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Now Hiring: Marketing Manager

Are you looking to elevate your marketing career with a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative team of architecture and interior design professionals? Our client, an award-winning architecture, interior design, and planning consultancy, is seeking an innovative and passionate Marketing Manager to join their vibrant and energetic Fairfax, Virginia studio.

From public schools to government and public safety buildings, their community-centric portfolio serves as the foundation for their impact-driven brand. As a Marketing Manager, you will have the opportunity to channel your creativity and problem-solving skills to curate a branding and marketing strategy that embodies the unique ethos of their organization while driving organizational growth.

As an employee-centric design collaborative, they have made it a top priority to invest in their employee’s careers every day through professional development resources; hands-on mentorship; inclusive team bonding events; challenging and dynamic projects; and career road-mapping support.

Working With Us, You Will:

• Oversee, planning, creation, and assembly of proposals, qualifications, and presentations.
• Develop and execute RFQ and RFP responses, actively leading all phases of proposal development including writing, graphics, formatting, and production.
• Write, edit, and review marketing and thought leadership content, narratives, resumes, project sheets, project data, and other qualifications. Ensure these documents are tracked and maintained appropriately.
• Proactively pursue and track RFI / RFQ / RFP opportunities.
• Prepare presentations and interview materials for client interviews, speaking opportunities, and other engagements.
• Identify and execute improvements for processes and content creation.
• Manage the company website, including project and employee updates as required.
• Track and evaluate BD leads, present them to leadership, and participate in consideration of go/no-go decision-making.
• Oversee the management and updates of the company’s LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media accounts.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS/BBA degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a relevant field
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in the architectural or engineering design industry preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Expertise in collateral creation.
• Experience leading marketing efforts.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal, visual, and written communication skills.

What They Offer

Our client is committed to their people. To show this commitment, they offer a comprehensive benefits package curated to ensure that their employees lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement fund with employer contributions.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Options with Dual Workspace Setup.
• Competitive PTO and paid holidays.
• Robust Internal Training Program, Professional Development, and Licensure Support.
• On-Demand External Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran or disabled status.

DesignForce

Senior Product Marketing Manager

Cync Software is looking for a Senior product marketer to join our Cync Software team to own and drive go-to-marketing initiatives and launches for our Cync Software Commercial Lending Software offerings. In this role, you will closely work with product management, sales, and advocacy to champion Cync Commercial lending Software Applications. This role will be a great fit for product marketers who can thrive in dynamic environments, are data-driven and eager to jump-in and get things done.

At Cync, we place value in our office culture – the relationships and collaboration it builds, and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Cync can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do:

• Take a lead role in creating compelling, differentiated messaging and positioning for Cync Software Commercial Lending offerings.
• Leverage your banking, fintech and marketing expertise to create compelling content and assets that help our customer learn and choose Cync software solutions for their Commercial lending software needs.
• Develop assets, training and content that communicates the value proposition of Cync Software value proposition to the sales teams and enables them to win in the industry
• Work with product and marketing operations to measure success of product-led growth programs and feed those learnings into new launches and campaigns
• As the Senior Product Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for identifying potential customers and all aspects of marketing within our brand guidelines such as: literature, trade show support, campaign designs, social media, videos, etc. You will help examine the needs, wants, and purchasing patterns of our audience as well as keep an eye on how competitors present themselves.
• You will act as a point of contact, a source of information, and a go-between for multiple departments to convey information quickly and accurately to deliver campaigns in a timely manner for instant analysis.
• You will create and refine marketing lists for e-mail campaigns and generate leads through social media. As a result, you will be responsible for supplying the sales team with possible leads or for making presentations to groups that could be a good match for the brand

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product marketing, product management focused roles in B2B tech that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of product marketing and all of their strategic components
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills with a passion for storytelling
• Strong understanding of pipeline generation activities with the ability to work with demand generation teams and plan campaigns
• Cloud software familiarity – Salesforce, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn, Vimeo, and e-mail automation software
• Creativity – Understanding of how creative brainstorming and collaboration leads to exciting cross-media campaigns that grab attention and generate sales leads by creating paths to conversion
• Fintech – a passion for Fintech and reinventing the banking industry with a willingness to understand the value of Cync Software products and how it dramatically improves the workflow of the end-user
• Cloud software familiarity – Salesforce, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn, Vimeo, and e-mail automation software
• Creativity – Understanding of how creative brainstorming and collaboration leads to exciting cross-media campaigns that grab attention and generate sales leads by creating paths to conversion
• Fintech – a passion for Fintech and reinventing the banking industry with a willingness to understand the value of Cync Software products and how it dramatically improves the workflow of the end-user.
• It’s preferred that this candidate have experience in banking, financial services or fintech

Cync Software

Seeking talent for 5 Guys Hamburgers – NU – Mid-May (multiple dates) – Lorton VA

Seeking multiple on-screen talent, some speaking, some not. Usage is 1 year, internet video only. This is a non-union shoot, and therefore looking for non-union talent (SAG-E is ok).

We are shooting the 17th and 18th, or 18th and 19th and the dates are being locked in late today or tomorrow.  

Rates: $1,000/day + agency fee for speaking roles and $800/day + agency fee for non-speaking. They will be on set 5 hours. I’m looking to book talent for 1 day, except 1 role which will be both days (TBD)

They are looking for the following talent (comedy/improv experience a PLUS):

Role 1 – Employee (Speaking)

• Female 20s-30s caucasian
• Bubbly personality, upbeat and personable. Good comedy/improv skills.
• Days on Set: 1 Day (5 hrs)

Role 2 – Employee (Non-Speaking)

• Male 30-35 AA / hispanic
• On the taller/larger-side so the in the way gag works better
• Days on Set: 1 Day (5 hrs)

Role 3 – 1st AC (Non-Speaking)

• Female, AAPI / Hispanic
• No nonsense crewmember just trying to get her job done. Good to have a touch of good-hearted attitude like a good eye-roll.
• Days on Set: 2 Days (5 hrs/day)

Role 4 – Employee (Speaking)

• Male 20s-30s AA
• Personable and friendly, clean face with no facial hair. Good comedy chops/improv skills with strong facial expressions
• ie: think a young Dulé Hill
• Days on Set: 1 Day (5 hrs)

Role 5 – Customer 1 (Speaking)

• Male 40s-50s caucasian / hispanic
• Everyman, dry sense of humor, dad bod, facial hair is fine. Good comedy/improv chops.
• ie: Jim Gaffigan
• Days on Set: 1 Day (5 hrs)

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Role 6 – Customer 2 (Speaking)

• Female, 20s- early 30s AA
• Just trying to go about her business and excited to get her lunch. Maybe a hint of attitude for being held up by the video crew.
• Days on Set: 1 Day (5 hrs)

GENERAL MANAGER

Charlottesville, VA

On-site

THE RUNDOWN

Playfly Sports is looking for a General Manager to join our team in Charlottesville, VA.

The General Manager will be responsible for generating incremental sponsorship revenue on behalf of The University of Virginia to meet and exceed individual and team goals for Playfly. The person in this role will work on-site with the Athletics Director/ Senior Staff at Virginia Athletics and Playfly Sports Properties senior level staff to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements. This role will also be responsible for leading and managing Virginia Sports Properties staff.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Partner with athletics department to develop and execute a sales plan to meet and exceed revenue goals for Playfly
• Manage profit and loss & budget reports to maintain and exceed EBITDA budget
• Prospect, meet and close a significant number of new and renewal high level corporate sponsorships
• Manage, coach and develop a team of sales & account support staff at Virginia Sports Properties.
• Create standards and assist with the
• achievement of their individual goals
• Identify potential sponsors for Virginia Sports Properties through networking with Virginia stakeholders & business partners and researching local, regional & national companies
• Work with Playfly Sports Properties leadership and Virginia Athletics executives to create sales inventory, revenue projections and overall sponsorship strategy for the Virginia Athletics assets
• Develop sales presentations for new marketing partners by incorporating research, category dynamics and an understanding of partner’s marketing goals
• Create sales proposals and draft/negotiate contracts
• Develop key marketing objectives with clients via thorough needs assessment and a collaborative sales process
• Entertain and cultivate sponsors in non-game related settings
• Prepare end-of-year recaps for sponsors
• Represent Virginia Sports Properties, The University of Virginia, and Playfly Sports Properties in a professional manner
• Research sports sponsorship industry and stay current with relevant market trends and conditions
• Oversee management of radio network (terrestrial, digital) and supervise the respective broadcast talent
• Build strong understanding of all Playfly business units and offerings in order to leverage new business areas, leads, and categories
• Other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6-8 years of direct sales experience in the sports multi-media environment required
• 10 years of experience in a sales role preferred
• Experience managing a team of direct reports
• Proven ability in managing, meeting & exceeding budget & revenue goals
• Familiarity with KORE or similar CRM system
• Strong experience and understanding of integrated and “conceptual” sales
• Ability to generate and present ideas and concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects/clients
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated professional sales presentation skills
• Must be driven and coachable to execute the Playfly Sports Properties revenue model and to understand the distinctive relationship with university Athletics

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available for game days and evening athletic events and coaches shows
• Must be available to travel for client presentations
• Must be able to work nights and weekends around sporting events

WHAT WE DO

Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. The company introduces high school and college students to career development opportunities in esports through Playfly Esports, operators of North America’s largest college esports league. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com

WHAT WE STAND FOR

At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it’s just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.

EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.

Playfly Sports

Associate Director of Market Research

Entertainment and Attractions

$140,000 – $150,000

Virginia – Hybrid

A leading US Market Research Agency is looking to add talent to its analytics division and in doing so is actively hiring an Associate Director of Market Research to join its team in a hybrid capacity. This individual will successfully drive strategy, provide market insights and work in a hands-on capacity to enhance the organization’s marketing efforts.

THE ROLE:

As an Associate Director of Market Research, you will be responsible for driving marketing strategy for the benefit of clients, providing insights surrounding the locality, competitors, and consumer demands, and conducting strategic research projects/questionnaires.

Furthermore, this is a highly visible role reporting directly to both the marketing director and the head of consumer insights. Within this role, you will be working predominantly utilizing technical tools such as SQL, Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Q Analysis, and a Visualization tool of Choice.

You will also be responsible for leading an agile team of junior market researchers.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, Masters is strongly preferred but not required.
• Extensive technical proficiency utilizing SQL, Python or R in a professional capacity.
• Ample experience working in a marketing-focused background with a focus in the provision of insights and recommendations.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and capabilities to work in an Individual Contributor capacity but also comfortable leading an agile team.
• Strong communication abilities with a core focus on the ability to translate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience creating and presenting dashboards through the use of a best-of-breed visualization tool such as PowerBi, Tableau, Looker etc.

BENEFITS: Associate Director of Market Research

As an Associate Director of Market Research, you will have the ability to earn up to $150,000 base salary and gold standard benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Please register your interest by sending your Resume to Oisin Ennis via the Apply link on this page

KEYWORDS

Consumer insights Manager, Consumer, Insights, Marketing, Market Research, Excel, SurveyMonkey, Visualization, Dashboard, Entertainment, Analytics, Attractions

Harnham

Associate Director of Market Research

Entertainment and Attractions

$140,000 – $150,000

Virginia – Hybrid

A leading US Market Research Agency is looking to add talent to its analytics division and in doing so is actively hiring an Associate Director of Market Research to join its team in a hybrid capacity. This individual will successfully drive strategy, provide market insights and work in a hands-on capacity to enhance the organization’s marketing efforts.

THE ROLE:

As an Associate Director of Market Research, you will be responsible for driving marketing strategy for the benefit of clients, providing insights surrounding the locality, competitors, and consumer demands, and conducting strategic research projects/questionnaires.

Furthermore, this is a highly visible role reporting directly to both the marketing director and the head of consumer insights. Within this role, you will be working predominantly utilizing technical tools such as SQL, Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Q Analysis, and a Visualization tool of Choice.

You will also be responsible for leading an agile team of junior market researchers.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, Masters is strongly preferred but not required.
• Extensive technical proficiency utilizing SQL, Python or R in a professional capacity.
• Ample experience working in a marketing-focused background with a focus in the provision of insights and recommendations.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and capabilities to work in an Individual Contributor capacity.
• Strong communication abilities with a core focus on the ability to translate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience creating and presenting dashboards through the use of a best-of-breed visualization tool such as PowerBi, Tableau, Looker etc.

BENEFITS: Associate Director of Market Research

As an Associate Director of Market Research, you will have the ability to earn up to $150,000 base salary and gold standard benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Please register your interest by sending your Resume to Oisin Ennis via the Apply link on this page

KEYWORDS

Consumer insights Manager, Consumer, Insights, Marketing, Market Research, Excel, SurveyMonkey, Visualization, Dashboard, Entertainment, Analytics, Attractions

Harnham

Studio Center is looking for a Social Media Superstar to join our growing Social Media department. You must be, social and on top of the latest trends and technologies. You’ll be working with clients ranging from restaurants and breweries to sports and entertainment. You must also want to work in a fun, fast-paced environment with dogs and chocolate chip cookies.

Our Social Media Director Will:

• Be super creative and proactive
• Be organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Be an effective communicator, both verbally and in writing!
• Work with a team of content creators
• Provide brand direction to graphics dept and video team members when needed.
• Create social media and digital strategies for a variety of industries and be confident in presenting them.
• Be proficient in all social channels Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Google+
• Provide daily interaction with client social media pages using a content calendar.
• Use the budgets provided to help the paid media team execute online ad campaigns.

Social Media Specialist Must:

• Have 5+ years of social media experience, with strong digital marketing background and a detailed social media understanding.
• Provide prior campaign experience and results with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, blogging, etc.
• Have prior experience working with paid social media and creating content/editorial calendars.
• Be able to react and adjust to change quickly.
• Be LOVED by our clients! 
• Have amazing proofreading skills.

If this sounds like you, we want to meet you!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000 – $60,000.00 per year (Commensurate with experience).

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Social Media Marketing: 5 years (Mandatory)
• Marketing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Sales (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

Please send your resume and 3 references to william@studiocenter.com

Studio Center

Marketing Coordinator

Starr Hill Presents/Red Light Management

Starr Hill Presents/Red Light Management is seeking an experienced marketing professional to report to the Director of Marketing in its Charlottesville, VA office.

This full-time role will be part of a small, dynamic team promoting concerts across three premiere venues in Charlottesville – the Ting Pavilion, Jefferson Theater and Southern Café and Music Hall.  Some duties of this position include graphic design, digital marketing and social media, website maintenance, compiling and distributing data and reports, volunteer coordination, market research, managing ticket lists and other administrative duties.

Seeking someone with excellent organizational and analytical skills, ability to multitask and maintain multiple timelines. Ideal candidate will be willing to learn, be proactive, is detail oriented and is ready to bring their creativity to the table. Live entertainment experience preferred but not required. Positive and outgoing attitude a must. 

Qualifications/Requirements:

·      2+ years of hands-on digital marketing experience preferred

·      Experience managing social media channels

·      Strong graphic design skills. Knowledge of Adobe CS (Photoshop + InDesign) required.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as good judgment

·      Proficiency in Word, Excel/Google Sheets, Dropbox, Google Drive

·      Experience with Customer Relationship Management a plus but not required

·      Experience with independent project execution

·      BA/BS degree strongly preferred

·      Must be able to work from the Charlottesville, VA office. This is not a remote position.

·      Passion for live music

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

·      Manage weekly newsletter eblasts and database maintenance in collaboration with the Marketing Director and Box Office Manager.

·      Maintain a weekly social media calendar and schedule posts across all three venues to ensure that fresh and creative media content is shared on a regular basis.

·      Graphic design and maintenance of web content, posters, venue signage (digital and print) and other collateral as needed.

·      Manage print orders and schedule pickups/drop offs for distribution.

·      Assist with social media advertising for Jefferson and Southern shows.

·      Maintenance of venue websites as needed.

·      Assist Director with invoicing and compiling backup for show settlements, as needed.

·      Organize and maintain archives of images, copy and reports.

·      Ensure that the weekly on sale calendar is up to date along with all ticket links

·      Process ticket requests and manage comp lists for will call.

·      Coordinate volunteer staff and street team for Pavilion events and other select shows.

·      Work with Marketing Director to manage intern workflow.

·      Overall support for marketing department.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter 

Red Light Management

SEEKING SAUDI ARABIAN/ARABIC ACTORS 

• Shoots Richmond VA 
• Date May 17th 2023

Period Piece Circa 1,000 BC 

• Speaking and Non speaking roles
• Males and Females 20-60s
• YOU MUST BE OF ARABIC/SAUDI ARABIAN  DESCENT 

You do not have to speak the language, but a bonus if you do 

This is based on real people 

Demo/Promo for Saudi Arabian Client

• Speaking roles $450 1/2 day
• Non Speaking roles $200 1/2 day

Title: People & Culture Coordinator (FT)

Department: Shelter House, Inc.

Reports to: Director of People & Culture

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $50,000-$55,000

• Allows Hybrid Schedule***

About Us

Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organization’s inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children.

Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (C.A.R.E.). In addition to our incredible mission and culture, we offer our employees a work-life balance, 401K (with employer matching), and core benefits (medical/dental/vision) for full-time employees with a generous employer contribution towards premiums.

About The Role

The People & Culture Coordinator is a key member of the People & Culture team and will provide tactical support for the department and the organization. Perform HR-related duties on a professional level and work closely with the other members of the People & Culture Department. This position will be key with assisting the Director of People & Culture to develop and streamline internal processes to help support the organization as it continues to grow. This role will be an important part of the day-to-day responsibilities of the department including but not limited to benefits administration, employee changes, training, recruiting, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance.

How You Will Contribute

• Create and maintain personnel files according to federal regulations and Shelter House procedures.
• Assist with processing and tracking internal employee changes (Personnel Action Forms).
• Partner with Finance to verify payroll entries to ensure accuracy.
• Process and maintain Family and Medical Leaves.
• Assist with managing and tracking Workers Compensation.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Maintain HR records in HRIS.
• Run reports for various departments, as needed.
• Partner with the HR team regarding benefits administration. Including but not limited to employee questions, open enrollment, invoice reconciliations and auditing enrollments.
• Process and submit check requests for the People & Culture Department
• Assist with offboarding employees to ensure all documentation is provided, exit meetings are scheduled, and ensure deactivation of all the appropriate accounts.
• Assist People & Culture Partner with recruiting support, to include reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens, and scheduling interviews.
• Assist with facilitating virtual and in-person orientations and training.
• Responsible for onboarding new employees into all levels of the organization, including initiating background screenings, sending offer letters, and processing I9 documentation.
• Various projects as needed.

Required

About You

• 1-2 years of Human Resources experience
• Proficient with Microsoft 365
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to foster a team environment
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with all levels of the organization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Strong communication skills, you can explain anything to anyone. You can roll with the punches; you are okay with everyday looking different.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Have knowledge of employment law, both state and federal

Physical Requirements

• Annual TB Test is required.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds.

Shelter House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as defined by the CDC or qualify for a medical or religious exemption before starting work.

ADA Statement: Shelter House will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Shelter House, Inc