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Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is actively recruiting a Communications and Digital Content Manager to join the busy communications team at a national trade association. The Manager will lead the association’s digital marketing and communications strategies and help create original content that highlight the organization’s policy priorities. The ideal candidate will have proven success in creating digital campaigns and effectively communicating an organization’s story. This is a great opportunity for someone who is knowledgeable about technology, policy and running social media accounts.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and execute social media campaigns and messaging calendar
  • Oversee and create content for social media channels
  • Manage company website, updating regularly
  • Lead creation and distribution of original content, including videos, newsletters, and press releases
  • Maintain press contact relationships and lists
  • Assist in coordination of company events
  • Monitor activities of member companies and promote their initiatives through company platforms
  • Contribute ideas to further company’s media and online footprint

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in digital media and communications
  • Social media management experience required
  • Experience preparing marketing materials such as press releases and newsletters
  • Proficiency in Quorum or related marketing software required
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or related software preferred
  • Excellent writing, communication, and editing skills
  • Video editing experience preferred

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, D.C. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.

This is a direct hire position. For consideration, please send your resume to:

Email: [email protected]

ATTN: Communications and Digital Content Manager

To see more open positions available through The Ford Agency, please check out our website at www.ford-agency.com.

The Ford Agency

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WHAT WE NEED

The Media Coordinator will play an integral part in our Integrated Media Buying department by supporting our Media Planners and Buyers with data entry, coordination, and scheduling of campaigns for our Performance Marketing clients across the agency.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Support the Media Planners and Buyers in regulating the volume and flow of incoming media logs
  • Responsible for entering or facilitating automated entry of media logs into our media system in a timely manager for media buys
  • Monitor and analyze various reports daily to ensure there are no discrepancies or other media related issues
  • Work effectively and communicate regularly with Media Planners and Media Buyers
  • Help maintain and improve workflow efficiency for the greater media team
  • Troubleshoot workflow problems and/or delays; adapt and proactively repair
  • Assist with other media related projects and provide coverage and support to other Media Coordinators & Planners when needed
  • Evaluate and properly prioritize a dynamic workload between work demands
  • Manage regular tasks with minimal oversight

WHO YOU ARE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • You are a multitasker and possess strong prioritization skills when managing multiple projects at once
  • You are detailed oriented, well organized and able to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
  • You are self-motivated; inquisitive, proactive & display strong initiative (learns/ask questions, applies, grows)
  • You perform well under pressure, while maintaining accuracy and professional demeanor
  • You enjoy working in a collaborative environment as well as individually
  • You have strong written and verbal communication skills; effective communicator using client appropriate language

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPEIRENCE & SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Business or other applicable experience preferred
  • You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
  • You’re interested in developing skills around media planning, media buying and performance marketing
  • You are familiar with various reporting systems and software

WHO WE ARE

Build the Business. Build the Brand.

At Havas Edge we influence people to act by combining multi-channel marketing and commerce, plus the creative and technology that powers them. Our work results in profitable growth and lasting relationships between customers and our clients’ brands.

We are an award-winning, international, performance marketing agency with a proven track record of helping clients succeed. We’re an integrated agency that embraces every media channel; a creative powerhouse that loves data and analytics, and a passionate partner committed to giving clients more for less. With expertise across all digital, broadcast, and media domains, we help our clients build their businesses and brands – in that order.

Havas Edge is part of the Edge Performance Network (EPN), a full-service, global performance marketing network. The EPN offers clients expertise in all aspects of performance marketing, from analytics to strategy, creative and production, media planning, and buying across all channels, as well as the industry’s best attribution and modeling capabilities.

We are a full-service, direct response agency, headquartered in Carlsbad, CA with offices and affiliated offices in Boston, MA; Dallas, TX; London, UK; Los Angeles, CA; and Paris, FR.

Havas Edge is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other basis provided by federal, state, or local law.

We foster a culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and create the best work to be relevant in a rapidly changing world. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) match, and more! We pride ourselves on having a highly collaborative environment and seek individuals who thrive in a similar capacity. Ready to join?

Havas Edge

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Robert Half is working with a client who is seeking a Brand Communication Manager to join their team for this role based out of Atlanta. Candidate must be sitting in Atlanta in order to be considered. We are looking for a candidate that has is a strong storyteller and in external communications, messaging, project management, and thought leadership!

Primary Responsibilities

– Responsible for the communication functions of planning and delivering multi-faceted content for the compnay’s website, brand catalogs, social channels, and retail e-commerce sites

– Work with product managers to develop compelling content that illustrates the value and key features of the company’s products, including how to best represent these products in a digital environment.

– Write clear product titles and descriptions using best-in-class search engine optimization terminology

– Collaborate with product managers to understand their vision, brand voice, and target audience for products

– Interpret creative direction and technical information of products for consumer and retail marketing needs

– Ability to follow the company’s editorial strategy as well as write for different brand voices

– Proactively leverage existing assets for use across retail partners and e-commerce websites

– Ensure clear detailed timelines are established and due dates are met with accurate deliverables

– Analyze and report on the performance and efficiency of campaigns

The ideal candidate will have the following skills

– BA/BS in marketing or communications

– 3+ years of marketing communications experience in a digital marketing, direct-to-consumer function

– Strong project timeline management and prioritization abilities

– Search engine optimization understanding and experience are key

– Strong creative and technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills

– Great attention to detail, ability to establish procedures, and to work independently as a self-starter

– Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team

– Self-motivated, eager, inquisitive, and enthusiastic

– Good eye for design and visual aesthetics

– Strong computer skills

o Word, Excel, PowerPoint

o Canva

o Experience with digital asset management systems

Robert Half

Plaid Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of consumer products in the Craft and DIY category with national brands including Mod Podge, FolkArt, Apple Barrel, and Bucilla. We are a fully integrated in-house creative marketing team. The Brand Communications Manager will have experience in traditional marcom and e-commerce marketing with strong copywriting and storytelling skills to bring Plaid products to life across all marketing channels. Duties include developing, implementing, and tracking marketing programs for retail and e-commerce including in-store merchandising displays, e-commerce product display pages, DTC email, social media, and digital website campaigns. This role will work closely with the communications and content team, marketing product managers, graphic & design teams, and sales.

Primary Responsibilities

–         Responsible for the communication functions of planning and delivering multi-faceted content for Plaid’s website, brand catalogs, social channels, and retail e-commerce sites

–         Work with product managers to develop compelling content that illustrates the value and key features of Plaid products, including how to best represent these products in a digital environment.

–         Write clear product titles and descriptions using best-in-class search engine optimization terminology

–         Collaborate with product managers to understand their vision, brand voice, and target audience for products

–         Interpret creative direction and technical information of products for consumer and retail marketing needs

–         Ability to follow the company’s editorial strategy as well as write for different brand voices

–         Proactively leverage existing assets for use across retail partners and e-commerce websites

–         Ensure clear detailed timelines are established and due dates are met with accurate deliverables

–         Analyze and report on the performance and efficiency of campaigns

 

The ideal candidate will have the following skills

–         BA/BS in marketing or communications

–         3-5 years of marketing communications experience in a digital marketing, direct-to-consumer function

–         Strong project timeline management and prioritization abilities 

–         Search engine optimization understanding, and experience are key

–         Strong creative and technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills

–         Great attention to detail, ability to establish procedures, and to work independently as a self-starter

–         Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team

 

Plaid Enterprises

National advertising agency located in downtown Santa Barbara seeks an Assistant Media Planner/Negotiator. Be part of a team of media planners and buyers in a fun and exciting environment with a great culture working on various tasks and communicating with media vendors, including TV, Digital, Social, Audio, Magazines and more. Learn the basics of media planning and buying working on campaigns for well-known, national brands; assist in compiling competitive spending data, syndicated research reports and digital campaign results; work with various departments within the organization. Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications. Some advertising or marketing experience preferred (can include internships). Social media interest, knowledge and experience a plus. Must be comfortable working with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Keynote. Must be detail-oriented, a quick learner and able to multitask. This job is in person working in our downtown office. Hours: M-F 8:30-5, possibly some overtime. Great benefits including healthy snacks, onsite yoga classes and monthly all-agency get togethers. Please note, employee relocation is not available for this position.

The range of pay for this position is $35,000-$45,000.  Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Send resume and cover letter. No phone calls please.

EvansHardy+Young

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Job Overview

Responsible for leading the development and execution of innovative marketing, communications, and public relations initiatives for the agency and its clients. The Director of Communications and Outreach initiates and drives the planning, strategy development, recommendations, and execution of communications, earned media, and outreach activities for clients.

Who You Are

You are an inspiring and seasoned integrated marketing communications and public relations leader, a savvy strategist, a beautiful writer, and a brilliant thinker. You know how to build rapport with a broad array of key stakeholders and you are adept at crafting strong, strategic messages that are the bedrock of successful campaigns. You have a demonstrated track record of developing effective and innovative approaches to shaping public opinion and changing behavior. You know how to effectively lead a team, including developing talent, mentoring, providing backup support, and managing staffing and workloads.

Who We Are: Marketers For Good

Civilian is a different kind of marketing communications agency. We are a Certified B Corporation, which means we are part of a global network of companies using business as a force for good. We take on clients and projects that align with our mission to improve lives, strengthen communities, and better the world. Our work includes supporting mental health and wellness, preventing youth suicide, and reducing the impact of adverse childhood experiences. It also includes advancing environmental sustainability, promoting the value of education, and driving economic development. We call it “marketing for good” and we are dedicated to tackling challenging issues and creating positive change in the world.

We are a dedicated group of innovators and problem solvers who come to work every day grateful for the opportunity to make a difference. We support our employees’ professional and personal development with a rich set of benefits, humane working hours, and a culture that rewards embracing challenges and having a great time doing it. The success of our approach shows in our average employee tenure of nearly five years (vs. the industry average of 2.5) and in the number of Civilians that return. We offer a truly unique balance of professionalism and heart.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Services (60%)

1. Working across departments, oversee the development and implementation of high-quality integrated strategic communications, earned media, and outreach plans with effective short- and long-term strategies to meet client objectives, increase the visibility of client programs, and strengthen Civilian’s reputation.

2. Working across departments and with the client, develop strategic and compelling messaging frameworks that educate, engage, and inspire the intended audiences to take the desired action. Ensure messaging is consistently applied across all communications activities. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and outreach to align on client messaging and other campaign inputs.

3. Lead the strategy and execution of earned media for clients, including conducting media outreach and generating earned media; providing talking points and other materials as needed; and identifying opportunities for innovative partnerships and approaches to advance client goals.

4. Lead the strategy and execution for highly-effective influencer marketing campaigns, including identification, engagement, activation, and measurement.

5. Direct the research, identification, and ongoing cultivation of innovative partnerships, co-marketing opportunities, and key community organization relationships to advance client and agency objectives.

6. Be a champion for working collaboratively to deliver integrated campaigns where the combined impact adds up to something greater than the sum of its parts.

7. Measure, analyze, and report on communications performance and impact, including earned media advertising value, sentiment analysis, and influencer campaigns.

8. Cultivate productive and trusting relationships with client communications leadership.

9. Provide executive thought leadership and spokesperson support including creation of executive thought leadership platforms (key topics for speeches, blogs, etc.) media training, interview, and presentation coaching.

10. Supervise high-level subcontractor scopes of work, as needed.

Agency Marketing and Communications (20%)

1. Lead the agency’s external marketing initiatives to create opportunities for keeping the agency, its services, and its success stories in front of the public; Support the CEO and agency with internal communications as needed; develop ideas and opportunities for feature articles, interviews, presentations, awards opportunities, and other activities that promote awareness of the company; serve as the point of contact for agency media outreach; manage all media contacts, and respond to media inquiries quickly and efficiently.

2. Lead and/or supervise the creation of, and contribute to, agency promotional materials, including updating, refining, and evolving the narrative for the organization’s website regularly to maintain fresh content.

Department Development, Management, and Support (15%)

1. Recruit, manage, develop, and retain an effective communications and outreach team. Lead by example. Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.

2. Conduct performance appraisals and administer salary adjustments. Effectively assign, delegate, and monitor Communications and Outreach work; outline expectations of and communicate effectively with Communications and Outreach staff.

3. Ensure that all dept members are being utilized at approximately 85%; raise the flag (i.e., report to operations and propose solutions) when utilization is exceeding or falling short

4. Serve as the ambassador of Communications and Outreach morale. Create a positive, productive, respectful, and supportive working environment to serve staff members, clients, and the agency.

Business Development (5%)

  1. Oversee the development of Civilian’s communications and outreach approach for business development proposals, including conducting research, determining campaign strategy, designing evaluation methods and approaches, contributing content to proposals and work plans, and providing parameters and estimates for budgets.
  2. Help prepare for and participate in business development pitches.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, marketing, branding, and social media within a marketing, advertising, and/or PR agency.

· Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent business experience preferred.

· Experience with public sector, government or CA local, regional, and state politics preferred.

· Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.

· Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills.

· Proven ability to develop and implement communications plans that achieve specific, measurable results.

· Able to develop and tailor communications to effectively connect with diverse audiences; capable of adapting strategies and tactics to respond to client or audience feedback.

· Sound judgment, self-confidence, and professionalism that equate with a position reporting to the CEO.

· Self-motivated, proactive, and entrepreneurial; demonstrated ability to work independently.

· Strong working knowledge of technology, digital, and social media imperative.

· Agile problem-solver, ability to navigate complex situations and manage ambiguity; excellent attention to detail.

· Able to manage people and multiple projects with competing priorities.

· Good listener who includes and engages others and inspires colleagues to their best performance.

Location

This position is a hybrid role based in San Diego, California. Remote working options with in-office Wednesdays and biweekly half-day Fridays for collaboration and team building.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary Range: $130,000 – $145,000, depending on experience.

  • Tiered medical coverage, with 100% employer-paid after Year 5
  • 100% employer-paid Medical Option (coming soon)
  • Company-paid Long Term Disability
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Company-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Company-paid Identify Theft Prevention and Legal Support
  • Dental & Vision
  • Additional Voluntary Benefit:
  • Short Term Disability
  • Additional Life Insurance
  • Hospital
  • Critical Illness
  • Accidental Death & Disability
  • Cancer insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Great Work-Life Balance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Work-Anywhere-In-The-World for a month
  • Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Paid Parental Leave (coming soon)
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Annual Cost of Living Adjustment
  • 401(k) Retirement with Employer Match
  • Company-paid EAP
  • Professional Development
  • On-site company-paid parking or stipend for San Diego office
  • On-site Fitness Center
  • Dog-friendly San Diego office space
  • Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursements

Civilian’s Core Values

  • Seek First to Understand
  • Practice We Over Me
  • Operate With Integrity
  • Rise to the Challenge
  • Make Things Better

Let’s Get to Know Each Other

Are you the one? Are we the one? If this sounds like a fit, let’s talk more. Please email to tell us why we absolutely, positively need you on our team. Don’t forget to attach your resume. And check out https://civilian.com/careers/ and our Glassdoor reviews for more information on how talented, smart, and delightful we are.

Civilian

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Company Overview:

Meet is partnering with global biopharmaceutical company focusing in Primary Care as well as Biotechnology and Rare Disease. This European company has been in business for over 100 years and is currently looking to expand their US footprint. They are currently hiring an Associate Director/Director of Corporate Communications.

Role Overview:

The Associate Director/Director, US Corporate Communications will sit on the Corporate Communication Team located in the San Francisco area. The individual will coordinate with the US team and external publications and agencies to deploy the Company’s communication plan by helping to create great content to be shared through the Company’s internal channels, websites and social networks, industry and mainstream media.

  • Play a role in shaping the US communication strategy, ensuring its coherence with the company’s broader communication plan.
  • Implementation of the US Communication plan within the designated area of responsibility, in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and corporate goals..
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues in the Corporate Communications department to create and refine messaging, press releases, contributed articles, event strategies, and media relations strategies for announcements and/or corporate marketing initiatives.
  • Explore innovative approaches and inventive tactics to enhance both internal and external visibility of important events and other engaging subjects..
  • Tracking of KPI and awareness of Communication initiatives.
  • Coordinate with External Agencies and Suppliers.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 8-10 years experience working closely with pre commercial/commercialized life sciences corporate communication departments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field
  • PR and media relations experience with mainstream, trade and scientific media.
  • Exhibit a meticulous focus on detail and visual appeal when evaluating video and graphic designs.
  • The aptitude to serve as an individual contributor who is excited to have daily collaboration with media outlets, executive leadership team, as well as the global corporate communication lead out of headquarters.
  • Content creation for websites and social networks (LinkedIn, Facebook); Social media analytics; Digital Campaign management; Webinar organization; media relations; Copy writing and editing.
  • Experience building and maintaining a social media presence

If you are interested in learning more, please apply below or send a copy of your resume to [email protected].

Meet

Are you an experienced Financial Communications specialist in Southern California looking for a new opportunity with a large enterprise company? If so, read on!

We are a top utilities provider located in San Diego looking for a Financial Communications Manager to going and help our communications team. This position is perfect for individuals who have experience communicating with top executives, board members, and creating talking points for them to use. The ideal candidate is comfortable and has previous experience with investor relations, earnings reports, M&A activity, and other strategic announcements.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public policy, public relations, or a related field required.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in public relations, journalism, or a related field is required.
  • Preferred qualifications include 12 or more years of experience in public relations, journalism, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with the energy industry is preferred.
  • Candidates must reside in Southern California or be prepared to relocate upon being hired.
  • Hybrid work environment – 3 days onsite per week at the moment.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and enhance communication efforts for the release of material or financial information to the press and investment community in collaboration with investor relations.
  • Take the initiative to identify and promote crucial messages regarding business performance, the company’s long-term objectives, and prevailing industry trends.
  • Ensure the implementation of our media relations program and actively manage it. This includes nurturing relationships with influential reporters and media channels.
  • Craft statements, press releases, talking points, and other communication materials that articulate the company’s stance on a wide range of proactive and reactive issues.
  • Partner with operating companies to supervise the maintenance of the organization-wide media content calendar, fostering synchronization between internal and external communications.
  • Forge strong partnerships with subject matter experts, executives, internal thought leaders, and our PR agency. Ensure the company’s crisis communication plans are up-to-date.
  • Identify essential metrics to guide the media relations and financial communications programs. Analyze available data to enhance reach and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Skills:

  • A skilled writer and storyteller with the ability to simplify intricate strategic concepts and construct compelling narratives tailored for diverse stakeholder groups. The ideal candidate is also an adept proofreader and editor, possessing expertise in adhering to AP style writing standards.
  • Profound business and financial acumen, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of financial markets, the regulatory environment, and the investment community.
  • An extensive knowledge base in various communication disciplines, encompassing editorial strategy, project management, cultivating relationships, issues management, crisis communication, digital communication, and global media relations.

Talently Recruiting

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Account Director – New York

Clarity is a different kind of marketing and communications agency, built to meet the needs of today’s businesses driving change through technology: rebellious startups, ambitious scaleups, visionary corporates, and industry titans.

We are a global agency that creates and delivers truly integrated communications programs for companies. We solve business challenges, seize market opportunities and deliver tangible results.

We’re looking for an Account Director to join our team based in New York. You can’t make it in New York City without understanding hustle, and our local team is no different! Our team has its ears to the ground, with deep industry connections and the expertise to promote client stories. Global, proud and forever fearless – join our team building the agency of tomorrow.

The ideal candidate

Account Directors are true leaders, both for the agency’s clients and our teams.

You have mastered the art of client communication and are adept at building long-lasting relationships and delivering creative, impactful campaigns.

You inspire trust and confidence in others, through your ability to listen and persuade by providing thoughtful, considered counsel.

You’re comfortable with both B2B and B2C communications, and know what it takes to tell a good story. You also have a good understanding of how integrated campaigns work and how to demonstrate success.

As a future agency leader, you have a keen managerial acumen and you’re a role model and mentor for junior staff.

The successful candidate will:

  • Act as the main senior counsel to some of our largest and most exciting clients, oversee high-level strategy, ensuring alignment and delivery against communication and commercial goals
  • Be able to think and plan ahead, anticipating client needs while proactively recommending strategic, creative solutions
  • Perform as a fearless, inclusive and positive leader for account teams, inspiring junior colleagues, mentoring and leading by example
  • Exhibit a global mindset: build connections and work with colleagues throughout the agency, our partner network and beyond, to ensure seamless client service, effective team collaboration, and successful delivery of internal campaigns and initiatives
  • Be responsible for resourcing: ensure account teams are correctly staffed, recommending changes where this will improve the client experience, teamwork and the success of the program
  • Have a proven track record of leading and executing integrated campaigns
  • Support new business development and proactively seek opportunities to expand the agency’s scope with clients, through the addition of new services and/or geographies, or pursue opportunities with colleagues from across the business
  • Keep abreast of developments and innovations in the communications industry, making time to learn about new thinking or techniques that may be applied to our client work
  • Work with a wide range of B2C and B2B brands, from household names to startups
  • Have the ability to work successfully in a hybrid model – we love meeting up in person and working together twice a week, and also believe in remote work flexibility.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and incredible benefits including healthcare, phone allowance, a flexible remote work policy, unlimited paid time off (and we mean it!) paid time off for volunteering, summer Fridays, generous paid family leave policies, and much more.

Clarity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and for our clients. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate against staff or clients on the basis of age, disability, neurodiversity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Salary range

New York: $95,000 – $120,000

Other information

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not possible to respond directly to all applicants, only to those whose candidacy is being pursued. In addition, the length of the recruitment process varies based on the vacancy needs.

How to apply

Send your resume to [email protected]. If you’d like to have an informal, confidential, no-strings conversation about the role before applying, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Clarity

Who We Are:

The Dallas Express was founded in 2021 to fill a void in our Metroplex communities for fact-based, non-opinion news. We believe that news should be reported dispassionately to place emphasis on facts over all else. News reports can be direct and even hard-edged, but they should never be “spun” or carry editorial opinions to suit the political persuasions of our reporters or editors.

The Job: Assistant Editor (Full Time)

Responsibilities and duties:

  • Copy edit and line edit stories for publication in The Dallas Express.
  • Verify sourcing and factual basis of all stories. Maintain a close eye for plagiarism and other journalistic missteps.
  • Engage with writers to ensure necessary feedback is communicated clearly and constructively, and content sent to managing editors is ready for publication.
  • Provide meticulous attention to detail.
  • Communicate clearly any constructive and necessary feedback for writers.
  • Additional duties may include formatting articles in Word Press, sourcing appropriate photographs, creating captions for social media, etc.

Expected Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
  • 1 year experience in news editing. Background in fast-paced breaking news, government/politics, or city reporting preferred. Copy editing experience a plus.
  • A compelling command of the English language and the ability to find errors, fix grammar and proofread with ease.
  • The commitment and stamina to work whenever and wherever there is a need to get stories ready for publishing.
  • The ability to work and manage effectively within time constraints and deadlines.
  • The independence of a self-starter while still collaborating with a close-knit team.
  • Experience with content management systems, WordPress, and other key tools of online journalism a plus.
  • Located in or willing to move to Dallas, Texas.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary range of $40,000 to $60,000. 
  • The Dallas Express offers health and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

The Dallas Express

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