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“All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment”.
Job Title: Editorial Coordinator
Location: Knoxville TN 37919 (onsite)
Duration: 6 months
Pay rate: 25 – 30/hr
Job Description:
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a degree in journalism or related field and 2+ years of experience, or commensurate experience working in digital media
- Be a strong writer and editor with published writing samples
- Have professional communication skills
- Have experience working in content management systems, preferably Adobe Experience Manager
- Be familiar with image asset management; experience in Adobe Lightroom is a plus
- Be familiar with SEO and digital content optimization.
About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities
ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
ASK Consulting
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
Engage Partners is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced full-time Public Relations Manager to join our clients agency team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading client strategies and implementing effective PR campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a diverse background in various PR functions and possess strong relationships with media professionals, have managed a PR team at an agency, have national healthcare experience and experience working within a full service agency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide thought leadership and strategic planning for client strategies and campaigns.
- Develop compelling press releases and media materials to promote clients and their initiatives.
- Proactively engage with media professionals, responding to interview requests and providing information to enhance media coverage.
- Foster and maintain positive relationships with consumer, community, employee, and public interest groups.
- Devise and execute programs to maintain a favorable public perception of the organization’s agenda and achievements.
- Coach client representatives on effective communication techniques for engaging with the public and employees.
- Analyze organizational objectives, promotional policies, and needs to develop comprehensive PR strategies that shape public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
- Uphold and enhance the organization’s image and identity.
- Draft speeches and schedule interviews to support PR initiatives.
- Prepare and edit internal and external organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications.
- Collaborate with clients to identify industry trends and evaluate advertising efforts in alignment with PR goals.
- Identify and coordinate promotional events such as press conferences, conferences, and speaking engagements.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in a PR or communications role with broadcast experience.
- Possess strong relationships with media professionals, have managed a PR team at an agency, have national healthcare experience and experience working within a full service agency.
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong existing relationships with media professionals and demonstrated ability to secure media coverage.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful PR campaigns.
- Ability to think strategically, analyze data, and provide innovative PR solutions.
- Proficiency in leveraging digital platforms and tools for PR purposes.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
The Perks of Working with Us:
- Unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays (Half Days).
- Hybrid work schedule to accommodate flexibility.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401K plan with employer matching.
- Life Insurance, Aflac, and additional auxiliary benefits.
- Company luncheons, outings, and events to foster team camaraderie and collaboration.
Join our team and become part of an agency that values creativity, professionalism, and delivering outstanding results for our clients. We offer a competitive compensation package, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples showcasing your PR expertise and successes to [email protected]
Engage Partners Inc.
69 WFMZ-TV, located in Allentown, PA, is looking for a full-time videographer to cover the news of the day throughout eastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey. Applicants should have strong shooting, editing and interviewing skills. Candidates must have a driver’s license and clean driving record. Applications should include links to samples of your shooting and editing. Send resume and video links to [email protected]. Please mention Job#L434 in all correspondence. EOE
WFMZ-TV
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
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Director, Communications and Events
POSITION SCOPE:
The Director, Communications will lead the evolution of FoundRae’s Communications strategy by working with the Founder/ Creative Director and CEO and reporting to the Senior Director, e-Commerce and Digital Marketing to develop best-in-class consumer facing communication strategies and storytelling. The successful leader we are seeking will bring innovative and creative strategies to further drive expand brand awareness and desirability in alignment with FoundRae’s ethos, luxury product and storytelling narratives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Brand Strategy:
- With the Senior Director, e-Commerce and Digital Marketing, CEO, and the Founder/Creative Director along with the Agency of Record, develop an integrated communications strategy that leverages facets of paid, owned and earned disciplines
- Provide clear strategic communication direction to all stakeholders
- Enhance FoundRae’s relevancy amongst the defined target
Consumer Engagement and Brand Activation:
- Utilize communication touchpoints (paid, owned and earned) to develop and execute strategies that drive brand performance through paid and owned touchpoints including:
- Traditional PR/print and digital coverage
- Founder visibility through experiential, cultural activities, podcasts and appearances
- Storyteller/influencer programming
- Celebrity and VIP relations and dressing
- Affiliate marketing programming
- Experiential and Events
- Social media.
- Develop programming that is thoughtful, mindful and supportive of commercial and clientelling needs
- Accountable for all aspects of programming performance and speed to market
Leadership and Project Management:
- Provide communications leadership and expertise throughout the company and with the agency of record
- Ensure effective communication and alignment of individual, brand and Company goals
- Manage communication to the team to ensure cohesion and on time deliverables
- Cultivate an optimal WOW and develop strong collaborative working relationships with the entire FoundRae network and stakeholders
Profitability:
- Oversee budget and ensure spend is prioritized against brand objectives and relevant growth drivers
- Develop goals and objectives for brand programming with key stakeholders
- Manage overhead and T&E and A&P budgets.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Marketing preferred
- Minimum 7+ years previous experience in Communications/Brand within the luxury goods
- Previous experience managing agencies and leading a small team in an entrepreneurial environment
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Extremely organized and detail-oriented. Ability to handle several tasks concurrently and with ease
- Ability to change priorities and meet deadlines in high-pressure situations
- Self-starter and able to work with minimal day-to-day supervision
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and teamwork skills
The appointed candidate will be offered an annual salary between $110,000 – $150,000 an opportunity for a bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.
Our Company’s values:
- We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
- We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
- We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
- We value professional development and personal growth.
- We value community service and philanthropy.
- We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
- We value work/life balance.
- We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
- We value storytelling and reading.
FOUNDRAE FINE JEWELRY
NBC News NOW is seeking a Segment Producer to cover leaves of absence on two teams.
This position will first join our Stay Tuned Now team from approximately November until late March, working a 1pm – 9pm ET shift. Then, the position will move to our NBC News Daily team, working 8am – 4pm ET from approximately late March through the end of June / early July.
This position is an 8-month assignment.
Get in touch if you’re an experienced producer who writes compelling copy, has editorial depth, a strong visual sensibility and loves collaborating on a team. Must be able to roll with breaking news, adapt to last minute rundown changes and write copy free of errors under tight deadlines. If you love the rush of a newsroom when everything is happening this is the show for you.
Responsibilities/Job Duties:
- Research, write and produce strong editorial copy with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Produce live segments; write sharp questions and identify the strongest elements/angles
- Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments
- Multi-task and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking-news programming
- Mine and edit the best video and sound for assigned stories
- Quality check all video content
- Adhere to NBC editorial standards and practices
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with team members, correspondents and anchors. You have to be able to work well in a team environment.
- Check and double check your work to ensure accuracy
- Keep senior producers and the EP up to date with daily news development of assigned stories
Qualifications:
- You’ve been working in broadcast, streaming or cable news for 5+ years – preferably working on live daily shows
- You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent editorial judgment
- Demonstrated history of working well on a team and collaborating with others
- Must be able to work two distinct schedules across the contract period:
- November – March: 1p – 9p ET, Monday – Friday
- March – June: 8a – 4p ET, Monday – Friday
- You are willing to work in New York, New York.
Additional Requirements:
- Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
NBCUniversal
Job Title: PR Manager
Location: New York City
Terms: Full Time – Hybrid: 3 Days in NY Office
Salary: $90,000-$100,000
SUMMARY: The PR Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing effective public relations strategies that enhance our brand reputation and increase our brand awareness. You will work closely with key stakeholders, media outlets, and industry professionals to create compelling PR campaigns that elevate our brand to new heights. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in luxury fashion or jewelry PR, possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and have a passion for the world of luxury jewelry. This role will report to the SVP of Marketing and Brand Strategy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies to promote the brand, increase media coverage, and drive engagement with our product collections.
- Develop, cultivate, and manage relationships with key local, regional, and national media outlets, journalists, editors, and influencers in the fashion and luxury jewelry industry.
- Manage relationships with external PR agencies, ensuring deliverables are met and campaigns are executed effectively.
- Generate editorial placements and oversee the merchandise loan process to be in line with the brand’s merchandise handling procedures and protocols.
- Arrange and physically fulfill NY office and boutique-based loans for editorials and red carpet placements
- Create and distribute press releases, media kits, and other relevant materials to targeted media outlets to generate positive coverage.
- Develop and maintain all PR materials (corporate bios, media kits, background information, media lists, etc.).
- Write, edit, proofread, and distribute press materials including media advisories, press releases and feature articles.
- Organize and manage press events (and other Mikimoto events that require press coverage), including product launches, media previews, ensuring maximum media attendance and coverage.
- Respond to media requests, arrange interviews with appropriate spokesperson and coordinate message points.
- Seek out celebrity and red carpet dressing opportunities.
- Monitor media coverage and industry trends, analyzing and reporting on PR campaign performance to optimize strategies and tactics.
- Act as a brand ambassador, representing the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
- Craft compelling and engaging copy and proofread other content produced internally for various marketing channels, including website, social media, email campaigns, product descriptions, and advertisements, while adhering to the brand’s tone and style guidelines.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience (8+ years) in luxury fashion or jewelry PR, preferably within a high-end jewelry brand or luxury fashion house.
- Strong network of media contacts and relationships with industry influencers and journalists.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling and persuasive PR content.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful PR campaigns from concept to implementation.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in media monitoring and PR analytics tools.
- Creative and strategic mindset, with the ability to think outside the box and generate innovative PR ideas.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Passion for the luxury jewelry industry, with a deep understanding of its trends, influencers, and market dynamics.
JOB COMPETENCIES:
- Project Management – Designs, implements and manages projects and the related resources to successful completion. Determines project goals, sets schedules and identifies resources required.
- Priority Setting – Plans and organizes work activities. Knows what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal. Needs to be good at setting priorities, recognizes what needs to be done in order of importance, and uses goal and objectives to prioritize tasks
- Planning – Able to accurately scope out the length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets measurable objectives and goals and breaks down work into the process steps necessary to get things done. Develops schedules and timelines.
MIKIMOTO CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Job Knowledge – Able to complete all routine tasks independently. Understands and performs most phases of the job well. Keeps abreast of changes in areas of expertise. Provides good advice in areas of responsibility.
- Initiative – Identifies opportunities and issues, proactively acts and follows through on work activities to resolve or capitalize on them. Works independently with little direction.
- Problem Solving – Regularly demonstrates the ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions in a timely fashion. Seeks input from others when making a decision. May be relied upon to do so without supervision and seeks advice when unusual situations arise. Makes decisions based on accurate and complete analysis of information.
- Teamwork – Effectively works with others. Able to resolve conflicts and listens to others. Maintains honest relationships and is respected by others.
- Dependability – Can be trusted or relied upon to act in the way required or expected to get the work done. Is present at work. Is a team player. Takes responsibility for actions.
- Communication – Shows an understanding of the need to initiate or respond to information in an appropriate, timely and complete manner. Oral and written communications are usually acceptable, being both comprehensible and appropriate.
- Flexibility – Demonstrates flexibility. Adapts plans and goals for new conditions. Stays current with the organizational objectives and applies knowledge to new methods.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Offers 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Summer “Days”
- Annual Gym Reimbursement
- Mikimoto Employee Discount
- Eligibility may vary based on level and tenure, subject to change
Mikimoto America
Job Overview:
Director of Public Relations and Communications Job Description
The iMethods Director of Public Relations and Communications will lead public outreach and communications efforts. This role involves managing various aspects of communication, both internally and externally, to ensure a consistent and positive brand presence. The Director of Public Relations and Communications will play a critical role in shaping public perception, maintaining brand consistency, and ensuring that the organization’s messaging aligns with its goals and core values. This role requires a combination of strategic planning, innovative content creation and strong communication skills. The Director of Public Relations and Communications is an exempt role and will report to the Vice President of Marketing.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive communication and public relations strategies to promote our services and enhance brand recognition.
- Create and maintain a consistent and compelling brand image across various communication channels, including paid and unpaid media, website content and marketing collateral.
- Plan, prepare and distribute original promotional content such as articles, news and press releases, case studies, blog posts and other updates on behalf of the organization.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with media and influential industry professionals.
- Arrange interviews, identify and leverage speaking/writing opportunities for company SMEs that position
- our company as a thought leader and promote our products/services.
- Maximize brand presence on various media (e.g. digital and social media, TV if possible) in coordination
- with Content Marketing Manager; track and influence media coverage; report on PR campaign results.
- Organize PR events to increase awareness of our company; promote and attend special events and
- functions as requested (e.g., assist with promotion of the annual iMethods Summit event).
- Promote corporate milestones and activities such as company goals and projects, new products or
- services and community service activities, as well as new hires, promotions, and retirements.
- Arrange photography and/or press coverage for special events.
- Manage sensitive issues to maintain company’s good reputation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather content and insight for external communication efforts.
- Manage the delivery of internal messaging (in coordination with various departments) to ensure
- employee engagement and understanding.
- Research competitor analytics and data to support compelling case studies.
- Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional copywriting and editing abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage time and remain focused.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Familiarity with relevant software and tools for PR and communications management.
Required Education & Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related field, Master’s Degree a plus
- Previous Healthcare IT industry experience with related media contacts is essential.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in public relations and corporate communications
- Extensive experience with media relations, crisis communication and reputation management.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
iMethods
Would you enjoy securing grants that enable Latin-American artists to showcase their work in the U.S.?
Are you a strong grantwriter and resourceful prospect researcher?
If this sounds like you, please read on!
PNP Staffing Group is excited to have been retained by Americas Society to lead their search for a Manager, Institutional Grants Engagement.
Americas Society (AS) is the premier forum dedicated to education, debate, and dialogue in the Americas. Established by David Rockefeller in 1965, our mission is to foster an understating of the contemporary political, social, and economic issues confronting Latin America, the Caribbean and Canada, and to increase public awareness and appreciation of the diverse cultural heritage of the Americas and the importance of the inter-American relationship.
Americas Society seeks an experienced Manager, Institutional Grants Engagement to conduct prospect research, create, write, and track grant proposals to secure contributed support and prepare reports on funding for Americas Society’s:
- Americas Society’s cultural programs in Music and the Visual Arts.
- Americas Quarterly, the organization’s publication dedicated to politics, business, and culture in the Americas.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three to five years of experience researching prospects and writing successful grant proposals and reports to foundations, a demonstrated interest in the mission and goals of the organization, and an ability to meet deadlines. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, an excellent writer, as well as a team player.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage the portfolio of grants ad sponsorships made to Americas Society by institutional donors (government agencies, private and corporate foundations) to support the Culture Programs in Music and Visual Arts and Americas Quarterly.
- Prospect for new potential institutional funders (foundations) to support our programs.
- Coordinate with program directors to understand funding needs and timelines, and define a strategy to fully-fund each program
- Serve as an intermediary within the organization among program directors, accounting, and media relations throughout the grant cycle
- Write letters of inquiry, grant applications, interim and final reports, acknowledgement letters, and all other documents related to the grant cycle
- Manage the relationship with existing grantors to maximize repeat donations. Inform them of current and future projects, invite them to visit our gallery and attend our programs, etc.
- Provide all documents to accounting to process payments (invoices, letters of acknowledgement, etc.) and update the information in Fonteva
- Ensure that the organization complies with terms of funding agreements and grants, ensuring that donors are properly credited in all communications (press releases, website, evites, annual report) and that they receive the corresponding invitations
Additional Responsibilities include:
- Provide administrative support for the management of the Arts of the Americas Circle:
- Produce and send invoices to patrons
- Coordinate with accounting to process payments and acknowledgement letters
- Monitor the AS membership program:
- Respond to inquiries received by phone, email, or at the door
- Process checks or cash payments with accounting
- Connect with members to ensure they enjoy their membership benefits, such as invitations, publications, etc.
- Create the list of grants and contributions to Americas Society for inclusion in the Annual Report
- Collaborate on special initiatives
- Collaborate/organize public programs in collaboration with program directors
Skills and qualifications include:
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant grant writing development experience.
- Excellent writing, analytical and inter-personal communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Exceptional organization skills, initiative, energy, and enthusiasm.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, knowledge of Fonteva/Salesforce a plus
- Spanish and/or Portuguese language proficiency a plus
- Knowledge of the cultural and political context of Latin America and the Caribbean a plus
Salary – $85k – $95k.
Americas Society has a working hybrid schedule, with three days spent in the office and two days remotely. AS offers outstanding benefits including an excellent health and dental plan, vacation, and a generous 401(k) retirement plan.
Americas Society/Council of the Americas