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Kartoon Studios is in search of an ambitious and energetic Director of Public Relations to lead and execute effective communication strategies. If you have a burning passion for entertainment, animation, and brand-building, we want to hear from you. Entertainment experience AND public company experience are requirements.

In this leadership role, you will be directly reporting to the CEO and working closely with him. A deep understanding of multi-stakeholder marketing and PR across both B2B and B2C frameworks is a must, along with a passion for entertainment, animation, and the financial community. 

Responsibilities:

– Lead and optimize PR efforts.

– Develop and implement creative strategic PR plans using cutting-edge techniques.

– Plan and execute nationwide PR campaigns and support global initiatives.

– Maximize sponsorship opportunities and brand assets to increase coverage volume.

– Secure story placements across a variety of media platforms – from traditional to digital, from trade to mass media. 

– Develop and maintain relationships with media and influential professionals.

– Organize interviews and press releases to promote our clients and their products/services.

– Ensure brand consistency in all efforts and track/influence media coverage.

Qualifications:

– 4+ years of PR and Communications experience

– Experience working in publicly traded entertainment companies

– Proven track record in a senior public relations role

– Track record of creating and executing successful PR campaigns with significant media coverage

– Broad media contacts across business, financial, and media trade publications

-Ambitious with big career goals

– Fluent in English; proficiency in other languages is a strong advantage

Benefits:

– Compensation Range: $80,000 – 115,000

– 401K with company contribution

– Comprehensive insurance package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, & life insurance

Kartoon Studios (TOON)

WHO WE ARE

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) is dedicated to student success. Entering the fifth year of her presidency at CSUSM, Dr. Ellen Neufeldt continues to work in partnership with faculty, staff, and the community to expand the university’s reach and impact. With a new institutional strategic plan launched in 2022 titled “The Power of CSUSM/The Power of US”, the university is looking forward to launching a major philanthropic campaign to support institutional priorities. The campus is also in the early stages of developing a new academic master plan, strategic enrollment plan, and campus facilities master plan.

Since its founding in 1989, CSUSM has been dedicated to expanding educational access, student success, and opportunity. From first-year programs, community-based learning opportunities, internships, undergraduate research, and more, the university works to foster deep learning and academic success by engaging students in meaningful and innovative educational experiences. In 2022, CSUSM ranked number one in the nation on the National Social Mobility Index, which measures how well colleges and universities lift low-income students into well-paying careers post-graduation. CSUSM was also recently named a “Top 25 Most Transformative College” according to Money Magazine.

As an anchor institution in the region, CSUSM is highly connected and responsive to the needs of local communities. Approximately 8 out of 10 CSUSM graduates remain in the region after graduation, 52% of whom are the first in their family to earn a bachelor’s degree. Enrollment now exceeds 16,000 diverse students, serving San Diego County, Orange County, and Southwest Riverside County. CSUSM is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with over 50% of our students representing the Latinx community. The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion are woven into all aspects of CSUSM’s work. To learn more, visit: https://www.csusm.edu/

LEADERSHIP & CULTURE

This position will report to CSUSM’s Vice President of University Advancement and Executive Director of the CSUSM Foundation, Jessica Berger. Jessica brings nearly 20 years of advancement experience, serving in various development roles at Harvey Mudd College before joining CSUSM in 2021. Under Jessica’s leadership, CSUSM is making major investments in the advancement team to help support and drive the university’s growth and impact. The department’s culture is based on inclusion, transparency, and autonomy, with team members provided the latitude and support to own and innovate within their individual roles.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Annual salary: $100,000 – $110,000
• Medical, dental, and vision
• CALPERS retirement plan
• 24 paid days off
• 12 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

LOCATION

This role will primarily be in-person, with some flexibility to work remotely. The office is located on the main CSUSM campus at 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. San Marcos CA, 92096.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Vice President of University Advancement (UA), the Communications and Marketing Director is a newly created position serving as a strategic advisor to the Vice President and division leadership, supporting efforts to amplify the presence of CSUSM’s philanthropic and development initiatives. The Director will lead communications for every area of the division, from campaigns to major gifts and events. As a member of the UA senior leadership team, the Director will be responsible for developing, managing, and executing a comprehensive communication strategy for UA, overseeing the day-to-day operations of marketing and communications for the department, and expanding branding activities. The Director will also work in close collaboration with University Communications to convey the university’s mission to diverse constituencies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and implementation of UA’s comprehensive communications strategy.
• In partnership with University Communications, develop and execute a philanthropic campaign focused, university-wide strategic branding and communications plan that promotes and broadens brand awareness of CSUSM’s mission and programs.
• Collaborate with University Communications to compose, edit, and manage the production of collateral materials with a shared language and content for marketing, proposals, case statements, collateral, and scripts.
• Lead and direct marketing campaigns and strategies for UA, using creative and digital communications to implement an integrated and layered marketing approach.
• Support best-practice communications and marketing policies, standards, and guidelines and collaborate with campus departments to ensure integration, adherence, compliance, and advancement toward the strategic goals of the campaign.
• Ensure a community-focused strategy to support CSUSM’s mission, building effective strategic alliances internally and externally.
• Streamline communication processes to realize cost savings and economies of scale.

BACKGROUND PROFILE

• Highly skilled in the areas of marketing, communications, media relations, publications, and branding.
• Knowledge and understanding of the nonprofit/philanthropic sector, with hands-on experience in campaign communications and fundraising techniques, including proposal and case statement writing, public relations, donor relations, and stewardship.
• Demonstrated experience guiding an organization through the development and implementation of marketing and branding plans.
• Deep knowledge of current marketing trends and digital strategies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences both internally and externally.
• Experience working with graphic design, photography, and printing vendors.
• Experience supporting the marketing and communication elements of major events such as conferences, symposiums, galas, and dinners.
• Ability to prioritize projects appropriately, making informed decisions quickly and decisively.
• Effective at working with multiple stakeholders and personalities institution-wide.

California State University San Marcos

Are you a talented communicator with a passion for connecting with people? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? We are seeking a highly motivated Communications Assistant to join our team!

As a Communications Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our internal and external communications efforts. Your attention to detail and strong writing skills will be essential in delivering clear and compelling messages to our target audience.

Why Choose Us?

• Exciting Industry: Be part of a dynamic field, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a supportive team, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and knowledge with ongoing training and development.
• Impactful Role: Your communication expertise will directly influence our brand’s reputation and success.
• Diverse Projects: Engage in various communication initiatives, from media relations to content creation.

Responsibilities:

• The Communications Specialist will coordinate and develop marketing and communications platforms and policies, programs, and campaigns
• In this position, the Marketing and Communications assistant will maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the market while identifying opportunities for new products and services
• Drive product adoption and promotion
• Collaborate in the development of new products
• Compose, develop, evaluate and conduct training on marketing activities, strategies, and policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and analytics platforms
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Creative thinking and ability to generate innovative ideas
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience in graphic design or video editing is a plus

Join our team and be part of a vibrant and collaborative work environment where your communication skills will be valued. Apply now to become our Communications Assistant and contribute to the success of our organization!

Verbal Mixon

Are you a talented communicator with a passion for connecting with people? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? We are seeking a highly motivated Communications Assistant to join our team!

As a Communications Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our internal and external communications efforts. Your attention to detail and strong writing skills will be essential in delivering clear and compelling messages to our target audience.

Why Choose Us?

• Exciting Industry: Be part of a dynamic field, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a supportive team, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and knowledge with ongoing training and development.
• Impactful Role: Your communication expertise will directly influence our brand’s reputation and success.
• Diverse Projects: Engage in various communication initiatives, from media relations to content creation.

Responsibilities:

• The Communications Specialist will coordinate and develop marketing and communications platforms and policies, programs, and campaigns
• In this position, the Marketing and Communications assistant will maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the market while identifying opportunities for new products and services
• Drive product adoption and promotion
• Collaborate in the development of new products
• Compose, develop, evaluate and conduct training on marketing activities, strategies, and policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and analytics platforms
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Creative thinking and ability to generate innovative ideas
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience in graphic design or video editing is a plus

Join our team and be part of a vibrant and collaborative work environment where your communication skills will be valued. Apply now to become our Communications Assistant and contribute to the success of our organization!

Divine Taxa

Are you a talented communicator with a passion for sales and event coordination? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are currently looking for a skilled Communications Coordinator to join our team!

As a Communications Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting our sales and event initiatives through effective communication strategies. You will work closely with our sales and event teams to develop and execute targeted communication plans that engage our target audience and drive successful outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a sales-driven environment and has a knack for organizing successful events.

Role Responsibilities

• Craft compelling written content for press releases, and marketing materials.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate communication strategies and campaigns to enhance brand visibility.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in organizing events and communication activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field
• Proven experience in sales, event coordination, or communications roles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy and quality
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Creative thinking and the ability to generate innovative ideas for sales and event communications

Join our dynamic team and be part of a collaborative and sales-focused environment. Apply now to become our Communications Coordinator and contribute to the success of our sales and event initiatives!

RecVance

Job description

At HoYoverse, we are committed to creating immersive virtual world experiences for players around the world. In addition to game products such as Genshin Impact, Honkai Impact 3rd, Tears of Themis, and Honkai: Star Rail, HoYoverse also launched the dynamic desktop software N0va Desktop, the community product HoYoLAB, and created a variety of products such as animations, comics, music, novels, and merchandise around our original creative concept. Adhering to our mission of Tech Otakus Save the World, we have always been committed to technology research and development, exploring cutting-edge technologies, and have accumulated leading technical capabilities in cartoon rendering, artificial intelligence, cloud gaming technology, and other fields.HoYoverse is actively engaged in globalization, with offices in Singapore, Montreal, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Seoul, and other areas.

What You Will Do:

• In charge of the public relations programs for products and company, develop and manage the product publicity covering all phase basing on the public relations strategy adapting to the region of product publishing, product positioning, messages, platform, and Hoyoverse’s brand；
• Develop and foster the relationships with game industry-related media and content creators both enthusiast and mainstream, cultivate and expand the inhouse media contact list, and also ensure consistent communication and accurate, appropriate message distribution；
• Work closely with members of numerous departments of HoYoverse including marketing, community, development, production to set up the deliverable and up-to-date schedule for product publicity. Draft and edit all press assets including press release, talk points, media alerts, presentation；
• Be responsible for the performance and output at the strategic PR plan, handle the research and analysis at press activities, PR campaign, and potential opportunities, deliver the informative and timely PR reports to leadership team to maintain and extend team’s knowledge at product; company and game industry. Adjust and optimize the strategic PR plans of product periodically;
• Take care of the internal and external communication with gaming platforms (PC and Console) and franchises. Respond to the requests from business partners and maintain the corporative relationships, explore the potential business opportunities to enhance and upgrade the marketing and PR performance of the product.

What We Are Looking For:

• Global view, 5 years’ public relations working experience, expertise/knowledge of gaming or related industries, bachelor’s or advanced degree in Journalism or communication preferred.
• Native level at English and Spanish writing and speaking skills.
• Ability to play the role of PR strategist who possessing comprehensive knowledge and mastermind on publicity for the gaming industry, work professionally and strategically to explore and cultivate the public relations opportunities.
• Result-driven person who has continual direction and determination of finding the solution. Be able to identify and prioritize multiple tasks, deliver ideal project performance under time constraints and workload pressure.
• Open-minded, curious, and always ready to take challenges, flexible and comfortable for various changes and different working locations around the globe.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your dependents
• Generous paid time off
• 401K
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Team-building activities throughout the year
• Flexible working hours

Do We Support Flexible Work?

Yes, as a remote team across North American time zones, we embrace flexible working. You may choose to work remotely, in-offices or hybrid, for a more flexible lifestyle that suits you best. Our offices are located in downtown Montreal and downtown Santa Monica, surrounded by great restaurants, entertainment, and cultural venues.

We are an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds are key to bringing our concepts to life. If you’re looking to play a key role in creating the best immersive virtual world experience for our users, we invite you to join our team.

HoYoverse

Los Angeles Urban League

Founded in 1921, the Los Angeles Urban League is a 100-year-old, service organization that educates and empowers Black, African American, Latino, and other disadvantaged populations in Los Angeles to secure economic self-reliance and civil rights by providing targeted social programs and advocating for issues that benefit our communities. The Urban League works ensure our communities have access to careers with living wages, opportunities to start and grow successful businesses, and educational pathways to personal and professional growth. Learn more at www.laul.org

SUMMARY

The objective of this position is to strategically develop and implement an aggressive plan that will provide contacts, partnership funds, corporate linkages and major resources to support the Association. The Director of Communications is to provide leadership, team and financial support to all programs, activities and departments by providing both short and long term goals that lend support to the entire Association. Position requires marketing, public relations, advocacy, fund raising, donor cultivation, and public interactions that secure funding and donations that meet or exceed the financial requirements of the Los Angeles Urban League. This position is open to local candidates only as it will be based onsite in our Los Angeles office.

***As part of our application process, we ask that you submit a cover letter with your resume***

PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS The Director of Communications has a primary working relationship with the Chief Operating Officer.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and implements the development of a comprehensive marketing plan that meets Association goals.
• Responsible for all external communications that enhance the image and successfulness of the Association.
• Ensures that the public relations of the Association are addressed through high visibility means and positive results orientated measures.
• To fully leverage development, marketing, and public relation activities by connecting the dots of all highly relevant entities.
• Implement a plan that enhances the perception of the Association by telling our story through major vehicles with wide distribution.
• Ensures the attainment of resources through viable contacts, collaboratives, external campaigns, major gifts and program incentives.
• Manages the Communications Department and staff, including responsibilities for overall success of department and attainment of goals.
• Plans and implements an advocacy program that addresses the concern of the LAUL, our participants and the public at large. Major involvement with any political figure or agency that promotes our mission.
• To develop linkages locally, statewide, and federal that will promote the Association and produce positive and profitable results.
• To promote the mission, image, philosophy and branding of the Association that results in immediate and positive recognition.
• Responsible for Association newsletter development, direction and distribution.
• Ensures the LAUL website is current and effective.
• Plans and supervises media presentations, exposure, projects and all public contact.
• Responsible for the development and distribution of Annual Report.
• Ensures that SEO is utilized to place the LAUL in best posture for any subject related to current programs.
• Provides the direct supervision of regular, consultant and contract staff, monitoring progress of internal and external assignments.
• Assist in the engagement of the Board of Directors as fundraisers, providing input and training as needed.
• Develops and implements activities associated with any comprehensive fund-raising program, in conjunction with the COO.
• Responsible for media website that promotes Association image.
• Seeks support of Association needs, ensuring no duplication of efforts.
• Plans and implements recognition system for major donors.
• Functions as assigned staff on committees of the Board of Directors and other volunteer groups as assigned.
• Develops and maintains working relations with key members of the philanthropic community and appropriate community groups, organizations, as appropriate to defined duties and goals.
• Submits narrative and statistical reports to COO as required and as requested.
• Participates in Association meetings and activities as required.
• Ensures the accurate maintenance of records and files to support the Communications Department.
• Functions as a productive member of the Management Team.
• Participates in the development and revision of Standard Operating Procedures for the Association, with direct responsibility for drafting those procedures relating to the Development Department.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Upon delegation from the COO represents and speaks for the Association.
• Provides coverage in the event of absences or emergencies within the ranks of the Communication and Fund Development Department teams.
• When delegated, provides administrative backup to the COO.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS or BA from accredited college or university.
• Masters (MSW, M.Ed, MA) preferred
• Five years of progressively responsible and successful experience in managing development programs in non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated success in Board/volunteer relations and staff management.
• Demonstrated short and long term planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
• Knowledge of computer programs including Word, Access, Excel, MS Publisher and donor based software.

SPECIALIZED QUALIFICATIONS

• Thorough knowledge of donor cultivation, solicitation and recognition techniques.
• Demonstrated understanding and internalization of fundraising ethics.
• Ability to formulate written case statements and proposals for funding. Ensuring grants and collaborative projects are successful.

The ideal candidate supplements his/her/their education and experience by possessing a passion for communications and appreciating its impact on advancing the Los Angeles Urban League’s mission.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS The Director of Communication primarily works Monday -Friday during normal business hours. He/She/They should also be available to support special events on evenings and weekends, as needed.

Relocation assistance is not available at this time.

The Los Angeles Urban League is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Los Angeles Urban League

Leading Retail / CPG Company is looking for a PR & Corporate Communications Manager to work with their team in a hybrid freelance capacity.

Candidates must be willing to work onsite Monday, Wednesday and Thursday in Van Nuys.

TOP THREE MUST HAVES:

-Experience managing complex integrated marketing and communications programs for a consumer-focused company

-Experience building and leading a team

-Experience driving business through innovative PR strategies

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

-develop and execute strategic PR and experiential marketing programs to enhance customer loyalty

-partner with ecommerce team to assist with community outreach

-manage external agencies to assist in PR and social media activities

-track and report on KPIs

NICE TO HAVES:

-Global experience

-Strong track record working with top tier press

-Meaningful experience with agency / vendor management

Reply with relevant experience to be considered!

Creative Circle

Rails, a global contemporary lifestyle company, is looking to hire a Paid Media Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Support E-commerce/Marketing initiatives and projects with a focus on performance marketing
• Assist with the strategy and creation of marketing assets in collaboration with the creative team, E-commerce team, and agencies
• Responsible for hand-off and approvals of all media assets to agencies and internal teams
• Own asset tracking documentation and be accountable for ensuring all ads created go live
• Develop and execute a testing plan to drive learnings and improve performance across paid media platforms
• Consolidate and report data on a regular basis to provide a feedback loop for leadership, the creative team, and external partners
• Monitor the performance of paid media channels
• Stay abreast of trends in the paid media space and make recommendations on how they apply to the Rails Brand
• Collaborate closely with internal and external partners
• Provide analytics and reporting as needed
• Additional responsibilities as required
• Must be able to maintain an onsite presence in our Los Angeles office 3 days per week

Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of paid media (Meta, Google, TikTok, etc.) within the E-commerce landscape
• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience in an E-commerce marketing capacity
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Experience with Asana or similar Project Management platforms
• Proficiency in Excel
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Collaborative by nature; ability to build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners
• Ability to efficiently prioritize tasks and projects based on impact, and adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities
• Must have a strong sense of personal accountability; taking ownership of initiatives and delivering top-quality results

Rails

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world. Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen China, our guiding principle is to use technology for good.

We are not only a major video game publisher in the world, we also produce other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe. We offer a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients’ digital transformation and business growth.

Level Infinite is a global gaming brand dedicated to delivering high-quality and engaging interactive entertainment experiences to a worldwide audience, wherever and however they choose to play. It operates from bases in Amsterdam and Singapore with staff around the world.

Responsibilities：

• Work with the marketing and development teams in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia to drive the overarching communication strategy and campaign narrative for shooter titles.
• Arrange live or virtual communications events such as hands-on presentations and media tours.
• Be a point of contact for all media contacts throughout NA.
• Build and execute first look, hands-on, preview, and review strategies resulting in maximum press coverage.
• Work with U.S. PR agencies in day-to-day operations to execute breakthrough promotions.
• Oversee PR assets, including scheduling, creation, approval, and publishing, to achieve pre-set PR beats.
• Outline, write, and secure approval of press releases, media advisories, newsletters, and other messaging.
• Manage US PR agency in activities ranging from day-to-day operations to executing break-through promotions.
• Analyze and report earned media campaign results focusing on quantifiable metrics utilizing PR analytics tools such as Meltwater.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a PR manager or marketing manager role in gaming industry.
• Excellent project management and PR planning skills.
• Knowledge of the media landscape and competitive products within the gaming industry.
• Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Photoshop, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PR measurement tools preferred.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• A passionate gamer with deep knowledge of shooter game titles.
• Ability to drive technical communications with strategic partners to help drive internal and external alignment.

Tencent