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Public Relations Director

We are looking for a PR Director to create and execute a strategic PR plan that positions our client as a premier entertainment/destination venue.

Secure organic coverage of our clients initiatives across retail, entertainment, dining and luxury through editorial features, influencers, live media stories, and exclusive features.

Responsibilities:

• Create/disseminate brand narrative to the media and local communities.
• Develop press-worthy campaigns that engage top tier media partners and create excitement around the brand and its initiatives, in partnership with the broader Marketing team.
• Foster existing/develop new relationships with broadcast /print /digital press, identify new outlets and media opportunities.
• Actively and consistently pitch stories to the media to keep our client top-of-mind and generate positive publicity.
• POC for all press/media inquiries and create appropriate materials, securing coverage both proactively and re-actively.
• Write and edit all press releases to drive awareness.
• Develop/manage relationships with local chambers of commerce, local mayors, and key community organizations.
• Lead crisis communication efforts to minimize negative impact on the brand.
• Provide PR council to executive team and to individual departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• 7-10 years’ experience in PR and/or media relations specifically in the entertainment, retail, fashion, apparel, luxury, hospitality, casino or sports arena.
• Creative thinking and persuasive selling through good understanding of media relations.
• Strong understanding on how to craft compelling messages for optimal coverage.
• Strong network in the NJ/ NY metro media and surrounding communities.
• Non-traditional hours including nights and weekends when necessary.

About Somerset Global Solutions:

We bring more than 20 years of experience in the executive recruiting and staffing industry.

Somerset Global Solutions specializes in Direct Hire, Retained, Temp-to-hire, and Contract Solutions. We are a valued company guided by honesty, ethics, and integrity. We focus on challenging and building employees personal strength where they can reach their highest potential within your organization and bringing top talent to your organization. Our efforts are to serve more than job seekers, but the business community as a whole.

Somerset Global Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veterans or disability status and prohibits workplace Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind.

No Sponsorship Available

Somerset Global Solutions

Job Title: Editorial Manager, Franchise Editorial

Reporting to: Editorial Director, Franchise Editorial

Department: Franchise Editorial (Marketing/PR, Activision)

Your Platform

Founded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers — like Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™ and Call of Duty® — our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.

And while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you’re interested in our biggest priority, it’s our people.

We’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.

Join us, make history. To learn more, check us out at www.callofduty.com/blog, www.activision.com, www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Your Mission

An experienced Manager of Editorial content, Writer, and Gamer is needed to join the Activision Franchise Editorial team to work primarily on long-form (“Blog”) content for Activision, including Call of Duty. An ideal candidate would have 3-6 years of proven experience writing, editing, and managing editorial content, along with an impressive knowledge of Activision titles. A passionate gamer with experience in first-person action titles and their nomenclature is preferred.

The Editorial Manager would be an integral part of shaping Franchise Editorial content and long-form messaging. The primary role would include managing the research of game content, and redefining it into player-friendly, authentic, and accurate communications that acts as the main hub of information for the brands.

Quality content is of paramount importance, delivered on time and within budget, and distributed across multiple channels. The ideal candidate would be a skilled and articulate communicator, able to craft communications from a small stable of writers, and ensuring content is steered toward publication on-time, and accurately.

This role requires an individual with a strong production management ethic, the ability to bring innovative and creative ideas from inception to reality. The candidate would be passionate and knowledgeable about the gaming industry, Activision’s games, with understanding of communication trends.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Editorial Director to deliver content production goals reflected in the editorial calendar based on all brand communications, applying processes and tools in place, and contributing to improving existing approaches.
• Managing the development and approval of content across blogs, including assets such as screenshots and artwork.
• Work closely with internal partners to shepherd editorial projects from concept through launch achieving the highest quality output.
• Write, edit, proof, fact-check, and polish a variety of franchise-oriented communications with a steadfast focus on quality. Coordinate internally with subject matter experts across teams to gather information to spotlight our games and talent.
• Ensure the Content Management System and Call of Duty Blog content across owned channels is fully SEO optimized, updated, fully curated, and localized globally.
• Managing the central distribution of long-form content across Activision, ensuring global teams receive public-facing communications.
• Bring innovation and assistance in maintaining a communications style guide in concert with the PR, Marketing, and other brand teams. Monitor content effectiveness and help modify strategies accordingly. Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Player Profile

• 3-6 years of client, publication, or agency-side editorial, PR, journalism, or marketing communications experience plus production experience backed by a portfolio of high-quality work.
• A solutions-oriented mentality and a discerning eye for high-quality content.
• An ability to work quickly and effectively across a range of near and long-term priorities.
• Experience using style and grammar references, including Chicago Manual of Style.
• Experience implementing efficient workflow processes and implementing productivity tools, including (but not limited to) the Microsoft Office communications suite, Sharepoint, CMS systems, Jira, Monday, Sprinklr, as well as general knowledge of game builds. Photoshop and knowledge of PC hardware is also a bonus.
• A deep, experienced knowledge of video games, with a particular knowledge of Call of Duty to ensure the maintenance of authentic long-form content. A great K/D ratio and passion for the game is a bonus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build a network of collaborators. Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected] General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world’s largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet.

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $72,720.00 – $134,460.00 Annual. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Activision Blizzard

About Bubble Agency

Bubble Agency is at the heart of the fast-paced and innovative media and entertainment industry. We are the leading global full-service boutique agency, providing PR, marketing and events expertise to the film, broadcast, media technology, sports and AV industries.

In our 24-year history, we have launched some of the most exciting technological innovations that shape the way we consume media today and our clients are behind some of the most popular content on screen. None of our achievements would have been possible without our amazingly talented team.

And this is your opportunity to join Team Bubble! You will be part of an inspiring team that rewards talent and creativity and develops potential. We are proud to have been a finalist for the 2022 PRCA Dare Awards’ ‘Team Culture and Community Award’ and at the 2023 UK Company Culture Awards in the ‘Best Agency To Work For’ category, and we continue to place our team and their well-being at the heart of everything we do.

The right candidate will share our company values, be passionate about communications, media and technology, and enjoy being part of a sociable team and attending international trade shows. We are headquartered in Holborn, London, with an office in Los Angeles and team members in New York, Portland, and Dubai.

Our values

● Teamwork

● Ambition

● Consideration

● Transparency

If you like the sound of us, we would like to hear from you. To apply for the role, please send your CV and a 100-word cover letter or video on why you’d like to be a Bubble to Emma Pritchard at [email protected].

Job title: Account Manager

Role Overview: Account Managers are the backbone of the account team, ensuring all their accounts are run efficiently and effectively. They mastermind media sell-ins and drive and support their team to meet, and exceed, coverage targets and maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities. They are expected to network and maintain a healthy pool of lucrative media relationships that they call upon to secure stand-out coverage. They are super responsive to, and understanding of, client requests; they ensure all deadlines are met and all written content is created to a high standard and is error-free, and make certain that account reporting and admin run like clockwork.

Account Responsibilities

Campaign planning and delivery:

• Accountable for developing campaign plans against client KPIs; ensure these are agreed for each client. Responsible for delivering on these plans, making sure client expectations are met and exceeded, and all deadlines met
• Responsible for flagging any gaps or lack of coverage/results to AD; devise ways to meet monthly KPIs, working in sync with AE/JAE
• Reporting: responsible for ensuring client trackers are updated daily and monthly client reports are produced to a high quality and on time
• Proactive media planning: responsible for planning how your team will meet monthly media targets and accountable for delivering on them
• Coverage monitoring: oversee the collation of coverage; inform your clients of coverage wins as they happen
• Writing: lead on all writing and proof-reading tasks; writing content or managing delegation to a Bubble writer, critiquing and ensuring accuracy before delivering to the client
• Assessing and pitching speaking opportunities to clients
• Regularly take award opportunities to clients, handle drafts and submit on client’s behalf
• Be an active contributor to team brainstorms; ensure ideas are developed and presented to clients to keep accounts fresh
• Ensure exceptional attention to detail in all your work, continually refine your written and verbal skills and your ability to present complex industry information to target audiences
• Bring excellent time management, think on your feet, juggle multiple tasks and prioritise

Client relationships:

• AMs are the main point of contact for all their clients, taking a proactive lead on all client communications, including responding to client emails, leading client calls and face-to-face meetings
• Responsible for providing well thought-out advice and recommendations to clients on the best approach for media opportunities and communications-related or industry questions
• Accountable for handling and solving any client issues, drawing on expertise from the AD and input from JAEs/AEs
• Recognise when things are going off track, raise this with the account team, devise ways to overcome these to avoid client losses or decreases in retainer revenues
• Get to know your clients inside and out by building a solid rapport

Media relationships:

• Mainstream media and influencer relations: achieve big-ticket tier one coverage by building and maintaining high-level media contacts; devise creative and targeted pitches; work with AD to target them with client news, stories and feature ideas, resulting in coverage for clients
• Proactive sector media relations: work hard to produce creative pitches, think of ways to sell-in to the media and secure solid, appropriate coverage for all clients
• Establish and build relationships with tier-one press for all your clients in the sectors they play in. Suggest new ways to engage and communicate to ensure close relationships are built and maintained
• Regularly review and assess press lists
• Proactively monitor the news landscape; provide clients with news hijacking opportunities and successfully sell-in comment responses
• News distribution: oversee the distribution of content to client’s target media; work with AE/JAE to assess if outlets are covering client news. If not, work together to establish why
• Support the development of client and Bubble’s profile with analyst houses; research and share ideas of how Bubble and its clients can work with them with AD

Growing accounts and new business:

• Upselling: adopt a commercial mindset at all times to ensure clients are aware of all our services and how we can meet any additional needs they may have
• Support new business pitches by contributing high-level campaign ideas and research; attend pitches and present to the prospect
• New business preparation: research prospects and share ideas with AD

Managing your account team(s):

• Take charge of managing AEs, JAEs, graduates and interns under your charge. Monitor workload and time, share clear deadlines and ensure they are prioritising
• Get to know your team and be a hands-on manager. Listen, motivate and inspire your team. Be open to collaboration but push them to self-problem solve for their own growth
• Ensure your team know their responsibilities on each account, set clear KPIs and hold them accountable
• Ensure communication lines are in place and appropriate for each team member
• Capacity planning: manage the time and output of your JAEs/AEs to ensure clients are being serviced adequately. Work with AD to monitor and adjust service levels accordingly

Company Responsibilities

• Tradeshows, events and awards: provide support for local and international tradeshows; lead your clients’ presence; plan and book press meetings, ensure the news schedule is met and show previews are fulfilled. Attend local events and award ceremonies for networking opportunities
• Organise brainstorm sessions and be an active participant
• Lead by example and be a champion of the Bubble values – TEAMWORK, AMBITION, CONSIDERATION, TRANSPARENCY
• Feed your passion for technology and business, and inspire this passion in others. Be curious about the industries we work in and the changing media landscape. Start to create connections by attending industry events, keep up to date on industry trends by regularly reading industry news and subscribing to key publications, be an active participant in relevant forums and on social media
• Contribute regularly to Bubble’s social media and online presence
• Interact with the other JAMs/AMs to share knowledge and best practices, work together to problem-solve and provide recommendations
• Play your part in achieving the company KPIs
• Actively participate in company welfare initiatives. Be mindful of your team’s wellbeing and flag any concerns
• Keep your knowledge and skills with key tools/technology up to date to ensure operational efficiency
• Take on any ad-hoc admin duties and volunteer to help out

Reporting to: Account Director

Salary and Benefits: The AM will be offered a fantastic package including:

• Competitive basic salary
• Annual performance-based bonus
• 21 days’ holiday, plus Christmas period closure break (25 days annually in total)
• Additional holiday days awarded for long service
• Flexible working patterns/hours
• 3pm Friday finish for 8-weeks during the summer
• Healthcare
• Annual bucket list scheme 
• Training and development program
• Laptop

Our Recruitment Process: Once a CV has been accepted the candidate will go through the following process:

Stage 1 – Initial video interview with Talent Manager

Stage 2 – Task completion

Stage 3 – Video interview with Head of Americas and Account Director. Present PR Planning task

Stage 4 – Final interview/presentation with CEO, Managing Director and Talent Manager

Candidate Specifics: Our new Bubble must:

• Have 2-4 years PR experience
• A proven track record of successfully implemented PR campaigns for a range of clients
• Understand the difference between B2B and B2C PR
• Demonstrate a passion technology and business
• Demonstrate an understanding of the media landscape and where it is heading
• Be a media hound who’s passionate about pitching and selling in stories
• Be an excellent timekeeper, able to think on their feet and juggle multiple tasks with tight deadlines
• Be experienced in new business pitching
• Driven, ambitious and willing to contribute to the business
• Be prepared and able to work a tradeshow and travel
• Be proficient and active on social media
• Have good positive energy with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Solid good written and verbal communication skills

Proficient with our key tools:

• Canva, Hootsuite, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, YouTube, TikTok
• Microsoft Office and Google Drive

Bubble Agency

Position:

Multimedia Sales Manager

About the Company:

Our client is a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. They’ve always been in the business of telling stories, but they’re more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest’s largest media organizations, they are leaders in the business of print and digital news, broadcasting, printing, and agency advertising.

The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you’ll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. They believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people.

About You:

Are you looking for a role that offers you a flexible work schedule, the ability to influence your own earning potential and the opportunity to contribute to important work in the community? As a Multimedia Sales Manager you will leverage your knowledge of sales and account management to sell marketing solutions and advertising across both print and digital formats. You will demonstrate your creativity, drive, and passion in developing sales strategies, prospecting new clients, growing existing clients, and fearlessly asking for the sale. You thrive on the win and on building relationships within in your community, and you have a knack for assessing and translating business needs and challenges into a successful advertising and/or marketing solutions.

In this role, it is paramount to maintain strong communication with both clients and internal parties. The company specializes in adapting to clients’ needs, and as such, clients need to be confident in your ability to put their vision to the page and screen, as well as direct in-house designers to do the same. You are not just selling a product, but an investment in clear messaging from a trusted source.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and prepare monthly/quarterly sales strategies within assigned territory to meet revenue goals
• Demonstrate clear understanding of all products and services and effectively communicate how they provide value to different businesses and industries
• Prospect to acquire new business; prepare and deliver customized proposals and presentations to clients
• Manage the day-to day relationships with existing clients, including analyzing their business, conducting business reviews, providing solutions, resolving issues and serving as an extension of their business
• Examine current clients for unmet needs; present recommended solutions and share new product capabilities
• Complete thorough needs analysis for every client to make a clear connection between company products and the return on investment
• Effectively communicate and offer input between the client and our creative department to help facilitate an effective campaign
• Share knowledge, experience and information in order to optimize overall team sales strategies and team effectiveness
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Key Success Factors:

• Strategy Deployment – Creates and develops unique strategies for prospecting and managing campaigns
• Research and Retention – Demonstrates an ability to research new industries and markets and apply findings to campaigns
• Relationship Building – Maintains relationships with both clients and prospects in order to strengthen and grow the book of business
• Setting Aim – Can manage company and personal goals in order to generate revenue
• Self-Development – Can adapt to a changing environment with new and different projects and campaigns; pushes oneself to rise to the challenge

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience in sales and marketing
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company

Your Skills and Attributes:

• Open to development, with a drive to take on new projects and challenges; curious to learn more
• Comfortable working independently and communicating with clients and prospects confidently
• Fearless to bring new ideas to the table, both internally and externally
• Adept at both building and developing relationships; ready to handle change
• Customer focused mindset, with an ability to adapt to different personalities
• Exceptional follow-through and perseverance; comfortable following up with prospects
• Ability to think strategically in prospecting and developing campaigns
• Flexibility to sell a wide range of products and services
• Excellent communication skills and ability to close
• Organized, with close attention to detail

Grey Search + Strategy

Position:

Multimedia Sales Manager

About the Company:

Our client is a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. They’ve always been in the business of telling stories, but they’re more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest’s largest media organizations, they are leaders in the business of print and digital news, broadcasting, printing, and agency advertising.

The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you’ll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. They believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people.

About You:

Are you looking for a role that offers you a flexible work schedule, the ability to influence your own earning potential and the opportunity to contribute to important work in the community? As a Multimedia Sales Manager you will leverage your knowledge of sales and account management to sell marketing solutions and advertising across both print and digital formats. You will demonstrate your creativity, drive, and passion in developing sales strategies, prospecting new clients, growing existing clients, and fearlessly asking for the sale. You thrive on the win and on building relationships within in your community, and you have a knack for assessing and translating business needs and challenges into a successful advertising and/or marketing solutions.

In this role, it is paramount to maintain strong communication with both clients and internal parties. The company specializes in adapting to clients’ needs, and as such, clients need to be confident in your ability to put their vision to the page and screen, as well as direct in-house designers to do the same. You are not just selling a product, but an investment in clear messaging from a trusted source.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and prepare monthly/quarterly sales strategies within assigned territory to meet revenue goals
• Demonstrate clear understanding of all products and services and effectively communicate how they provide value to different businesses and industries
• Prospect to acquire new business; prepare and deliver customized proposals and presentations to clients
• Manage the day-to day relationships with existing clients, including analyzing their business, conducting business reviews, providing solutions, resolving issues and serving as an extension of their business
• Examine current clients for unmet needs; present recommended solutions and share new product capabilities
• Complete thorough needs analysis for every client to make a clear connection between company products and the return on investment
• Effectively communicate and offer input between the client and our creative department to help facilitate an effective campaign
• Share knowledge, experience and information in order to optimize overall team sales strategies and team effectiveness
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Key Success Factors:

• Strategy Deployment – Creates and develops unique strategies for prospecting and managing campaigns
• Research and Retention – Demonstrates an ability to research new industries and markets and apply findings to campaigns
• Relationship Building – Maintains relationships with both clients and prospects in order to strengthen and grow the book of business
• Setting Aim – Can manage company and personal goals in order to generate revenue
• Self-Development – Can adapt to a changing environment with new and different projects and campaigns; pushes oneself to rise to the challenge

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience in sales and marketing
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company

Your Skills and Attributes:

• Open to development, with a drive to take on new projects and challenges; curious to learn more
• Comfortable working independently and communicating with clients and prospects confidently
• Fearless to bring new ideas to the table, both internally and externally
• Adept at both building and developing relationships; ready to handle change
• Customer focused mindset, with an ability to adapt to different personalities
• Exceptional follow-through and perseverance; comfortable following up with prospects
• Ability to think strategically in prospecting and developing campaigns
• Flexibility to sell a wide range of products and services
• Excellent communication skills and ability to close
• Organized, with close attention to detail

Grey Search + Strategy

The Photo Studio Director is responsible for the development, presentation and creation of visual assets that will be used across all digital properties for JD Sports, Finish Line and Finish Line at Macy’s. This role drives the look and feel and overall strategy for our digital product photography and video. This role will lead the strategy, people, processes and tools to manage and optimize photography and video content including on set production, styling, inventory management, end to end workflows, resources, budgets and measurement of defined KPIs to meet business demands. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line’s core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following main duties:

• Leads, inspires and develops the Photo Studio team consisting of photographers, stylists, videographers, retouchers, image specialists and producers.
• Lead a process driven, highly efficient team, focused on creating digital photography and video of products both on-model and off.
• Ability to lead and inspire a dedicated production team with the goal of delivering quality imagery that enhances the customer experience, ensuring daily product goals are met.
• Serve as the expert for the Studio production pipeline including planning and prioritization from assignment of creative briefs to delivery of final assets.
• Manages resources in the creative and technical execution of product focused content overseeing studio schedules, personnel, facilities, technical needs, product flow, outsourcing agency and other various tasks.
• Leads, collaborates and clearly communicates with Stylists and Photographers to ensure concepts are on brand.
• Develops and maintains positive, collaborative and productive relationships with internal and external core functional partners to ensure seamless execution and collaboration at scale.
• Collaborates with Art Directors to create photography for websites, social and marketing channels; aligns on creative objectives and art direction that results in best-in-class, brand-right imagery.
• Communicates clear vision and champions change when needed.
• Identifies and removes obstacles, adjusts workload and assignments, adapting to new priorities and changing business needs.
• Develops and maintains digital photography style guide, ensuring flawless execution, consistency and adherence to brand standards.
• Manages photo studio budget, owning internal processing for each shoot. Ability to summarize quarterly financial and forecast opportunities for cost efficiencies without compromising creative direction
• Maintains expert level knowledge in photography trends and emerging techniques. Stays current on all technical aspects of equipment, software applications and innovation in the industry.
• Stays current on fashion, style, design, popular culture and social trends in the competitive landscape.
• Oversees external vendor management, inclusive of sourcing, casting and talent selection process.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in photography or equivalent from a four-year college or university and at least 8-10 years experience in an ecommerce photography studio. 3-4 years experience leading a team. Experience managing budgets. JD Finish Line experience preferred.

Required Computer and/or Technical Skills

Expert knowledge of Capture One, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom. Expertise working with Canon/Nikon professional camera equipment and have expert knowledge of studio lighting techniques both strobe and continuous light. Experience with product video. Google Suite experience preferred.

Physical Demands

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
• Use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and/or hear
• Stand for up to 2 hours at a time regularly
• Walk or move from one location to another regularly
• Periodically may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.
• Average work week is (40-50) hours, which can vary depending on business need.
• The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting.

JD Finish Line

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Full-Time, Exempt

The ACLU of Idaho is seeking an experienced, skilled, mission-driven applicant for the position of Communications Director to join our team.  

The Communications Director will be someone looking for a meaningful opportunity to be part of a vibrant organization that makes profound differences in the lives of individuals. With rampant attacks on the LGBTQ community, reproductive rights, racial justice, free expression, and immigrants’ rights, the Communications Director will be at the center of a dynamic and cohesive team committed to safeguarding justice and promoting liberty in Idaho and nationwide. In addition, the Communications Director will be part of a team committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.   

Through an integrated advocacy approach, the Communications Director will work closely with the organization’s legal, advocacy, administrative, and philanthropy departments, as well as collaborate with ACLU National staff.  

The Director will provide visionary and strategic leadership and is responsible for top-level strategic communications planning and execution. In addition, they will take the lead on drafting and copyediting all public facing written materials, including press releases, op-eds, talking points, action alerts, blogs posts, newsletters, reports, and more. The Director will also manage and work in partnership with the Communications Strategist. 

This position is full-time, reports to the Executive Director and must live in Idaho prior to starting employment. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Direct, manage, and supervise the ACLU of Idaho’s Communications Department and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national news outlets.  
• Partner with the Executive Director to advance the mission and vision of the organization via strategic communications.  
• Develop and implement an annual communications plan, strategy, and benchmarks. 
• Create and manage the budget for the Communications Department in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration. 
• Ensure accurate, consistent, clear, and responsible publications that represent and communicate the ACLU of Idaho and its positions in a compelling and convincing manner. 
• Lead drafting, copyediting, and production of persuasive, public facing written materials, including press releases, op-eds, talking points, action alerts, blog posts, and more. 
• Manage and maintain the highest editorial standards for publications originating from the Communications Department and work collaboratively across departments to develop or revise content for message consistency and maximum impact for written products and content. 
• Provide guidance and support to the Communications Strategist in the development of communications department internal protocols, processes and systems.  
• Collaborate with the Communications Strategist to ensure regular and relevant content across social and web platforms in line with ACLU of Idaho messaging and branding. 
• Produce and manage talking points and internal media guidance in collaboration with the Communications Strategist and other programmatic staff.  
• Actively monitor news media channels to identify emerging stories, trends, and rapid response moments, and regularly share press developments to internal stakeholders. 
• Oversee productions for recurring publications and print materials originating from the Communications Department with support from the Communications Strategist. 
• As necessary, conduct and/or support media trainings for staff, affiliate partners, coalition partners, experts, and organizational ambassadors, including on-air/camera interviews.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• At least five years of professional experience in a communications, marketing, public relations, or journalism role.  
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and copy-editing skills, with a keen, creative eye for design and presentation. Proficiency in AP Style. 
• Exceptional analytical, writing, and speaking skills and demonstrated ability to write clearly and precisely and to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.  
• A creative and strategic thinker with a passion for stories that move public opinion. A talent for distilling complicated narratives, issues, and data sets into values-based, human-centered stories that inspire people to take action. 
• Experience in supervising and mentoring staff and volunteers.  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.  
• A track record of leadership through strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building, with an eye toward shared responsibility and credit 
• Knowledge of working with communications related software, such as: Asana, Slack, Cision, Meltwater. Experience with all aspects of digital media, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and website related work. 
• Patience, emotional intelligence, and cultural competency, including the ability to participate in, create, and sustain inclusive and engaging spaces for people with a wide range of races, ethnicities, language proficiencies, abilities, genders, ages, backgrounds, interests, skills, concerns, personalities, and geographies. 
• Clear, strong, and proven commitment to racial justice, civil liberties, public interest work, and the mission of the ACLU of Idaho. 
• Valid driving privileges and willingness to travel across Idaho and occasionally to other places in the United States. 
• Ability to attend in-person meetings and events. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Proficiency in Spanish preferred.  
• Experience working with state and local policymaking processes. 
• Experience with graphic design software.  

COMPENSATION: 

The salary for this position is between $75,000-$80,000, which is re-evaluated on an annual basis and is subject to adjustment in connection with an organization wide adjustment of compensation. We offer excellent benefits, including 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with an employer match, life and long-term disability insurance, sabbatical eligibility after at least five years, and generous paid holidays.  

ACLU of Idaho will provide up to $3,000 to support relocation expenses.  

TO APPLY: 

(1) Compile the following into a single PDF file: 

• Résumé. 
• A cover letter, no more than two pages, explaining how your background and experience prepare you for this job.  
• A professional writing sample (for example a press release or similar communications document). 
• Contact information for three references.  

(2) Send to [email protected].  

Please reference “Communications Director” in the email subject line and indicate in your cover letter where you found this job listing. 

Review of applications will begin on Thursday, September 28th, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.  

If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying, please e-mail [email protected]. If we select you for an interview, you will receive more information about how to request accommodations for the interview process. 

ACLU of Idaho

Our client, a leading marketing and advertising agency focused on the food and beverage industry, is looking to expand our Production Department with a Print Production Specialist role.

This position will report directly to the Senior Production Manager. In this position, you will work directly with project managers, traffic and designers to conceptualize, research and execute pieces for our client. You will also work directly with vendors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the quality standards of the company and our clients.

Contract to hire – 3 month contract period

40 hours per week

Onsite 5 days per week in Mission Viejo with potential for 1 day work from home as a full time employee

Duties and Responsibilities

· Work with Senior Production Manager and Creative to conceptualize and execute projects

· Work closely with Project Management to manage production timelines

· Daily communication with vendors and manage a project from creative brief kick-off to final delivery

· Liaise between departments to ensure designs and execution is possible

· Accurately manage multiple and sometimes conflicting requests

· Thoroughly review all files ensuring all specifications are correct

· Ensure financial processes are followed in accordance with guidelines established for each client

· Creative problem solver with the ability to perform under pressure for a deadline driven organization

· Source specialty materials

Requirements and Qualifications

· 3+ year’s experience working with creative and traffic/project management teams

· 2 years in a print production environment preferred

· Must have a keen eye for detail and be able to proof artwork against specification sheets and brand guidelines

· Detailed oriented, well-organized and adept at maintaining multiple timelines at the same time

· Problem-solving and communication abilities

· Advertising agency or corporate marketing experience preferred

· Self-motivated and possess a can-do attitude

· Work well in a team atmosphere

24 Seven Talent

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Job Description:

Overall Responsibilities:

• The Publisher Enablement team trains and equips thousands of news organizations around the world to grow their audiences and revenue.
• As a Program Manager, you will lead workshops and trainings for news organizations to grow audiences and revenue using products like Analytics and Reader Revenue Manager, and supporting their adoption globally.

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities:

• Analyze audience needs, scope projects, and evaluate existing training and documentation to identify the most appropriate training approach and content to meet the learning needs of each audience across multiple global locations
• Support the growth and adoption of Reader Revenue Manager, a publisher solution to deepen audience engagement and convert subscribers or contributors
• Design, develop, and maintain training programs, modules, and materials in multiple modalities, including remote learning, interactive e-learning, videos, hands-on labs, job aids, facilitator guides, and resource materials
• Be responsive to the fast-paced nature of innovation and revise content in a structured way
• Partner with product teams to share feedback and develop case studies on Reader Revenue Manager

Mandatory Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Communications, and Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 years of experience in strategy, consulting, business development, operations, analytics, audience, product, or project management
• 2 years of experience in the news industry or advertising

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Understanding of subscription revenue, non-profit donations, audience development, ad revenue, and trends in business performance Excellent strategic, problem-solving, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to project manage with minimal guidance, thrive in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment, balance competing priorities, and manage several time-sensitive projects
• Ability to craft and communicate insights from data, an affinity for metrics
• Experience with subscription or donations management systems or Reader Revenue Manager

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Communications, and Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

Recruiter Details:

Name: Harish Mehta

Email: [email protected]

Direct: : (551) 235-9092 Ext 6527

Internal Reference ID : 23-26964

US Tech Solutions

Onward Search needs a Communication Manager for a global beauty retailer.

You’ll join the marketing team to boost their loyal customer base and increase engagement across all channels.

This is a 4 month contract opportunity with the possibility of extension. This is a hybrid position, several times a month in their Naperville-area office. This is not a remote role.

To learn more about this Communication Manager opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!

As a Communication Manager you’ll:

• Support omnichannel efforts in creating data-led comms plans to fuel existing and grow their loyal customers
• Work alongside marketing communications, UX content, and media teams to help create a holistic and branded strategy
• Support and create written briefs and customer journeys for marketing campaigns
• Present briefs and strategy to internal teams and stakeholders, including senior leadership

Skills & Experience needed:

• 3+ years in a creative agency setting, preferably large matrixed organizations
• 3+ years industry experience in a marketing strategy and planning role, preferably in retail/CPG
• Proven experience in conceptualizing and launching omnichannel campaigns
• History working on a variation of campaigns: digital, social, email, print, and more
• A passion for the beauty space is a plus

To learn more about this Communication Manager opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!

What’s in our benefits packages:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

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