expertise to launch a new PR & Design company?If so, keep reading.

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for information from the media.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with consumers, community, employees, and public interest groups.
• Writes press releases and prepares reports for the media to promote clients.
• Plans or directs the development of programs to maintain favorable public and stakeholder views of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaches client reps in effective communication with the public and employees.
• Analyzes the organization’s objectives, promotional policies, and needs to build public relations strategies that influence public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
• Maintains the organization’s image and identity.
• Drafts speeches and schedules interviews.
• Prepares and edits organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications for internal and external audiences.
• Updates and maintains the organization’s digital content.
• Collaborates with managers to identify trends and evaluate advertising to determine whether it is in sync with the organization’s public relations efforts.

The right candidate will be there from day 1 to set up PR processes, brainstorm, and assist clients with their PR needs.

We are a brand-new startup! A fast-paced and exciting agency environment where creative individuals thrive. We mainly specialize in marketing and branding. We work with social influencers, businesses, musicians, etc

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of consumer marketing
• Ability to make media pitches
• Creative thinking
• Research skills
• Inquisitive
• Deadline-driven
• Reporting skills
• Attention to detail
• Social media savvy

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BA in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
• Experience in handling a press conference
• experience with both traditional & non-traditional PR

• Are you or someone you know a good fit? Feel free to apply! everyone is welcome.

Hire Up Works

Job Title: Influencer Partnerships Specialist

Reports to: Director of Social & Influencer Marketing

Brand Overview:

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. Our high energy, fast paced office environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose….while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet of opportunity for personal growth and success.

Role Overview:

The Influencer Partnerships Specialist will focus on supporting Vuori’s earned and paid collaborator, creator, and influencer marketing initiatives. They will be responsible for the expansion, tracking and communication of an existing and wishlist people partnerships talent base. They will work closely with the Social Media, Brand and Performance Marketing team to support monthly marketing messaging, content and gifting initiatives to drive brand awareness and community. The ideal candidate will need to be organized, well written, and work in a fast paced environment with a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Source, cultivate and develop consistent and on-going relationships with new and current influencers, creators and collaborators via consistent communication, social moderation and in person meetings / events.
• Identify, acquire, and maintain new influencer contacts to join internal brand relations program based on brand positioning and defined KPIs
• Support the development and execution of the ambassador, creator and affiliate programs, partnering with Brand and Performance teams
• Ensures all partners are delivering on agreements, curating content and posting in a timely manner
• Coordinates contract approvals through legal, brand, and finance.
• Manage all content requests from social, email, and performance teams ensuring we utilize creators across various channels.
• ACTV Club outreach, onboarding and scheduling. Product activation and takeover planning.
• Assist Social Media team with execution of strategic plan to grow Brand Awareness, Advocacy & drive incremental exposure for our key products while bringing brand DNA to life.
• Manage influencer event planning and activations with agency partners or like-minded brands
• Working with Brand leadership, assist in creating campaign and content briefs
• Assist in budget and campaign tracking
• Bi-weekly / monthly reporting to measure internal brand relations program success (working with Influencer Marketing Specialist)
• Support team by organizing and executing key product sends – including but not limited to placing product and promo orders, developing gifting packaging and shipping gifting packages. (working with Influencer Marketing Specialist)
• Stay abreast of fashion, content and influencer trends; bringing ideas to the team
• Collaborate with brand, performance, and creative marketing teams, as needed.
• Misc support to the Influencer and Social Teams, as required

Educational/ Position Requirements:

• 3+ years influencer and/or social media experience
• A passion for social media and knowledge of fashion, fitness and lifestyle content creators across all social platforms
• Strong organization skills and a demonstrated ability to execute projects on time & work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) + experience using Google docs
• Proficient in Instagram, TikTok and YouTube platforms
• Elevated sense of taste and/or experience “curating” influencer talent
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Experience tracking against large budgets
• Interest in fitness and wellness and experience with relationship building, a plus

Pay: From $60,000 – $70,000

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount
• 401(k)

https://vuoriclothing.com/pages/candidate-privacy-policy

This role is sourced directly by Vuori, Inc, and all communication from our team @vuoriclothing.com.

Vuori

—–urgently hiring!——

Are you a PR pro looking to join a young and vibrant startup? Would you like to work in a PR agency environment? do you want to use your expertise to launch a new PR & Design company?If so, keep reading.

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for information from the media.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with consumers, community, employees, and public interest groups.
• Writes press releases and prepares reports for the media to promote clients.
• Plans or directs the development of programs to maintain favorable public and stakeholder views of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaches client reps in effective communication with the public and employees.
• Analyzes the organization’s objectives, promotional policies, and needs to build public relations strategies that influence public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
• Maintains the organization’s image and identity.
• Drafts speeches and schedules interviews.
• Prepares and edits organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications for internal and external audiences.
• Updates and maintains the organization’s digital content.
• Collaborates with managers to identify trends and evaluate advertising to determine whether it is in sync with the organization’s public relations efforts.

The right candidate will be there from day 1 to set up PR processes, brainstorm, and assist clients with their PR needs.

We are a brand-new startup! A fast-paced and exciting agency environment where creative individuals thrive. We mainly specialize in marketing and branding. We work with social influencers, businesses, musicians, etc

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of consumer marketing
• Ability to make media pitches
• Creative thinking
• Research skills
• Inquisitive
• Deadline-driven
• Reporting skills
• Attention to detail
• Social media savvy

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BA in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
• Experience in handling a press conference
• experience with both traditional & non-traditional PR

• Are you or someone you know a good fit? Feel free to apply! everyone is welcome.

Kyanite PR

As our NYC based PR Manager you will be responsible for enhancing and amplifying BIG’s brand, architecture, design, people, products, and ethos. You will be part of a global team, reporting directly to our Partner & Chief Communicator, Daria Pahhota. In the day-to-day you will be expected to provide PR direction and support to our entire community – from colleagues and collaborators to clients and their PR teams. You will actively participate in tailoring BIG’s communications strategy and brand, as well as take the lead on project announcements, event planning and award submissions.

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• ndTogether with our Communications Partner, seek and oversee media and brand collaborations, cultivate partnerships, influencer relations and brand ambassado
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• d againBe Tenacious – Be committed, show up, contribute with passion, do your best, get stuff done and don’t
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Diversity has been part of our DNA since BIG’s foundation. A multitude of cultures and backgrounds creates a new point of reference which leads to amazing insights. At BIG, we celebrate and support diversity because it makes our team, work, and the built environment better. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and take affirmative action to employ equally regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran

status.
BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group

PR Director

Leeds based agency

£50,000 – £60000

Proud to be partnering with this reputable agency and find them their next PR Director! Having worked with them for a number of years, I can hand on heart, recommend them as an amazing place to work. With a genuine people focused approach, this agency really cares and looks after its team. Due to growth, this agency is now looking for someone to head up the PR team.

About the company…

Well established, independent agency with an integrated approach. Having been around for a number of years, this agency really knows it’s stuff and has a portfolio of large brands in a variety of sectors spanning retail, interior design, energy and many more! Due to growth of existing clients and new business wins, they’re now looking to expand.

About the role…

As PR Director, you’ll be reporting into the Managing Director. You’ll be responsible for day to day management of accounts, driving profitability and growth. You’ll play a central role to the strategic direction, developing client campaigns and overseeing the implementation and delivery of campaigns. You’ll be leading a small team, inspiring, delegating and assigning workload.

About you…

To be considered for this PR Director role, you’ll have strong PR, influencer, social and media management expertise. You’ll have proven experience of working on large brands and driving your accounts forward – always being one step ahead! Leading a team is essential, with experience of mentoring and developing more junior members of the team.

Lot’s more opportunities to also discuss so if you’re ready to take the next step in your career, get in touch!

The place to be.

Our client is offering a fantastic hybrid role for an ambitious PR Account Manager who has a passion for writing!

If you have Account Management experience from an agency or corporate communications background and now seeking the opportunity to specialise more in Content & Copywriting, then this is the role for you!

This is an exciting opportunity for a Copywriter who has a passion for the B2B Technology sector, looking for their next PR Account Manager role.

The scope of this role is enormous as the agency continues to grow both in the UK and Internationally.

If you have a passion for technology and love turning the complex into compelling content across a range of channels, then please apply today!

The PR Account Manager/ Copywriter role:-

• Ability to produce superb copy and press releases for both corporate & brand communication
• You will act as the principle contact for helping to develop, craft and approve all copy along with press & media releases that promote buzz and excitement around the Technology brands
• Devise and implement integrated PR campaigns for technology clients
• Manage account teams of AEs/ JAEs
• Client handling, be a highly creative and strategic thinker who can provide strategic client counsel and have a proven ability to win new business
• Have amazing access to work closely with the clients including leading tech brands
• Solid network of press/media contacts and social media influencers

Working out of trendy offices based in the City, you will have the flexibility of hybrid working, on-site and from home.

This is an amazing role for an experienced PR Account Manager with a passion for technology and writing or someone looking to step up to work at a dynamic agency who offer excellent career development opportunities.

May & Stephens acts as an “employment agency” in relation to this vacancy.

May & Stephens

BBB National Programs

BBB National Programs is where businesses turn to enhance consumer trust and consumers are heard.

Manager, Media Relations

Who We Are

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the foremost thought leader on industry self-regulation, we are shaping the way that businesses and consumers interact with one another. We are the home to more than a dozen self-regulation programs that set high standards for businesses and provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that help ensure a fair marketplace for consumers. BBB National Programs has worked with industry leaders and government regulatory agencies since 1971 to establish the standards that guide best practices in advertising, privacy, children’s and teen’s marketing, consumer warranty issues, dispute resolution, and other emerging issues.

ABOUT THE MARKETING + COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

The Marketing and Communications (MarCom) Department at BBB National Programs is a high-performing, mission-driven team of marketing and communications professionals who play a vital role in supporting the organization’s operations and mission. MarCom is an agile, agency-like team responsible for the cohesive communication and promotion to external audiences of BBB National Programs and its more than a dozen self-regulatory, accountability, and dispute resolution programs.

YOUR IMPACT

As the Manager, Communications at BBB National Programs, you will make a difference by helping to:

• Strategically grow the organization’s media relations initiatives through the placement of earned media coverage and op-eds.
• Cultivate and expand the BBB National Programs brand by sharing content over our various platforms and marketing channels.
• Grow and enhance BBB National Programs’ presence with influential media, particularly those who cover government regulation and industry self-regulation, advertising and advertising law (including children’s issues), and global and domestic privacy issues and policies (also including children’s issues).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop outreach initiatives and campaigns to introduce BBB National Programs, as represented by executive leadership, program leaders and subject matter experts, to members of the print, electronic (television and radio), and digital media
• Write BBB National Programs press releases and other key “pitch” components, such as fact sheets
• Develop narratives, messaging platforms, and talking points that increase positive visibility for BBB National Programs
• Interview subject matter experts and write articles, blogs, and self-regulatory information for all appropriate distribution channels
• Work collaboratively with MarCom team to maintain current content platforms and explore outreach and expansion opportunities for BBB National Programs messaging

What You Will Bring

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in communications, journalism, or a related field
• 4+ years’ experience working with and writing materials, such as press releases and other editorial content, targeted to members of the media and other public audiences
• Proven success writing for multiple platforms—including print, digital, and social media
• Ability to take complex issues and create digestible content for the media, BBB National Programs’ stakeholders, and the public
• Proven track-record creating key messages and executing communications and press campaigns that influence public opinion and create more visibility for the organization and its mission
• Sound judgment in communications with the media, as well as other external and internal parties
• Excellent time and project management skills and ability to effectively prioritize and manage work
• Strong communication, presentation, and persuasion skills
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• COVID-19 Vaccination

Let us know if you have:

• Working on the Hill or in an Administration in a press or communications role
• Experience drafting press releases relating to legal matters
• Crisis communications and internal communications skills
• Fortune 500 experience
• Current list of media contacts

WHAT WE OFFER:

At BBB National Programs, we bring a growth mindset as we advance our mission and strive to foster trust, innovation, and competition in the marketplace, while cultivating a team of talented and engaged professionals who seek out new challenges and opportunities to catalyze our progress. We are an inclusive organization, bringing a dynamic environment that supports our employees and the meaningful work we do.

• Health & Welfare Benefits : You will be offered a comprehensive plan offering health, dental and vision plans, paid short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Financial Well-Being : Build your retirement savings with our 401k plan matching up to 6% of your contributions.
• Time Off : You will have flexibility for the time you need off from work. We offer a variety of plans including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• Wellness : We promote physical and mental wellness by providing a fully equipped on-site fitness center in our offices and an employee assistance program.
• Environment : Our modern headquarters in McLean, VA provides the space for creativity and collaboration, and the technology resources so you can be at your best. We believe that an inclusive mindset and diverse workforce are strengths in fulfilling our mission; therefore, we continuously work to engage and develop diverse and inclusive talent and leaders.

BBB National Programs