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BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where brand builders work together with the goal of becoming innovative game-changers in the world of sports and active hydration. Extreme passion and teamwork are the essentials of being a successful member of the BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition team – which consists of BODYARMOR and POWERADE brands. BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition exudes an entrepreneurial culture backed by the resources and insights of one of the world’s most iconic companies, The Coca-Cola Company, which acquired BODYARMOR in 2021. This unique environment gives employees the ability to move quickly, exceed expectations, develop valuable relationships, and have fun while we work to achieve our goal of becoming #1 in Sports Hydration.

BASN is a fast paced, dynamic environment where brand builders work together. Extreme passion and teamwork are the essentials of being a successful member of the team. Our group builds camaraderie amongst co-workers and help develop valuable relationships, with common goals in mind.

BASN is looking for a Director, Social Media & Content Strategy to join our team.

Lead the strategy, development and execution of social and content strategy for all BASN brands across BODYARMOR and POWERADE. The Director, Social Media & Content Strategy works collaboratively with all cross functional teams within Corporate Marketing and provides timely insight into the ever-changing social media landscape. Works with Social Media Associate and agency partner(s) to activate strategy for brand social channels, and secure external influencers to promote the brand and create content for brand owned + partner channels. Director owns the social media voice for the company and works closely with internal teams to help curate content and messaging across all social channels including: TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn (and emerging channels).

The role reports to the Vice President, Communications and may include additional weeknight and weekend work.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development and execution of social media plan including social channel content and influencer strategy for all BASN brands – includes creation of brand assets specific for social usage.
• Responsible for driving real-time identification of trends and opportunities to instigate or participate in brand-relevant conversations on social – for both brand and partner (athlete + lifestyle) channels.
• Lead team in creation of monthly content calendars and assessment of assets to support content. Lead creation of new assets specifically for social usage where needed.
• Lead social team to make strategic recommendations to cross-functional team on trends, key cultural moments – including competitor analysis.
• Analyze and report results.
• Management of cross-functional team to deliver assets against the social plans for all brands.
• Management of social media team and external agency partners.
• Negotiation and planning with external social influencers and social agency to ensure efficient spend and maximum exposure for the brands.
• On-site content capture, editing and direction at key campaign shoots and athlete appearances for social plan deliverables.
• Responsible for gaining internal alignment on all social media and content plans with cross-functional counterparts and senior leadership team members.
• Responsible for the management of external social media.
• Navigates multiple stakeholders, budget, and timing constraints in a professional, efficient manner.
• Subject matter expertise required with real time knowledge and strong communications skills to be an influential voice with colleagues and senior leadership.
• Management of social media, digital content and influencer marketing budget.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Location – Must work from BASN HQ in Whitestone, Queens
• Bachelors degree required
• 8 years relevant experience, including minimum 2 years management experience required
• Subject matter expert with Sports or CPG industry knowledge, experience, and extensive network of relationships across the business required
• Must have finger on the pulse of content with strong blend of creativity (includes strong copywriting, visual storytelling, experience with making and/or editing TikTok videos)
• Tools/Technology experience required:
• High energy/self-starter
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both individually and as a team operating in a fast, complex environment
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and gain business alignment for strategic initiatives
• Business judgement & strategic perspective
• Negotiation acumen
• Sports & Entertainment industry expertise
• Relationship management
• Problem solving
• Team leadership
• Financial and budget management
• Digital editing/photoshop knowledge a plus
• PowerPoint/strong presentation skills
• Position requires travel (30%) by car or plane
• Position requires in-person attendance at bi-annual company retreats/meetings

PERKS TO HIGHLIGHT:

• 100% PAID for by BODYARMOR Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• All Positions are Bonus Eligible
• 15 days of PTO
• Fun and casual culture with games in the office
• In office lunches paid for by BODYARMOR
• Generous referral program
• 2 Cases of BODYARMOR Product Options Bi-Weekly
• In Office Happy Hours
• Office Events – Food Trucks, Raffles, Workout Sessions

Salary Range:

$155,000 – $180,000 annually

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition

This role is intended to be a 10-month contract with the possibility of extension. Please keep that in mind as you consider applying to this position.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including having received a booster when eligible. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

At the WNBA, we’re passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball. Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world.

As a global sports and media business, the WNBA is so much more. While Basketball Operations runs the league’s on-court activities, other departments manage relationships with television and digital media partners, develop marketing partnerships with some of the world’s most recognizable companies, oversee the licensing of WNBA merchandise, and handle a wide range of responsibilities that drive the WNBA’s success.

Position Summary:

This position is part of a growing Fan Acquisition and Engagement team at the WNBA, with the goal of enhancing the fan experience, improving internal processes to make our digital marketing efforts more efficient, growing the overall WNBA fanbase, and acquiring and optimizing fan data. This position’s goal will be to drive growth through data-driven decision-making by analyzing marketing campaign performance and fan behavior. Success in this role requires the ability to close the gap between data and actionable insights and the ability to communicate those insights. Ideal candidates will be highly tactical self-starters with a background in marketing analytics and a passion for sports.

Major Responsibility:

• Contribute to growing the WNBA fanbase by analyzing marketing campaign performance and fan behavior
• Track and report on various fan acquisition campaigns (e.g., WNBA All-Star Voting) through Adobe Analytics
• Provide deep analysis of direct-to-consumer (App, League Pass) marketing campaigns around new acquisitions and attribution
• Develop understanding of how marketing campaigns drive fan interest, acquisition, and retention across the WNBA’s digital and non-digital platforms
• Develop new datasets mapping complex data into familiar business terms such as product or customer to offer unified, consolidated views
• Work with WNBA Data Program Manager in the development of automated dashboards for decision makers, via Tableau or PowerBI
• Pull together and send weekly CRM performance reports, as well as build an overarching library of best practices and learnings
• Provide real-time insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner
• Develop a rich understanding of the WNBA and its fanbase
• Assist with A/B test design and analyses aimed to improve fan interest, acquisition, and retention

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• 1 – 3 years working in an analytical, research, or insights role – preferably in a marketing organization
• Experience with direct-to-consumer products a plus
• SQL proficiency is a must
• Experience with R or Python a plus
• Experience with data, analytics, and marketing platforms such as Adobe, Branch or Braze
• Hands-on experience with reporting and visualization platforms like Tableau or PowerBI
• Strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to convert complex findings and large data sets into insightful, concise, and easily digestible reports and presentations
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once with a precise and detail-oriented approach
• A passion for understanding fan behavior
• Strong knowledge of WNBA

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Salary Range:

• $1200-$1300 per week

The NBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to the NBA will be considered NBA property, and the NBA will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.

The NBA considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About The WNBA

The WNBA is a bold, progressive basketball league that stands for the power of women. Featuring 12 teams, the W is a unique sports property that combines competition and entertainment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion and social responsibility. Through its world-class athletes, the in-game fan experience, TV and digital broadcasts, digital and social content and community outreach programs, the league celebrates and elevates the game of basketball and the culture around it.

National Basketball Association (NBA)

At the WNBA, we’re passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball. Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world.

As a global sports and media business, the WNBA is so much more. While Basketball Operations runs the league’s on-court activities, other departments manage relationships with television and digital media partners, develop marketing partnerships with some of the world’s most recognizable companies, oversee the licensing of WNBA merchandise, and handle a wide range of responsibilities that drive the WNBA’s success.

Position Summary

This position is part of a growing Fan Acquisition and Engagement team at the WNBA, with the goal of enhancing the fan experience, improving internal processes to make our digital marketing efforts more efficient, growing the overall WNBA fanbase, and acquiring and optimizing fan data.The CRM Lifecycle Marketing Manager will be responsible for working on lifecycle communications globally. You will be responsible for leveraging CRM for full-funnel activations, bringing in new fans, cultivating fan engagement across products, and then re-engaging and reducing churn. Successful candidates will be able to develop and execute comprehensive growth strategies to drive fan growth and revenue across email and push. You will also be directly responsible for the execution of the email channel. We are looking for someone who has experience with testing to optimize existing flows and build new flows across CRM channels. Success in this role requires partnering with and influencing cross-functional teams including revenue, product, data, international, and 3rd party agencies. Ideal candidate will also have strong knowledge of the WNBA.

Major Responsibility:

• Leverage CRM for full-funnel activations, bringing in new fans, cultivating fan engagement, and then re-engaging and reducing churn
• Build comprehensive lifecycle marketing programs across key CRM channels to drive WNBA’s business objectives (viewership, app downloads, League Pass subscriptions, merchandising, and ticketing sales)
• Know our data sources and architecture, and understand how they impact fan segmentation and marketing enablement, in order to develop audience segmentation strategies and tactics
• Partner with internal teams and 3rd party agencies to prioritize opportunities and execute sends
• Lead end-to-end email execution for all lifecycle, tentpole, and transactional communications– including copywriting, design, scheduling (cadence, frequency), and performing quality assurance tests to ensure messages render/deliver correctly
• Leverage multivariate testing methodology to quickly test, iterate, and push forward the most impactful efforts
• Partner with marketing analyst to gain learnings and define areas of improvement and growth
• Expand reach of channels through fan data acquisition programs
• Develop expertise in cross-channel messaging and evolve programs to include new channels
• Communicate complex strategy cross-functionally and upward to key leaders

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• 5+ years of experiences in CRM and/or lifecycle marketing
• Deep expertise in all aspects of CRM and Lifecycle Marketing; including channels (email, push, etc.), data management, execution, reporting, tools/platforms/technologies, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in building testing programs
• Experience working with Email Service Providers (preferably Braze), as well as related technology providers (e.g., Movable Ink; Wunderkind)
• Intermediate understanding of HTML and CSS
• Strong understanding of email compliance and privacy legislation practices (specifically: CAN-SPAM; GDPR; CASL; Apple MPP)
• Strong understanding of how to leverage APIs to create automations and personalize campaigns at scale
• Data driven analytical thinker who is comfortable diving into data and pulling insights
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced setting without ready-made processes
• Willingness to take on operations/execution, in addition to strategy
• Strong knowledge of WNBA

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Salary Range:

• $100,000-$110,000 per year

The NBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to the NBA will be considered NBA property, and the NBA will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.

The NBA considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About the WNBA

The WNBA is a bold, progressive basketball league that stands for the power of women. Featuring 12 teams, the W is a unique sports property that combines competition and entertainment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion and social responsibility. Through its world-class athletes, the in-game fan experience, TV and digital broadcasts, digital and social content and community outreach programs, the league celebrates and elevates the game of basketball and the culture around it.

National Basketball Association (NBA)

JamesAllen.com is a digital-first diamond bridal jewelry retailer on a mission to bring consumers the best quality diamonds and jewelry at the best prices. We believe in transparency at every step of this journey. We are inclusive, customer-devoted, curious, courageous, and discerning.

JamesAllen.com is looking for a creative, results-driven Public Relations Director to lead our PR efforts and ensure meaningful coverage and activations. This person will be responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and execution of earned media pitching, various publicity campaigns and events, ensuring that our brand image remains consistent and positive while expanding it to a wider audience. This dynamic role reports to the CMO.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of our PR activities including ideation of impactful pitches, communication with editors / writers, and measurement and reporting of PR activities.
• Develop relationships with media organizations, editors, and writers
• Tracking campaign success and media coverage and reporting back to the executive team
• Ensuring brand consistency in all marketing content as it relates to PR activities
• Manage PR budgets
• Coordinating across teams including design, content, social media, customer service, and influencers
• Ideating, executing, and measuring events or activations

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Degree in marketing, communications, journalism or other relevant field
• Past experience supervising and managing a public relations team
• Portfolio of successful coverage earned and campaigns executed
• Expert knowledge of the public relations landscape
• Deep connections with relevant editors and media publications
• Self-starter, able to identify opportunities and execute from start to finish
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• 8-10 years of experience in the PR field

• Base pay $130,000 – $150,000. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.

R2Net Inc – JamesAllen.com

Studio Manager 

AP Studio, Inc is an integrated creative production studio offering full-service production, including art buying and casting, for editorial and commercial shoots of all sizes, covering both stills and motion. We support clients and creatives in navigating the artistic and production landscape – we can handle everything from initial concept to post-production and final delivery.

We are looking for a self-motivated, proactive, problem-solving, detail-oriented Studio Manager to join our team. The position requires an individual who is a sophisticated communicator and highly collaborative with at least two years of studio or office experience in the fashion or beauty industry.

About You 

Natural organizational skills to support management and clients

Creative engagement; knowledge of relevant trends, artists, and cultural influences 

Team-oriented; enjoy collaborating with and supporting your team

Adaptable; comfortable with an ever-changing environment and list of priorities

Proactive and solution-oriented; you take an active approach to solving issues and creating process

Natural communicator: bring your positivity, and humor to a fast-paced and creative environment

Understanding of the industry and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

General Responsibilities 

Manage company asset vault

Assist in putting together and maintaining company documents and templates

Assist Managing Director in various day-to-day tasks

Manage expenses for the office and management with monthly reports

Assist in the research and interviewing freelancers to keep the roster up to date

Assist in research with new artists

Assist in onboarding tasks with new freelancers and full time staff

Manage birthdays, holidays, and company events

Organize and book travel for the Owner and Managing Director

Manage calendar for team days off and studio holidays

Manage and maintain social media accounts (make sure work is obtained, promoted, and archived)

Create and continually update internal and external file templates for staff to use

Oversee studio renovations, painting, moving coordination and ordering furniture

IT Responsibilities

Order and manage all company equipment and software

Keep inventory of equipment, ensuring everything remains in working order

Oversee company domains 

Research, purchase, and set up new computers and devices

Administrative management of all apps and computer hardware and software 

Organize and maintain server and share folders with staff/freelancers 

Oversee contact management system

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum two years prior experience in an administrative role 

Strong technical skills and knowledge of Google Drive, Dropbox, Keynote, Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite

AP Studio, Inc

AZIONE IS HIRING AN ACCOUNT DIRECTOR, LIFESTYLE IN LOS ANGELES + NEW YORK

We set out to inspire and empower each and every brand that we work with by building collaborative relationships founded on trust, creativity and high impact results.

AZIONE was born in 2010 with the vision of being much more than a PR agency. We set out to inspire and empower each and every brand that we work with by building collaborative relationships founded on trust, creativity and high impact results. With our unique and proactive approach, we grow emerging companies into household names and shift consumer perception for some of today’s most widely recognized legacy brands, establishing them once again as disruptive, conversation leaders.

AZIONE prides itself on nearly a decade of building some of the most relevant brands of today such as Boisson, Graf Lantz, Sunwink, simplehuman, JAJA Tequila, Methodology, Sundays, Caraway, PLANTA, and many more. We think of ourselves as a creative agency rooted in PR, and are anything but traditional. Forbes named us one of the Top Agencies in America 2021.

Job Description

NY / CA- based award-winning agency AZIONE is looking for an experienced candidate to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 6-8 years of PR agency experience working across a diverse portfolio of lifestyle brands. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive network of relationships with editors, influencers, and industry notables and be able to lead client accounts and demonstrate a proven track record of running multiple clients and projects simultaneously. Experience working with innovative startups is a plus. Candidates should have a strong rolodex and desire to accelerate quickly at a fast-paced boutique agency with amazing clients and an impeccable reputation.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Own the development and implementation of PR strategy, ongoing account action items, and client reporting with no executive guidance
• Develop creative and strategic media campaigns around new product launches/initiatives and supervise account team members to secure high volume of impactful placements in top tier outlets across print, digital and broadcast media
• Take responsibility and accountability for all team members, clearly defining roles and providing guidance and tools to facilitate goal achievement and client success
• Oversee and own top to bottom performance of accounts, ensuring quality work, deadline and media coverage goals are met
• Serve as senior client contact and team leader; address client issues thoughtfully and effectively. 
• Draft and be the final say on press releases, pitches, positioning statements, talking points, key messaging for brand spokespeople, briefing materials and more
• Consistently secure brand features, executive profiles, and trend stories for clients
• Maintain and continuously grow network of powerful “turnkey” relationships with media and potential partners for collaborations and proactively use to help make clients leaders in respective categories
• Lead in-person meetings and weekly calls with client
• Lead new business process including research, proposal and pitch preparation without any executive guidance. Constantly innovate proposals bringing new ideas to the table.
• Manage account team including, SAE, JAE, AC, and interns as assigned

To be considered: You must be a savvy, successful self-starter with at least 6-8 years of relevant professional experience. You must know how to approach problem-solving with outside-the-box solutions, and be willing to take on a diverse range of assignments and creative projects. You must be based out of CA or NY.

We offer 100% medical & dental coverage, bonus & commission, year long summer hours, 401K and several perks and incentives. You’ll be working in an incredibly fun, collaborative environment surrounded by great teammates in a fast-paced culture committed to excellence for our clients.

Salary Range: $110,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]. 

Visit AZIONEPR.com for more information on our company.

AZIONE

Who is Chapter?

We are a medical aesthetics brand, offering state-of-the-art, non-surgical skin care and body rejuvenation treatments. We exist to empower people to write their own story on beauty, because we believe beauty belongs to everybody.

We are a fast-paced, innovative, and high-performing company. Our goal is to spark joy for everyone-our guests, each other, and the communities we live, work, and play in. We are a team built of extraordinary individuals who are passionate about helping others achieve their goals. This includes supporting your unique ambitions and career path and wrapping an abundance of resources around you. We are looking for a team player who is highly motivated, energetic, and hungry for growth who we can cheer on to limitless growth and opportunities.

Our Value Proposition:

Chapter Aesthetics is a leading medical aesthetic studio providing evidence-based, non-surgical and cosmetic treatments for people who want to live in the “wow.” We focus on helping guests define their goals, customize their plans, start their journeys, and finally, love their results. Our values are our inspirational guide in continuing to deliver on our people-first promise, paying them well and working together to solve tough problems. If you’re ready to start your next chapter, where opportunities become possibilities to shine, let’s chat!

In this Role:

The Studio Manager (SM) is an integral role that plans and directs the day-to-day operations of their assigned studio. This person manages and supports consultative sales, develops strategies to improve customer service, drive studio sales, manages stock levels, and increases profitability. They also ensure client needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is delivered according to the brand standard. The SM coaches team members to optimal performance, recruits additional team members, and resolves issues as needed. As the primary point of communication for the team, this position requires high attention to detail, strong communication, and organization. This position has direct supervision of the non-clinical team, works in partnership with the Managing Clinical Director, and reports directly to the Regional Business Manager (RBM).

What will you do as a Studio Manager?

• Deliver sales performance and business volume to meet studio financial goals
• Responsible for the overall daily management and supervision of employees including but not limited to personnel files, performance reviews and coaching, recruiting and selection, and training. Includes Performance Management
• Manages individuals in meeting performance objectives, sales, and development goals
• Builds a high-achieving team by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing training and mentorship, and reviewing performance regularly to empower team members to improve and grow
• Attains comprehensive knowledge of all product and service offerings
• Communicate, implement, enforce, and comply with all Chapter policies and procedures both individually and at the studio level
• Resolves all client satisfaction issues, incident reports, or identified concerns; escalates to RBM as necessary
• Responsible for inventory activities including purchasing, merchandising, stocking, and tracking supplies
• Manages the studio financial health and activities including daily deposits, budgeting, revenue projections, and cost of goods control
• Plans and facilitates clinic daily huddles, team meetings, on-site trainings, and events
• Manages facility standards and maintenance including exterior and interior upkeep, safety, and cleaning
• Serves as brand ambassador, conducting community outreach and engagement with the intent of building partnerships with appropriate local businesses and positive brand awareness
• Gatekeeper of culture, creating a cohesive team who demonstrates our purpose and values
• Maintains relationships with all current clients
• Conveys organizational changes and company messages in a timely and positive manner
• Manages scheduling and coverage of the studio
• Fill in for Guest Services (answering phones, scheduling etc.) and Aesthetic Sales Consultant (Visia use, general sales activities, etc.) as needed
• Exhibit professionalism and behaviors reflective of a leader
• Contributes to building positive team morale and recognize accomplishments
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Completes other assigned duties as needed

What will you bring as a Studio Manager?

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Successful sales experience may be substituted for academic credential
• A minimum of two (2) years managerial experience; inventory management is preferred
• Proven track record of exceeding annual revenue and profit targets
• Extensive and successful commitment to exceeding customer expectations
• Effective leadership skills including multi-tasking, prioritizing, and goal setting/management
• Employee engagement to ensure staff and operational success
• Compelling interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written), strong ability to influence and build rapport
• Must maintain a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, computer systems, and record keeping
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision
• Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems

But wait, there’s more!

As a people first organization, your health and well-being is important here at Chapter. So, we offer to all our employees:

• Position-specific, hands-on training, through our very own Chapter University
• On-site team atmosphere and supportive culture
• Monthly bonus opportunity
• Discounted treatments and products
• Full Medical benefits, including dental discount
• 401k plan with generous match
• Paid Time-off & holidays
• Work-life balance
• Career advancement opportunities

Did you know that women and minorities are less likely to apply to a position if they don’t match 100% of the job qualifications? Don’t let that be the reason you miss out on this opportunity! We encourage you to apply anyway. Don’t count yourself out!

Chapter is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reasons prohibited by law.

Chapter Aesthetic Studio

ABOUT COLOR OF CHANGE

Color Of Change is one of the largest Black-led racial justice organizations in the country, driven by millions of email and SMS subscribers. Our power comes from our ability to translate our members’ voices into the leverage needed to win real-world change for Black people.

From working to replace district attorneys unwilling to punish violent police officers to pushing back against Silicon Valley enablers of white nationalists, Color Of Change has a winning track record of holding decision-makers – corporate and political – accountable to Black people.

Founded in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Color Of Change has spent more than a decade building power by leveraging an inside-outside approach to advocacy, and we’re eager to expand our capacity to win progressive legislative policy changes that result in closing equity gaps for Black people.

ROLE SUMMARY

We’re seeking a seasoned, detail-oriented, and savvy strategist to lead internal communications and drive day-to-day operations, special projects, major events, and workflow of the Communications Department. This team member will play a vital role as a liaison between the CCO’s office and other teams, cultivating relationships with staffers and building the systems our teams need to be successful.

This is a role for a goal-oriented person who takes pride in ensuring the Communications Department succeeds so that the organization is better positioned to win real-world victories for Black people.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 30%: Planning, Scoping, and Oversight of Internal Communications:
• Work across the Leadership Team to create and maintain a long-term internal communications framework and calendar with key internal stakeholders that will allow the Communications Department to increase impact, streamline staff experience, and bolster efficiency. The Senior Project Director would hold the strategy behind the communications cadence and would work daily to maintain a proper stream of communication at the LT level.
• Develop shared communications protocols for all staff including the development of a style and narrative guide for internal communications.
• Lead on the creation and maintenance of an org-wide calendar and system for One COC information sharing, creating consistency of staff experience and hierarchy of info-sharing from the leadership teams, departments, and managers.
• Build systems, templates, and reporting mechanisms to ensure that communications strategies are consistently updated, shared throughout the organization properly, and evaluated in a timely manner.
• The Senior Project Director will work with the CCO to research, develop and advance new ideas and areas of work. The role requires supporting strategic planning, including collaboration with fundraising, programs, and external relationship-building efforts.
• 30%: Special Project Development:
• Transform the visions and ideas of the CCO into actionable plans that are delegated to the right level of the organization.
• Plan the rollout of special projects, trainings, and events with the CCO and relevant communications staff.
• Develop presentation decks and run materials through a range of organizational approvals.
• Serve as a thought partner for the CCO in determining the best ways to introduce new information to the COC team and external partners.
• 30%: Systems and Knowledge Management within the Communications Department:
• Work with the Chief Communications Officer (CCO) and the department leadership to ensure that COC’s communication work has the proper infrastructure (strategic planning process, staffing, training programs, etc.) to thrive.
• Coordinate with Senior Leadership within the Communications department to solve problems and create action plans that get delegated throughout the team.
• Approaching systems and knowledge management with flexibility and agility while also strengthening systems that improve efficiency and the quality of work within the Communications department and across the organization.
• Manage procurement and vendor management processes; coordinate resource allocation with the Communications Leadership Team.
• Revise and/or formulate communications department protocols, policies, onboarding procedures, and information-sharing mechanisms to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of CCO’s impactful communications work.
• Work with LT and PLT to ensure that organizational goals and priorities are aligned with the communications department goals and implementation.
• Serve as a liaison between the Communications Department and LT of other Departments (M&S, Tech, Development, etc.) to develop processes to improve cross-organizational collaboration.
• Support recruiting and retaining high-performing staff while taking responsibility for resolving department-wide performance challenges that might develop on the team.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• 8+ years of professional experience, with at least 2+ years of working closely with C-suite/VP-level management while also influencing outcomes and processes across multiple levels and functions of an organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear and explainable statements
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills, including coaching and mentorship abilities
• Able to build strong interpersonal relationships with senior management throughout the organization
• Ability to translate big-picture thinking into written plans and presentations and confidence in presenting and advocating those plans both internally and externally.
• Excellent project management skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated experience prioritizing competing projects and multi-tasking across a broad spectrum of collaborators based in various office locations or working remotely
• Dedication to the mission of Color Of Change: to help people respond effectively to injustice in the world around us, moving decision-makers in corporations and government to create a more human and less hostile world for Black people

HOW TO APPLY

Click the “Apply for this position” link and submit a resume and COC-specific cover letter. Applications will be received on a rolling basis.

COMPENSATION

The salary for the Senior Project Director position is $150,000 – $157,500/year. This is a full-time, exempt position. Color Of Change also offers a competitive benefits package.

MORE INFORMATION

Union Position: No

Location: Washington, DC or New York, NY preferred, but remote candidates are welcome

Reports to: Chief Communications Officer

Color Of Change (COC) is an equal opportunity employer. COC prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic characteristics, disability, status as a special disabled veteran or veteran, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity or any other basis prohibited by law.

Color Of Change

Job Title: Director, Corporate Communications

Position Summary:

The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) is seeking top talent for its Director, Corporate Communications position. This is a rich opportunity for a media strategist and writer/editor who will hold primary responsibility for planning and executing corporate communications and public relations in service of advancing the Foundation’s mission. This is a senior-level, hands-on role for a proactive and unflappable PR professional who works well in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

This position offers flexibility with options to work in person at our New York (Midtown) office, remotely with the ability to easily travel within the tri-state region, or a hybrid schedule. Some travel may be required (~10%).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Vice President of Communications, this role will work with colleagues in Communications, Marketing, Development, Research, and the C-Suite, as well as with agency teams, external stakeholders and key opinion leaders (patients, families, researchers and supporters) to shape media relations mapped to a wide range of business goals, timelines and budgets. This position directly supervises one mid-level communications staffer, and our engagements with media agencies and consultants. In addition, this position is part of a small group of individuals responsible for liaising between the Foundation and Michael J. Fox’s personal team. Responsibilities include:

Media Relations:

· Direct the Foundation’s media relations: set objectives, manage budgets, monitor performance, and assess outcomes in service of wide-ranging business goals, including awareness-building to support recruitment for MJFF-sponsored clinical studies, placements that advance thought leadership of the organization and more.

· Work with the Marketing team to establish PR strategies and success metrics that give lift and credibility to Foundation activities.

· Develop and proactively pursue strategies that reinforce a positive organizational image, increase visibility and drive engagement with MJFF channels.

o Duties can include both pitching and responding to/vetting opportunities.

· Create messaging for media relations and speaking engagements; prepare and/or edit news releases, briefers and other materials.

· Manage the Foundation’s PR counsel, including an agency team and a roster of consultants.

· Mentor and oversee the work of one team member.

· Build relationships with an external roster of diverse key opinion leaders (patients, families, researchers and supporters) and prepare/train external spokespeople for Foundation-related speaking engagements, as needed.

Corporate Communications:

· Conceive, execute, and manage large-scale communications plans for organizational announcements and launches; keep internal teams (i.e., the C-Suite) apprised of evolving strategies.

· Vet external inquiries pertaining to the Foundation and/or Michael, use of Foundation’s brand (name, logo, etc.) and assets (photos, videos, resources, etc.) to position MJFF as a pioneering disease research nonprofit.

· Lead issues and crisis communications planning and management.

· Cultivate and manage speaking and interview opportunities for Foundation executives; prepare/train executives for speaking engagements as needed.

Founder Relations:

· Vet and steward internal requests for Michael J. Fox’s personal role in Foundation initiatives.

· Manage all aspects of speaking and interview opportunities for Michael J. Fox, prepare briefing memos for him and his team, and ensure alignment across the Foundation and his team.

· Coordinate all aspects of Michael’s involvement in other Foundation activities including gala benefits, panel discussions, photo shoots, social media initiatives and similar; ensure alignment across the Foundation and Michael’s team.

Qualifications and Skills:

The successful candidate must have the following skills:

· Proven history of expertise and success in relevant, progressively responsible strategic communications and/or public relations campaigns and engagements

· Deep knowledge in health, research and/or cause-based setting — ideal candidate will have strong relationships with healthcare reporters and influencers

· Proven history of effective writing and strategic messaging in health setting

· Success working on integrated Mar/Comms teams with full understanding of the marketing spectrum (creative, social, digital, etc.)

· Effective and efficient project management, including proactive and collaborative development of work plans and timelines

· Proven success in producing high-quality work quickly and under pressure, working cross-functionally across different internal stakeholders and outside partners

· Ability to initiate and manage relationships with internal and external partners at all levels, including staff, board and members of MJFF councils, vendors, prospective donors

· Ability to understand and absorb MJFF’s optimistic, problem-solving approach to Parkinson’s drug development, and incorporate its clear, organizational voice in their professional writing.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $115,000-135,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with MJFF paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO); 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 1 Floating Holiday; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. MJFF provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events. The Foundation values workplace flexibility, providing guidelines to support hybrid, flexible work at MJFF. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing their specific qualifications and interest in the position. The cover letter should also include 1-2 concrete examples of past experience developing and leading robust PR campaigns, including proof points of success.

If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

About Us:

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $1.5 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.

Vaccination Statement:

At The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), the health and safety of our team and our community is a priority. MJFF has made the decision to require all staff receive the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated by date of hire and proof of vaccine is required. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after both doses of two-dose vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, because of medical or religious reasons, can request a reasonable accommodation for consideration.

MJFF is an equal opportunity employer. The Michael J. Fox Foundation strongly encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Diversity may refer to characteristics including, but not limited to, race, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic circumstance, geographic background, ability and disability, political ideology and age.

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Tasks And Responsibilities

• Generate weekly press reports/press clippings for celebrity categories from both print and online publications
• Assist with fulfill dressing requests and coordinate fittings for womenswear
• Manage social media press reviews
• Sample trafficking for VIP requests for womenswear 
• Assist during PR events and fashion shows with RSVPs and putting together dressing lists for alignment and visibility
• Coordinate celebrity/influencer stylings and fittings (VIP)
• Maintain showroom/closet organization and presentation
• Coordinate and track international and domestic shipping of samples/gifts
• Coordinate gifting strategies and send-outs
• Track VIP placements for reports
• Manage logistics including shipping and receiving samples for editorials and celebrity fittings
• Research rising talent and influencers that fit within brand aesthetic and could be of interest for potential collaborations and seasonal activations.
• Assist PR Manager and Coordinator with seasonal gifting initiatives and brainstorming of talents to gift
• Monitor press coverage and clippings
• Maintain organization of sample closet and merchandising of current men’s and women’s collections in the showroom
• Updating of publication, VIP & influencer contacts lists in Launchmetrics
• Manage the ordering of offices supplies needed for shipping and packaging
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of all company social media channels, including posting and community engagement across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok & YouTube

Requirements

• Previous Press and Media Relations, 2+ years of marketing, social media, and/or PR related experience in the Fashion industry. With known consumer brands, ideally e-commerce or direct-to-consumer, in a fast growth environment. Beauty or the fashion industry is a plus.
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent follow-through practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate with both internal and external groups
• Strong time management skills and prioritization with the ability to work under specific timelines and fast-paced environments
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility
• Experience with rapid response strategies – for general engagement with the community and for navigating crises
• Proven experience with Instagram & TikTok content
• Excellent eye for content, basic editing, and photo skills
• Creative, innovative, and strategic
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (ie; Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Research rising talent and influencers that fit within brand aesthetic and could be of interest for potential collaborations and seasonal activations.
• Assist PR Manager and Coordinator with seasonal gifting initiatives and brainstorming of talents to gift
• Monitor press coverage and clippings
• Extremely detail-oriented, with an organized manner of working
• A team player who works very well with others and communicates clearly and articulately
• Able to adapt and multitask in a fast-paced office environment with high-pressure situations, while possessing a strong sense of urgency
• High level of professionalism in emails and day-to-day correspondence
• Genuinely enthusiastic to learn and grow in a positive, collaborative work environment

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