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About STV                       

STV is Scotland’s home of news and entertainment, serving audiences with quality content on air, online and on demand. STV’s broadcast channel, accessible free-to-air on all the main TV platforms in Scotland, reaches 3 million viewers each month and is home to some of the biggest and most popular shows on television. Flagship news programme STV News at Six continues to grow its audience share.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Journalist to join our team in Edinburgh. The Production Journalist will be responsible for covering news events throughout the country and providing content to the highest editorial and production standards for STV News, associated bulletins and digital platforms. You will be responsible for producing STV news bulletins across all STV platforms as appropriate and presenting material for our hourly bulletins and lunchtime news, as well as late bulletins.

The Production Journalist will also be assigned to the digital desk for agreed shifts across each rota period.

THE ROLE

·      Provide creative editorial input to the running order of bulletins.

·      Produce articles and other content to agreed standards for digital publication.

·      Generate ideas for stories/features and follow leads from a variety of sources.

·      Research, collate evidence and information to support stories using relevant information sources.

·      Delivery of off-diary video newsgathering to continue our focus on locally produced news coverage

·      Provide enhanced video acquisition to record and edit packages for broadcast and digital platforms.

·      Operate on specifically scheduled newsgathering to produce general news stories and specialist reports.

·      Preparation of scripts for packages and bulletins which adhere to legal guidelines

·      Presentation of news stories in a professional and unbiased manner.

·      Deliver polished package reports using editing software.

·      Assist in any other aspects of the work of the company as reasonably required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant related journalism experience gained within a broadcast environment.
• A detailed knowledge of the Scottish news agenda and the law as it affects Scotland.
• Experience of producing content for multiple platforms.
• A developed news sense, with the ability to handle major news stories, develop original news features and overall to deliver agenda-setting journalism.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a fast-breaking News environment.
• An original approach to journalism with the confidence to develop innovative new ways of covering the news agenda.
• Able to develop an online presence through our digital platforms and the use of social media.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm, resilient, and adaptable in a dynamic live news environment.
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal and team working skills; ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, internal and external clients at all levels.
• Driven approach and use of own initiative to overcome challenges.
• A full UK drivers’ licence is essential

BENEFITS

There are plenty of reasons why it’s great to work at STV, here are just a few of the perks for you;

• 25 days paid annual leave and 9 public holidays per annum
• An extra day’s holiday on your birthday.
• Healthcare cash plan providing Company contributions towards dental, optical, wellbeing or other healthcare costs.
• Company pension contribution.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket travel loan.
• On-site occupational health service.
• Flexible benefits portal providing a range of retail and gym discounts.

Join us

If you think you’ve got what it takes to be successful in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Please email a full CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Closing date: 31 March 2023

STV Group plc is an equal opportunities employer committed to valuing and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in our industry, so we are keen to hear from ethnically diverse talent and people that identify as disabled, deaf and/or neurodivergent. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

STV Group plc

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communications Manager will be responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of internal and external communication strategies, programs, and planned publicity campaigns. They will also supervise PR activities and help coordinate and organize marketing for King Goose Hospitality’s partner brands including but not limited to Pubbelly Sushi, Julia and Henry’s, Mensch, Osso, etc. This position will be responsible in developing and executing consistent and positive media messages that define and promote the Corporate identity and mission. As well as to create and be responsible for copywriting and pitching media. By drafting reports, creating content, and coordinating its production with the Operations team for their strategies to succeed. This will require a thorough understanding of our business and marketing strategy, strong writing skills, good communication, and coordination with Partners, stakeholders, chefs, corporate team, vendors, and the community.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

• Create promotional material and publications.
• Prepare and analyze PR reports.
• Draft, edit, and finalize press releases and speeches following organizational news.
• Write newsletters, interdepartmental memos, and other business correspondence.
• Communicate with different media outlets and journalists and create press kits.
• Perform communications research and monitor the progress of various communications strategies.
• Ensures successful activation rollouts with minimal errors, including managing the proofing of all material submissions and production of promo materials.
• Responsible to ensure that all copy from the web is correct as well as in Linkedin management. Communication projects may include but are not limited to company websites, product descriptions, collection descriptions, company messaging, paid and organic social media, paid search ads, emails, printed and digital collateral, partner editorial content, and video scripts.
• Coordinates, manages, proofreads, and copywriter for all communications projects with a deep understanding of the company brand voice, products/collection, printed collateral, and strong attention to grammar, SEO, and channel guidelines.
• Develop Media and Marketing kits.
• Execute detailed media reports.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies that build customer loyalty programs, brand awareness, and customer satisfaction.
• Supervise projects to guarantee all content is publication ready.
• Create communication and PR strategies for new products, launches, events, and promotions.
• Reach out to influencers, media, potential partnership, and beyond in order to arrange story collaboration placement on a local level.
• Interpreting creative direction and technical information and turning them into persuasive copy concepts.
• Working with clients to edit and modify the copy to meet their content expectations.
• Ensure to check all media communication outlets.
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment and meets deadlines.
• Presents creative briefs and finished projects to the company management team.
• Knowledgeable in popular digital marketing tools, including content management software, search engine optimization software, and website analytics software.
• Any other duties as assigned by the company in order to operate the business more efficiently.

PUBLIC RELATIONS:

• Contacting and speaking publicly with different media outlets, press releases, interviews, presentations, articles etc.
• Organizing and attending promotional events such as open days, exhibitions, press conferences, etc.
• Developing PR strategies and campaigns.
• Address inquiries from the different media outlets and other parties as needed.
• Track and analyze the media coverage and follow up to industry trends by providing best practices.
• Manage and address all PR issues and concerns that may arise.
• Create innovative and engaging public relations and media campaigns.
• Execute PR activations to promote the company’s image and serve as the spokesperson.
• Create a tailored, monthly PR plan and calendar including development of press kit materials, media strategy, and short and long lead pitch ideas.
• Manage the logistics for any launched events.
• Schedule influencers and media visits.
• Provide analytics/KPI of all media coverage by sharing the individual circulation per outlet, media impressions and number of placements to highlight ROI.
• Develop a bold and far-reaching PR campaign that consistently produces print, digital, trade, and broadcast placements in targeted markets.
• Garner increased awareness by securing top-tier media placements in targeted national, regional, local, and trade media outlets including lifestyles, culinary, culture, entertainment, and hospitality publications.
• Expected to maintain a vendor database with all contact information plus history if any. Provide the names and addresses of vendors. All contact information is the property of King Goose Hospitality LLC.

MARKETING:

• Execute calendar, generate, and publish content in Linkedin.
• Managing website content including brand language, location information, menus, holiday, event pages, and press hits.
• Ongoing research and trendspotting of social media and digital trends, pitching, and creating new social media content ideas.
• Identify and collaborate with local social media influencers.
• Oversee website content (pop-ups/events/newsletters/blog posts/location information/PR clips).
• Assist and execute email newsletter.
• Manage digital ads (Google, Instagram, and Facebook ads).
• Create and execute monthly campaigns.
• Responsible for all marketing email communications (copy writing, design, and emails blasts).
• Oversee marketing brief, memos, and recap reports for all marketing promotions – distribute to the team and or vendors.
• Assist in managing allocated fiscal budgets throughout the year with quarterly reconciliations and projections.
• Ensure leadership is well-informed of marketing activities by communicating campaign deliverables, objectives, timelines and developing metrics and tracking reports.
• Manage community and respond to messages.
• Place orders (Decorations/products) as needed and process/files invoices.
• Compose and post online responses on the company’s review tracking system.
• Supporting the Senior Marketing Manager in establishing and evaluating a marketing strategy and plan by analyzing and assembling sales forecasts, updating calendars, and organizing/planning promotional presentations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years of Communications copywriting experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Proof of portfolio including media placements, writing samples, leads, PR campaigns, media and news outlets, clients, and planned events
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and function effectively within set deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with digital marketing tools and software programs including Mailchimp, Adobe InDesign, and social media platforms
• Customer service oriented
• Creativity
• Awareness of different media agendas

King Goose Hospitality

Our client who is a major player within the iGaming world is setting up a unique marketing business to focus on driving players to operators by utilising the hottest social media sites out there such as TikTok, Instagram Snapshot, Youtube to name a few.

This is a brand-new operation who will be based in London and has a new outlook on advertising within the iGaming sphere focusing on Influencer traffic. This start up is backed by a very strong business who has invested heavily in this venture and there is a highly experienced, Successful CEO at the helm driving this forward.

We are seeking an experienced Influencer Manager to join their team. As an Influencer Manager, you will be responsible for managing and executing influencer campaigns to drive engagement and reach for our brand.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute influencer campaigns that align with the brand’s overall marketing strategy
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key influencers across various social media platforms
• Negotiate and manage contracts and partnerships with influencers
• Collaborate with internal teams to create engaging and relevant content for influencer campaigns
• Analyse and report on the effectiveness of influencer campaigns and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements:

• Experience in influencer marketing
• MUST be Fluent in English AND one of the following languages Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Arabic, Mandarin or Cantonese
• Degree in Marketing or another related field
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and trends
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple campaigns and projects simultaneously
• Analytical mindset with experience in data analysis and reporting
• If you’re passionate about influencer marketing and have a track record of successfully executing campaigns, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Exacta Solutions Ltd

Already working in a PR or influencing role but looking for a new challenge, part-time hours, a place to develop your skills, or a change of industry or purpose?

Ready to be the PR and influencing specialist and lead at a mental illness charity based in South London at the beginning of its influencing and Communications journey?

We’re looking for a PR & Marketing Manager who shares our values and knows what makes a great story, how to secure opportunities for coverage, and how to engage people and organisations for influence. You’ll know how to identify and tease out the important issues that need talking about and how to create momentum. A big focus of the role initially is to build relationships with our grantees to maximise PR and to work with our partners on the PR of the Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People. So while you may have done fundraising PR before, exposure to working to PR the impact a charity is making will serve you well.

We are Maudsley Charity. We support people working in mental illness to transform the lives of those living with mental illness. Right now, we’re needed more than ever.

Join our ‘Ask us Anything’ webinar on Tuesday 28 March, 1-2pm to really ask us anything, understand our values and how we’re removing biases from the hiring process. Call Hannah on 020 7820 7302 or email [email protected].

Salary: £35k-£40k pro-rata

Hours: Part-time, up to 22.5 a week. Flexibility of 2-3 days a week.

Location: South London (1 – 2 days per week on site).

Closing date: 5pm Wed 12 April

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists

Come join us at Collective Influence with this exciting opportunity as a Print Production Coordinator!

Work independently in the development, process, and execution of complex and highly visible print and communication related programs across the Enterprise. Coordinate print design and ad copy for collateral and signage while simultaneously driving process improvements and cost efficiencies to projects. Manage print and fulfillment processes for Collective Influence and custom ad hoc orders.

• Ability to work independently and is responsible for the organization and delivery of multiple print projects related events across company divisions. Manage projects within framework, apply company and industry standards, methodologies and tools. Accountable for print quality, inventory tracking, scheduling, communications, and prioritization.
• Inform leadership with updates and raise critical issues. Ensure timely delivery. Manage material and inventory systems. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of daily fulfillment orders. Resolve issues in a timely manner. Responsible for ensuring all electronic collateral is accurately uploaded into a digital asset management tool.
• Work effectively with company associates, vendors, technology, and project management teams. Provide proactive strategic recommendations, on pricing, process, and quality..
• Manage recurring and ad hoc production of support collateral, branded merchandise, and other projects as needed. Provide regular reporting on orders, and inventory management on weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant experience
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of printing concepts, and production experience with digital printing and bindery equipment.
• Highly skilled in all aspects of print operations, project & process management.
• Proficient in Excel (i.e., formulas, pivot table, etc.) & other Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Excellent presentation, written & verbal communications skill.
• Understanding of U.S.P.S regulations.
• Proven organizational & detail-oriented skills. Ability to prioritize simultaneously.
• Accessibility to transportation and ability to occasionally work outside normal business hours to complete tasks.

Collective Influence

Location: Los Angeles

WHO ARE WE?

At the Hong Kong Tourism Board, we take great pride in helping people across the world fall in love with our home. We continue in earnest to revitalize and reshape the Hong Kong tourism brand and build sustainable growth for our city’s economy. To achieve our ambition, we are inviting passionate talents with a global mindset to join us at this incredible juncture, and work with a dynamic and fun team.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND LEARN?

This role will work with the Senior Manager, Marketing & PR, and the Director, USA to formulate the overall integrated marketing plan for the USA market across HKTB’s public relations disciplines.

The incumbent’s extensive knowledge of marketing strategy must be applied to media, influencer marketing and PR in the travel business, to achieve all KPIs. The incumbent will also deliver smart, strategic programs and big ideas for the annual marketing plan.

Integrated Marketing

• Drive the development of innovative, highly integrated marketing programs that have the potential and strategic / creative flair to win major industry awards, while delivering on HKTB goals first and foremost.
• Work closely with Senior Managers of Marketing and Trade Marketing to develop and execute integrated campaigns, co-ops and partnerships that build interest in Hong Kong.
• Ensure full integration of media / PR activities into the overall consumer communications plan and consistency with global brand requirements across all North America regional communications.
• Prepare documents / briefs for content partnerships and creative development of social media/influencer marketing programs. Verify supporting assets as brand campaign- and cross-discipline-relevant to ensure strong message integration for PR, consumer and trade, as required by the campaign.
• Ensure delivery of thorough campaign performance reports, so optimization and key learnings can be applied for maximum effectiveness.
• Recommend the KPIs for the coming fiscal year, delivering strategically-relevant data to drive decision making.

Public Relations

• Manage PR agency in development of strategy, concepts and execution of measurable PR campaigns that contribute to meeting annual KPIs.
• Work closely with Agency for proactive identification of PR story angles and evaluation of and securing Super Fans, as per Agreement.
• Integrally involve in TV / Streaming show sponsorships and secure approval from Head Office with full financial policy & procedure compliance.
• Source and develop high-visibility media co-ops and content partnerships to keep Hong Kong top-of-mind among consumers, trade and press.
• Monitor media volume and consumer sentiment to help the USA team and Head Office stay on top of trends and news matters through monitoring service.
• Issue press releases through distribution service. Compile results and deliver monthly Media Monitor Publicity Report.

Budget Management/Control

• Work closely with the team on Budget Plans for planning, spending allocations and accurate spend-to-budget, and recommend fund movement at re-estimates for management approval.
• Negotiate contracts, media partnerships and marketing services agreements with venues, third-party vendors, talent, production companies, influencers/KOLs, agencies of record, and others as they arise.
• Follow all financial policy compliance requirements.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Minimum 8 years of PR agency or client-side integrated marketing experience, with 3 years at managerial position gained from travel industry / destination tourism marketing functional area.
• Well-versed in traditional, social marketing and PR, as well as management on third-party vendors (e.g. PR agency / KOLs / talent agents), projects, budget and crisis.
• Strong acumen in media relations with proven record in media/social media content placements and media co-op opportunities.
• Strategic thinker with good organisational and leadership skills, strong attention to details and ability to set objectives, prioritise, critically assess issues, and deliver within given deadlines and resources.
• Highly proactive and creative, always search for innovative big ideas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, culturally sensitive; able to work as a team effectively, and influence others, internally and externally, for positive results.
• Willingness to travel.

LOCATION:

• The position is located in our Los Angeles office.
• We do not offer moving allowances from other cities.

Application Method

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you are the one we are looking for, please send us your resume with present and expected salary by clicking “Apply Now”. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request. Applicants may send a request for a copy of the Personal Information Collection Statement pertaining to Job Application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All Information received will be kept in strict confidence and used only for employment-related purpose.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Hong Kong Tourism Board

The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) is looking for a full-time Public Relations Manager to join our Marketing & Communications team. This role provides assistance with public relations and social media initiatives, as well as general marketing/communications support. The role is based in Hillside, New Jersey but supports staff across two New Jersey facilities.
As a vital member in the fight against hunger, you will receive competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid life insurance, holiday pay, and paid vacation and sick time.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Drafting press releases, pitches, blog posts, and social media copy
• Recommending, planning, and creating engaging social media content, including videos, graphics
• Driving social media engagement by assisting with community management across platforms.
• Assisting with the coordination and facilitation of on-site media interviews.
• Assisting with the preparation of talking points for media interviews and other public speaking engagements.
• Assisting with pitching and follow-up to help garner news coverage and build relationships with journalists.
• Conducting outreach to social media influencers and helping to build an in-house influencer marketing program.
• Working with the Marketing & Communications team to develop public relations and social media strategies overall and for specific events and initiatives.

Essential skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field plus 2-3 years of proven success in a public relations role. Experience in an agency setting is strongly preferred.
• Master of written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently with little need for direct supervision
• Superb creativity; familiarity with current trends and willingness to suggest new ideas
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Must be well-versed in social media platforms, content creation, and best practices
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience using Adobe programs (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere) preferred

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey

PR Account Director

Independent Agency

Manchester

Hybrid: 3 days a week in office

Salary: £40-50k

An award winning, culturally vibrant PR agency is looking for ambitious and lovely individuals to join them!

A well-established independent agency that has an engaging and secure core client base with international reach, they’ve mastered traditional and evolved by investing in a strong digital offering.

Due to new business wins, and internal movements, space has opened in their highly coveted senior role in their consumer team. They looking to welcome an Account Director, to take a lead on some of the biggest clients.

What they’re looking for:

• Someone passionate about all aspects of PR – traditional, digital, social, influencer – if it falls under communications, they want to hear from you!

• A brilliant established Account Director or someone at Senior Account Manager level looking for that step up, managing a multitude of clients across different sectors and disciplines – i.e. a true chameleon

• Individuals who are used to working at agency pace or within a large fast paced brand PR department

• Experience with the full lifecycle of multi-channel PR campaigns, from strategy to analysing the successes and failures and how to improve or replicate the pattern the next time round to achieve the client objectives

• A relationship building machine – someone who can find the best angle and expertly pitch a story to media contacts gaining the best and most appropriate coverage possible

• An excellent big picture thinking who has their finger on the pulse! They’re needing someone who can hit the ground running, understand their client base and immerse themselves in their brands

• An empathetic, creative and intelligent team player, who leads by example and has the gravitas to mentor junior members of the agency whilst challenging, guiding and influencing their clients!

• Capacity to work autonomously and confidently manage budgets of your team understanding the role you play in the agency as a whole – contributing to the decision that make the agency a success

• Someone eager to become a strong and integral part of New Business. The ability to spot opportunities, pitch and some who is active within the industry, who can make brilliant use of their network and influence.

Why chose this agency?

This is an agency that has a brilliant staff retention rate, which speaks absolute volumes to the vibrant, social and supportive culture they’ve created.

They invest in their employees and prioritise internal promotions and really do provide some great benefits with the team always at the heart of every decision with the agency.

Roles at this level in this agency don’t come up very often within the Consumer team and there’s definitely a reason – don’t you want to be a part of the why?

Excited? Reach out or apply directly!

Become Recruitment UK

—–urgently hiring!——

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

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

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

Education and Experience Requirements:

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

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

Omni Clear Communications

—–urgently hiring!——

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

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

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

Education and Experience Requirements:

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

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

Kyanite PR