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Konnect Agency offers a holistic approach to public relations, social media, digital and marketing services to clients in the food & beverage, franchise, lifestyle, and family brands industries.

We are serious about our work and results, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously — that’s because our best work happens when we’re having fun. We are collaborators, innovators, and passionate practitioners who love what we do and always strive for the best and biggest outcomes for our clients.

Konnect Agency is looking for an Influencer Marketing Manager to help manage Influencer accounts across the agency. The individual in this position will help lead the strategy and execution of paid and seeded programming for the agency’s growing client roster. The ideal candidate will have experience researching brand-right influencer targets, manage influencer outreach programs, and creating engaging and effective partnerships with content creators. Must have a deep interest in social media trends and understand how they effectively impact business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Be an influential lead contact with clients and within the wider division/agency
• Be able to create smart influencer programming and strategies based on client goals
• Elevate and enhance client directives based on current industry best practices and trending tactics/tools
• Be able to manage timelines and create work-back plans to ensure creator research, negotiations/contracts, and programming are delivered on time
• Identify and manage influencer relationships to optimize campaign goals and budgets, securing and negotiating both paid and earned opportunities for clients
• Steward communication between the team, Clients and influencers, including best practices for negotiating partnerships, ensuring the agreement meets the creative requirements and measurable goals of the campaign and ensuring prompt and effective delivery
• Use data and knowledge of how influencers impact brands to craft appropriate targeting and programming against program timelines
• Develop and maintain a network of influencer and management friendlies for overall agency client benefit
• Provide programming support with timely ideas and research in response to active programming and proposals involving influencers
• Mentor, develop and coach junior team members on achieving goals while demonstrating the desired skills and expected work ethic

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Influencer experience along with 1-2 years of team member managing experience; where you were directly in charge of at least two colleagues.
• Must be a motivated and outgoing self-starter who can be a leading and influential presence with clients and help to grow their junior colleagues
• Deep understanding of all social media platforms and how influencer programming is executed within the realms of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube
• Up-to-date on social media trends and developments in influencer marketing
• Exceptional communication skills: both verbal and written
• Problem-solving and analytical skills coupled with the ability to act independently across competing priorities
• Experience working within the CPG lifestyle, franchise, food & beverage space a plus

Konnect Agency provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Konnect Agency complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Konnect Agency expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Konnect Agency’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Konnect Agency

DESIGNER RTW DEVELOPMENT / PRODUCTION MANAGER – ARIAS NEW YORK

ARIAS New York is looking to hire a full-time professional in the role of Product Development / Production Manager. This role is key to the business and will report directly to the Director of Development/Production.

This position is responsible for maintaining an excellent track record of development through to production from initial sketch through to delivery of the final production units. Through everything they do, they communicate our core values and key brand aesthetics as a designer brand through design and quality. 

Responsibilities include:

Process:

• Manage the day-to-day processes, making sure all timelines are met and communications are clear with garments being fit & made according to the company’s aesthetic and timeline
• Organize and attend fittings, follow up with fit comments for the pattern maker/factory
• Communicate comments on samples/PPS’ at all stages, first fit, the second fit, etc for the patternmaker and factory to ensure final production garments meet design and quality requirements
• Ensure patternmakers factories are provided with everything needed to start/finish development/production in a timely manner
• Oversee production quality control
• Work with grading and marking
• Work with trims and fabric suppliers
• Source Fabric & Trims in midtown, create flats, POs, Tech Packs, and Cut Tickets

Organization/ERP:

• Oversee ERP system inputs at the development stage of the new collection for costing purposes
• Update ERP system when anything changes at the development stage
• Keep all binders, boards, company dropbox and excels organized and up to date in real-time

Communication:

• Maintain excellent relationships and clear communication with internal cross-functional and external teams
• Source new and manage relationships with ongoing patternmakers, factories, and fabric/trims suppliers 

Admin:

• Update internal inventory excels for fabrics, trims, patterns, and samples
• Consistently keep track of incoming invoices and have these paid in a timely manner
• Create and update various excel overviews for transparency within the company

Additional:

• Provide support as needed on all aspects of business development and day-to-day functions

The Candidate:

• 3-5+ years experience in NYC production designer womenswear required
• BA/AAS degree required in Fashion Design or Management
• Highly detail-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organizational and time management skills
• Self-motivated, reliable, independent, proactive, and team player
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator

*Please DO NOT APPLY unless you meet the above criteria*

www.ariasnewyork.com

ARIAS New York

Factory PR seeks an Account Executive/Manager to join its Fashion Division to work on the Luxottica Eyewear portfolio of brands, including Ray Ban, Persol, Vogue Eyewear and all the designer licenses. The candidate should be an avid consumer of fashion media and have a robust knowledge of the influencers, taste makers and innovators leading the conversation in this space.

The position calls for an organized and attention-detailed publicist and relationship builder with a strong knowledge of influencer marketing. The candidate will work with—and be mentored by— an incredible team of publicists and strategists.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the execution of innovative communications strategies for all Luxottica brands, melding PR with paid and organic influencer campaigns
• Write and produce high impact press materials including press kits, releases and pitches
• Pitch products and campaigns to consumer media to secure product placements and news features
• Maintain and expand lists of Fashion, Lifestyle and business editors, broadcast producers, and conference organizers
• Build lists of targeted influencers that suit the aesthetic and ethos of each brand in the portfolio and conduct outreach for seeing.
• Contract approved influencers for paid opportunities
• Support and attend brand events and partnership opportunities such as Coachella, NY Fashion Week and press trips

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2.5-years of PR experience, preferably at an agency
• Foundational knowledge of fashion, lifestyle and consumer media practices
• Experience working with paid and organic influencer programs
• Ability to successfully and strategically pitch and place news stories and product features
• Incredible attention to detail in creating and formatting documents and professional communications
• Strong writing, communication and presentation skills to effectively articulate ideas to clients and colleagues
• Strong work ethic and an insatiable desire to learn and develop your skills
• Strong sense of collaboration and team spirit
• High level of interest and proficiency in the evolving media landscape
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline oriented, high-energy environment with a consistent positive attitude
• Must be fully vaccinated in accordance with CDC guidelines

WHO WE ARE

Factory is a preeminent communications agency with offices in New York and Los Angeles. We sit at the unique intersection of style and innovation, deeply rooted in both current culture and our over twenty-year legacy.

We work with companies to create moments that will spark brand transformation to cult status. Our strategies combine traditional and digital activities, including public relations, brand development, social media, content creation, and influencer and celebrity integration.

Factory is entering an exciting new chapter filled with growth and creativity. Our team continues to impress with their ability to work nimbly across various industries, and achieve award-winning media relations for our clients. We are also fun to grab a drink with!

From an industry perspective, we’re the agency behind media-fueled launches and creative storytelling for a dynamic portfolio of clients, including ASOS, Brandless, by Humankind, Color&Co (incubated at L’Oreal), FTX, IKEA, Henry Rose by Michelle Pfieffer, On Running, and more.

And we have a pipeline full of incredible new opportunities. That’s where you come in!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

CULTURE

Life at Factory offers all the benefits of a stable, profitable and established company, but with a dynamic start-up culture. We place great importance on our people and their professional development. We seek creative thinkers, effective doers, glass ceiling breakers and the I-dont-know-if-thats-possible-but-let’s-find-out-ers.

We are the people who get great satisfaction in a job well done, who grab a ball and run with it and who celebrate together when we ace it. We take great pride in being different and promoting a workplace environment and culture based on positivity, inclusivity and collaboration.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 401K with employer contribution
• Holiday Bonus (discretionary)
• Life Insurance at 1x your annual salary
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Mental Health and Wellness Stipend – $500 annually
• HealthAdvocate – Healthcare Support
• One Medical – On-Demand Primary Care
• Teledoc – Virtual Health
• TalkSpace – Online Mental Health Therapy
• ClassPass membership with $45 monthly credit
• Continued Learning Program

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

Time off Work/life balance is important to us, we provide:

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment
• Ample PTO & Holidays
• End-of-year holiday 10-day office closure
• Summer Friday Program
• Flex Sick Time
• Pet friendly office

PERKS

• All staff events – Summer Picnic, Holiday Party
• Birthday Bonuses
• CitiBike Membership (NYC Only)

FACTORY PR

A proactive, highly motivated and organized individual with an interest and passion for social media and influencer marketing. In this role, you assist in day-to-day influencer campaign execution for our clients in the fashion, beauty, home decor and lifestyle space. This individual is extremely organized, detail oriented, a strong communicator, able to manage multiple clients at once and likes working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial atmosphere.

Responsibilities: 

• Supports Talent Manager(s) in executing successful collaborations for our clients
• Coordinates influencer campaigns between brands and influencers, including tracking project orders, managing post dates, communicating campaign briefs, gathering analytics, submitting content for approval, and confirming accurate and active links and coupon codes
• Responsible for communicating in a timely and effective manner to both influencers and brands 
• Works effectively with influencers to resolve any posting or content issues that may arise
• Must be able to think outside of the box on creative solutions 
• Responsible for making sure the influencer has all correct information to create and develop content deliverables in a timely manner
• Build and maintain healthy influencer relationships
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with brand and agency partners
• Ensures all accuracy in Asana and keeps track of campaign status 
• Plays a key role in executing influencer marketing campaigns 
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, technologies and influencers 
• A team player who displays a positive, professional attitude and works well with others to ensure team goals are achieved

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized with good time management skills
• Houston, TX

Trend Management

Bubble is the first modern, affordable, science-backed skincare line formulated to clean, balance and hydrate young skin. Bubble provides high quality products, made with top-of-the-line ingredients—with everything being vegan, cruelty-free and non-toxic—all for under $20. When we launched in November 2020, we set out on a mission to democratize the skincare industry and the journey is just getting started.

Please note this role is remote, but the ideal candidate resides in the New York Metro area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help implement global influencer marketing strategy, establishing and nurturing long-term partnerships through organic and sponsored content and networking
• Retain current influencer base and grow new influencers as ambassadors of the brand
• Support development of global influencer marketing strategy to encourage advocacy and support key launches
• Identify and execute influencer partnerships
• Understand the influencer landscape, their social platforms, content creation patterns and their work within the beauty industry
• Harness storytelling to leverage influencers to connect to brand objectives and consumer needs
• Use tools such as Tribe Dynamics for social tracking, database management, and reporting on brand and campaign KPIs for the global team
• Track and analyze performance of influencer outreach, content, and conversion rates to estimate ROI and advise on best strategies
• Perform competitive analysis, industry research, and continually assess best practices and KPIs
• Monitor, track and share new digital and social trends, tools and platforms to connect with brand strategies

Qualifications

• 4-5 Years of Influencers Marketing experience, with beauty experience being a plus
• Detailed oriented, self-starter who is highly motivated and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment
• Experience Managing a team, while still executing and strategizing at the same time
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Experience using Tribe Dynamics, Grin or similar platforms
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Superb time management skills and ability to work in a high-paced work environment
• Proven track record driving results
• Personal interest in the beauty industry

Bubble

Job Title: Sr. Influencer Marketing Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Influencer Marketing Manager

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid ( must be a CA resident)

Job Class: Exempt

About SHEIN

SHEIN Distribution Corporation distributes SHEIN’s products in the U.S. Founded in 2012, SHEIN is a leading global online retailer with operations in Guangzhou, Singapore and Los Angeles, along with other key markets. SHEIN reaches consumers across more than 150 countries and regions around the world. We place a premium on choice, delivering more than 6,000 new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products daily with more than 600,000 items available. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable. To learn more about SHEIN, follow us @us.shein.com,sheingroup.com, Instagram.com/sheinofficial, Instagram.com/shein_us, youtube.com/shein.

Position Summary

Our Senior Influencer Marketing Coordinator will report to the Senior Influencer Marketing Manager in a fast-paced working environment. Our ideal candidate will have a pulse on current fashion trends including media, celebrities, influencers, and brands. You’re not only creative, but goal oriented, data-driven and have an all-around positive attitude. Who we’re looking for: a forward-thinking, hardworking, diligent, self-starting individual with the mindset that this is more than just a job, this is your career. You wear many hats, chase after your dreams, and are comfortable with picking up the slack wherever needed. You’ll be able to bring your groundbreaking ideas to SHEIN.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the influencer team to strategically identify talent for gifting, brand campaigns, and programs that maximize ROI and achieve campaign KPIs
• Develop and manage end-to-end influencer campaigns including Influencer outreach, negotiation, and contracting to ensure an optimal outcome for the brand
• Oversee influencer generated branded content to ensure we stick to campaign timelines and deliverables
• Compile, analyze, and assess the performance of influencer marketing campaigns to make strategic decisions and improvements
• Maintain an influencer database with accurate and up to date brand partnerships
• Monitor event calendar and coordinate campaigns around major events
• Build strong relationships with talent, influencers, and agencies
• Manage ongoing gifting efforts for influencers and VIP partners
• Use tools like Tribe Dynamics and Sprout Social for social tracking, database management, and reporting campaign KPIs

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of +2 years of experience in influencer marketing, PR and/or social media marketing experience preferably in fashion
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Master multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and problem solve independently
• Fluent in all social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok,
• Snapchat, Twitch etc.) and digital marketing trends
• Experience working cross-functionally with creative, social, PR and other marketing functions and departments both stateside and internationally
• Comfortable with occasional travel
• Outstanding relationship-building skills

SHEIN Distribution, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

SHEIN Distribution Corporation

Job Title: Influencer Marketing Coordinator

Reports to: Influencer Marketing Manager

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid ( must reside in CA)

Job Class: Non-Exempt

About SHEIN

SHEIN Distribution Corporation distributes SHEIN’s products in the U.S. Founded in 2012, SHEIN is a leading global online retailer with operations in Guangzhou, Singapore and Los Angeles, along with other key markets. SHEIN reaches consumers across more than 150 countries and regions around the world. We place a premium on choice, delivering more than 6,000 new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products daily with more than 600,000 items available. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable. To learn more about SHEIN, follow us at shein.com, instagram.com/sheinofficial and youtube.com/shein.

Position Summary

Our Influencer Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for executing strategic monthly influencer campaigns for our gen-z brand, ROMWE. We’re looking for someone obsessed with music, pop culture, fashion and gaming and always up-to-date on the latest social media trends.

You’re not only creative, but goal oriented, data-driven and have an all-around positive attitude. You’re forward-thinking, hardworking, diligent, self-starting individual with the mindset that this is more than just a job, this is your career. You wear many hats, chase after your dreams, love to network and are comfortable with picking up the slack wherever needed. You’ll be able to bring your groundbreaking ideas to ROMWE.

Responsibilities:

• You follow and know influencers and content creators across Instagram, TikTok and Twitch
• Work with the influencer team to strategically identify talent for gifting, brand campaigns, event activations and programs that maximize ROI and achieve campaign KPIs
• Influencer outreach, negotiation, and contracting to ensure an optimal outcome for the brand
• Oversee influencer generated branded content to ensure we stick to campaign timelines and deliverables
• Compile, analyze, and assess the performance of influencer marketing campaigns to make strategic decisions and improvements
• Maintain an influencer database with accurate and up to date brand partnerships
• Monitor event calendar and coordinate campaigns around major events
• Build strong relationships with talent, influencers, and agencies
• Develop and manage the influencer gifting program

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in influencer marketing, preferably in fashion and entertainment
• Direct experience in gaming or very thorough knowledge and passion for gaming, gaming social communities, and trends;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Master multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize
• Fluent in all social media platforms (Twitch, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, etc.) and digital marketing trends
• Comfortable with occasional travel and networking
• Outstanding relationship-building skills

SHEIN Distribution, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

SHEIN Distribution Corporation

THIS IS NOT A JOB WITH FORCEBRANDS!

Must be located in the Greater Miami area or willing to relocate!

Your responsibilities:

• Manage the brand’s US influencer collaborations from initial outreach and engagement to negotiation to execution to KPI tracking and analysis
• Design, set up and execute new, innovative and highly activating influencer marketing campaigns in order to drive community growth, awareness and sales in the US
• Contribute to high-level marketing strategy and closely collaborate with social media and content marketing teams to align activities and campaigns for our US markets
• Research, identify and recruit new influencers and brand ambassadors. Manage, look after and foster existing relationships. Build and maintain a strong network with long-term partnerships
• Monitor and analyze all campaign performances in terms of reach, engagement, community growth and ROI and convert analytical insights into concepts and recommendations
• Collect influencer marketing know-how, develop best practices and channel learnings back into the Influencer Marketing team and the organization
• Stay on top of industry trends, the latest PR/social media advancements as well as relevant best practice examples on influencer marketing
• Event organizing and management for international influencer events

Your strengths and qualifications:

• Ideally more than 2 years of relevant work experience in a similar position
• Great industry understanding and in-depth knowledge of influencer marketing and social media developments
• Track record of creating and managing highly activating influencer marketing campaigns
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, ability to maintain professional relationships with a variety of personalities
• Collaborative team-player with entrepreneurial attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach willing to bring fresh, innovative ideas to life
• Strength in prioritization, independent way of working and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Your native language is English & good Spanish communication skills are a plus

ForceBrands

Job Title: Influencer Marketing Coordinator, ROMWE

Reports to: Influencer Marketing Manager

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid ( must reside in CA)

Job Class: Non-Exempt

About SHEIN

SHEIN Distribution Corporation distributes SHEIN’s products in the U.S. Founded in 2012, SHEIN is a leading global online retailer with operations in Guangzhou, Singapore and Los Angeles, along with other key markets. SHEIN reaches consumers across more than 150 countries and regions around the world. We place a premium on choice, delivering more than 6,000 new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products daily with more than 600,000 items available. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable. To learn more about SHEIN, follow us at shein.com, instagram.com/sheinofficial and youtube.com/shein.

Position Summary

Our Influencer Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for executing strategic monthly influencer campaigns for our gen-z brand, ROMWE. We’re looking for someone obsessed with music, pop culture, fashion and gaming and always up-to-date on the latest social media trends.

You’re not only creative, but goal oriented, data-driven and have an all-around positive attitude. You’re forward-thinking, hardworking, diligent, self-starting individual with the mindset that this is more than just a job, this is your career. You wear many hats, chase after your dreams, love to network and are comfortable with picking up the slack wherever needed. You’ll be able to bring your groundbreaking ideas to ROMWE.

Responsibilities:

• You follow and know influencers and content creators across Instagram, TikTok and Twitch
• Work with the influencer team to strategically identify talent for gifting, brand campaigns, event activations and programs that maximize ROI and achieve campaign KPIs
• Influencer outreach, negotiation, and contracting to ensure an optimal outcome for the brand
• Oversee influencer generated branded content to ensure we stick to campaign timelines and deliverables
• Compile, analyze, and assess the performance of influencer marketing campaigns to make strategic decisions and improvements
• Maintain an influencer database with accurate and up to date brand partnerships
• Monitor event calendar and coordinate campaigns around major events
• Build strong relationships with talent, influencers, and agencies
• Develop and manage the influencer gifting program

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in influencer marketing, preferably in fashion and entertainment
• Direct experience in gaming or very thorough knowledge and passion for gaming, gaming social communities, and trends
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Master multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize
• Fluent in all social media platforms (Twitch, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, etc.) and digital marketing trends
• Comfortable with occasional travel and networking
• Outstanding relationship-building skills

SHEIN Distribution, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

SHEIN Distribution Corporation

Writer and Content Producer 

The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation

There’s work and there’s your life’s work. 

Your life’s work ignites a spark that fuels your passion. Your life’s work grabs you by your soul and won’t let go. You are an impact maker.

People join The Harwood Institute to create real, lasting change. We have a proven 30-year history of actively confronting and tackling complex, systemic issues in communities and creating real hope. When tragedy strikes, like the Sandy Hook massacre in 2012, we are on the ground helping communities move from trauma and despair to healing and hope. Today, we are working with various communities across the country – Jackson, MS, Alamance County, NC, and Reading, PA, among others – to demonstrate that communities can come together across fault lines to address real challenges, get on a trajectory for hope, and create new narratives of possibility. We are also actively growing national networks of leaders, public innovators and funders to unleash the potential of people, communities, and society across the U.S. 

We’re looking for a passionate and pragmatic individual to work directly with Rich Harwood and our team to write and edit content that lifts up arguments for healing and hope in society, people coming together across differences, and creating community-led change. Rich Harwood has written for national publications and appeared on various news networks, including NPR, CNN, PBS NewsHour, C-SPAN, and most recently, MSNBC’s Meet the Press Daily. He is also a well-respected author of six books, including best-seller Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform our Communities and Our Lives and his most recent book Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities Can Spread Change and Make Hope Real for All. 

Your content development and writing will spread messages that help create a more equitable, fair, just, inclusive, and hopeful society, while promoting Rich Harwood and The Harwood Institute as trusted civic voices. You will play a critical role in crafting Rich and The Harwood Institute’s messaging, creatively capturing ideas informed by the Institute’s more than 30 years of experience working with communities, leaders and organizations. You will craft articles, op-eds, blogs, web content, and other pieces. 

You may have worked as a researcher, a freelance writer, on a political campaign, in a marketing and communications role, or in public relations. You are an excellent writer, enjoy being a thought partner, and get results. 

If this sounds like you, let’s explore working together.

Responsibilities

• Develop and craft articles, op-eds, blogs, videos and other content pieces that effectively position Rich and the Institute as thought leaders and trusted civic voices
• Write using the Institute’s and/or Rich Harwood’s voice and style 
• Connect the Institute’s messages to current events and societal challenges
• Engage with editors/publishers about the content they are looking for and craft and pitch responsive ideas
• Work on new book ideas and chapters
• Write compelling copy for the Institute’s website, newsletter, blog posts, and projects 
• Draft and edit and media pitches
• Work with the Network Engagement and Communications team to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms

Qualifications

We are seeking an individual with demonstrated experience and proven results in:

• Writing clear and compelling articles, op-eds, books, blogs, stories of change, and other copy  
• Connecting ideas to larger and current societal trends and events
• Engaging in highly interactive, brainstorming discussions and then producing ideas, outlines, and new copy
• Crafting strategic messages, videos, content and pitches
• Receiving critiques of their work and direct feedback 
• Positioning an organization or individual as a trusted, valued voice 
• Building lasting, authentic relationships with publishers, media and/or other partners 
• Connecting dots, discovering new avenues and opportunities, and producing concrete results
• Understanding and aligning content production with an organization’s established voice and writing style

Terms

• Full-time position 
• Should be able to work in the Institute’s Bethesda, MD, Office; hybrid and remote work arrangements will be discussed in interviews 

To Apply

If you want to be a difference-maker, email your resume and statement of interest to  [email protected]. We are looking to hire the right individual as soon as possible. 

The Harwood Institute has a strong commitment to building a culturally diverse and inclusive team. We encourage women and minorities to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

About The Harwood Institute

The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that equips people, organizations, communities, and networks with the tools to bridge divides, build capacity, and tackle shared challenges. The Harwood Institute’s work is rooted in a philosophy of Civic Faith and the practice of Turning Outward. Founded in 1988, the Institute’s approach has spread to all 50 states across the US and 40 countries around the world.

About Richard C. Harwood 

Rich’s perspective is unique – and urgently needed today. For over 30 years, he has dedicated his career to revitalizing the nation’s hardest-hit communities, transforming the world’s largest organizations, and reconnecting institutions like newsrooms and schools to society. He has been recruited to solve some of the most difficult problems of our time, including being called into Newtown, Connecticut after the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Rich has innovated and developed a new philosophy of Civic Faith and the practice of Turning Outward, helping communities solve shared problems and create a civic culture of shared responsibility. Thousands of community leaders, officeholders, foundation and corporate executives, clergy, journalists, and government officials around the globe are using his approaches. He is an inspiring, sought-after speaker who regularly keynotes major conferences. He appears regularly on major media outlets and has written several books, including Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform Our Communities and Our Lives, and numerous groundbreaking reports. Rich is the Founder and President of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, located in Bethesda, Maryland. 

For more information about The Harwood Institute and Rich Harwood, visit www.theharwoodinstitute.org

The Harwood Institute