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The Assistant Video Editor assists the Where Food Comes From (WFCF) video production and marketing team in day-to-day media management, preparation, and footage archiving as well as strategizing for marketing campaigns. This individual is both creative and entrepreneurial with a strong post-production background specializing in social, sales, and promotional content. They should be able to communicate with the marketing team daily and be well-organized, detail-oriented, and understand the full scope of the video production process and workflows. Development includes both consumer and industry facing content, as well as internal and external training style videos and more.

READ PRIOR TO APPLYING: candidates must view our WFCF Storybit video series at wfcfstorybit.com and if selected for an interview, will be requested to submit a video production reel. Social post samples can be submitted but are not required.

Roles and Responsibilities:

·       Manipulate film and raw video footage using creative storytelling and editing to produce the best possible content to help tell a family’s story as well as promotional sales material 

·       Format, prepare and create content, both video and stills, for use on social and streaming platforms for best performance – LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Instagram Story, IGTV, Tik Tok, etc.

·       Set up projects and cut and organize footage in preparation for editing

·       Edit short assets such as clip reels, 15-60 second social media callouts, and audio pulls to be used by other production team members

·       Insert dialog, sound effects, music, graphics, and special effects

·       Organize, manage and backup media assets on server and within management software, then be able to effectively archive these assets

·       Creatively strategize ways to generate positive impact for WFCF and featured families 

·       Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Experience:

·       Passionate about telling stories and creating social content that grabs viewers’ attention

·       Understanding with all aspects of production, with emphasis in post-production, and be proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere and After Effects

·       Hands-on experience with editing software, including Adobe Premiere, After Effects and Lightroom, some familiarity with motion graphics 

·       Proficiency with camera equipment including video, audio, and lighting setups

·       Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate the status of projects daily

·       Flexibility and ability to work with minimal supervision in fast-paced environment on tight schedules

·       High school diploma or GED

·       Familiar and Intermediate use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)

·       Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies

·       Maintains alignment with WFCF’s Mission, Purpose, and Values

·       Flexibility, focus and resilience in the face of high workload and competing demands

·       Experience and proven ability to organize, track and follow up on multiple projects

·       Maintain confidentiality

Additional Preferred Qualifications

·       Motion Graphic design experience

·       Higher education or licenses in photography, videography, and/or marketing

·       Strong customer service experience

Supervises: none currently

Physical Requirements

·       Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

·       Able to use standard computer keyboard on a frequent basis

·       Able to walk up and down stairs and to sit for up to 8 hours

Working Conditions: 

·       Castle Rock, CO office

·       Travel: 25%

Additionally, due to the nature of the information handled within this position, confidentiality and avoiding conflict of interest is required. We are a company that encourages self-starters and we reward highly motivated employees. There is opportunity for growth within this position for the individual who consistently excels in their performance. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Where Food Comes From, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Where Food Comes From, Inc.

Video Production Editor / Content Creator

This is NOT a remote position and work will be done out of our office in Wyckoff, NJ.

The Undefeated Media Video Production Editor / Content Creator is responsible for envisioning, producing and executing multi-form, multi-media assets for the company. Videographer work is critical to the creation and telling the story of our clients and ourselves. As a key part of the Centralized Marketing team, the Video Production Editor / Content Creator work closely with internal Undefeated Media team and external service partners to accomplish their duties.

The ideal candidate is an innovative storyteller with a passion for designing and producing video, graphical and interactive content that inspires audiences to engage and take action. They have a broad, yet deep expertise in the latest techniques and technology needed to design quality creative media.

The Video Production Editor / Content Creator will consistently think outside of the box to provide video production (pre-production, production, post-production editing) and a wide range of multimedia design services, including photography, photo compositing, artwork, multimedia presentations, animation, motion graphics, visual effects, social ads, infographics, web, email, podcast and print design!

RESPONSIBILITIES, Other Duties May Be Assigned

This role will have autonomy to manage and coordinate both internal and external resources while working closely with the central marketing and product teams. Duties include but not limited to:

• Think creatively and produces marketing, product, sales, and customer testimonial videos following brand standards
• Work with marketing team to create a vision and conceive designs for innovative videos to promote our clients and services.
• Plan, produce and edit videos, from conception to final product, including development of story boards, shot list, on-site personnel coordination, sound editing and graphical elements
• Production of motion graphics including: text animations, special effects, 2D and 3D images for use in all marketing materials including, web and digital displays
• Production of clients Podcasts – editing and promotion post recording
• Ensure Brand alignment across all projects
• Recommend enhancements to Undefeated Media’s video media content, including production, placement techniques, approaches, tools and equipment
• Organize, manage and curate Undefeated Media’s and Client’s digital media library
• Provide support, formatting, production, distribution and placement for videos
• Work with team to ensure vendor-driven assets are consistent with internally created assets

Basic Qualifications

• BA or BS in Marketing, Video Production, Visual Design, Broadcast Journalism or other related major OR equivalent professional experience
• Two or more years of experience with professional video production and/or digital animation
• Photography is a plus (not required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of video production, editing software and animation tools including Adobe CC, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, DaVinci Resolve,, or equivalent
• Intermediate knowledge or higher of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
• Additional knowledge and aptitude of adjacent or complimentary software such as SketchUp 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, or others
• Understanding of UHD digital cameras, cinema lenses, lighting and audio equipment
• Experience working with RAW file format
• Strong organization and communication skills and able to understand and convey ideas
• Ability to learn and adapt to existing image management process
• Impressive digital portfolio of prior projects
• Navigates within a broad matrix structure
• Juggles multiple and diverse projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Effectively manage external service partners
• Ability to convey complex ideas in simple, relevant manner
• Presents to senior executives, product and sales leadership

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of video production software
• Time management
• Understanding of UHD digital cameras, lighting and audio equipment
• Creative team player able to create engaging content and purposeful storytelling
• Strong organization and communication skills and able to understand and convey ideas

About Us:

Undefeated Media is a FULL Service Production and Marketing Studio, helping businesses get a competitive edge over the competition. We do this with a FULL marketing and advertising strategy, covering everything from websites, social media, video production, and photography!

Undefeated Media

JOB SUMMARY

The Communications Director is responsible for developing and implementing internal and external communications plans and strategies for the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee. At the direction of the Bishop or other diocesan leadership, the director of communications effectively supports the pastoral and administrative priorities, the mission/vision of the diocese, and the Catholic Church’s overall teaching. The director acts as spokesperson on diocesan and worldwide issues of urgency, controversy and/or sensitivity while maintaining strict confidentiality. The director reports to the Bishop and serves as a senior leadership team member, actively contributing and providing insight, policy formation and advice. Repor

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

REGULAR DUTIES

·        The director of communications is the editor of the diocesan magazine. The editor determines content, edits and coordinates production of the diocesan magazine, published six times a year

o  Writes compelling stories and edits content for the publication

o  Directs the work of freelance contributors to magazine, including writers, columnists and photographers

o  Works with publishing partner and printer to ensure quality pre- and final press

o  Maintains circulation databases in Ministry Platform, including working with parishes to maintain subscription information

o  Serves as liaison to USPS to troubleshoot any postal issues

o  Coordinates subscription quotas with parishes

o  Processes paperwork to pay freelancers

o  Works with advertisers to ensure accuracy in advertising, process advertising billing

o  Coordinates and executes yearly readership appeal

·        Develops and directs diocesan messages, talking points and supporting materials while keeping in mind the visibility and reputation of the Bishop and Catholic Church

·        Oversees the development of digital communications including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr, NewsNotes and internal newsletter

·        Develops and edits marketing, promotional materials, publications, media relations and podcast

·        Serves as webmaster of the diocesan website

o  Develops content for website, including audio and video

o  Edits content as needed

o  Serves as resource to departments to determine content and assist with posting

o  Monitors website usage statistics and communicate to stakeholders.

·        Creates content for bi-weekly podcast, including overseeing the production and editing of videos

·        Develops script and oversee production of the Catholic Sharing Appeal video

·        Produces numerous videos a year to promote the diocese and parishes

·        Writes and distributes press releases throughout the diocese, including the Pastoral Center offices, parishes and schools

·        Responds to media requests and coordinate media interviews

·        Ensures both internal and external branding is consistent throughout the diocese while maintaining the organization’s image and position

·        Provides public relations and crisis management counsel to the Bishop, Pastoral Center staff, priests, parishes and schools

·        Maintains a high degree of professionalism and credibility throughout the diocese, assuring positive relationships are formed

·        Maximizes publicity for special events, programs and major announcements from diocesan offices, including film production, editing and providing a high-quality product

·        Stays up-to-date on current news, especially on religious and ethical topics

·        Maintains wise stewardship principles in developing an annual communications yearly budget and reviewing office expenditures monthly

·        Performs other related duties assigned by the Bishop

SUPERVISION

REPORTS TO:                     Chief Operating Officer

SUPERVISES:                     Communications Specialist

GUIDES:                             Parishes and Schools of the Diocese

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:                      Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, digital

                                               Communications, public relations or a related field

QUALIFICATIONS:            Five years of practical work experience in managing, marketing, communications, media relations/audiovisual production or public relations

                                               Demonstrated experience managing crisis communications is a high priority

Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church; must possess in-depth knowledge of the Catholic faith, structures and practices

Outstanding professional writing and copy-editing skills; must be able to respond to tight deadlines and rapidly changing situations

Superior oral communications skills for speaking to and interacting with the media, including public speaking

Experience in conducting news conferences and media interviews

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and social media platforms, including web design, photography, filming, video editing and graphic design

The willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends in order to provide event coverage and be a resource for parishes and schools

Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee

About the Job

Public Inc. is uniquely positioned as a mix of consultancy and agency, with a core focus on driving impact out in the world. In 2022, we were shortlisted for Strategy Magazine’s Small Agency of the Year award. As a purpose-driven business with continued growth ahead of us, we are looking to bring on a Creative Team (Art Director and Copywriter) to join our Creative department. 

Please note: this role is for two separate positions, Art Director and Copywriter. Consideration will only be given to those applying as a team. 

Description

Art Director

As an Art Director, you work with Creative Directors, Copywriters and Designers to develop concepts for different client projects across a variety of channels. You produce the look and feel of concepts and content, create storyboards and concept boards, prepare presentations, and source and design artwork for projects that require visuals. You may also be asked to lead and develop designs independently. 

Copywriter

The Copywriter is responsible for the creation and writing of integrated ideas and copy across a variety of channels including digital, traditional, CRM, social and brand identity. Reporting to the Creative Directors and Chief Creative Officer, the Copywriter works closely with an Art Director and/or Designers, and other members of both the creative department and the larger Public teams.

These roles involve interpreting briefs, working on tight deadlines, and presenting creative designs and ideas to clients. After the work is presented, you are responsible for the production of the work, including managing client and internal feedback, and working with external partners to get the work completed on time and on budget.

Reporting to the Head of Art, Head of Copy, and Chief Creative Officer, the Creative Team works closely with other members of both the creative department and the larger Public group.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading concepts and communicating ideas
• Producing design, artwork and/or imagery suitable for a variety of channels
• Writing across a variety of channels & mediums
• Designing within existing brand guidelines
• Providing quality assurance of creative deliverables
• Building and maintaining relationships with Public team members, clients, and partners
• Contributing to the innovative development and culture of the creative department
• Participating in new business pitches and ideas
• Preparing and delivering presentations to clients

Key Skills

• Experience in art direction/design and copywriting 
• A natural sense of curiosity and personal interest in social impact topics
• Proficiency in conceptual ability  
• Understanding, experience and/or willingness to produce artwork and copy for a variety of channels
• A strategic mindset, an innate ability to problem solve, resilience and energy
• Excellence in Adobe InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator (Art Director)
• Proficiency or excellence in Animation (i.e. After Effects), Video Editing (i.e. Premiere/Final Cut Pro) or 3D modeling software is considered a plus.
• Diverse experience in long-form content or editorial design is also a plus. 

Requirements:

The ideal people for these two roles have prior experience in an agency environment, a creative portfolio of current examples of work, an ability to work on multiple (and time-sensitive) projects at once, enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills.

Does this role sound like a great fit for you? If so, please apply directly on LinkedIn or email Max Cox ([email protected]) with your portfolio. This role is hybrid, with four work-from-home days a week and one in-office day, and is open to candidates across Canada and the United States. 

About Public:

We’re a determined collective of forty people in Toronto, Boston, and Los Angeles. We live impactfully. Work strategically. Breathe creativity. And dream endlessly. As a full-service social impact agency, we’ve put purpose at the top of the business agenda. We’ve helped transform corporate reputations with social responsibility campaigns. We’ve driven profits with sustainability programs. Our services include: research, strategy, brand and social impact marketing, advertising, design, digital, PR, social media, corporate partnerships, measurement and evaluation, and project management.

Public welcomes applications from persons of diverse backgrounds and is an equal opportunity employer. Public is committed to building and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace which values diversity and encourages respect for dignity, beliefs and ideas consistent with the principles outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code (the “Code”), and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Public recognizes the value of identifying and removing barriers and promoting inclusion in the workplace.

Public Inc.

Who You Are:

As a Senior Integrated Producer, you will provide production expertise and oversight at every opportunity – from concept development to execution. With a strong digital background, you will be capable of helping to push projects of all types into exciting new arenas, from experiential, social, video and emerging tech.

Qualifications:

• Strong people and negotiation skills
• 6+ years experience in a producer function at an integrated agency or production company
• Automotive production experience required
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members across departments as well as in-house and external production partners (Clients, Cost Consultants, Account Mgrs, Creatives, Designers, Editors, VFX artists…etc.) and have fun while doing it.
• Capable of quickly scoping and executing large and small projects across multiple disciplines
• Experience managing complex, multi-million dollar budgets/projects with multiple vendors
• Strong knowledge of video production, art, print/OOH, social
• Knowledge of art and print production; ideally having managed photoshoots, print production (ads, OOH, POP, etc.)
• Knowledge of social and online advertising, including media plans, ad-servers, specs and formats across social platforms and display banners ads.
• Some knowledge of experiential and emerging technologies not mandatory, but a plus
• Ability to manage senior stakeholders both internally and externally
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Awesome attitude mandatory

What You’ll Do:

• Manage multiple fully integrated advertising campaigns/projects simultaneously – including video, content, social media and interactive advertising.
• Identify key production partners and internal resources to execute a project’s creative vision at the highest quality across various budgets
• Manage the bidding process as per client agreements including working with procurement and cost consultants when required
• Ensure the final creative product is consistent with agency and client’s vision, budget, and timeline
• Develop accurate and thorough project plans, schedules, SOWs, documentation and specs as needed
• Manage the bidding process as per client agreements including working with procurement and cost consultants when required
• Clearly communicate timelines, budgets, deliverables, goals and expectations with senior clients, internal team members, external partners, and clients
• Manage, train and mentor junior production staff
• Grow assigned client businesses through existing or new digital initiatives

Who We Are:

We are a modern, integrated agency created and managed by Omnicom to lead all marketing and communications globally for Nissan. Designed to deliver marketing transformation, Nissan United is dedicated to helping Nissan grow its brand value around the world more effectively. The team brings expertise in data, analytics, media, customer experience and CRM, all of which help drive and inspire innovation and creativity.

Nissan United is housed within TBWA, AdWeek’s 2022 Global Agency of the Year and one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. TBWA is the Disruption agency, known for a long history of famous creative campaigns for some of the world’s greatest brands and home to Apple’s dedicated TBWAMedia Arts Lab. TBWA is at the cutting edge of building the most innovative agency models and teams.

TBWAChiatDay Values

Our ambition is to create ideas for our clients that lift their businesses and brands.

Ideas are our business. We believe that great ideas can come from anywhere.

Certain attitudes define how we work and are important in what we seek for our culture.

TBWAChiatDay Attitudes

Curiosity: Be open minded to ideas wherever they come; curious people are often unafraid of change;

Collaboration: Self-confidence without a big ego; work with all types of people;

Integrity: What we say is what we do; it is honesty and respect in our dealings with people;

Resourcefulness: To find ways to do whatever we have to do for our clients, and our people.

The annual salary range for this role is $120,000-$160,000 and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location and experience. Other compensation includes relocation costs, if applicable.

Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock purchase, vacation, sick and personal days, Also, you will be eligible (approximately thirty days after you commence employment) to participate in all disability, life, travel insurance plans and programs, retirement plans subject to the terms and conditions of such benefit plans. Please don’t let our posted ranges keep you from exploring this or any other exciting opportunities within TBWA.

TBWAChiatDay

he Dallas Morning News is seeking a dynamic and audience-focused, watchdog-minded and innovative assistant business editor excited by the challenge of driving digital news coverage in one of the most vibrant business markets in the nation.

Dallas-Fort Worth, the nation’s fourth-largest metro market, is a business journalist’s dream. It’s loaded with Fortune 500 headquarters, a growing biotech scene and the corporate offices of an estimated 10,000 companies. It’s where business touches every aspect of life.

The assistant editor will join a high-performing 10-person business team and lead a group of reporters covering topics such as retail, real estate, aviation and diverse business communities. The News competes with local, state and national newsrooms, requiring this editor to deftly manage quick-turn stories with high-impact journalism that makes The News the go-to source for news.

How will you know if you’re the right fit? First and foremost, you’ll have a track record of leading reporters with varying levels of experience to outstanding accomplishments, accountability journalism that surprises and fosters change and possess a mastery for how to engage new and existing readers.

Other key traits:

• You enjoy working in a highly-collaborative environment with reporters, photographers and audience and planning hubs to produce stories across platforms that engage and retain subscribers and extend our brand to new readers.
• You’re comfortable finding stories from trending topics and social media, and skilled at analyzing and interpreting digital metrics to inform coverage decisions.
• You elevate reporters’ work by helping them spot in-depth enterprise and investigative angles.
• You’re a master of SEO best practices and ways to optimize a story’s digital presentation, from writing compelling headlines to building in links, tags and visual elements to further engage readers.

Here’s our list of preferred skills and experience: (Please note this is not a checklist of requirements, but should be considered as a pool of preferred qualifications. If you can already do some of these things, great. If you’re excited about figuring out how to do all of them, great! We’d love to hear from you either way.”.)

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
• Five to 10 years of previous business reporting or editing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Texas business is a plus.
• Edit stories with a digital-first emphasis and ensure they’re reported fairly, accurately and thoroughly, with compelling writing.

Here’s our list of preferred skills and experience: (Please note this is not a checklist of requirements, but should be considered as a pool of preferred qualifications. If you can already do some of these things, great. If you’re excited about figuring out how to do all of them, great! We’d love to hear from you either way.”.)

• At least two years’ related experience in reporting and editing is ideal, as well as a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
• Demonstrated strong writing skills.
• Prior education reporting or experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with Texas education is a plus.
• Knowing how to use Excel, Access or other data tools is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish is an advantage.

The Dallas Morning News recognizes that different perspectives and backgrounds drive the innovation and ideas that are essential to our business success. To that end, we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. Diversity, equity and inclusion will be embedded in the hiring, promotion and development of our employees, in reaching diverse audiences with our content, and in choosing the companies with which we do business.

News you can use regarding Dallas Morning News: The Dallas Morning News is Texas’ leading daily newspaper with a bedrock journalistic reputation, intense regional focus and close community ties. We are dedicated to covering the issues that impact everyday lives in North Texas. More than 12 million people a month read The News’ content published in print, online or digitally. Founded in 1885, The News maintains one of the largest newsrooms in Texas and has won nine Pulitzer Prizes.

We believe our community is best served by a diverse organization that fosters an inclusive work environment for people from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age or sexual orientation.

Benefit Offerings:

• Internal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
• Internal Culture Committee
• Leadership Development Programs
• Annual Unconscious Bias Training
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Monthly Webinars addressing Health & Wealth for all employees
• Medical/Dental and Vision insurance
• MDLive Telemedicine 24/7/365 access to board certified doctors via computer or phone
• FMLA and Parental Leave
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Retirement benefits, including employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• 18 Paid Time Off Days
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 8 Hours Community Service Time Off

The Dallas Morning News

Audio Advice is the fastest-growing audio consumer electronics company in the US. Our 40 years of experience delivering and integrating home technology has enabled Audio Advice to develop a best-in-class eCommerce website. Over the past few years, Audio Advice has become a national leader in the online home audio & home theater landscape.

We are seeking a full-time Video & Photography Producer to be a visual storyteller and creative leader who will work to strategize, produce, shoot, host, and edit video content for distribution across all marketing channels. This is an on-site/hybrid position and applicants must be based in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina with a willingness to work in our Raleigh, NC showroom.

Position Overview:

If you’re looking for a place to combine your love of creativity, videography, photography, and high-performance electronics, Audio Advice is the perfect fit for you! As part of the Audio Advice marketing & eCommerce team, you will work with incredible high-end home audio & home theater brands to develop & translate assets into engaging, cutting-edge videos for the Audio Advice eCommerce website, YouTube channel, emails, and social media channels. This position requires a high level of flexibility and interpersonal skills as you will get to work with multiple internal teams and suppliers in the fast-paced, ever-changing eCommerce environment.

What you’ll do:

• Bring complicated topics & technical concepts to life visually, simply, and succinctly through video, audio, & photography
• Work with subject matter experts to plan, film, & edit engaging videos — including but not limited to product reviews, customer showcase videos, video ads, event recaps, social shorts, and any other videos required for Audio Advice’s website and social channels
• Develop short-form video ads and “snackable” multimedia content for social & marketing channels
• Photograph, edit, resize & optimize photos for digital use on eCommerce website, marketplaces, & marketing channels
• Execute & own the Audio Advice YouTube content, posting, SEO, and growth strategies
• Strategize, test, track, and report on engagement, reach, CTRs, feedback, and other video KPIs based on business objectives
• Other assignments and special projects as required

What you need:

• Experience with principles & practices used in all stages of video production (script writing, shot lists, storyboarding, camera work, coaching on-camera talent, audio, editing, etc..)
• Knowledge of field & studio lighting and audio recording techniques techniques
• Strong understanding of YouTube/TikTok strategy & SEO best practices for growing a channel’s subscribers and viewership
• Fluency with professional cameras (Sony A7S II), various HD and SD formats, pre-production/planning, studio and field production
• Expert in digital video editing, still and motion graphics design, and video compression for multiple delivery platforms (Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere, After Effects)
• Understanding of brand identity and visual standards in the digital marketing space, ability to deliver a cohesive visual aesthetic for video across platforms
• Skilled at image/video curation, visual storytelling, & photo manipulation, a passion for storytelling and high-quality original content
• Ability to clearly and effectively articulate thoughts and ideas both verbally and in writing
• Willing and able to take and implement creative direction and feedback
• Excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar and punctuation skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, switch priorities quickly, and adjust schedule to meet multiple deadlines
• Highly motivated with the ability to multitask and prioritize, but knows when to escalate issues or ask for help
• Aptitude for working both individually and collaboratively in an environment that values creativity and flexibility
• Self-motivated mindset with ability to research and learn on the job
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solver with ability to thrive in fast-paced, time sensitive environment and respond quickly to design challenges and new business needs

What you can mention to help you stand out:

• Animation / Motion Graphics Experience
• Passion for high-performance home audio & electronics
• Experience writing content
• Experience working in eCommerce
• Experience with luxury/high-end brands

 Position Characteristics

• Desire to compete and win
• An eye for detail
• Flexible and adaptive
• Process-oriented
• A passion for innovating and learning
• Thrives under deadline and adjusts to shifting priorities with ease

Audio Advice Core Values:

          Embrace Responsibility

            Act with Integrity

   Lead through Service

          Strive for Excellence

Interested in working with us? We’re always looking for passionate, talented folks to join our team! Email your cover letter, portfolio, and resume to [email protected].

Audio Advice

PR Account Manager

We’re looking for a PR Account Manager to join our vibrant agency, working on PR & communication briefs across a number of diverse and rewarding client accounts.

You’ll be a confident, ambitious and empathetic team member and natural leader, skilled at working at pace and with agility across multiple clients and disciplines. You’ll be an experienced PR Account Manager with proven skills in media relations, PR strategy, social media, and ideally stakeholder relations. You’ll also possess a proactive, can-do attitude and bring high levels of positivity to the workplace.

In addition, you’ll have commercial acumen and a demonstrable ability to deliver creative campaigns with measurable return on investment for clients across a wide variety of different industry sectors.

The role offers the chance for strong personal development and career progression and would suit an individual who thrives in a team environment and shares our agency values.

We offer hybrid working patterns, with two days per week based in our head office in Dorset and the rest as flexible / remote working. If you’re further afield, we’re open a more remote based role for the right candidate.

Candidate Profile

• Several years of current experience in public relations at Account Manager level, within a PR or comms agency setting, ideally encompassing both consumer & B2B disciplines

• The ability to confidently manage multiple client accounts across multiple sectors

• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate proactively and effectively with diverse audiences

• A brilliant communicator who quickly builds client and media relationships

• Proven media relations success on a regional and national level

• A strong knowledge of strategic and tactical delivery, understanding client commercial objectives and translating these into effective PR plans with measurable results

• Flawless writing skills, with the ability to write persuasive, compelling copy for different sectors and audiences across a variety of different platforms – press releases, blogs, newsletters, social, etc

• Strong team ethos and creative drive

• Line management and team development skills

• Experience in paid social / digital marketing advantageous

Key responsibilities

• Managing a variety of projects/clients 

• PR strategy development

• Ensuring day-to-day account delivery to a high standard

• Developing and implementing multi-channel communications plans and strategies

• Drafting & selling in press releases and features

• Managing effective client & team relationships

• Researching and report writing

• Planning, organising and attending meetings & events

• Demonstrating a clear understanding of budgets & profitability, managing your client accounts effectively from a resourcing and cost perspective

• Supervising junior members of staff & contributing to their professional development

Salary: up to £35,000.00 PA DOE + benefits

About Liz Lean PR

We are one of the leading PR and communications agencies in the south and have been delivering for clients for 25 years, from our stunning beachside base in Sandbanks with unbeatable views and lifestyle opportunities. We are entering an exciting phase of growth and development and our services are in demand more than ever. We have the privilege of working with leading regional and national brands, across a multitude of sectors, providing the full spectrum of PR and communications solutions.

From healthcare to hospitality, Fintech to theme parks, we get under the skin of each brand, developing bespoke communications strategies which deliver outstanding results for our clients.

Our stunning beachside location is just one of the reasons that LLPR is a great place to work; our focus on personal growth and wellbeing forms the heart of our supportive team culture. We’ve been named finalists in the PRCA Workplace Champions awards for two years running, due to our fantastic culture and dedication to making LLPR an outstanding agency in which to thrive and build a career.

Benefits include:

Tailored professional development roadmaps, including a personal budget for external training and qualifications

Paid-for CIPR membership & CPD plans

Hybrid working model and remote-friendly working practices

Paid-for parking / subsidised public transport, for when you’re in the office

Annual creativity and wellbeing budget to spend how you choose on personal activities, outside of work

Jump on our complimentary paddleboards, roll out a yoga mat, or kick off a game of rounders at our beachside office

Regular team socials : dining out, cocktails, socialising

Dog friendly offices

Your birthday off, each year, and a celebratory drink on us

Wellness initiatives : meditation and yoga apps & classes

Regular team activity weeks : creativity, learning, development & social activities

Milestone celebrations : for the agency and our team members. We love a party!

Regular team-based activities to top up the creative fuel tanks

Mental health first aid training

Healthy snacks and fruit in the office (and treats… we all need them now and then)

Liz Lean PR

Information about the organization

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a federally chartered, nonpartisan institution that was created by the US Congress to serve as America’s national memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and an educational institution dedicated to the history and lessons of the Holocaust. The Museum seeks to educate Americans from all 50 states and all walks of life as well as international audiences. The Museum has three areas of expertise: Holocaust remembrance, Holocaust scholarship and education, and genocide prevention.

In carrying out its important memorial and educational mission, the Museum is guided by its institutional values for our workplace: Honor the memory of the victims; carry out our work with dignity, humility, integrity and respect for others; and strive for excellence through teamwork, rigor, and a culture of continuous learning. Consistent respect for others is the foundation for trust, collegiality and inclusion.

Information about the role

The Marketing Communications (MARCOM) Office is seeking a creative individual to join our team to help build an ever-expanding, active global audience that understands the relevance of the Holocaust and embraces the vision of a world where people confront hatred, prevent genocide and promote human dignity.

This position is located in the Strategic Initiatives and Programming (SIP) division. The incumbent will produce digital and in-person programs in support of the MARCOM omni-channel content strategy. SIP produces in-person and digital programs, as well as on-demand digital content, to advance institutional priorities and raise awareness of Holocaust history and its lessons for new generations. The position will be responsible for producing multimedia programs for general audiences rooted in key themes and events in Holocaust history. The incumbent will be required to produce in-person programming at the Museum, external venues, live and pre-recorded virtual programs, audio-first programs as well as reformatting and repurposing content to reach and attract new audiences.

This is a full-time donated position (non-Federal) paid with the Museum’s private funds. Salary is commensurate with experience.

This position is located in Washington, DC and is hybrid-telework eligible, within the local commuting area of the Museum worksite.

Duties, and Responsibilities for the role

• Generate and pitch compelling program ideas for live, pre-recorded and packaged formats.
• Lead program development of in-person, live, digital and pre-recorded programs. This includes developing the program outlines / run of show, introductory remarks and conversation guides and scripts. Additionally, programs may need to be repurposed and customized for different geographic audiences and new outlets/formats.
• Conduct primary research to identify topics, talent, digital archival visuals, and other resources
• while ensuring that all materials meet Museum’s standards and practices.
• Research and engage with new venues/audience acquisition partners for existing series as well as new programming opportunities.
• Lead on-site production to include ensuring audio/visual needs are met and directing technical staff.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners on program details including, but not limited to, managing communications and logistics with speakers, arranging venues and involving relevant affinity and community partners.
• Draft materials including emails, social media copy and photo selection to market programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for the role

• 5+ years of experience in developing thought-provoking, public-affairs style multimedia programs and content in a variety of formats including live or recorded for broadcast TV, podcasts, conferences or related formats.
• Proven ability to collaborate with a variety of teams including, but not limited to: historians, technical production, site logistics, content marketing, media specialists, special event and project management colleagues.
• Knowledge of, and experience in, program development and content selection.
• Ability to develop partnerships and/or collaborate with external organizations toward common goals or shared events.
• Experience educating a wide ranging audience regarding the relevance of topics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strength in strategic communications to include the ability to articulate concepts and develop strategic plans to advance content strategy.
• Project management experience including the ability to develop timelines and track progress of projects.
• Experience in guiding senior leaders and peers through all aspects of program and content planning, promotion, production, and post event analysis.
• Public affairs or cultural event production experience including the ability to develop thought- provoking, multimedia educational programs in a variety of formats.
• Ability to travel within the U.S. 20-25% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, History, English, Liberal Arts or related study.
• Expertise in television, radio, podcasts or other digital short-form storytelling including, writing, producing and / or editing multimedia content.
• Knowledge of the Holocaust and World War II history.
• An understanding of the Mission and work of the Museum.

The application deadline for this position is March 6, 2023.

Interested applicants must send their resume and cover letter, that highlights they have programs produced. Applications without these requirements will not be considered.

The Museum is committed to cultivating and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion (DEAI).

Benefits Highlights:

The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum values employee wellness, work-life balance and the diversity of what this means for individual employees in life and work. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for benefits-eligible employees that includes generous paid leave benefits, health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, a health savings account with an employer contribution, 403(b) retirement plan with a generous employer match and contribution, group term and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability, commuter subsidy, access to two employee assistance programs, as well as voluntary critical illness and accident insurance coverage, long-term care and pet insurance options. Our policies also support telework and other flexible schedule options based on the job, work and team collaboration requirements.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

MMGY Grifco is a leading public relations firm specialising in international luxury travel and lifestyle PR. It is a creative, boutique, PR company which nurtures the needs of its travel, spa and beauty clients. As part of the MMGY Global family, Grifco’s clients have access to an international communications practice across all marketing channels – providing a holistic and fully integrated solution to marketing needs.

Based in London, we currently have a fantastic fixed-term opportunity for an ambitious, curious and creative Interim PR Account Manager to join our team, covering during a period of maternity leave, to act as a senior contact for clients. Reporting into the Senior Associate Director, The role of the Account Director is to direct their team across clients, ensuring the successful implementation of PR plans and strategy

The primary job duties and responsibilities include:

Client liaison

The Account Director liaises with clients mainly regarding strategy, planning, VIP media and any trouble shooting that may be required, as well as during conference calls and meetings where required by their team.

Team progress and workload

It is important for the Account Director to monitor the workload and progress of their team and report feedback to senior management where necessary. The Account Director allocates tasks amongst the whole team together with the Account Manager.

When needed, take the lead in interviewing for new team members.

Identify skills gaps and training needs amongst the team and present solutions to the senior team.

PR Planning

The Account Director takes charge of creating annual PR plans for clients, thinking strategically and brainstorming ideas for clients together with their team.

Pitching Ideas and Opportunity Generation

You are responsible for leading proactive story pitching at editor level and creating key opportunities for “glory” coverage for your clients, supported by your team.

Building The Database

The Account Director continually makes new media contacts for the agency and keeps front of mind amongst main contacts at key national and glossy outlets.

Group Press Trips

Allocating group press trips amongst the team to ensure staff have a fair amount of travel opportunities and as many members of the team as possible see clients first-hand. Organising and escorting group press trips and new client FAM trips where necessary.

Crisis Management

Taking charge of crisis management as and when issues arrive, directly speaking to client and journalist or advising junior members of staff regarding suitable responses and required action. Escalating to Senior Leadership Team when necessary.

New Business

The Account Director will assist with new business proposal writing and pitch delivery as required by the senior team.

Grow client revenue.

Ensure all work is delivered to the highest quality within the client fee/budget. Monitor and address overservicing to improve capacity for the team. Manage team expectations in terms of salary and benefits, in accordance with annual budgets and client revenue. Provide insights to the senior team for financial forecasting and planning.

About you

At MMGY Global we believe that to go places as a company, we must give others the opportunity to shine. We strive to create a vibrant, open, collaborative work environment where people can be and bring their best selves to work.

• Five years experience in PR or a similar role is required
• Previous knowledge or experience in the travel industry is essential
• Commercial insight – Should have an understanding of each client’s business activities, key issues and competitive advantage and be able to identify opportunities to promote the client and their activities based on these platforms.
• Strategic Thinking – Should be able to identify additional opportunities for delivering the client message outside the standard press release, case study and feature.
• Creative Thinking – Should lead brainstorming sessions and actively explore different avenues for a client based on a particular brief. Should be able to develop engaging and relevant content for social media feeds.
• Time Management – Can manage own workload, set and work to own deadlines.
• Copywriting – Demonstrate good written skills with a true understanding of the client’s brief by effectively communicating the key message in simple, concise copy that is relevant to the reader. It is expected that the line manager/client will make minimal changes to the copy.
• Presentation Skills – Should be articulate and be able to present ideas and proposals to clients, when required. Should be able to communicate with contacts at all levels.
• Trouble Shooting – Client should feel confident that any problem is being given due attention and that immediate action is being taken
• Should demonstrate initiative and ensure that client communications and issues are tackled promptly or a senior person is briefed immediately, so this can be handled as soon as possible.
• Team management – should have experience of managing a team
• Financial management – should have an understanding of how team revenue relates to the success of the business and suggest ways to improve business performance and growth.

This is a fixed-term position covering during maternity leave.

Our industry-leading benefits

• A flexible hybrid work schedule of 3 days in office and 2 days at home
• Generous annual holiday package including 25 days of annual leave, birthday day off (can be taken any day during your month of birth), 2 floating holidays and year-end holiday break over the Christmas period.
• Private medical, life and income protection insurance and pension scheme contribution from the company
• Lively social calendar with numerous activities and events to take part in.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Industry-exclusive travel perks
• Go Explore! Global Travel Reward Programme: we offer exciting anniversary travel benefits that kick in after 2 years. We want our employees to go see the world – and help pay for it.

MMGY Global