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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

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

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

Company Description:

J. Barbour & Sons Ltd founded in 1894 is a British lifestyle brand, home to the iconic wax jacket we design, manufacture and market stylish functional clothing and footwear for men, women and children inspired by the unique values of the British countryside. We are the proud holder of two Royal warrants and remain true to our core values as a fifth-generation family business. Barbour is sold in over 40 countries worldwide, including Europe, the US and Japan but we have our headquarters and roots firmly located in the North East of England.

Position Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Communications / PR Manager to join our established and experienced Global Marketing team based at Barbour House, South Shields. This role will focus on connecting our global marketing strategies, culture, purpose, and collaborations to support key growth strategies, played out through PR, Media, and Digital communication opportunities. You will have experience in delivering communication strategies, crafting stories and angles to drive reach, engagement, and affinity through a carefully curated approach to drive maximum relevance, maximum efficiency and maximum cut-through to end consumer segments. You will be responsible for the management of central PR and Digital teams, and will partner with local teams, to drive global strategies, support local strategies as required and in line with 5yr plan needs, and you will manage agency partner/s to deliver key KPIs across the spectrum. PR and Digital (social) experience is integral for this role, as well as a focus on innovation and the role this can play across the shifting consumer landscape.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Global Marketing calendar planning

• Understand global marketing strategy and market business requirement.
• Drive content and communication strategy through PR and Digital focussed initiatives.
• Align with local counterparts to develop and agree execution of CC/Key strategies initiatives.
• Support regional activities that can help to drive brand elevation & love in the market.
• Oversee the quality and delivery of marketing contents & experience.
• Reporting of marketing activities, peer’s activity, and market insight.

PR

• Develop and execute the global PR & influencer strategy.
• Cultivate new and existing press & influencer relationships.
• Outline & craft relevant PR materials for the season.
• Define focus markets, media lists and key messages to pitch to editors.
• Manage all press budgets.
• Ensure strong editorial coverage in line with key product categories.
• Generate and manage all PR events to help promote Barbour’s concept and product focuses.
• Manage and support commercial partnership proposals.
• Produce and execute influencer & press gifting programs
• Strengthen Barbour’s network of influencers / brand ambassadors.

Media planning

• Partner with PR and Digital teams to execute annual media plan across offline & online platforms incl paid social strategy.
• Align media spend with counterparts based on global strategy & local business needs.
• Seek for new media & market first platforms that can drive brand innovation.
• Set media KPI and monitor delivery and progress.
• Budget review & tracking

Digital Marketing

• Actively contribute to devising a brand-led digital marketing strategy.
• Visibility & clear view of global digital initiative and communications.
• Oversee the social media strategy for Barbour and Barbour International.
• Support HOM and E-commerce on the growth of global databases and SVC insights.
• Drive digital global presence of the brands, with a focus on UK, US, DE, and Asia.
• Build and develop a specific digital approach and blueprint for APAC markets using prior knowledge and expertise in this area, working alongside Head of Ecom and supporting Head of Marketing to achieve.
• Work closely with Head of ecommerce to drive traffic to Barbour.com.
• Seek for new media & market first platforms that can drive brand innovation.
• Set media KPI and monitor delivery and progress.
• Channel Innovation will help to bring the digital innovation vision to life through the creation and delivery of pioneering customer experiences for the metaverse and beyond.
• Budget review & tracking.

Skills and Experience:

• Understanding of organic and paid strategies.
• Good level of insight on market trend & consumer’s behaviour.
• Experience in Brand communications.
• Experience in brand events.
• Strong communication experience, proven experience in delivering content strategies driven across traditional and non-traditional PR and the role of digital within this.
• Strong understanding of PR and of building a brand with purpose messaging.
• A strong understanding of taking central strategy and ensuring adherence and implementation in local market.
• Strong experience in understanding the nuances of developing strategies with a British heritage brand with strong heritage and authenticity.
• A brand guardian and champion, a real passion for the brand.
• Experienced in dealing with difficult PR and social media situations.
• Demonstrates high standards of attention to detail.
• Able to work well under pressure, remain calm
• Information Technology including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Internet packages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Flexible methods with a positive approach to change
• Extremely self-motivated
• Strong organisational and time management ability

Additional Information:

• The job will require travel from time-to-time (possibly international)
• Driving license essential

Benefits:

• Discretionary Company bonus scheme
• Staff discount
• Staff shop
• Healthcare cash plan
• 25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised canteen

Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Barbour

Your new company

Your new firm is an international insurer and reinsurer operating internationally across the commercial, speciality, and personal product range. You will be working as part of their UK and European business, sitting in a wider Marketing and Communications team of 25 to produce engaging employee communication plans.

Your new role

Due to continuous growth in the firms marketing function, they are recruiting a Senior Employee Communications Advisor to support the Senior Employee Communications and Brand Manager to drive employee engagement across a global organisation. You will business partner with several senior stakeholders to deliver, manage, and create employee communications strategies that are aligned to the organisations business objectives.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Support the management of the communication content schedule
• Business partner with senior stakeholders within the business in order to influence, drive, deliver, and create engaging and effective employee communication plans
• Create content that is measurable to evaluate engagement
• Drive consistent messaging using the intranet
• Utilise data-led insights and work with senior stakeholders to help create and deliver engaging content
• Create, review, and edit employee stories in a variety of formats
• Support the wider Comms team with their CTAs and key messaging

What you’ll need to succeed

In order to succeed in this role, you have to be an experienced internal / employee communications professional with a background in a medium to large scale organisation. You need to have a strong track record in strategically delivering communications plans, and be able to provide excellent solutions and guidance, as well as experience in juggling multiple priorities.

• Excellent understanding of best practice employee communications
• Understanding of channels, audience, content and measurement within communications
• Outstanding written, editing and copywriting skills
• Proven history of working with senior leaders, building trusted relationships and having the confidence to influence leaders

What you’ll get in return

This firm is an inclusive employer that continuously strives to better their employee benefits – they always listen to the inclusion networks to make improvements and take their ideas seriously. They treat their people with respect and like adults who accountable within their roles and despite being a global firm, have a local feel in the UK meaning you can make a real impact.

• Up to £60,000 + Bonus
• Flexible working
• 30 day annual leave
• Private medical, individual and family cover
• Fully paid 26 week maternity and paternity leave
• Lifetime leave
• Flexible public holidays
• Life assurance
• Season tickets and employee discounts

Hays

This job opportunity is posted on DIARY directory on behalf of Phoenix Beauty.

Please apply to the hiring company via the apply link.

Who we are

Phoenix Beauty is a fast-growing distributor/Agent of fine fragrance and beauty products in the UK and Eire. We have a diverse and exciting portfolio of brands including, Elie Saab, Tommy Hilfiger, BDK Parfums, Goldfield & Banks, Billie Eilish & Florence by Mills.

Working with the Marketing team this role will be pivotal in further enhancing our business as we grow and develop. 

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative Public Relations Manager to oversee our communications and media relations. In this role, you will develop communication strategies to engage customers, increase brand trust, and cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media contacts. You will primarily work on strategies in house, but we may occasionally collaborate with outside public relations firms on large-scale media campaigns.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop public relations strategies for current and existing products, launches, and promotions
• Write and pitch relevant products for editorial inclusion in both press and influencer outreach
• Manage content team to produce relevant, compelling social media updates with links to products or promotions
• Develop and produce high-quality, informative, and interesting press releases, press kits, and related materials unless by brand partners
• Maintain excellent relationships with media and brand partners
• Analyse media coverage; develop responses when needed
• Organize events, press conferences, tours, visits, and exhibitions
• Manage the influencer marketing strategy and be up to date with social platforms and the latest trends in this area; IG, Youtube, Tiktok etc
• Create and manage PR budgets, deadlines, objectives, and schedules
• Develop weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual media activity reports

Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree in marketing, journalism, business, or related field preferred but not necessary
• 2+ years of experience in Beauty PR Managerial role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel, Word and Powerpoint required
• Outstanding communication skills
• Excellent written English skills

What we offer

• Up to 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• An additional days holiday on your birthday
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Private healthcare package
• Product allocation
• Pension

DIARY directory

Company presentation

Founded by the Della Valle Family, Tod’s Group is an Italian multi-brand company that includes Luxurious footwear and Leather Goods Brands among which Tod’s, Hogan and Roger Vivier.

The company is widely known for its handcrafted products mixing elegance and comfort, promoting styles that have become the inspiration for a classic yet elegant lifestyle.

Although each brand has its own signature, they are bound with the same philosophy characterized by a blending of tradition, modernity, combining great quality, creativity and functionality.

Maison Roger Vivier, dubbed the “Fabergé of shoes” and credited with creating the stiletto heel in the 1950s, was acquired by the Tod’s Group in 2003. It has since extended its range of products to include include leather goods, jewelry and luxury accessories. Maison Roger Vivier continues to pursue the characteristics that have made it world famous, namely to embody an extravagant and elegant luxury brand. The store network is present in America, Europe and Asia.

Job description

Missions:

• Support the execution of the brand PR strategy set out by the Communications Director, working closely with internal and external contacts to ensure maximum proactive and relevant exposure of the Roger Vivier brand in the UK and Ireland
• Day to day contact for fashion, consumer and trade media, handling all press enquiries quickly and effectively
• Management of PR showroom, coordinating all samples for all press and VIP requests as well as seasonal showroom collection orders in an organised manner
• Assist the Communications Director with the seasonal presentations by managing press and influencer attendance, invitation send outs, talent dressing, VIP attendance and appointment schedules
• Help coordinate and develop the influencer strategy to build and manage the Roger Vivier communities in order to maximise brand awareness on social
• Research and present opportunities with VIP’s and monitor social and event sightings involving talent in order to share with corporate and VIP team for content regeneration purposes
• Compile daily press clippings for HQ in an organised and timely manner
• Assist with invoicing and seasonal team reporting
• Management of press intern

Profile:

• At least 1 years’ experience working at a PR agency or in-house PR team, fashion background preferable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy are essential
• Energetic, resourceful, flexible, and hands-on approach to tasks
• Proactive and assertive reactions to key business requirements in a timely manner
• Have a thorough knowledge of the fashion business, public relations, marketing, and social media
• Have strong interpersonal skills and can build and maintain strong relationships at all levels, both within the business and externally
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint are essential

**Please send CV attached

Roger Vivier

PR Account Director | Cultural Strategist & Communications Agency | Lifestyle, Fashion & Beauty | London

The Client:

Harmonic operations are excited to partner exclusively with one of the UK’s most exciting cultural strategist agencies, on their search for a PR Account Director. You’ll join an expert team working on client partners from Lifestyle, Fashion & Beauty brands, aiming to capture the imaginations of the next generation. Using cultural strategy and insights to create communications that connect with people, build brand perceptions, and articulate to the consumer.

Put simply the agencies culture can be described as work hard and be nice to people. They describe themselves as compassionate and collaborative, with an emphasis on inclusion and a flat structure. All voices are heard, employees feel valued and encouraged to grow professionally to progress in their career.

Role:

This agency is searching for a dedicated hands-on Account Director to manage multiple client profiles and act as a key client liaison to support their strategic direction. You’ll be responsible for upholding the representation and perception of the clients to the target audience, deploying a range of PR and integrated comms tools at your disposal such as press releases, news assets, social media and influence.

This is an amazing opportunity to show off your excellent relationship management skillset and make an impact on the trajectory of a growing agency.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall client-agency relationship
• Management, development and mentoring of direct reports
• Acting as a key point of contact for your client business on all brand and communications planning
• Maintaining an in depth understanding and knowledge of your client’s business and goals
• Guiding campaigns form planning through to delivery
• Working closely and maintaining relationships with key media contacts
• Working closely and maintaining relationships with key influencer assets
• Contributing to agency brainstorming sessions, developing stories and briefs in order to reach the target audience effectively
• Having your finger on the cultural pulse of current trends and industry news
• Demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail at all times

What we need to see (Essential):

• PR Agency Experience
• Relevant industry contacts, particularly in Fashion and Beauty
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple clients
• A master of nurturing relationships – both internally and externally
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstratable excellent written and verbal communication skills
• In depth cultural understanding of the target audience and what earns their attention
• Creative, positive and ambitious
• A social, fun, and outgoing personality

Location: London

Salary: £53,000 – £60,000

Please get in touch at [email protected] or give me a call on 020 3773 2530

Please feel free to circulate this with any friends or contacts that may be interested.

Harmonic Operations™ | Certified B Corp

• Manage the PR for an independent board for a global tech giant.
• Be part of a team that ensures freedom of expression is preserved.

Client Details

Our client was established to ensure that freedom of expression is respected on a global social media platform.

The team reviews content decisions made by the platforms and ensures they align with the organisation’s values.

Description

• Manage the day to day PR for the body.
• Work closely with media outlets including proactively pitching stories and managing enquiries.
• Develop external communications based on internal complex information.

Profile

• Experience working with and influencing media outlets including pitching stories, responding to enquiries, managing news releases.
• Experience developing high quality communications based on complex internal information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive matters and working to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Job Offer

• Hybrid working

Michael Page