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MISSION

Our mission is to empower low-income, first generation college students to graduate and obtain a job that aligns with their career goals.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

We support our scholars through four key programs:

• Scholarships: Each student receives a scholarship of $3,000/year for each of the four years enrolled in a four-year college/university.
• One-to-One Mentoring: We carefully match each scholar with one caring adult who provides support, counsel, networking, and positive role modeling to help each student complete college.
• College and Career Success Trainings: We provide all students with targeted, in-depth training events to give them the tools for college completion and career readiness.
• Summer Internships: We provide internship application support for our scholars, ideally for summer internship placements.

The Peninsula College Fund (PCF) is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Director of Development and Communications. Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director (ED), the Director of Development and Communications (Director) will spearhead development efforts as PCF continues to grow. As the principal contact for members of PCF’s donor community, the Director must be adept at stewarding relationships with existing donors, and be able to cultivate support from prospects, including individuals, foundations, and corporate partners. The ideal candidate will have major gift experience across Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and will have a demonstrated track record of raising $2-5 million annually. The Director of Development and Communications currently has two direct reports: Development and Marketing Lead and Development Coordinator.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

We will review resumes on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

• We will conduct phone or Zoom screening, and in-person interviews at our Milpitas office.
• Candidates will be asked to complete a performance assessment.
• We would like to have the Development Director start by January 1, 2024.

How to Apply

Great communication skills are key to this leadership role. Please prepare a thoughtful cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please address the following:

1. Your belief in PCF’s mission
2. Why you believe you are qualified for this position
3. In what areas in the “Essential Job Functions” section might you need some support?
4. Where you learned of this opportunity

No phone calls, please.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Director of Development and Communications is responsible for forecasting and achieving PCF’s revenue

objectives by developing and implementing a fundraising strategy that achieves near-term goals

while also establishing and pursuing strategic goals. PCF’s current annual operating budget is

$3.2 million.

Strategic

• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team and participate in Board meetings (reporting and advising) with shared responsibility for achieving the organization’s vision and goals.
• Develop, diversify, and implement the strategic fundraising direction of the organization to increase financial support in line with PCF’s overall strategy and goals.
• Combine high-level strategy with hands-on implementation and foster relationships to support PCF’s sustainability and strategic growth.
• Supervise a development staff of one full-time, and two part-time staff members. The Development team collaborates across departments and teams to further PCF’s vision and mission.
• Works closely with finance team to reconcile systems and prepare financial reports for executive director and Board review.
• Work closely with communications staff to build a communications strategy (including social media, newsletters and promotional materials) towards raising PCF’s profile amongst funders and donors.

Individual Donors

• Actively manage a portfolio of 150-200 relationships, including prospecting, preparing staff for funder meetings, stewarding current relationships and following development best practices.
• Annually create and implement a fundraising plan, with a goal of developing effective methods and strategies to increase PCF’s overall fundraising effectiveness over time.
• Support the involvement of PCF’s Board as active partners in the fundraising process, and provide leadership for the Board’s Development Committee.
• Create effective donor and prospect communication strategy, calendar, and content.
• Working closely with the PCF Event Lead, managing VIP ticket purchases and seating at PCF events.
• Cultivate relationships with, solicit, and steward Scholarship Circle Donors.
• Coordinate and host donor visits at PCF events.
• Oversee the planning and execution of major fundraising events as determined in collaboration with the ED and Board members to ensure that event goals are clearly defined and achieved.
• Ensure that contributions and donor data are properly maintained in PCF’s donor database, including monthly reconciliation of contributions with PCF’s Accountant.
• Ensure that gifts are acknowledged and documented in a prompt and appropriate manner, and regularly report to the Executive Director on progress toward fundraising goals.
• Research and identify new prospects in coordination with the Executive Director, PCF board members, and the development committee.
• Develop a strategy to increase the number of new four-year pledges.

Institutional Funders (Foundation and Corporate)

• Research, write, submit, and document effective letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and corresponding grant reports.
• Maintain and manage a detailed calendar of preparation and deadline submission dates for foundation grants and reports and other gift prospects.
• Lead and partner with the Executive Director and volunteers or vendors as appropriate in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of foundation, government, and corporate donors.

Administration

• Ensure effective data tracking (current systems in use at PCF are Live Impact, Greater Giving, Benevity.) Oversee the evaluation of systems to support development and inform data-driven planning.
• Oversee monthly reconciliation of contributions and donor records with PCF’s Accountant to ensure that grants and gifts are properly coded and in agreement with the general ledger.
• Ensure accurate donor recognition and acknowledgment in print and online.
• Ensure that high quality supplemental grant materials, such as thank you letters from scholarship recipients, letters of support, etc. are current.
• Ensure that development-related areas of PCF’s website and social media platforms are current, accurate, and well written.
• Participate as may be requested or required when “all hands-on deck” are needed to support PCF events, including the Awards Ceremony, the College and Career Leadership Conference, and other all-organization events.
• Lead and manage the development and fundraising function of IGP, including hiring, supervising, coaching and developing the staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Values

• Passion for educational opportunity and equity
• Desire to empower others through service

Required Qualifications

• Deep appreciation of PCF’s mission and values
• Energetic and innovative
• Ability to work in a resource-constrained environment
• 3-5 years of experience as a Development Director with deep knowledge of and experience in increasing organizational capacity
• Previous experience building and maintaining relationships with high capacity donors; very comfortable making the ask
• Direct experience with individual giving programs, grant writing, and corporate sponsorship
• Excellent verbal, written, and public presentation skills
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Understands how digital tools and platforms function, and also understands how they support organization, productivity, collaboration, and efficiency
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software. PCF currently uses Live Impact
• Experience in planning and producing effective donor-related events, such as house parties, donor appreciation events, etc.
• Facility in developing, managing, and interpreting budgets and development-related financial, analytical, and other data-driven reports
• Experience in serving as a key external representative, and ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with a variety of groups and individuals, including individual donors, foundation officers, scholars, corporate representatives, partner high school representatives, partner college representatives, etc.
• Experience with philanthropy in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties
• Strong organizational, leadership and team-building skills with ability to promote productivity and efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of marketing and communications
• Positive attitude and sense of humor
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a multicultural context, and experience working with low-income communities and communities of color

WORK ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS

Work Environment

• We have a hands-on, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment.
• We believe in an inclusive work environment that fosters individual growth and team empowerment.
• While we take our work very seriously, we also like to have fun and enjoy each other’s company. We have a sunshine committee that plans fun events (that usually involve food!) for staff.
• Standard office environment. Some travel to various venues for events and for meeting with donors. Availability for non-traditional hours including weeknights and weekends on a limited basis required.

Work Location

This position is hybrid, with the expectation that the Development Team works from our Milpitas office one day a week.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary & Compensation

• Salary: $125,000 – $140,000 annually
• We offer a generous benefits package:

1. Leave: 10 days of vacation,12 paid holidays, 8 paid sick days and a flexible work schedule when needed.
2. Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits: We currently pay 100% of all premiums for eligible employees.
3. 403(b) Retirement Plan.

• This is a full-time, 40 hr./week, exempt position.
• All PCF staff members have access to a professional development stipend

The Peninsula College Fund

Summary

The Store Support and Communications Manager enables the efficient operation of our fleet of stores by managing and or supporting multiple distinct elements of store support, including store communications and interdepartmental communication. Facilitating communication with internal business partners, monitoring, and intervening as needed with new initiatives and established and ongoing processes. (This is not a district manager or store manager position)

Responsibilities/ Duties

• Partner Cross Functionally with other corporate-based departments to develop communication store needs.
• Schedule and lead interdepartmental meetings to improve communication internally within the corporation to protect the stores from unrealistic workloads.
• Participate in setting new procedures and processes within Store Communication.
• Review communication to stores for accuracy and efficacy.
• Manage the documentation of workflows, policies, and procedures for reference manuals, guides, policies, and procedures.
• Consult with IT, Transportation, Inventory Management, Logistics, Enterprise Learning, Risk Management, and Legal
• Analyze existing reports and other relevant data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Identify and update obsolete or redundant activities within the department.
• Support Operations Management staff in project activities, including prioritizing, developing schedules, identifying resources, preparing plans, and resolving issues.
• Ensure all actions required to support the stores’ operational needs are performed accurately and promptly.
• Align individuals’ responsibilities with their strengths and affinities where possible.
• Coordinate/prioritize projects within the team and (as needed) across the organization.
• Create and maintain a culture of Win as Team
• Lead process improvement and systems integration projects that will improve business operations.
• Assume positive intent- be professional, positive and engaged at all times.
• Abide to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy
• Ensure compliance with internal controls as applicable to your function within the organization.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum Required Experience/ Skills/Knowledge:

• 5+ years of professional experience in operations
• Must have retail operation experience
• Must have Worked in a corporate environment
• Experience using analytical, sales, and productivity tools.
• Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, and meeting deadlines.
• Customer service, retail, or manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively with many different teams within the company.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in composing concise, accurate, and appropriately targeted responses.
• Flexibility to changing duties and responsibilities.
• Solid PC (Microsoft Office) and technical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Elevated level of customer service and relationship management, with excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience/ Skills/Knowledge:

• Communications degree
• Microsoft Office Suite- extensive Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analysis and assessment skills
• Experience leading in-person and remote teams.
• Experience with planning and organizing workstreams.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in retail, hospitality, amusement/ or other fields providing services to the public.

Competencies

Action Oriented, Adaptability, Active Listening, Teamwork, Time Management, Delegation, Attention to Detail

**** Currently in the City of Commerce and moving to Tustin in a few months.

**** We are not seeking a store manager or a district manager. We are seeking an operations and communications manager from a corporate office*****

Salary: $95,000 – $100,000

99 Cents Only Stores

AC Transit is actively looking for a Program Specialist (Multimedia) in the Media Affairs Department. This position is responsible for multimedia projects, including: video production, photography, and department social media management.

Representative Functions:

• Implements, functions, and coordinates activities in support of a variety of multimedia, within the Media Affairs department.
• Designs and assists in the creation of multimedia campaigns that include photography, audio/video promotions, and print publications.
• Assists and independently coordinates or executes preproduction development activities, including storyboarding, script writing, location scouting, and scheduling, and identifying equipment and budget needs.
• Produces original, creative, professional quality visual media employing a range of production techniques and tools; utilizes industry standard image and audio editing, lighting, and post-production techniques to achieve high-quality results.
• Manages the department’s social media efforts to engage a wide range of audiences, increase viewership, and implement strategies for ongoing expansion; contributes to the development and production of social media content; actively identifies and suggests emerging opportunities in the social media landscape to enhance engagement and bolster the presence of Media Affairs.
• Establishes and maintains the record-keeping and archiving system; tracks and manages the library of project files, digital assets, and related equipment.
• Serves as a department liaison with internal partners collaborating to develop digital content for marketing and social media campaigns, the District website; contributes to the development of print marketing and communications materials; provides original content and/or assists in the creation of content provided to external news and media partners.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Additional years of experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Three (3) years of recent, verifiable, support experience in video and audio production/recording and photography, broadcasting, multimedia journalism or a related field or two (2) years at a level equivalent to the District’s classification of Assistant Program Specialist.

Additional Information:

Knowledge of:

• Industry-standard design and page layout software including Adobe Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Premiere Pro, InDesign, and Express.
• Advanced technical aspects of shooting video, lighting, and photography using digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) equipment.
• Color theory and image retouching and typography.
• Strong understanding of the pre-press and print production process.
• Advanced English competency, including grammar and punctuation, to support internal employee communications and related business writing, communicating with coworkers and vendors. Strong proficiency with video software for planning, editing, and scripting
• Social media performance and growth tactics.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively working with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

Ability to:

• Follow creative direction for design and production-ready lay-outs.
• Develop professional level, production-ready videos, photos, and design layouts.
• Brainstorming.
• Establish the look and feel of internal and external campaigns.
• Thrive in high-pressure situations with strict timelines; efficiently handle multiple projects concurrently; and take creative direction.
• Remain flexible through requested edits while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
• Build files for both print and digital applications.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax; use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Pipeline Posting

AC Transit

Who We Are:

Pleasures was founded in 2015 with the goal of introducing and educating their customer about art, music, and 90’s subcultures through clothing while also bringing unique retail and artistic experiences to the masses.

Based in Los Angeles, Pleasures is a graphically charged and inclusive unisex brand who hopes to represent a new global movement in streetwear.

Your New Role:

The Junior Production Designer role reports to the Senior Graphic Designer and provides support for various stakeholders including the co-founders, Senior Graphic Designer, Visual Art Director, Senior Cut and Sew Design Director, and assists in special projects as assigned.

Your Role Responsibilities:

Graphic Design

• Create graphics and designs that align with our brand identity.
• Design marketing materials including banners, flyers, email campaigns, and social media content.
• Design and assist in the creation of headwear and accessories.
• Graphic preparation for web store and clients. (Resizing, retouching, etc.)
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends to bring fresh ideas to the table.

Production Management

• Generate and maintain accurate product documentation, including tech packs and design files.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure accurate product quality.
• Create, submit, and track PO’s.
• Manage production schedules to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Tech Packing (Apparel and accessories)
• Desire to learn, a go-getter.
• Organized

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• InDesign experience.
• Figma experience.
• Knowledgeable about fashion and industry trends.
• Passionate about streetwear.
• Passionate about music.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $75,000 to $80,000 per year based on experience.

Work Location: In person

Benefits: Health insurance, Paid time off

Experience level: 2 years

Physical setting: Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types: Bonus Pay

Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred)

PLEASURES NOW

WORLD LEADER IN CONSERVATION:

The Catalina Island Conservancy is a non-profit organization whose mission is to be an exemplary steward of island resources through a balance of conservation, education, and recreation. We preserve and restore the environment on Catalina, promoting and modeling ecologically sustainable communities to create a healthier future for this island and our Earth.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Chief of External Affairs, the Director of Communications is responsible for leading the day-to-day management of the Communications program at Catalina Island Conservancy. The position will be working in partnership with the Chief of External Affairs and the Leadership Team, and managing a Senior Manager of Communications, Senior Manager of Marketing, and a Digital Branding assistant. The position ensures that the Catalina Island Conservancy editorial strategies, messaging, and branding are understood and adhered to in all work produced by the organization.  The successful candidate will possess excellent persuasive writing and communication skills, superior project management acumen, and be a proactive builder of relationships.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

This position must have a superb ability to develop and implement consistent content and editorial strategies that meet and exceed goals across the organization, and has a passion for the mission of conservation, education, and recreation.  The Director regularly reports on progress toward set goals, along with analysis and results of projects based in the program. The Director must be a brilliant strategist and creative communications professional with at least 7-10 years of experience in internal and external communications. Believing that brand is embedded in people and the work they do together and the organizations that advance missions, the Director will be a results-oriented, change maker, integrated marketing, public relations, and communications leader, internal brand messaging, including executive messaging, and an agile problem solver. A successful candidate will possess experience with Crisis Communications, experience with environmental, conservation, climate, outdoor and recreation, travel journalism, and/or experiential learning. Preference for candidates with national and international experience in pitching stories and developing content. Experience in coaching and prepping staff for media interviews and on-camera appearances. Experience overseeing social media strategy and content creation is preferred.

This position partners closely with the Chief of External Affairs and the President & CEO of the organization. The successful candidate will be a proven manager of broad based and personalized communications in multiple platforms, including print, digital, and video. In managing the Communications and Marketing team, this role will lead and inspire the team to develop, execute, and measure successful communications program plans.  The role also includes the management, hiring and training of one senior manager (with possible future managers as well). Working closely with the Chief of External Affairs, the Communications Director monitors budgets, implements systems, procedures, and practices for the communications department. The Director of Communications supports fundraising success by crafting persuasive and accurate communications, especially formatting of proposals and sponsorship materials to individual and corporate donors, along with case statements for support and other donor collateral materials.  The role provides leadership for the team and the organization overall, with communications aimed at a broad external audience base.  

The Director of Communications also supports and executes the vision of the President & CEO by supporting the articulation of thought and position papers, speeches, and articles, along with executing against branding, marketing, and media platform objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a strategic communication plan.
• Develop, implement, and ensure adherence to vision for organization wide communications.
• Serve as a project manager (traffic control) responsible for coordinating and managing the development of all communications pieces in print or digital.
• Develop custom gift proposals, templates, and suite of collateral materials for major gift and campaign program.
• Maintain close effective relationships with all departments, working across program, conservation, education, recreation and operational staff, to ensure that the Conservancy’s mission is clearly articulated.
• Assist in and help to oversee all content for website and assist in the design, development and dissemination of print and web materials.
• Work with Communications and Development teams to develop donor impact stories for reports, publications, website and videos.
• Provide a rigorous, systematic review of and analysis of all communications activities to find ways to do things more efficiently and effectively.
• Oversee all brand development and management; marketing and media, and copywriting, editing, content creation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

·      Strategic communications

·      Brand development

·      Internal and executive communications 

·      Public communications

·      Public relations and positioning

·      Brand management and awareness

·      Crisis communications

·      Marketing

·      Copywriting

·      Content creation

·      Publications and collateral development

·      Audience research

·      Website

·      Campaign development

DEMANDS:

·      This role is considered hybrid remote; based out of the Long Beach office, with two days expected in office weekly and frequent travel to Catalina Island.

·      The work locations have moderate noise levels and is a non-smoking environment.

·      The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: the authority of the job duties are performed in an office environment; the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Catalina Island Conservancy

Influencer Marketing Manager (Auto & Off-Road Industry Experience Preferred)

The Brand Amp, a leading PR and Marketing agency now has an opening in for a manager level influencer marketing executive in our Costa Mesa office. Candidates with significant automotive &/or off-road vehicle experience are preferred, but savvy and experienced marketers should also apply. The Brand Amp is looking for a full-time Influencer Marketing Manager, especially those with a passion for the auto, off-road, hunting or overlanding categories. Once hired, the executive will also play a broader creative role within the agency’s multi-faceted business. The influencer marketing efforts will include working with truck, tire, overland and off-road athletes and influencers, as well as mainstream social-media influencers and celebrities with an interest in various verticals.

The Influencer Marketing Manager is a client-facing position that is responsible for working within a team structure to develop strategy, managing programs, procuring influencers, and providing ongoing counsel. This position will manage accounts and influencer team support staff, working very closely with the internal PR, social media, event & content teams. The ideal candidate must have a strong ability to multi-task and independently problem-solve in a fast-paced environment, while meeting tight deadlines.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develop influencer marketing strategies & programs for key clients
• Demonstrate a high level of savvy and thoughtfulness with clients
• Establish goals and objectives, along with key success metrics for each program
• Identify authentic target influencer profiles in key categories & deliverables to drive client success
• Effectively evaluate and communicate an influencer’s potential fit with a brand
• Lead research efforts to identify authentic influencer candidates
• Oversee outreach, thoughtful negotiation, and procurement of influencers
• Management of all influencer deliverables
• Development of weekly and monthly reporting
• Identify influencer opportunities to be leveraged with other business units
• Understanding & enforcement of proper FTC disclosures
• Stay on top of industry trends & PR/social media advancements

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Agency Experience: 5+ years of influencer marketing experience at a PR or social media marketing agency
• Strategy Development: Proven success in developing impactful influencer programs & reporting success
• Influencer Outreach: Significant experience identifying, contracting, securing & managing macro, mid-tier and micro influencers for consumer-facing national brands to leverage across branded video content and social platforms
• Trends: Possess a forward-looking understanding of current/upcoming trends, pop culture nuances, and emerging social conversations to inform the development of culturally relevant talent and influencer marketing campaigns within the off-road and automotive spaces
• Social Media: Robust understanding of social media platforms & analytics
• Writing & Communication: Must have strong written & verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively both externally with clients & internally with peers
• Self-Starter: Ability to stay one step ahead of the client while thriving independently in a fast-paced & deadline-driven environment
• Creativity: Imagination to brainstorm new creative approaches to influence and ideate new strategies to meet the changing needs of the marketplace in order to help clients reach their target audience
• Organization: Ability to handle multiple campaigns for several clients simultaneously, while maintaining quality of work as part of a fast-paced, integrated team

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sit for prolonged periods
• Bend, squat and kneel as required
• View a computer screen for prolonged periods
• Use computer keyboard, mouse and related equipment
• Ability to lift 40 lbs

WHY TBA?

We have a diverse client roster of dynamic brands, great products, and even better stories. You can focus on one, or work across various categories including fitness, consumer tech, automotive, action sports, non-profit and others.

We are a meritocracy, believing great ideas come from anyone. If you prove capable, you will be given opportunities to do more and more. Our team members are our most important asset. Developing each other’s skills and striving for both success and personal fulfillment is our highest priority.

Also, because ambition and ideals only take us so far, we have a host of perks that include: a full package of benefits with employer-paid health insurance, generous holiday schedule, work from home policies, 401k matching, a new business incentive program and much more.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k), with employer matching
• Employer provided/supplemented health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Traditional holidays and paid time off
• Employee referral program

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days in-office, 3 days remote)

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:30pm

For candidates working in person or remotely in the below locations, the reasonable pay range for this specific position in CA is $80,000-95,000 annually. The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range The Brand Amp, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future, and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the pay range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market and business considerations.

The Brand Amp offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking an energetic and confident individual to join our team of professionals.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Brand Amp

Insight Editions takes great pride in making innovative and creative products that are well respected in the industry. We are seeking a Project Editor to provide support to the editorial team. This is a fun, high-energy, high-demand environment that requires expert multi-tasking and problem-solving skills to produce the exciting titles and content that we create. Our publishing program includes a variety of products from many of the world’s largest pop-culture brands, from Harry Potter to DC Comics to Disney. This position is a great opportunity to learn the editorial process with a global publishing company.

Required Qualifications

• BA in English or a related field
• 2-3 years of publishing experience within project management or production editorial

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee titles at various phases in production across multiple imprints and diverse subject matter

● Shepherd multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality control and meeting strict deadlines, often under tight production schedules

● Create, manage, and update schedules for assigned titles

● Responsible for strict adherence to production/printing schedules

● Copyedit and proofread materials as necessary

● Code manuscripts via Word in preparation for transmittal to design

● Ability to identify, attract, and retain capable freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers. Review work, manage budgets and invoices.

● Collate all corrections to passes

● Check implementation of corrections to passes

● Proactively problem solve and resolve issues quickly. Take initiative to troubleshoot queries and inconsistencies noted in manuscripts and first/last pass pages in order to keep production process moving.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of book development and book publishing process

• Experience managing multiple schedules and meeting deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Extensive grammar, copy-editing, and proofreading proficiencies and an in-depth knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Workspace

• A passion for books and writing

• Knowledge of our existing licensors a plus

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, highly-organized, and able to set priorities under pressure.

• Ability to balance many projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

This is a full-time position located in San Rafael. Insight Editions offers a 401k savings plan with employer match, employer-paid health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, paid sick leave and paid vacation leave.

Insight Editions

ICA Cristo Rey Academy – Corporate Work Study Program 

Manager of Corporate Engagement

ICA Cristo Rey Academy is a Cristo Rey School, sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. Located in the Mission District of San Francisco, the school is in its 140th year of operation and its 14th year as a member of the Cristo Rey Network. The Cristo Rey Network comprises 39 secondary schools that provide a quality Catholic, college preparatory education to urban secondary school students from families of limited resources. ICA Cristo Rey Academy is the only all- girl secondary school within the Network. All students at Cristo Rey Network schools participate in a work-study program through which they help finance a percentage of the cost of their education, gain real world job experience, grow in self-confidence, and realize the relevance of their education. The focus of the educational program is to successfully prepare young women of faith, integrity, and service to attend college and vision a future for themselves as contributing citizens.

Job Description 

The Manager of Corporate Engagement cultivates new client relationships to achieve full and meaningful employment of all students, as well as ensures the retention and growth of existing Corporate Work partners. Maintaining and securing work study sponsors for all students is essential to the successful operation of ICA Cristo Rey Academy. The successful Manager of Corporate Engagement will expand the school’s community outreach and involvement to grow brand awareness and recruit new corporate partners. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Plan an annual stewardship plan in close collaboration with the CWS and Development teams and President’s office.
• Execute a strategic plan for job acquisition.
• Manage the entire sales cycle with new partners including lead generation and cultivation, securing face-to-face meetings, selling the program, agreement execution, and onboarding.
• Build a database of potential partners through referrals from current sponsors, board members, other supporters of the school, and your own research.
• Maintain up-to-date records in the CRM across the CWS and Development Salesforce databases.
• Plan and execute events in service of job recruitment and retention.
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate partners currently in the portfolio.  
• Increase awareness of the CWS among Bay Area business leaders.
• Develop community relationships that will result in referrals and introductions.
• Work with the Director of Marketing to create marketing materials and ensure implementation of communication plans.
• Attend networking events and meetings to increase the number of prospects in the pipeline.
• Provide direction and advice to the Director of CWS and Vice President of Development regarding the needs of potential and existing corporate sponsors.
• Work with the Development team to leverage and cultivate prospects identified through the job recruitment process who may be able to assist the school at large. 
• Collaborate with the CWS team on relationship management, student and supervisor training, and site visits. 
• Attend CWS and schoolwide meetings to understand school culture and student experience. 
• Represent ICA Cristo Rey Academy at community events and in professional organizations; attend day, evening, and weekend school events, functions, assemblies, and meetings as directed by the President.
• The position reports to the Vice President of Development and meets regularly with the Director of CWS and CWS team.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Cristo Rey alumni strongly encouraged to apply
• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 2 years experience in the sales, business development, recruiting, and/or marketing and communications fields
• Significant experience and verifiable track record of meeting annual revenue goals
• Ability to execute projects independently
• Demonstrated ability to connect and build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including students, staff, families, guardians, corporate partners, and the community. 
• Highly organized, capable of balancing and prioritizing concurrent projects and deadlines
• Experience with in-person networking and web-based and social media communications
• Familiarity with the Greater Bay Area business community strongly preferred
• Proficiency in G Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, all social media platforms
• Working knowledge of Salesforce or comparable CRM management systems a plus
• Commitment to DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, openness, and dedication to being a lifelong learner 

Compensation

The anticipated salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for this position is $78,000 to $85,000, depending on factors such as experience and education.

Application Process

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter highlighting your interest in and readiness for this position to Tina Sprouse, [email protected], with the subject line: Manager of Corporate Engagement.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis on an expedited timeline until the position is filled.

ICA Cristo Rey Academy

Gotion Global is responsible to promote Gotion High-Tech products to international multi-market, to meet and satisfy customer demands. Gotion High-Tech is one of global leading companies in traction battery, energy storage system, and other unlimited special rechargeable battery application fields.

Define and shape the PR strategy to elevate market exposure

· Maintain and expand media relations to build brand reputation

· Lead brand events to enhance media and consumers brand experience on media and social platforms

· Synergize with internal and external team to maximize brand business and marketing impact

· Lead PR team and empower subordinates to success

· Develop and implement PR/communication strategies, manage the overall brand image

· Identify partnership, cross marketing and KOL/ celebrity endorsement opportunity with cost-efficiency

· Lead and deliver high quality events, media fam trip and workshops to promote brand/ product

· Manage PR agency to build strong media relationship, generate clippings through stories, interviews, product features, and provide timely clippings.

· Support new resort opening with strong media campaigns and PR materials.

· Drive external and internal communication, handle media issues/crisis communications and providing prompt media responses

· Budget planning & control, team management

· Minimum of eight years of marketing communication/PR experience in traditional and digital teams, advantageous if experience is in both an agency and in-house setting.

· Creative thinking and an all-round make-it-happen leadership attitude

· Strong story-telling experience to consumer, corporate and media partners.

· Demonstrable experience of an integrated approach to PR (content, social media, influencers, media partnership etc.)

· Strong media contacts; sound knowledge of influencers and non-traditional channels

· Crisis and issues management experience is a must

· Quick thinking and ability to spot trends and exploit opportunities to respond quickly to social sentiment

· Project management capabilities and experience in managing creative and production resources

· Experience in working within a matrix organization structure, across internal business units and external agency and media partners

·· Great Chinese and English writing, editing and proof-reading skills

· Experience of managing and optimizing budgets

Gotion Inc.

About Sims Metal

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As responsible corporate citizens, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Job description

Community/Government Relations Manager

This position requires prior experience and local affiliations with community outreach efforts in Sacramento, CA.

This position is responsible for managing the West Region’s community outreach efforts. These efforts are intended to support both the community and Sims’ business objectives. The position will build partnerships and engagement with local community leaders and organizations to enhance the company’s reputation, demonstrate our commitment to the community, and display our willingness to be open and honest with our host community and neighbors.

This is a hybrid job with travel as needed for community outreach efforts. The successful candidate will be based in Sacramento, CA. Travel is also required as needed to various locations within the region including Hayward, CA, Rancho Cordo, CA, Redwood City, CA, Richmond, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Jose, CA, Stockton, CA, Fernley, NV and Sparks, NV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of the company’s business operations, goals, and objectives in order to set priorities for community investments and activities and to develop a territory-specific community relations plan.
• Lead the implementation of the Sims Social License Framework for the West Region.
• Identify new community investments and commitments that support the company’s business objectives.
• Partner with other Sims’ stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the community relations program while seeking ways to continue to increase our impact and advocacy.
• Build strong relationships and partnerships with community leaders and host communities, developing sustainable solutions to identified community issues.
• Establish metrics, determining our community impact and the value of our investments, involvement, and programs within the community.
• Lead the regional Community Event Committee and maintain staff members’ engagement with community projects.
• Develop and maintain media contacts and distribution lists specific to community relations and investment strategies.
• Collaborate and engage with executives, senior leaders, and other staff on the company’s community relations strategy and vision.
• Author and manage the review process for letters, mailers, and social media (or web) content related to community engagement efforts.
• Manage the region’s community relations budget, including charitable donations and engagement activities.

Education/Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Corporate Responsibility/Sustainability, Communications, Marketing, Psychology, Government/Politics or a related field.
• 7+ years in community relations/affairs, corporate philanthropy, non-profit, or foundation management or equivalent.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to manage and track multiple projects and activities.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with community organizations, including advocate groups, nonprofit groups, and community agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically about the community affairs program design and implementation.

• Qualifications

• Must be organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to execute plans efficiently and effectively without supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High-energy individual who is amiable and outgoing.
• Experience consulting with senior leaders in various functional areas, collaborating to achieve shared outcomes.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and must have the ability to effectively interact with executives, senior leaders, and external/community partners.
• Experience preparing presentations and presenting to senior management and community leaders.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal presentation.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings, as needed. The successful candidate will be expected to work in an office environment but will have flexible a schedule to deal with the various demands and aspects of a community relations role.
• Ability to visit regional sites and to travel to regional events as needed.
• Experience leading and conducting volunteer events.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• While not required, bilingual (English

Find Out More…Please visit www.simsltd.com for more information on Sims and its commitment to sustainability.

SIMS LIMITED IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE VALUE THE DIVERSITY OF ALL OF OUR EMPLOYEES AND ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKING ENVIRONMENT WHERE EVERYONE CAN CONTRIBUTE, ADVANCE ON MERIT, AND REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. SIMS LIMITED IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE COMPANY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE WITH REGARD TO RACE, SEX, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, DISABILITY, AGE, MARITAL OR FAMILIAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, VETERAN STATUS, HOUSING STATUS, SOURCE OF INCOME, OR ANY OTHER STATUS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THIS APPLIES TO ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION, INCLUDING RECRUITING, HIRING, PLACEMENT, PROMOTION, TERMINATION, LAYOFF, RECALL, TRANSFER, LEAVES OF ABSENCE, COMPENSATION, AND TRAINING. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY IN NEED OF A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION MAY REQUEST SUCH WITHOUT FEAR OF REPRISAL OR DISCRIMINATION.

Sims Limited