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Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Willis Tower or Abbott Park, IL location in the PA Public Affairs division.
The Content Creator/Writer is responsible for creating and curating high-quality editorial content for Abbott’s owned corporate channels — such as Abbott.com, socials and CRM (Abbott EDGE newsletters). As a critical team member, you will create relevant and engaging stories that demonstrate how the company is a health technology leader. You will help execute the team’s multi-channel communications strategy, identify storytelling opportunities based on developing trends, and optimize existing Abbott content to make it relevant for the current moment. The Content Creator/Writer works closely with the Senior Manager for content as well as the social, video and digital experts on the team and Global Marketing and External Affairs functional teams, business public affairs, external agencies, marketing and other functional groups to identify holistic storylines that show and tell the fullness of Abbott across the range of its offerings and geographies. You must be able to think strategically and quickly to provide creative ideas and share them with a broad range of internal and external contacts across the organization and help execute from concept to completion. All of this for one simple goal: breakthrough communications.
What You’ll Work On
- Help Abbott enhance brand awareness of the company and its products while protecting the company’s reputation.
- Create stories for abbott.com and social channels, including identifying topics, interviewing experts and key opinion leaders, writing to Abbott and AP style guidelines with accuracy and precision, creating or producing photography and video or other assets, and working with publishers to post in a timely manner.
- Optimize content for SEO and social channels to support story visibility.
- Identify ongoing updates to Abbott.com site fronts and landing pages as well as brand-appropriate visual imagery. Work with Digital team and content publishers to identify improvements and ongoing updates to Abbott.com and enhance the user experience across digital channels.
- Produce content, both written and visual, in a timely manner
- Support monthly Abbott EDGE newsletters.
- Offer unique and creative thinking and ideas regularly. Help to ideate on projects and programs across the Content Team and Abbott.
- Assist the department head in managing and shaping department policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper adherence to all financial and administrative policies.
- Ensure programs fall within budget parameters and all paperwork is completed in an appropriate manner (invoice logging, purchase orders, statements of work, etc.).
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or related field.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the development and execution of content, writing, social media or public relations
- Superb storytelling qualities
- Understanding of effective writing, basic proofreading and AP style
- Passion for communications, digital trends and social media
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly collaborative and team player
- User of social media and ability to turn insights into action
- Strong time management, organizational skills and attention to detail
* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:Â www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $57,300.00 – $114,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Join our rapidly expanding Commercial Banking Integrated Media Team. If you’re an independent, solution-oriented team member with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process, this role is for you. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, stay updated with the ever-changing social media landscape, and bring your leadership skills to our dynamic team. As a Senior Social Media Manager within Commercial Banking, you will be a key leader within the team. You will work closely with department leadership on the development of strategies and tactics for appropriate media plans designed to meet marketing objectives while also identifying opportunities to test new opportunities and engage new vendors or agency partners. You will be responsible for all social media campaigns from concept to completion with the expectation of delivering effective results. You will manage a team of Social Media Marketing Associates.  Job responsibilities Lead, develop and execute comprehensive social campaigns to support all Commercial Banking and Global Corporate Banking initiatives Work closely with the integrated media leads from briefing, planning, execution through to campaign reporting and run paid and organic campaigns on LinkedIn Develop thoughtful tactical recommendations, bringing innovative ideas to the table for all campaign objectives Work with marketing team and social media partners (LinkedIn) as well as other social teams within JPMorgan Chase Collaborate with all stakeholders within the marketing and communications to determine campaign goals and set target key performance indicators to provide strategy, advice and effective solutions to launch social media campaigns Partner with creative teams to ensure creative aligns with content strategy and develop distribution plans for maximum impact Manage internal and external vendors in the development and execution of paid social campaigns Contribute ideas and solutions for digital, social, web, video, photo, story, gif creative and more Collaborate with key partners across controls, legal and compliance to protect the firm and employees by adhering to regulatory and line of business requirements Assist with competitor research and other projects as needed Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills Bachelor’s degree in a related field 8 + years in a digital media role in B2B for large companies with multiple brands and/or lines of business Experience in managing high-functioning teams Knowledge of working within LinkedIn and its capabilities tools Experience managing social media marketing programs Experience in buying and managing paid social media marketing campaigns Ability to influence, use sound judgment, make informed decisions/recommendations and earn trust from multiple stakeholders Strong project management skills with strong time management, organizational, planning and follow-up skills Critical thinker and team player with a positive, can-do attitude; must be comfortable with continuously changing opportunities and priorities Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, as well as social media analytics (understanding measurement, benchmarks, campaign reporting) Enthusiastic team player who is able to work closely with senior stakeholders across several departments including: banking, research, compliance, legal, technology, communications, marketing, and risk Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Knowledge of LinkedIn Sales Navigator Social media community managementÂ
Casting Call for Marina Patron – Runarounds (Background Actor)
Job Description:
Kimmie Stewart Casting is seeking background actors to portray marina patrons for the project Runarounds, filming in Wilmington, NC. As a marina patron, you will be part of a lively dockside scene, adding atmosphere to the backdrop of the show.
Job Responsibilities:
- Act as a marina patron in the background of various scenes at a dock or marina.
- Follow direction from the production team to ensure a realistic portrayal of the environment.
- Maintain a professional attitude and follow set guidelines.
Requirements:
- All genders, all races.
- Age 18 and up.
- Must be comfortable working in a marina or dockside setting.
Compensation Details:
- Rate: $110 per day.
Casting Call: Background Actors for LA Miniseries
Job Description:
Agencia BarbarellaCasting is seeking male and female extras to appear in an exciting new miniseries that will be streamed on the Shorts App. We are looking for individuals who can bring authenticity and energy to background roles in various scenes. This is a non-speaking role, and extras will appear in vertical video formats, perfect for streaming platforms.
Job Responsibilities:
- Act as a background extra in various scenes for the miniseries.
- Follow the direction of the casting and production team to ensure you are positioned correctly for filming.
- Maintain professionalism on set, arriving on time and ready for direction.
- Wear the appropriate attire as instructed by the casting team for continuity.
Requirements:
- Male & Female actors, aged 20-50 years old.
- Must be of Caucasian ethnicity.
- Must be based in or able to work as a local hire in the Los Angeles area (no travel provided).
- Comfortable working on set with minimal direction.
- Non-union actors only.
Compensation:
- Rate: $150 per day.
- No agency fee required.
- Meals provided on set.
Casting Call for Featured Extra – 40 Dates and 40 Nights (Church Date Role)
Job Description: We are seeking a Caucasian male, aged 20s to mid-30s, with an unusual or unique appearance, possibly with a comedic or awkward physicality, to be featured as the “Church Date” in the upcoming movie 40 Dates and 40 Nights. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can bring an interesting and memorable presence to a fun and quirky scene in the film.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a featured extra in the role of “Church Date” in a key scene.
- Be available for the entire day of filming as needed.
- Follow direction from the production team and maintain a positive attitude on set.
Requirements:
- Caucasian male, aged 20s to mid-30s.
- Must have a unique or unusual look with possible comedic or awkward physicality.
- Available to work all day on the designated filming date in Houston, TX.
- Must have reliable transportation to the filming location.
Compensation Details:
- Pay: $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
- Additional pay: $12.50/hour for any time worked beyond 8 hours.
Casting Call for Informant’s Mother – Non-Union True Crime Recreation Series
Job Description:
We are seeking a Black female actor, aged 40-50, to portray the “Informant’s Mother” in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN. This is a non-speaking role, and the actor will play a pivotal background character who provides emotional depth to the scene. The focus will be on conveying the mother’s concern and support through expressions and body language.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray the mother of the informant in a crime reenactment scene.
- Follow the direction of the production team to authentically portray the emotional weight of the role.
- Use body language and facial expressions to communicate the character’s emotions and involvement.
- Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.
Requirements:
- Black female, aged 40-50.
- Comfortable working as a non-speaking background actor.
- Able to commit to the required shoot day in Knoxville, TN.
Compensation Details:
- Rate: $135/day.
Seeking Blackhawk Super Fans with Unique Style for Exciting Shoot
Job Description: Are you a die-hard Chicago Blackhawks fan with a bold and unique look? We’re on the hunt for the ultimate super fans to participate in an exciting sports-themed shoot. If you have a distinctive style—whether it’s a mullet, faux hawk, or eye-catching sports tattoos—and you’re the type who knows how to pump up a crowd, we want to hear from you!
Job Responsibilities:
- Showcase your enthusiastic fan spirit during the shoot, representing the energy and passion of a true Blackhawks supporter.
- Display your unique style, whether it’s a standout hairstyle, tattoos, or your overall fan vibes.
- Follow the direction of the production team to ensure a fun and dynamic atmosphere on set.
- Be prepared to engage in high-energy activities that capture the essence of being a super fan.
Requirements:
- Must be a resident of Chicago or surrounding areas.
- Strong enthusiasm for the Chicago Blackhawks is a must.
- Unique appearance that includes distinctive hairstyles (mullet, faux hawk, etc.) or visible sports-related tattoos.
- Comfortable being on camera and participating in a lively, energetic shoot.
- Must be available for a full-day commitment.
Compensation:
- $300 for the shoot.
- Opportunity to be part of a fun and high-energy sports-related production.
- Great exposure and a chance to showcase your super fan pride!
Casting Call: Background Actors – Burning Man Attendee
Job Description: We are seeking vibrant, artistic, and creative individuals to portray Burning Man attendees in an upcoming film shoot in Wilmington, NC. This background role requires energetic and expressive individuals who can embody the free-spirited and eclectic vibe of a music festival setting. The shoot will take place in the late afternoon and continue into the evening and night.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a Burning Man attendee in various background scenes, bringing energy and authenticity to the role.
- Follow direction to contribute to the overall atmosphere of the music festival setting.
- Be available for late afternoon and night shoots, ensuring punctuality and readiness for each session.
- Work collaboratively with other background actors and the production team to create a dynamic and immersive environment.
Requirements:
- All genders, aged 18 and up.
- Must have a vibrant, artistic, and creative appearance that aligns with the Burning Man aesthetic.
- Must be available for late afternoon and night shoots.
- Ability to work as a local hire in Wilmington, NC.
- No prior experience is necessary, but a willingness to embrace the role and take direction is crucial.
Compensation:
- Rate: $110 per day for a 10-hour shoot.
- Working all three days is not required, but priority will be given to those available for all dates.
Casting Call for Background Actors in “P-Valley” Season 3
Job Description: Hylton Casting is currently seeking background actors for the STARZ TV series “P-Valley” Season 3. We are looking for men to portray police officers in the upcoming season.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray police officers in various scenes for “P-Valley” Season 3.
- Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure accurate and consistent portrayal of the role.
- Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality on set.
Requirements:
- Male, aged 20 and older.
- All ethnicities are welcome.
- Must be clean-shaven.
- Must be local to the Atlanta, GA area or able to travel to the filming location.
- Reliable and able to follow instructions.
Compensation Details:
- This is a paid opportunity.
- Competitive pay rates based on industry standards.
- Meals provided on set.
Casting Call for Tall, Husky Men for True Crime Doc Series
Job Description: We are seeking a tall, husky white male for a non-speaking role in a major streamer true crime documentary series. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile production.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a character in a true crime documentary series.
- Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure smooth filming.
- Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality on set.
Requirements:
- Male, white, aged 40-45.
- Thicker build, 6’4″ tall, with thick brown hair.
- Must be local to NYC/Long Island or able to travel to the filming location.
- Reliable and able to follow instructions.
- Comfortable being on camera in a non-speaking role.
Compensation Details:
- Pay is $200 per day, plus meals provided.
- Competitive pay based on industry standards.


