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Paid Media Director

About Journey Further

Founded five and a half years ago, Journey Further is a Performance and Brand agency that accelerates growth for leading brands and ambitious start-ups . Our 170+ team are located in Leeds (HQ), Manchester, London and Manhattan, NY.

We have been recognised as the fastest growing agency in Europe (AdWeek) and have just won Global Performance Agency of the Year (Campaign, May 2022). We were also crowned the number one medium sized agency to work for in 2022. We are a business where our people matter above all else and why less than 2% of our team leave each year.

Having grown 95% in 2021 our sights are now firmly set on our US expansion. We already partner with global brands that we want to service from the US and feel it’s the right time to launch our Clarity at Speed proposition to the US market.

Intensive planning has led us to a fresh direction and clear 5 year vision for the agency. We now need to find the founding US team to help make our vision a reality.

About the role

When we started Journey Further (2017) our vision was to create the Clarity at Speed performance agency that could take on the biggest and most respected agencies (with a disruptive approach) and win. We had no team, no clients and no proof that our approach would work. It did.

To make the US expansion a success, we need to go back to that start-up mentality and make decisions similar to those we made when we founded Journey Further. Only this time we have the strength of our existing team, our clients and our reputation to accelerate growth.

Purpose of the role

Reporting to our US CEO you will lead Journey Further Paid Media strategy and execution.

Areas of responsibility

• Paid Media Strategy
• Delivering on campaigns
• Pitching to potential new clients
• Recruitment – building out a team

Accountabilities of the role

Journey Further Paid Media strategy

You’ll work closely with our UK team to build out a paid media strategy that aligns to our proposition and values

Integrated digital

You’ll be a biddable media professional whose responsibilities will include:

• Lead and adapt client paid search strategies to grow their PPC and paid social accounts
• Leading the activation across Video, Display and Audio
• Work directly with clients to help them understand how paid search performance and business data deliver strong results
• Audit accounts, devise PPC strategies and pitch for new business
• Test new ideas to drive account growth, reporting back to the team and your clients
• Communicate detailed strategies, campaign plans and results with confidence
• Meeting and maintaining a network of partners and providers to help deliver the best media plans possible for our clients
• Collaborating with both internal and external creative teams to ensure all deliverables are to spec and make use of the platform/partner’s capabilities
• Negotiating with suppliers to achieve preferential rates for our clients
• Always go the extra mile, surprising and delighting your clients

It’s imperative that your approach aligns perfectly to our mission and values.

Mission = we challenge with care anything that limits performance

Values = open + together + decisive

Career development

Ultimately this will be working alongside US CEO and UK team to help further define approach/proposition and build out a team

New Business

Work with Head of Growth to put together decks and execute in pitches to win new business

Approach

Step 1 = Submit CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Step 2 = Paid Media Director (UK) and Jimmy to screen

Step 3 = Interview with US CEO

Step 4 = Final Stage – task based interview

Step 5 = Decision

Proposed salary

$150,000 – $170,000

D&I

Journey Further takes pride in creating an environment where everyone can be themselves. This starts with recruitment.

We pledge to make our roles as open as possible and to provide equal opportunities to everyone that is kind enough to give us their time. All recruitment decisions we take will be based solely on the positive skills and behaviors that applicants display and absolutely nothing else.

We do not discriminate based on any personal characteristic, we are a people first agency and we care about and celebrate individuals.

If something is important to you, it’s important to us. If you have a particular need during the application process or during your time at Journey Further, please let us know.

Journey Further

Job Summary:

Shore Fire Media is looking for a sharp and ambitious PR assistant to join our team of busy publicists. We’re looking for someone with an in-depth knowledge of the music and media worlds, who has the ability to handle a diverse client roster of award-winning musicians, filmmakers, authors, tech, events, nonprofits and a range of other art and culture-related projects. We are seeking to fill the position immediately and you will work remotely for the time being, though it is preferred that candidates be based in the NYC area.

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Creating media lists and researching journalist contact information

• Creating pitches, notes and press releases

• Proofreading and copy-editing

• Pitching and securing stories in media outlets as assigned

• Conducting research on trends in media and culture

• Interacting with journalists, clients and other publicists

• Preparing weekly reports and internal documents for other staff

• Supervising part-time staff and interns

• Maintaining guest lists for client events and liaising with attending media

• Covering client press days

• Updating and maintaining client information on Shore Fire website

• The following types of client communication: interview schedules, meeting invites, circulating key clips, re-cap of meetings etc.

• Contributing to our media databases by sharing updates, changes and additions

• Other PR and general administrative work as directed

Qualifications and Skills:

• 1 year of professional or internship experience in public relations (previous music PR experience a plus)

• Exceptional written, verbal and organizational skills

• Passion for contributing to a wide variety of fast-paced PR campaigns

• Attention to detail

• Knowledge of Cision, Constant Contact, Excel and Office (and basic Photoshop skills)

• Social media knowledge and expertise

Shore Fire Media

The purpose of the function is to increase the Brand (by Lassen & MENU) awareness and reach through PR related activities, events, and partnerships. Build a strong influencer network for both Brands. Being digital first approach and connect to major publications. 

Responsible for the overall MNA PR & Event plan

• Develop a PR communications plan including strategy, goals, budget, and tactics.
• Develop a media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print and online media.
• Coordinate all press lend-outs and ambassador gifting.
• Develop and maintain local media and ambassadors’ lists.
• Monitor, analyze and communicate US PR results on a quarterly basis. (ROI on PR)

Responsible for Influencer & Partnership

• Initiate and evaluate opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships on an on-going basis.
• Build relationships with influencers to grow industry awareness.

Responsible for Events & Fairs planning & execution

• Use the NYC showroom as the base for events
• Coordinates nation wide fairs and events
• Host on site when needed to meet the press and customers

MENU

DFWChild is looking for an assistant editor to join our print and digital editorial team. The ideal candidate is passionate about our audience of moms with kids ages 0-12 years in the Dallas-Fort Worth area; is extremely detailed in their work; has a background in journalism and is a pleasure to work with. This position will be working across all platforms—print, email, digital and social—and will be tasked with: writing articles; managing editorial directories; managing reader surveys; optimizing and updating digital content; creating content for social; and other support to the editorial team.

Location:

All DFWChild employees work from home, but this position is required to live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of journalism experience preferred
• B.A. in English or Journalism
• Knowledge of AP Style
• Pleasure to work with
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and punctuation
• Interested in parenting topics and communicating with our readership of moms with kids ages 0-12 years
• Highly organized
• Lives in the Dallas/Fort Worth area
• Can impress us with your level of detail

Responsibilities:

• Manage online print and editorial directories
• Manage all reader surveys
• Pitch, write and edit articles across all platforms
• Optimize, fact check and update articles for our digital platform
• Create content for social accounts
• Various other duties in support of the editorial team

DFWChild

This notable luxury home brand is looking for an Editorial Content Manager who reports to the Head of Marketing. This position will support the marketing and engagement strategy to build the brand across multiple customer channels. This position will manage the production, approval and publication of all content including written, email, digital, social and video. Additionally, this role requires a sophisticated voice for luxury consumer products, excellent story-telling instincts, technically excellent writing and editing skills, and a highly collaborative nature.

Responsibilities

● Leads Creation (in collaboration with Creative and Digital teams), Management and Execution of all consumer email campaigns

● Conceptualization, production, and publication of branded content for the website

● Management of internal and external resources required for production of all company copywriting needs including, but not limited to:

–descriptive copy for products and seasonal collections

–functional copy for products

–internal and external corporate communications, including employee communications

–corporate identity, history and value statements

–copy for advertising

● Manages all Organic Social Media including Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, LinkedIn

● Responsibility for editorial, social media, email calendars

● General editorial content ideation, specification of assets required for production, and distribution of actual content

● Planning and development of B2B communications and email requirements

Qualifications

● 5+ years of experience shaping and executing editorially driven content.

● Bachelor’s degree or higher in journalism, communications, creative writing or business.

● Advanced writing and editing skills.

● Background in copy and editorial for digital and print media, with proven experience developing multi-platform content

● Demonstrated experience producing effective product copy.

● Demonstrated experience with branded storytelling and delivering compelling content.

● Experience in influencing and working with cross-functional teams.

● An inventive problem solver capable of operating both in a strategic capacity and hands-on.

● Experience writing and editing product marketing content and sales enablement materials.

● Strong professional background as part of a successful marketing team, exceptional eye for quality and an unwillingness to compromise on the quality of both messaging and design.

● Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.

The Bowerman Group

Makers Mark a Subsidiary of Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory has evolved into the world’s third largest leading premium spirits company … where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets – our premium spirits and our people – we’re driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Beam Suntory is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

VIP Experience & Engagement Manager

The following position is open in Kentucky, United States.This position will be based at the distillery which is approximately 20 miles south of Bardstown, KY

What makes this a great opportunity?

Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory has evolved into one of the leading premium spirits companies where each team member is trusted with a legacy. Maker’s Mark exemplifies Suntory’s values in staying true to the craft and heritage. With our greatest assets – our brands and our people are driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, while staying true to our heritage. Makers Mark is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

Role Responsibilities

• This role will work to deliver learning experiences that have a lasting, positive impact on the business
• You’ll collaborate cross-functionally across internal teams and external vendors/partners to implement best in class Trade and VIP hospitality experiences
• You will be the leader in delivering custom experiences for VIP and trade partners
• Executional excellence in the performance of these educational programs
• Aid in the training and continuing education of Bourbon Specialist Team
• Create and implement an enhanced customer experience from booking to departure
• Responsible for reviewing all incoming Trade/VIP requests and compiling background information to best tailor the experience to the group

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years successful operations and marketing experience in the Spirits industry
• Highly energetic and motivating person – capable of building and championing Beam Suntory’s VIP hospitality vision
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Extremely strong communication (written and oral)
• PC application proficiency in the areas of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PPT and Word
• Understanding of spirits industry business acumen including knowledge of the three-tier system
• Proven self-starter with a track record of driving results
• Education- College Degree Required
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
• Work Environment: The employee will encounter the following environmental factors while performing the job:
• Inside and outside activity
• Excessive heat and humidity
• Slippery or uneven walking surfaces
• Working closely with others
• Working around machinery with moving parts

At Beam Suntory, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Beam Suntory is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.

Beam Suntory

About the Job

This position offers a generous annual base salary of $120,000, plus an annual bonus.

Director of Marketing is responsible for the management of a team of marketing professionals, key day-to-day media vendor and agency relationships and the supervision and functioning of the media team to ensure all initiatives are strategically and creatively on target, delivered on time and on budget. Primary responsibilities include managing comprehensive campaigns, with responsibility for day-to-day media management, strategic planning, recommendations and overall problem-solving associated with development and implementation of successful integrated ad campaigns—TV, digital, print, OOH, audio, etc.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as vendor relationship manager, understand Firms’ marketing objectives and work with Media, Creative and Account Management teams to develop strategies that meet those objectives on a daily basis
• Act as a primary advocate for firms’ brand, ensuring brand consistency across all projects, and actively acquire thorough knowledge of Firms’ business to meet objectives
• Maintain ongoing tracking of media spend across all channels (Media Tools) and ensure all campaigns spend to goal and do not exceed approved budgets; communicate monthly budget goals internally to media teams
• Responsible for creation, analysis and presentation of post-campaign summary reports
• Utilize Nielsen Media Impact (training provided as needed) for scenario planning; evaluate plan options and communicate Agency recommendation to clients
• Initiate and review reports, trends, results and interpret data to make proactive strategic recommendations to advance the business initiatives
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional agency team to ensure flawless execution of plans, including account, buying, creative, traffic and finance
• Maintain good rapport with sales representatives, vendors and agency to negotiate the most efficient rates possible and secure added value whenever possible
• Manage the flow of media-related issues based on changes in direction, goals and budgets; must be capable of creating solutions and proactively resolving issues
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Manage and develop team of marketing professionals
• Serve as a role model with a positive attitude and facilitate a team environment

Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills
• Management skills
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively within a team to create project-specific campaigns
• Excellent organizational skills
• Creativity across the various marketing channels
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
• Strong copy writing and copy editing skills
• Proficiency in website content management systems
• Ability to generate and analyze communication analytics from digital and printed campaigns
• Ability to provide communication reports and archive of media coverage
• Knowledge of architecture and design’s digital and printed platforms, publication and press outlets

Preferred Experience

• 5 years of media planning experience required
• Knowledgeable about and experienced with the concepts, approaches, and issues involved in integrated planning
• Familiar with the timelines, processes, and needs of the implementation of all media
• Knowledgeable about new approaches to and developments in digital tactical planning (social and mobile included)
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects, and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Supervisory skills

Our law firm has been named a “Best Place to Work” in the country by Glassdoor two years in a row!

We consistently outperform our peers in categories such as:

• Career Opportunities
• Compensation and Benefits
• Culture and Values
• Senior Leadership
• Work life balance
• Diversity

If you are looking for the opportunity to make the most of your experience, talents and work ethic, we have the cases, reputation, and resources to make your goals a reality.

Thomas J. Henry Law

Description:

Clickatell is a world-class Chat Commerce company, ambitious to stay ahead of its competitors. We’ve built our culture in which we dream big and stay busy doing the right things. We need people who can understand the bigger picture and who connect the dots to achieve success. In our agile and demanding environment, you will have to ask the right questions and take smart risks.

We are seeking a curious, collaborative, and creative Public Relations Manager who is ready to join the Marketing Communication team and jump right in and build on our incredible momentum. The right candidate will have a passion for purpose-led business initiatives and high-impact storytelling, plus ability to generate brand awareness and thought leadership in the United States.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the media ecosystem in the U.S. and Canada. They will be responsible for communications across North America and will report to the Director of Marketing Communication. They are adept at leading communications strategies and tactics and will be a member of the seasoned, global PR team helping to craft and tell Clickatell’s global story as a company, brand, and product with oversight of communications results in North America.

The role requires strong Corporate Communications skills and ability to work in close partnership with PR and business partners, customers, vendors, and different functions such as Sales, Product, HR and the Legal teams. Of particular interest are candidates with backgrounds in the technology sector and those who are used to working in a fast-paced environment that requires agility and ability to balance multiple things at once.

Requirements:

• A hands-on communications leader with a network of relationships with journalists in the U.S. at top-tier business and technology media outlets ideally gained via 8+ years of public relations experience in technology either in-house or with an agency.
• Experience in securing executive interviews in media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Fortune, Bloomberg and technology and vertical media outlets.
• Experience managing and supporting Corporate initiatives including narrative, trade show, publications and speaking opportunities and placements.
• Able to strategize and implement communications campaigns; build and scale ambitious approaches.
• Adept at media relations, including feature story, executive profile, and commentary placements, and media events and tours. Reporter references a plus.
• Experienced in developing and managing executive communications, including writing and generating commentaries, speeches, and presentations to executive leaders and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop social media initiatives, including at events and conferences, generating global brand awareness and impact and elevating executives’ profiles.
• Deep understanding of technology product communications, having launched or led tech products throughout their career.

Clickatell

Position Title:      Manager, Media Relations

Department:        Media Relations

FLSA Status:        Exempt

Reports To:          Vice President, Media Relations

Choose Chicago is the official sales and marketing organization responsible for promoting Chicago as a global visitor destination to business and leisure travelers.

POSITION SUMMARY

Work with destination media/social media and other targeted niche media/social media to generate publicity globally for Chicago as a must-see tourist destination. Working directly for and closely with the Vice President of Media Relations, the Manager, Media Relations will be responsible for planning and implementing media relations and global social media programs, performing all traditional media relations functions including writing, initiating media contact and placement, pitching and securing, corresponding with media/influencers and partners, providing direct support to media/influencers for individual visits, press tours, in-market media missions, events, receptions, marketplaces, and more, as well as working on the global social media/influencer relations program.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:

N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement media, influencer, and global social relations programs and strategies for identified national, key, state, regional, border, and local media markets in our key global markets (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, UK, Germany, France, Japan, China) and other secondary and/or developing markets as needed.
• Drive the Chicago local, regional, national and international messaging to key global markets and align that message, and the ways in which it is delivered, with other Choose Chicago channels, including paid media campaigns, social media, etc.
• Build productive long-term relationships with media and influencers in key global markets, including national, local and key city-based travel/meeting trade and consumer media, bloggers, freelancers, influencers, etc.
• Plan, develop, implement, pitch, lead and actively manage press/influencer trips, individual media/influencer visits, in-market media missions, promotions, live remotes, media marketplaces, events, receptions, etc.
• Conduct proactive and reactive media initiatives including building itineraries for visiting media/influencers, providing information, photos/video, writing press releases and story ideas to pitch, promote, and follow up to secure placements with media/influencers, including news stories and features

·        Field media/influencer queries, lead and liaise daily with media/influencers, often by telephone, email and/or in person

• Research, write and distribute news/press releases and inspiration pages to pitch and follow up with media to generate positive media coverage on the destination, as well as talking points, interview bookings, etc.
• Support niche markets (e.g., culinary, art, culture, family, neighborhoods, architecture, LGBTQ+, etc.) and major events, (e.g. Chicago Architecture Biennial, Expo Chicago, Chicago Restaurant Week, Chicago Theatre Week, etc.), liaising with partners and other Choose Chicago business units
• Collaborate with Choose Chicago departments (Marketing, Global Development, Cultural Tourism, Convention Sales, Partnership, Neighborhoods, DEI, etc.) to align activities and bring media/influencer relations opportunities, recommendations and support to their initiatives  
• Develop global social media engagement and content calendar by country – post cadence, content, spend, audience, targeting, as needed with the support of our in market social media agencies which reinforces our brand and services to relevant audiences
• Develop benchmark KPls and best practices to continuously improve global campaigns based on data/metrics
• Manage program budget for assigned markets and maintain accurate, timely accounting practices including the processing of invoices, balancing of program of work budgets, etc.
• Work with and support public relations and social media agencies globally who work on Choose Chicago’s behalf in specific countries, alongside the VP of Global Media and Influencer Relations; work with in-market social media teams on developing content strategy
• Monitor, track and save successful media/influencer coverage/placements as a result of work in markets and produce monthly (sometimes weekly/biweekly) reporting on such results to share with various partners, committees, board, meetings, etc. Track monthly global social media agency and other markets independently report on campaign performance and share campaign results with media relations VP.

·        Report to partners on media/influencer coverage and ensure partners are aware of the value Choose Chicago Global Media and Influencer Relations generates (individually and collectively)

·        Keep up to date on the destination, media outlets and contacts, as well as social media/influencers and online opportunities

·        Monitor and assess market news and top stories, including new trends in the hospitality and tourism industry

·        Manage and maintain market media/influencer lists; develop customized lists for specific projects and distribution

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·        Bachelor’s degree in communications and/or Public/Media Relations preferred or equivalent practical experience; destination management organization (DMO) experience a plus

·        Minimum of five (5) years of travel-related public/media relations experience showing progressive growth and learning and/or training equal to the skill level needed to perform this position

·        Established relationships with travel, lifestyle, and other niche media across the globe a plus

• Experience working collaboratively with public/social media agencies and external partners to achieve media/social media results
• Familiarity of tourism experiences in the Chicagoland area
• Capability of managing multiple tasks with tight deadlines and flexibility to adapt quickly and creatively to changing circumstances

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

·        Experience working directly with media/influencers and an understanding of media/influencers needs, including pitching press releases and securing media/influencer coverage – knowledge of consumer, lifestyle, travel and other niche media (i.e., culinary, family, culture, LGBTQ+, etc.) a plus

·        Outstanding verbal and interpersonal skills for frequent interaction with customers and suppliers

·        Ability to think creatively, strategically and work within budget

·        A strong team orientation is critical based on the collaborative culture of Choose Chicago and the visitor industry

·        Ability to illustrate a results-focused approach and commitment to going the extra mile for key stakeholders, including adapting quickly to situations and managing demands

·        Energetic, self-starter and resourceful problem solver – keeps projects on timeline

·        High attention to detail with the ability to manage and work simultaneously on multiple projects with conflicting demands for multiple clients/directors, and to organize and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

·        Ability to effectively use MS Office products including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, as well as Cision media directory (and/or other industry platforms) and imaging applications

• Ability to represent Choose Chicago in a professional manner while interfacing with internal and external clients
• Professional media and social media skills
• A high degree of confidentiality, discretion and sound judgment
• Fluent in languages such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, German a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

·        Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time

·        Ability to sit for extended periods of time in performing the work

·        Ability to grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation)

·        Ability to travel by ground transportation (includes personal and/or public transportation) as required in performing work

·        Ability to travel throughout the city, including prolonged standing and walking as it is very often necessary when delivering items to members of the media or partners

·        Ability to work nights and weekends as needed – working evenings include, but are not limited to attending business exchanges and venue openings/receptions/client appreciation events, media/influencer functions, etc.

·        Ability to travel out of market (approximately 33% in the future), as well as evening and weekend work in/out of market to host visiting media/influencers and support major events

TO APPLY:

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualified candidates should submit resume and include salary requirements to [email protected]

Choose Chicago

Do you have a knack for writing, media strategy, and positioning clients for press coverage? 

We are hiring a Public Relations Coordinator to assist the agency with client and media relations. From scheduling media interviews to drafting press materials, this is a great position for someone with entry-level PR experience who wants to learn more and sink their teeth into the PR world. Must be thorough, detail-oriented, and a strategic thinker.

Join Velocitas, an award-winning agency to start your career in communications. If you have impeccable grammar, learn quickly, have a mastery of Microsoft Office and Google Docs and embrace hard work, we want to meet you.

Enjoy a team work environment, competitive salary and endless customizable benefits – including flexible schedules, an employee-driven workplace that encourages learning and career growth, and the opportunity to work on national brands.

Requirements:

• College graduate with minimum 1 year PR experience (internships count!)
• A passion for news and social media
• Flawless grammar and experience with AP Style
• Perfect proofreading skills
• Resourceful with the ability to make smart decisions quickly
• Bilingual is a bonus (English/Spanish)

We offer competitive pay, as well as flexible PTO, you will be part of a dynamic, collaborative and enthusiastic group of strategic thinkers. If you thrive in a fast paced, challenging and rewarding environment, you will fit right in.

Velocitas Interactive Marketing + Public Relations