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Job Title: Communications Director – Automotive Specialty

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an accomplished, reliable, and polished Communications Director to become part of our prestigious team. This position requires a professional with experience managing ultra-high net worth clients, and those familiar with or that possess a passion for luxury and performance automobiles. Your role will include answering calls and emails, maintaining detailed client information records, deploying marketing materials, and proactively managing response rates to hit engagement targets for our clients’  experiential marketing programs. Attention to detail, excellent communication sklll and a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products is essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Professionally manage all incoming campaign calls and emails, with a same day response timeframe
2. Register high-profile clients for our experiential marketing programs with discretion and accuracy, maintaining a luxury service standard.
3. Use experience and discernment to qualify guests for our experiential marketing programs that require a prospect acquisition component
4. Dispatch marketing materials to invitation lists both via mail merge and one to one outreach
5. Initiate outbound calls and emails to stimulate interest in our experiential marketing proram, 
6. Strategic response handling to ensure goals are hit, working closely with partnership colleague to ensure a steady flow of interest from appropriately qualified clientele
7. Create and manage comprehensive spreadsheets to track detailed client information and interactions.
8. Utilize spreadsheets for meticulous reporting of client activities, ensuring precise data input and interpretation.
9. Deliver client facing post event reporting in a timely manner to include; data, imagery and opinions
10. Maintain an open flow of communication with your colleagues in Production to ensure data recorded for our programs is appropriately disseminated to the team; examples include but are not limited to; accommodation requirements, arrival and departure times, dietary requirements and vehicle information
11. Collaborate with the entire team to optimize process and strengthen client relationships.
12. Maintain a tidy and comfortable office environment
13. Assist attendees during live events with the registration process.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
2. At least three years of experience in a luxury service environment , preferably in customer service or sales
3. Experience managing the demands of  ultra-high net worth individuals
4. Knowledge of the luxury automotive space, enough to be able to qualify prospects for key OEMs
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for sophisticated spreadsheet creation and management.
6. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
7. Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
8. Exemplary customer service skills, with the capacity to engage and maintain strong relationships with clients by phone and email
9. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost level of integrity and confidentiality.
10. Proven ability to work effectively in a team-based environment as well as independently.
11. Effective Multi-tasker

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office setting. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and  phones.

Physical Demands:

While largely a sedentary role, some light physical activity. This would require the ability to lift, bend, or stand on a stool as necessary.

Travel Requirements:

It is preferred that the successful candidate be in a position to travel to our live event programs to serve as a front of house specialist, travel expectancy approximately 20%.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, with typical work hours from Monday through Friday, 9.30 a.m. to 630 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours.

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

Interluxe Group

About Us:

Join our dynamic team in Orlando, FL, and be part of a pioneering force in the industrial real estate sector. We’re experts in acquiring, developing, and managing industrial properties across prime markets in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.

Role Overview:

Reporting directly to our CEO and President, you’ll find a unique opportunity as a Communications Manager. Operating under a non-exempt FLSA status, your mission will be to elevate our brand’s presence both online and through traditional media channels. With a focus on public relations and social media strategies, you’ll design and implement comprehensive communication plans. Dive into the industrial development industry and grasp hands-on experience, with ample prospects for professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate relationships with regional press to secure consistent media coverage in our Southeast market.
• Assess and interpret performance metrics across social media and traditional platforms.
• Develop and manage a spectrum of content, encompassing press releases, media alerts, newsletters, email campaigns, and social media posts.
• Conduct in-depth research to inform and optimize PR strategies.
• Identify and create captivating human-interest stories aligned with our brand narrative.
• Foster positive associations with media representatives, vendors, and internal team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related fields.
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing or communications roles.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe InDesign.
• A strong affinity for commercial real estate development, land development, or brokerage is advantageous.
• Exceptional writing skills tailored for diverse consumer and business audiences.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Ascendo Resources

Company Description

Set in the heart of downtown Miami, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is committed to welcoming and connecting ALL people to the arts, to the Arsht Center, and to each other. Since opening in 2006, the Arsht Center, a 501C3 nonprofit organization, has been a catalyst for billions of dollars in new development in the downtown area, a leader in programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity, a host venue for historic events and Miami’s hub for arts education.

Each year, we serve more than 50,000 young learners and offer more than 100 culturally diverse and inclusive education programs. Our 300+ annual events include our Knight Masterworks Classical Music series featuring magnificent orchestras and soloists from around the world; the very best musicals direct from New York for Broadway in Miami; Jazz Roots, the largest jazz series in South Florida; our award-winning, Miami-made Theater Up Close program; Flamenco Festival Miami; brilliant work from our many Arts Partners and local artists, and much more.

For more information, visit arshtcenter.org.

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Senior Director, Programming the Engagement Manager (EM) coordinates all aspects of client/Artist needs for Center events and performances. Each event at the Center is assigned an Engagement Manager. The day-to-day scope of responsibilities includes all coordination involving artistic services; extensive planning, scheduling and coordination of support services equipment, travel and hospitality requests for external and internal users of the facilities.

While maintaining high visibility during assigned events and in coordination with the Program Directors, the EM serves as the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts representative to the client or artist in the planning and execution of these events and performances and during the actual event. The EM uses sound judgment and makes decisions to avoid confusion or delay that could result in additional operating expense. The EM coordinates with appropriate Arsht Center departments for event execution. He/she/they will resolve problems and communicate solutions to appropriate departments. The EM is also responsible for coordinating and collecting all corresponding financial documents related to each event and assist the Finance Department with event settlement.

Responsibilities

• Manages the logistical requirements of events and productions in the Center, including planning, organizing,
• Coordinates all phases of event or production planning across multiple departments up to and including settlement and bill payment of all assigned events.
• Effectively communicates event details, potential conflicts and requirement to Program Directors and other applicable departments.
• Works closely with Program Directors and all pertinent Arsht Center departments and outside vendors to fulfill client/renters expectations and needs for a successful event or production.
• Prepares post event reports at the conclusion of each event.
• Monitors event budgets as determined by Program Directors to insure compliance and collects and submits all settlement paperwork from all departments for each event to the Finance Department.
• Submits all approved payment, wire transfers and check requests to Finance Department.
• Creates support documentation for sponsorship usage.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and the hours required to fulfill the principal duties and responsibilities of the position.

Ideal Experience

• Fluency in Spanish
• Understanding of collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and to establish priorities.
• Experience in stage management, company management and/or tour management.
• Highly computer literate and comfortable with new computer programs

Personal Characteristics

The Engagement Manager should be:

• Action-oriented; a doer
• Affable, easy to get to know
• Determined and persistent
• Highly energetic
• Dedicated to accomplishing the organization’s goals

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, communicate, and use repetitive motions.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee may frequently lift and or move 40 pounds of materials.
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from multiple people and interact with the public and other staff.

Suggestions for candidates and expressions of interest should be addressed to:

Email: [email protected], with Engagement Manager on search in the title line.

Note: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Adrienne Arsht Center as the requirements of the job change.

The Adrienne Arsht Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented both onstage and off.

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

Job Title: Communications Manager 

Reports to: Executive Director 

Supervises: N/A

Employment Status: Full-Time In-Person (40 hrs/wk)

CircEsteem values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. CircEsteem is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Summary:

CircEsteem’s mission is to unite youth across all backgrounds and identities by fostering self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice and performance of the circus arts. CircEsteem promotes the development of self-esteem, personal success and empowerment by (i) promoting the practice of circus arts; (ii) uniting youth from varying backgrounds; (iii) providing social and emotional skill building; (iv) providing youth opportunities to participate in leadership training which results in paid opportunities throughout their participation with CircEsteem. We are looking to hire a confident communicator with strong writing and layout and design skills who can work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects at once. This role will be responsible creating design collateral for CircEsteem programs and promotions, managing social media channels and publishing regular newsletters. Candidates should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

CircEsteem is a 100% in-person work place located in Uptown. This position will require a person to travel around Chicago frequently visiting programs and events to represent and record CircEsteem activities.

Responsibilities:

• Create and distribute all external communications for the organization, including promotional
• material for classes and events, managing social media content and postings.
• Gather information and develop informational newsletters to be sent digitally each month.
• Support the Development Department with design elements for fundraising collateral.
• Manage CircEsteem’s website
• Manage marketing budget for the agency
• Promote special events, including fundraising activities and youth performances
• Manage and optimize Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to ensure high traffic web presence
• Create and distribute press releases for public events

Requirements:

Communications

• Skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications.  
• Ability to convey complex ideas through brief, simple materials

Collaboration

• Effective at working with others to reach common goals and objectives

Relationship building

• Skilled at establishing and cultivating strong relationships with peers, across different levels of the organization and externally.

Experience

• Applicants should have at least 4 years of experience in a communications or marketing
• position
• Applicants should possess skills in graphic design, writing, and basic video editing

Compensation and Benefits

• Scheduled 40 hours per week, year round
• Annual salary: $50,000
• Generous Benefit Allowance including: 
• Health Insurance and/or Employer contributions toward a 403b retirement account 
• 20 days of PTO, 10 days of paid public holidays
• 3-months paid parental leave
• Quarterly Mental Health Stipend

Apply Now: If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: Molly Smith, at: [email protected].

CircEsteem, Inc

Keen to become part of a truly global, collaborative team of professionals? Your journey begins here.

Summary

This Public Relations Manager position will have a primary focus on the firm’s largest practice group – Corporate & Finance. This includes a number of different practice areas including M&A, Capital Markets, Private Equity. The role will also focus on profile for a number of our Americas office, in particular the profile for the Washington D.C. office in the D.C. market, one of the firm’s headquarters. They will also take responsibility for PR for a couple of our key sectors in the U.S. – Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Sports, Media & Entertainment.

This position is in the global PR team, which operates as a single team, and is part of the global Corporate Communications team, which is part of the global Marketing & Business Development (M&BD) team. The direct reporting line for the role is to the Americas Public Relations Senior Manager, who is based in New York and who in turn reports to the Head of Communications. The PR Manager will have some support from the firm’s PR Coordinator, also based in Washington, and our PR Specialist based in Louisville, Kentucky. The U.S. PR team also has a significant amount of support from a PR agency.

Hogan Lovells is a leading global law firm. Our distinctive market position is founded on the exceptional breadth of our practice, on deep industry knowledge, and on our ‘one team’ worldwide approach. Our 2,600 lawyers work together with clients to solve the toughest legal issues in major industries and commercial centers around the world. Whether they are expanding into new markets, considering capital from new sources, or dealing with increasingly complex regulation or disputes, we help them stay on top of risks and opportunities, operating at the intersection of business and government.

Our people are the key to our success, and that is why we recruit and retain the most talented individuals in all parts of our firm.

OBJECTIVES

• Develop the profile of the Corporate & Finance practice – this includes M&A, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Real Estate, REITs, Tax and Pensions. The firm is known in the market for some of the largest deals and a reasonable portion of the Manager’s time will be focused on drafting deals releases and getting profile for our transactions team.
• Develop the profile of the firm’s Washington D.C. office, with local D.C. press and stakeholders.
• Take responsibility for profile raising for a number of our key sectors in the U.S. – Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Sports, Media & Entertainment.
• Develop the profile of a number of our other offices in the Americas – we have 14 offices in the U.S, and the PR team each take responsibility for building a relationship with different offices.

Job Description

• Take responsibility for profile raising for the firm’s Corporate & Finance practice, Washington D.C. office, Life Sciences & Healthcare and Sports, Media & Entertainment sectors, and a couple of other Americas offices (e.g. Northern Virginia, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Denver)
• Work closely with M&BD colleagues in relevant practice groups/sectors and around the world on developing and supporting profile raising.
• Support the firm’s lateral hire announcements, particularly for Corporate & Finance in the U.S.
• Support other firmwide announcements e.g. promotions, financial results, etc – these larger communications projects are shared amongst the global PR team.
• Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders – partners, MBD team, management, People team, Knowledge team, etc.
• Demonstrate strong relationships with local, national, and trade press, and implement a media contacts program for relevant practices/sectors – help them and other spokespeople build and maintain relationships, and prepare them for interviews.
• Identify potential news, topics, and comment opportunities. Responsible for driving the quantity and quality of media coverage for the firm and the region.
• Draft and distribute briefing notes and press releases, set up journalist round tables and briefings, and commission articles (and write/edit articles when required).
• Work with other M&BD colleagues in managing the quality of and preparing submissions for awards entries – these are mostly managed by our PR Specialist in Louisville but the PR Manager will be involved in sometimes reviewing entries or coordinating ideas for entry.
• Act as an ambassador of the firm, and of the communications team, both internally and externally.
• Develop, contribute to, and oversee production of marketing communications materials relevant to PR activities both regionally and industry-focused.
• Work alongside other members of the M&BD team to monitor competitor activity and brief stakeholders on profile raising activities of competitors.
• Report on PR activity to practice area heads, M&BD team, and Americas Public Relations Senior Manager.
• Coordinate with the Americas Public Relations Senior Manager and PR Coordinator in Washington on PR agency support – including supporting the agency with identify key topics, partners to work with, target publications, setting them KPIs, and ensuring we have high quality and regular reporting.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Educate the partnership in media relations best practice and deliver in-house media relations training to lawyers as and when required.
• Deputize for the Americas Public Relations Senior Manager when required.
• All members of the firm are encouraged to participate in our Global Citizenship program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 4-5 years of public relations experience required.
• Law firm experience a bonus. PR agency and journalism background a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent relationships with relevant journalists.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
• Proactive approach to media relations, utilizing strategy, planning, and execution skills.
• Proven sound judgment for media relations issues.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
• Effective interpersonal and team working skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Understanding of legal and business concepts or the ability to learn them quickly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• BA or BS in a related field is helpful.
• Master’s degree a plus.

HOURS

Core Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Must be flexible to work additional hours.

This job description sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or protected Veteran status.

HLUS requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive a legally required exemption from HLUS, as a condition of employment. HLUS will ask candidates to verify their vaccination status only after a conditional offer of employment is made. Applicants should not provide information about their vaccination status or need for exemption prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment from HLUS.

All vacancies are open to direct applicants. Recruitment agencies; please be advised that we have a preferred supplier list in place for all roles.
Hogan Lovells

Media Director

About Us

Designsensory is a leading branding, advertising and digital agency. We combine strategy, content, design and technology to help organizations create memorable branding and advertising. Our original and award-winning work has helped build and grow brands since 2001.

Designsensory is seeking a highly motivated, skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Media Director. The Media Director will lead the Media team and be the face of the Media department to our clients and organization. You will collaborate and coordinate across multiple internal teams to ensure that client needs are not only met, but exceeded.

About You

• Previous work experience as a Media Director at an agency for (2+) years.
• MBA, MS or MA in Media, Marketing, Communications, Strategic Management, Executive Leadership or similar relevant field a plus, but not required.
• Must have previous experience in high-level strategic planning and execution of integrated Traditional & Paid Media marketing plans, 3+ years experience here preferred.
• Outstanding time management & organizational skills that help the Media team master organizational strategies to drive effectiveness and performance.
• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Role & Responsibilities

• Media Expertise & Strategic Innovation
• Interpret and read macro trends (political, economic, sociocultural, technological, demographic) & determine how these trends will impact our organization, team, and clients. Lead regular discussion around this.
• Stay up to date with innovative trends in paid media and help each role on our team stay up to date on insights related to their job description. 
• Analyze the competitive landscape to carve out a strong market position and competitive advantage for our clients.
• Develop the strategy for new campaigns and ensure a cohesive message across campaigns.
• Ability to plan and buy, and negotiate with media channels and vendors to close deals, as needed.
• Lead Media Team & Workflow
• Oversee Media team Project Management using team and project planning tools.
• Consult with the VP regarding decisions on behalf of the Media team.
• Set expectations for the Media team based on organizational goals.
• Be a process person — work diligently to enforce processes for the Media team that work to improve cross-department synergy & efficiencies, positively impacting the overall operation of Designsensory and making room for growth.
• Ensure the Media team is staying in line with organizational goals including time tracking, project management, naming conventions, and other DS guidelines and standards.
• Work with Media Operations to ensure the team is operating in an efficient & beneficial way, including overseeing Billing Process, Account Ad Spend Pacing, and quarterly Actualizations.
• Lead Media team building efforts, hiring, team training & individual growth for each team member.
• Be a Designsensory Strategic Partner
• Work with Client Services, Intelligence, Business Development, Communications, Analytics, Design & other teams to secure new Paid Media revenue and integrate campaigns.
• Oversee all Designsensory client account media strategies at a high level.
• Prepare high-level deliverables including year over year insights for client accounts, to prepare the team and set the stage for yearly marketing plan builds.
• Provide guidance to the team on various aspects of managing and growing our accounts, including growing client account revenue through upsell opportunities, and maintaining overall client satisfaction.
• Develop long-term client account plans to accommodate the ever-changing environment we operate in. Roll these out to account teams bi-yearly.
• Represent Designsensory and the Media team during business development activities, such as contributing to presentations and participating in the pitch process. 

Pay: $122,000 – $132,000

Aim to hire for this position by: January 2024

Designsensory

Media Manager

About Us

Designsensory is a leading branding, advertising and digital agency. We combine strategy, content, design and technology to help organizations create memorable branding and advertising. Our original and award-winning work has helped build and grow brands since 2001.

Designsensory is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Media Manager. The Media Manager will lead the paid media buying and planning efforts, campaign & strategy optimizations, and general management for assigned client accounts. You will work with other members of the Media team to collaborate and coordinate across multiple internal teams to ensure that client needs are not only met, but exceeded.

About You

• 2+ years traditional broadcast & cable media buying experience. Freewheel Strata experience is a plus.
• 2+ years in-platform experience running paid advertising campaigns (Meta Ads, Google Ads, YouTube, Programmatic). Google Analytics experience is a plus.
• Ability to learn/self-teach new concepts quickly and apply them.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Mac iWork (Pages, Numbers, Keynote), and Google Workspace (Google Doc, Sheets) 
• Excellent written/verbal communication, time management & organizational skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Must be comfortable presenting to clients.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work in coordination with the Associate Media Director (AMD) and the Media team to assist to ensure assigned client account goals are on track, paid media accounts are optimized in-platform, campaigns are built and launched on time, alongside day-to-day operations.
• Work with the AMD to develop and execute media planning and buying for several clients, inclusive of traditional media (television, radio, print and out-of-home) and digital media (paid social, paid search, programmatic display and video).
• Proactively optimize media placements.
• Research industry trends and stay abreast of current and upcoming technology to support current and future media plans and share with the Media team.
• Keep up-to-date with audience preferences and proactively suggest new recommendations.
• Update and maintain media budgets and flowcharts for several clients.
• Ensure proper trafficking, creative allocation, and billing for several accounts.
• Prepare and present campaign reporting/recommendations for paid media independently and alongside other teams for integrated accounts.
• After proper training time, be able to manage smaller accounts mostly autonomously, without regular hands-on guidance from AMD/MD (will still have assistance from Media Buyer for builds and buys, and AMD for overall strategy planning and Q/As).
• This is a Mid-level role with potential to grow to Senior over a 1-2 year period.
• Salary dependent on skill background.

Pay: $55,000 – $65,000 

Aim to hire for this position by: September – October 2023

Designsensory

Planet Technology is seeking a Sr. Manager of Internal Communications join one of our well-known sporting goods manufacturers.

Pay Rate: $65.00/hr + Medical, Dental, Vision and more!

Location: Hybrid, Fairhaven, MA

Manager of Sr. Internal Communications Responsibilities:

• Serve as a proactive internal communications strategist and senior leadership counsel for internal communications,
• Develop and execute internal communications plans and programs with a key focus on the organization’s strategic priorities and business goals.
• Oversee various internal communications procedures and processes including digital communications strategy for Intranet, email distribution lists, and other internal communications processes,
• Oversee the creation and production of targeted internal communications, events, and program materials. Craft key communications and talking points.
• Encourage and support the use of gender-neutral language in all publications. Support elevation of the internal Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging messaging
• Engage and consult with internal clients at all levels of the organization on appropriate communications tactics and programs.
• Create, implement, and monitor metrics to measure effectiveness of communications and engagement initiatives and to develop action plans and objectives to continuously improve.
• Lead internal communication innovation to increase associate communication effectiveness.
• Develop and lead associate communications strategies that are effective and easy-to-use and understood by associates.
• Stay current on employee communications best practices and use survey results and senior management feedback to fine-tune current channels and develop new ones that add value.
• Identify opportunities to be externally acknowledged as a “Best Place to Work.”
• Provide communications counsel and advice to business partners, as needed, on key company initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues (especially External Communications) on key initiatives.
• Develop and execute communications plans on large scale special projects or other initiatives.
• Serve as a member of the crisis communication team and helps address internal associate communications for related events.

Manager of Sr. Internal Communications Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree ideally in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a PR/communications function required.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Team player, able to lead and work collaboratively at all levels and build partnerships with cross-functional teams. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must possess confidence and ability as a public relations counselor to all levels of management.
• Excellent organizational, planning, influence, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Must be articulate, sensitive to confidential information and have a high degree of integrity.
• Energetic self-starter.
• Must be persuasive and diplomatic in presenting ideas and managing their implementation.
• Ability to think quickly and analyze complex communication issues. Detail oriented.
• Ability to work well under pressure and able to meet deadlines.
• Strategic communications practitioner and hands-on contributor.
• Must be able to develop effective internal communications strategies and implement successful tactics to drive success among team.
• Must have a proven track record of success in developing and measuring communications strategies and tactics in support of business goals.
• Proven track record of success in developing creative associate communication campaigns.
• Experience in successfully managing crisis communications.

Planet Technology

ABOUT CONFIDANT

Confidant is a creative and strategic communications agency named for the role we play with brands. We’re an experienced team of big agency defectors paving the way for a new, agile communications agency model. With a vision for serving clients better through smaller, more dedicated teams of experienced and well-cared for professionals, Confidant is built to serve strong in-house teams with big agency thinking and boutique agency agility. With offices in NYC (PR Studio) and Nashville (Creative Studio), clients include Amazon, Diageo, Sony, SunPower, Shake Shack, BarkBox, Getaway, Perfect Day and MadeGood. Confidant has been recognized at industry awards, including Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2021 & 2023, PRWeek’s Best Boutique Agency 2021 (Honorable Mention); PRovoke’s Outstanding Boutique Agency (Finalist); PRovoke’s Top 5 Micro Boutique Agencies to Work For (2021, 2022 & 2023); PRNews Agency Elite Top 100 (2021 & 2022) and PR Net’s 2023 Next Gen Awards. Learn more at confidant.co.

WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT

·     Experienced: A hands-on, seasoned team – no entry level employees

·     Strategic: Insights-based strategy aligned to client business goals

·     Impactful: Set up to dive deep and focused on results

·     Integrated: Multichannel storytelling mindset and capabilities

·     Transparent: Upfront about expectations on all fronts

·     Agile: Smaller, dedicated teams delivering more, with less overhead

JOB DESCRIPTION

Confidant is looking for a corporate PR manager in Seattle. This role will support social impact, corporate communications and thought leadership initiatives that leverage client executives, corporate social responsibility efforts and industry trends to promote our client’s stories across owned and earned channels. The ideal candidate will have PR agency experience that includes executive communications, thought leadership and corporate communications work supporting large Seattle-area companies, and experience working with local Seattle media. Experience driving earned media around around key industry trends is critical. Candidates must be excellent writers, strong earned media strategists and have experience placing coverage with consumer and business media.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Media Relations

• Develop earned storytelling strategies and materials, inclusive of editorial calendars, industry trends and timely pitches
• Own media opportunities from start to finish
• Identify and develop key stories for media pitching; conduct interviews with clients and pertinent spokespeople to inform written materials
• Cultivate and maintain strong media relationships, both in consumer and business niches – especially in the Seattle area – and share media intel regularly
• Provide input into client PR plans
• Create targeted media lists that result in great placements
• Develop and pitch client and other storylines and announcements
• Assist with preparing executives for interviews and media training
• Track and create comprehensive coverage reports, including both traditional and social
• Draft social media content and recommend assets to use
• Actively participate in agency brainstorm sessions for client programs

Client Relations

• Maintain current knowledge of trends, the competitive landscape, and confidently provide strategic point-of-views and recommendations to the client
• Build trust with client contacts and teams
• Actively participate/play a role in all client calls and meetings
• Participate in annual account planning
• Be proactive, anticipate client needs and keep multiple initiatives moving

Management

• Set priorities for yourself; be able to manage certain issues
• Support account lead, providing client counsel 
• Research, identify and manage third-party vendors
• Contribute to client workstreams, projects and programs
• Collaborate with your fellow team strategists
• Contribute to agency’s new business proposals; participate in new business presentations

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of PR agency and/or in-house experience working on a company’s corporate stories, including CSR, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, executive visibility and thought leadership
• Experience pitching both consumer and business journalists (able to talk to Fast Company and Bloomberg as well as they talk to GMA and Good Housekeeping) and deep knowledge of the Seattle media market
• Ability to think through communication strategies and deliver tangible results
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, high energy, team-oriented atmosphere
• Comfortable working across industries

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR CONFIDANT

We offer excellent compensation, including competitive salaries and bonuses; paid parental leave, holidays and volunteer time off, in addition to ample PTO; comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental coverage; professional growth and development programs to help advance your career; charitable giving benefit; and a matching 401k. Flat structure, caring culture. Remote work with no weekly/monthly in-office requirements, but must be based in the Seattle area. 

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Confidant is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

SALARY

The salary range for this role is $70,000 – $85,000 commensurate with experience.

Confidant

At Alchemee, we aspire to inspire by creating science-based solutions that are as effective as they are transformative. Alchemee’s portfolio of brands deliver effective products rooted in introducing wellness options that provide life changing results and empower the world one person at a time.

Our flagship brand, Proactiv, is a leader in treating acne and has helped more than 20 million customers achieve clear skin. Simply put, at Alchemee our vision is to inspire the world to feel comfortable and powerful in their own skin and our mission is to create science-based solutions that provide better skin for life.

We are looking for forward-thinking individuals who are driven with a customer-first approach. Individuals who thrive on challenge and are ready to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime. Because we fundamentally believe every colleague brings unique value to our whole. We are a workplace where each person feels seen, heard, and valued, and can contribute their unique talent to our collective effort.

The Manager, Digital Media for Alchemee (including the Proactiv brand) will be responsible for developing, implementing, analyzing, reporting and optimizing the paid digital media plans in the US and Canada. This analytical leader will leverage multiple digital channels including paid search (e.g. Google, Bing), programmatic display, social media (eg Meta, TikTok, Pinterest) to drive full funnel campaigns at scale. Manager will partner with brand marketing and the DTC team to understand the target audiences, brand positioning and develop strategies and implement campaigns to increase conversion and sales.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is experienced at multitasking projects, assisting in planning-related tasks, and has an eagerness to learn and grow. This person must have strong analytical skills, be comfortable with challenging the status quo of current processes and provide solutions to drive efficiencies, display a strong sense of ownership and be committed to their work.

Essential Functions

• Develop, execute and optimize the brand(s) digital paid media strategies as part of the broader business growth strategy, including paid search, programmatic, paid social including testing and growing new, relevant digital channels.
• Partner with marketing team to develop holistic cross-channel marketing strategies to build a cohesive customer journey across paid, owned and earned channels
• Collaborate with brand, product management, offer and creative teams to develop and test relevant ads and landing page content for various consumer segments. Conduct A/B testing as needed to optimize KPIs (eg CTR, Engagement, CVR)
• Forecast performance and budget appropriately to deliver reliable results.
• Leverage analytics tools and key insights to optimize plans and creative while driving near and long-term strategies
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the organization.
• Form a strong relationship with the internal content team, as well as manage and drive digital specific external creative agencies to ensure each campaign has required assets.
• Promote a positive environment to lead an effective team that is committed to achieving company goals
• Stay relevant in digital innovations, competitive environment and overall macro trends
• Maintain regular communication regarding KPIs and relevant learnings with executive leadership team and senior marketing executives
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• BS/BA degree in marketing, communications or related field, required
• 5-8 years of digital media planning/buying experience, with extensive experience in paid social and programmatic, is required
• Thorough understanding of Direct Response digital marketing, with expert knowledge of optimization tactics, and KPI management for online/digital media
• Ample experience managing external agencies
• Creative thinker with the ability and passion for understanding the customers needs and delivering them through the entire acquisition funnel
• Deep understanding of both multi-touch attribution and A/B testing models and how to optimize channels for best results.
• Thorough understanding of marketing technology (tools & tech) including analytic packages, DMP’s, Ad Servers, search platforms and data onboarding solutions. (Visual IQ experience a bonus)
• Demonstrated experience developing cutting edge strategies and leading their cross-functional implementation through an organization
• Strong analytical skills, intuitive grasp of data
• Proficiency in MS Office – including Excel and PowerPoint
• Outstanding communication skills – both written and spoken
• Experience generating and executing new marketing ideas for all digital channels.
• Experience with forecasting and budgeting for marketing campaigns

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: Please, no external agencies or third parties.

Alchemee (formerly The Proactiv Company)