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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.

The annualized salary range for this position is $145,000 to $165,000 depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. In addition, full time employees as well as some part time employees, will be eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exists. Please find out more about our benefit programs here.

Hogan Lovells US LLP

Our client is an Influencer Relations agency looking to add a Director of Talent Management to their team. You’ll be working directly with our influencers, brand clients, and the team to help build and nurture relationships, as well as handle sponsored collaborations. Our influencer and brand clients are primarily in the health & wellness, fitness, foodie, and lifestyle verticals.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and own strong relationships with influencers, brands, and the team
• Craft pitches to secure new partnerships
• Participate in and lead client meetings
• Assist our clients on branding and content creation ideas as needed
• Oversee the work of one or more Influencer Coordinators
• Manage and work closely with the coordinators to execute project management and prioritization
• Negotiate with brands confidently and effectively on behalf of the influencers
• Project management for all day-to-day influencer account management responsibilities; including but not limited to negotiations, contracts, content curation, scheduling, and communications management
• Work in a highly collaborative environment with creative and dedicated people!

Qualifications:

• 4-5+ years of experience in talent or campaign management
• Have a proven track record of strong communication skills, organization, and proactive thinking
• Possess a passion for the world of social media and digital marketing

Perks:

• Remote work (We always work remotely!)
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Team retreats and happy hours
• Attend top industry events
• Work with the best brands and influencers in the space
• Lots of FREE products!

24 Seven Talent

Optima Global Solutions Inc.is a valuable IT Services and Solution provider that customers, employees, and stakeholders feel proud to be associated with. Optima’s Intelligent Automation Solutions leverage robotic process automation, intelligent data capture, and business process management best practices to streamline operations. Our IT Services practice provides organizations with highly personalized, comprehensive, U.S. based recruiting services supported by our internal onsite team of subject matter experts.

Currently, we are hiring for a Communications Strategic Specialist and Manager;

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the Defense Healthcare Medical Systems (DHMS) as a Communications strategic specialist and manager. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic communication initiatives that proactively dissementate effective messages conveying the DHMS mission, objectives, and milestones to internal and external stakeholders. You will lead a team of communication professionals that collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop consistent and impactful messaging. In addition, the Communications strategic speacilist and manager will be expected to promote a culture of continuous improvement by being responsible for monitoring and analyzing key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of Communications services, individual performance, and help identify and implement recommendations for improvement.

Success in this role requires strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills. It also requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances. The ideal individual should drive work independently, appropriately prioritize responsibilities, and develop informed recommendations. This role will work closely with stakeholders, government contractors, and DoD employees.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Developing Communication Strategies: Create comprehensive communication strategies that align with the agency’s goals and objectives. This involves understanding the target audience, identifying key messages, and selecting appropriate communication channels.

• Stakeholder mapping and strategic engagement: Identify critical government stakeholders and develop proactive plan to engage with stakeholders, such as industry organizations, and advocacy groups, to foster positive relationships and address their concerns. Organize and participate in meetings, conferences, and public consultations.
• Content Creation: Produce engaging and informative content for various platforms, including press releases, articles, blog posts, social media posts, and website content. Ensure that the agency’s messages are effectively communicated to different audiences.
• Internal Communications: Develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure effective communication within the agency. This includes preparing internal newsletters, memos, and presentations, and organizing town hall meetings or staff briefings.
• Branding and Reputation Management: Protect and enhance the agency’s reputation by monitoring media coverage, public perception, and social media conversations. Develop branding guidelines and ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.
• Evaluation, Reporting, and continuous improvement: Track and measure the effectiveness of communication campaigns and initiatives using appropriate metrics. Prepare reports and presentations to showcase the impact of communication efforts and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborative Work: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including policy advisors, subject matter experts, and legal counsel, to ensure accurate and consistent communication of complex issues.
• Stay Updated on Trends: Stay informed about emerging trends, best practices, and advancements

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred
• 3+ years of experience in communications management (DoD experience preferred)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient working with project management tools (e.g. Trello, Microsoft Office Suite, etc..)
• U.S. citizenship required

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically, identify communication opportunities and challenges, and develop effective solutions
• Experience in prior role mapping critical external stakeholders and crafting narritives to proactively disseminate effective messages
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging and impactful content for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team, set clear objectives, and provide constructive feedback
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, social media platforms, and content management systems.
• Experience in crisis communication and issues management, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex issues in a calm and professional manner
• Familiarity with analytics tools and the ability to analyze data to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of communication efforts
• Knowledge of branding and visual communication principles, with the ability to maintain consistent messaging and branding across various channels
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders, subject matter experts, and external partners

Interested candidates, please apply online with a detailed resume and contact information.

Thank you.

Optima Global Solutions Inc.

Position Overview:

The Public Relations Manager will be responsible for driving external awareness to establish the UNIQLO LifeWear brand in the U.S. through earned media efforts spanning traditional editorial channels and influencer relationships to generate high quality coverage. Our ideal candidate is a brand storyteller, excellent writer, and community builder. While the Public Relations Manager will be supported by an external agency, they should be extremely comfortable in a highly autonomous environment where they will be relied upon to execute their own ideas. They should be collaborative and have experience working cross-functionally with related marketing channels to ensure brand initiatives are leveraged with 360 communications strategies.

Job Description:

You will…

• Action innovative press and influencer strategies that leverage all seasonal collection launches, core product categories, and brand storytelling to promote brand awareness
• Maintain a keen understanding of relevant industry related news and trends to inform brand strategies
• Cultivate and maintain productive relationships with traditional media and influencer contacts to maximize brand exposure and build community around LifeWear brand
• Align on key seasonal messages and product categories in tight collaboration with the wider marketing team, specifically the digital and product marketing managers, as well as the merchandising, ecommerce, and store operations teams
• Manage PR calendar inclusive of press release news, product launches and pitching schedules aligned with key marketing priorities and partner closely with PR agency to achieve goals and deadlines.
• Assess, coordinate, and track all editorial samples loans and VIP dressing requests from initial outreach to final press coverage.
• Organize and maintain necessary assets, imagery, and other PR related materials
• Support in the execution of seasonal press events and activations including managing the production elements and attendance of key media and influencers as applicable
• Act as brand representative alongside the team at press and influencer related events and activations
• Manage all influencer campaigns including casting, contracting, creative briefing, product delivery, and approving all content both for internally led projects and campaigns executed with agency partners
• Create campaign analyses looking at correlations between KPIs and test variables
• Facilitate organic giftings to media and influencers monthly for key priorities to support relationship building and earned UGC
• Develop a robust and well-organized database of media and influencer contacts
• Compile and execute internal and external reports including weeklies, monthlies, seedings, special projects, and event recaps
• Manage budget, contracting logistics, and invoicing for all PR related activity

You are…

• Organized – organizational skills, project management skills and ability to multitask are the foundation of everything you do
• Creative— Challenge conventional methods and open to new ideas
• A critical thinker—Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Enterprising— Seek to take up and start new projects.
• Driven for Results— Push projects to completion with a sense of urgency to achieve key KPIs and business goals
• Personable – able to build and maintain significant relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related fields.
• 4+ years of public relations experience, preferably at an agency or in-house environment related to fashion and lifestyle brands
• An understanding of the global media landscape within the fashion/lifestyle arena
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with media, influencers, partners, and community members
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Creative storytelling abilities to pitch product and brand news
• Collaborative team player with a fantastic can-do attitude
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with constant change
• Sharp attention to detail and organization
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Google (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms), Launchmetrics, MuckRack, DMR, Mavrck and other media/influencer monitoring platforms
• Experience and proficiency using social networking platforms (Meta, TikTok, Youtube, etc.)

Salary: $82,000 – $108,000 annually*

*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

UNIQLO

SENIOR PRODUCER – EXPERIENTIAL

at Optimist, Inc / Los Angeles

Optimist is a creative experience agency that bridges the gap between brand culture and human emotion. In a world that’s ever changing, we find innovative ways to move people through unexpected and unforgettable moments. From concept to execution, we blend creative, strategy, design, digital, content, innovation and production to make big ideas a reality all over the world.

Summary

As Senior Producer, you will be responsible for supporting event production and client management in partnership with the production and account teams. You’re a problem solver that knows every detail of any given project and serves as the ‘go-to’ for both clients and the internal teams. You know what to expect, what to do next, and where you need to be at all times.

The Senior Producer role will report to the Head of Production. The salary range for this position is $105,000 – $135,000.

Role Priorities

Production & Management: Manage all logistics needs in a fast-paced event production environment, including live event management and show execution. Communicate with account teams to understand client needs and wishes. Manage vendor relationships, including venue, AV, printers, caterers, designers, etc. Mentor, guide, and develop junior team members in refining professional skills.

Project Execution: Work cross functionally with account, fabrication, creative, and others teams to drive activation plans for the execution of brand campaigns and large scale events. Manage and build relationships with key partners and vendors. Manage event production staff; delegate responsibilities to junior members of the team in clear and concise terms, including associate producers, production coordinators, production assistants and brand ambassadors.

Additional Responsibilities

• Track and manage budgets, labor, and contract negotiation
• Manage project-based teams of internal and/or freelance production staff
• Conduct site visits and onsite meetings with vendors, serve as main point of contact
• Assist in risk management, including security planning and crowd management
• Create and manage work back schedules and production schedules
• Close out projects as required with account teams
• Communicate status of all projects to senior staff on an ongoing basis
• Assist in the setup and maintenance of the production office
• Distribute radios, credentials, petty cash, and any other pertinent crew supplies
• Develop relationships with clients to further support the team on projects and solve unforeseen production challenges

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in production: sports, fashion, tours, or live broadcast; must include production experience in an agency setting
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Possess a high level of professionalism and sense of urgency
• Display organizational, proactive problem solving, and attention to detail skills
• Extensive knowledge of local area vendors
• Continually learn about cutting edge idea, products, and styles
• Ability to drive and manage multiple projects independently and with little supervision
• Proficient in Keynote, Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Box
• Knowledge of SketchUp, Photoshop, and InDesign is a plus
• Familiarity in cutting edge technology and innovations, as well as all aspects, of live events including permitting, construction management, logistics, audio, video, lighting, fire and safety
• Willing to travel and act on behalf of the agency

Who We Are

Optimist is an award-winning global collective of creatives, strategists, artists and entrepreneurs who move people, brands and culture forward to create impact. Our independent agency believes in making the impossible possible; and we’re positive that optimism is the lifeblood of possibility. At our core, we celebrate diversity by allowing our distinct viewpoints to shape a shared vision. We’re looking for people to join our team who share our commitment to challenging convention and making an impact.

Optimist Inc.

MEDICAL COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

NORTH WALES, PA

This is a hybrid role, requires coming onsite 1day/week.

Open to either location: Upper Gwynedd, PA or Rahway, NJ.

Pay Ranges between $37.00 to $40.00 per hour.

Required Skills:

• BS or BA plus experience in a scientific discipline or clinical research is required.
• Advanced degree is nice to have.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a medical communication, preclinical or clinical research environment.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Power Point and Excel and publication management and clearance software applications, strong copy editing, and proofreading skills essential.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a matrix environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing timelines.
• Publication management software applications (iEnvision) experience a plus.
• Team Player, Detail oriented, Multitasker, Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Attention to detail is highly required.
• Proofreading experience.
• Ability to multitask.
• Agency experience is fine too.
• Able to liaise with upper management.
• Comfortable speaking with upper management.

Project Description:

• For the assigned therapeutic areas, will work closely primarily with Medical Writers, but also Publications Managers and medical communications agencies as appropriate, to facilitate the publication process to meet frequent submission deadlines for scientific publications/presentations generated or managed by the Global Scientific and Medical Publications/Scientific communication and information sciences Department.
• With minimal supervision, facilitate handling various steps of the publication process, to meet timelines, including researching/applying journal and congress formatting and submission requirements, referencing, formatting, copyediting, proofing of galleys and submissions (including OSTIC, journal, and conference) of documents (manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations/posters.).
• Ensure that GSMP-managed documents and archives comply with established company standards (Publication Development Process), Good Publication Practice (GPP3) Ann Intern Med. 2015;163(6):461-464. doi:10.7326/M15-0288 and the CONSORT guidelines and checklist.
• Ensure that author affiliations, disclosures and acknowledgements are in place and correct.
• May interact with internal and external investigators/authors for the collection of required forms.
• With supervision, and in collaboration with the Creative Services department as appropriate, manage the design and production of data displays (tables and illustrations), posters and slides for scientific meetings.
• With supervision and approval by authors and writers; obtain and accurately cite references as required.
• May attend pub team meetings for planning knowledge and assist Publication Managers with maintenance of publication plan documents.
• Ensure that GSMP-managed publication/presentation tracking information and documentation is up to date and compliant with company standards in Datavision and OSTIC.

This 6+ month position starts ASAP.

ALPHA’S REQUIREMENT #23-01155

MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S. AS AN HOURLY W2 EMPLOYEE

Alpha Consulting Corp.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in an interior design or architecture studio. They will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our design studio office, and become an important part of our team. This role will organize and coordinate office administration and procedures, studio operations, and serve as reliable support to the entire Marianne Jones Interior Design team.

The Studio Manager is responsible for developing intra-office communication protocols, streamlining administrative procedures, and inventory control to name a few. This position is an integral part of the company, allowing for the team to focus on design and bringing ideas to reality.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage design studio operations and procedures
• Hold designers accountable for accurate information for purposes of quoting and meeting client’s expectations as indicated in meeting not
• Manage priorities with design team
• Communicate deadlines and status update weekly
• Ensure digital and physical filing systems are maintained and current
• Develop procedures documentation and determine processes for each client and internal touch point – SOP
• Manage design and internal projects with design team and Principal
• Prepare and coordinate client proposals and agreements/contracts
• Coordinate appointments meetings, installations, and manage staff calendars and schedules
• Coordinate scheduling of deliveries and on-site measures
• Prepare project summaries and budgetary documentation for customer review
• Liaison with Outside suppliers/Scheduling/Coordination (Painters, Plumbers, Electricians, Wallpaper Hangers)
• Create receivership lists for each client
• Follow up on current ship dates
• Inform customers of delays or changes
• Send lists to furniture receiverships prior to their delivery
• Assist Principal with tracking and coordinating of design project items when needed
• Manage clean data between Houzz and QB with Bookkeeping
• Coordination of A/P and A/R with Bookkeeper for timely bill payment and collections
• Manage quotations, invoicing, time billing, purchase orders, with design team and clients
• Account Collection in conjunction with team
• Manage office budget and office and kitchen supplies inventory and place orders as necessary
• Phone Maintenance
• Shipping
• Maintain Supply Levels
• Computer Maintenance in conjunction with IT as necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of experience as an Office (Studio) Manager or similar role
• Experience in design industry preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong proactive approach and results driven
• Attention to detail to and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience with Houzz and Quickbooks a plus
• Ability to work on PC
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
• Good communicator, confident dealing with a wide range of team members, high EQ
• Strong work ethic, goal oriented and extremely efficient
• Professional, kind, honest, humble, entrepreneurial spirit

BENEFITS:

• $65,000 – $75,000/year, depending on experience
• Full time position
• Competitive benefits
• IRA matching
• Paid professional development opportunities
• PTO days
• Paid holidays

ABOUT MARIANNE JONES

Marianne Jones is a boutique design firm focusing on high end residential design with a heavy emphasis on construction and remodeling. While new to the Danville area we have a wonderful office in the heart of downtown Danville, with a secondary location in Birmingham, Michigan.

Marianne Jones LLC

The PR Coordinator will assist and work collaboratively with the MSNBC communications team to manage administrative tasks for the department as well as support strategic publicity campaigns across MSNBC primetime programming. The PR Coordinator will report into the Senior Publicist for MSNBC.

The role requires extensive organizational skills, creative and innovative thinking, proven written skills and a strong interest in news, politics, media and public relations. The role will largely involve support for communications and publicity campaigns for MSNBC primetime shows and talent, but will also involve administrative support tasks across the larger MSNBC communications team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide cross-team communication support for the overall PR team to align on priorities, schedules, announcements and events.
• Provide support with research projects, transcribing interviews and other assigned press projects.
• Develop and maintain press lists and key media relationships.
• Assist with facilitating and staffing various press events including interviews, press tours, or special coverage events.
• Support MSNBC Senior Publicist across campaign strategies and pitches for MSNBC primetime programming, newsgathering and talent.
• Monitor and promote newsmaking interviews, exclusives and special coverage for MSNBC primetime.
• Monitor and report daily media coverage of the MSNBC primetime brand and show talent.
• Manage internal approval process and logistical details for executive and talent speaking requests and engagements.
• Assist team in managing the MSNBC Media Relations‘ social media account, including monitoring and drafting tweets
• Note: This position will at times require non-traditional and late night or after-hours work.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have Bachelors degree from accredited university
• Must have minimum 2-years of work experience in public relations or communications role.
• Must have strong interest in news, politics and media.
• Must be available to work in New York.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime and on weekends on short notice.
• Willingness to work evening hours for MSNBC primetime.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent organization and inter-personal skills.
• Should be able to work in fast-paced environment and meet crucial deadlines.
• Robust understanding of television news and media industry.
• Willingness to work beyond regular hours dependent on
• Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling talent, confidential and sensitive information.

NBCUniversal

Very Local Studios, Hearst Television’s national production outlet, is responsible for the production of great branded and episodic content across the country and has an opening for a Post Production Coordinator. As a Post Coordinator, you will act as the primary contact across all phases of post production and ensure our team successfully delivers within an approved schedule, and technical and budget parameters. This position reports to the Post Production Supervisor, and works in concert with the Supervisor, acting as the bridge between productions and internal teams to anticipate challenges, problem solve and communicate expectations and Studio needs.

People who excel on this team are positive, kind, self-motivated, flexible of thought and able to juggle multiple responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and a drive to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Post Production Supervisor in vetting post production budgets and schedules to ensure each show has the resources and plan to deliver content of the highest quality.
• Coordinate the onboarding process of editors/freelancers to the ecosystem of Very Local tools including assisting editorial teams with best practices.
• Track projects in the pre-production phase in anticipation of those projects coming into post-production.
• Track and manage post schedules, keeping leadership apprised of status as well as anticipating and problem solving potential roadblocks.
• Requesting and obtaining assets such as graphics, music, and archival videos and photos.
• Maintaining the organization and allocation permissions of files on cloud-based systems.
• Coordinate and manage the viewing of cuts for all shows.
• Digital Asset coordination and delivery for internal and external teams.
• Identifying, sourcing, and booking freelance talent.
• Coordinate Post Production Workflow calls.
• Coordinate and attend key creative approval sessions such as final mix playbacks, color correction reviews and legal clearance reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Post Supervisor or Post Coordinator in an unscripted series.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment supervising numerous projects in various states.
• General knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud systems including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Ability to adapt to new workflows and work with project management tools.
• A high attention to detail and an obsession with organization.
• The ability to prioritize and respond accordingly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Mac and PC environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Google Apps suite.
• Remote work on a broadcast or streaming series, video editing and knowledge of AirTable a plus.
• Able to work independently or with a team.
• A quick, willing, and curious learner.
• A good attitude! Our work family and positive culture is everything to the Very Local Studio team.

About Us

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry’s premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst.

Hearst Television

Very Local Studios, Hearst Television’s national production outlet, is responsible for the production of great branded and episodic content across the country and has an opening for a Post Production Coordinator. As a Post Coordinator, you will act as the primary contact across all phases of post production and ensure our team successfully delivers within an approved schedule, and technical and budget parameters. This position reports to the Post Production Supervisor, and works in concert with the Supervisor, acting as the bridge between productions and internal teams to anticipate challenges, problem solve and communicate expectations and Studio needs.

People who excel on this team are positive, kind, self-motivated, flexible of thought and able to juggle multiple responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and a drive to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Post Production Supervisor in vetting post production budgets and schedules to ensure each show has the resources and plan to deliver content of the highest quality.
• Coordinate the onboarding process of editors/freelancers to the ecosystem of Very Local tools including assisting editorial teams with best practices.
• Track projects in the pre-production phase in anticipation of those projects coming into post-production.
• Track and manage post schedules, keeping leadership apprised of status as well as anticipating and problem solving potential roadblocks.
• Requesting and obtaining assets such as graphics, music, and archival videos and photos.
• Maintaining the organization and allocation permissions of files on cloud-based systems.
• Coordinate and manage the viewing of cuts for all shows.
• Digital Asset coordination and delivery for internal and external teams.
• Identifying, sourcing, and booking freelance talent.
• Coordinate Post Production Workflow calls.
• Coordinate and attend key creative approval sessions such as final mix playbacks, color correction reviews and legal clearance reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Post Supervisor or Post Coordinator in an unscripted series.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment supervising numerous projects in various states.
• General knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud systems including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Ability to adapt to new workflows and work with project management tools.
• A high attention to detail and an obsession with organization.
• The ability to prioritize and respond accordingly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Mac and PC environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Google Apps suite.
• Remote work on a broadcast or streaming series, video editing and knowledge of AirTable a plus.
• Able to work independently or with a team.
• A quick, willing, and curious learner.
• A good attitude! Our work family and positive culture is everything to the Very Local Studio team.

About Us

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry’s premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst.

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