Publicity Assistant

Do you have a passion for tackling humanity’s biggest challenges like climate change, global health, artificial intelligence, threats to democracy, and combating polarization and misinformation? Are you excited by the opportunity to work alongside leading thinkers, esteemed authors, and visionary institutions to amplify transformative ideas and solutions? DEY. Ideas + Influence could be the place for you. We are looking for someone who is deeply curious about the world and motivated to contribute to shaping public discourse to meaningfully and positively impact our world.

DEY. Ideas + Influence seeks a passionate and detail-oriented New York City area based Publicity Assistant to support campaigns for our carefully curated author roster. This role involves media outreach, social media content creation, research, and administrative tasks.

The Role:
Our ideal candidate has a global mindset and is a curious and voracious news consumer, engaged in the world and stimulated by intellectual challenges. A multi-tasker, you relish starting the day by absorbing fast-breaking stories and researching news angles and opportunities to generate client influence.

Responsibilities:
● Curating customized media lists for author campaigns
● Maintaining current media lists and Cision contacts/database
● Conducting extensive campaign landscaping and media target research
● Copyediting documents (proposals, pitches, etc.)
● Creating assets for new client onboarding (Google folder, team spreadsheet, Monday.com board, etc.)
● Updating the author catalog when new clients are onboarded
● Presenting a new podcast relevant to our clients on our weekly team calls
● Drafting media briefing docs for clients, wrap up reports for campaigns, and other written documents as needed
● Updating campaign media trackers and other assets as needed
● Drafting social media posts for DEY.’s X/Twitter and LinkedIn accounts
● Pitching select podcasts, book festivals, and additional media and influencer contacts
● Recording call notes and action items/next steps during meetings

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
● Possess excellent organizational skills and has the proven ability to adapt to new conditions, assignments, and deadlines
● Focus on problem solving and have the confidence to proactively share ideas
● College degree (English, public relations, or journalism preferred)
● Live in the New York City Metro area and be available to meet in New York City as needed for in-person teamwork days and client/industry events; willing to work some early mornings, nights, and weekends when necessary
● An ability to attend to details and juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
● Must be competent on several social media networks
● Superior verbal communication skills and strong writing and editing abilities
● Book publicity experience at a publishing house or another agency working with a broad selection of non-fiction authors a plus
● Familiar with using A.I. a plus
● Knowledge of Cision media database a plus

Instructor for Reporting on Style and Fashion

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Instructors set up classrooms, convene class and guide students through exercises - directed by the Lead Instructor - to recap important points/themes, facilitate independent work on assignments and projects, giving feedback and helping lead the class when times the Lead Instructor is not with the class. If class is off-campus, Instructors escort students to and from the site visit. Before SA, the Instructor, The School and Lead Instructors plan the syllabus, choose instructional strategies and pick site visits and guest speakers. Other responsibilities include:

• Taking attendance and ensuring students’ safety and well-being during all assigned academic activities.
• Leading class sessions and activities as appropriate.
• Taking students on excursions to different parts of New York City as required for their courses and projects; having a good sense of the environs and knowing how to get around will be a critical part of the role.
• Providing notes for Faculty and School staff that will serve as part of the final student evaluation.
• Supporting Faculty-led activities as needed.
• Managing technology and materials for assigned courses - being able to troubleshoot classroom and educational tech challenges will be important.
• Upon completion of the curriculum, instructors are responsible for building out the course on Canvas using the syllabi and uploading assignments, course resources and site visits.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrate professionalism and diplomacy in interpersonal relationships
• Support and embrace diversity and inclusion
• Ability to be present in the office
• Enthusiasm for working with youth

Education, Work Experience and/or Licensure
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required (refer to Areas of Content Expertise section below); a graduate degree (obtained or in progress) or professional experience is recommended.
• Instructors should have at least 3 years of assistant teaching experience or 2 years of experience as a lead teacher/course designer, with some experience in teaching writing.
• Three references are required.

Areas of Content Expertise
Journalism; Podcasting; Creative and cultural writing; Filmmaking; Opinion writing; Government; Law; Music; Photography; Business; Sports media and management; Fashion and the arts; Technology; Economics; Climate; Food Culture; Political Commentary

Other Requirements
As Instructors will be working closely with minors, they will need to pass a background check; they may be subject to random drug testing.

Language Skills
While no special language skills are required for the position, applicants should be capable of upholding the highest standards of written and spoken English.

Physical Demands
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his/her job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop and reach.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic office environment
• Basic classroom environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

The School of The New York Times reserves the right to modify this job description in its sole discretion.

Salary
• $3,000 per Term

Only qualified candidates should apply

We are looking for journalists with a background on reporting on fashion and has teaching experience.

The School of The New York Times is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Video Editor, Ad Creative (Journalism Background)

We’re Looking For An: Extra talented Video Editor who possesses a strong foundation in journalism AND design to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for editing short and long-form video content, crafting compelling motion graphics, and incorporating journalistic storytelling techniques to deliver engaging visual narratives. This role requires attention to detail, strong post-production skills, and the ability to blend creative vision with journalistic integrity.

Location: Hybrid, Woodland Hills CA

What You’ll Be Doing:
Edit and assemble raw footage into polished, cohesive video content that aligns with brand standards and storytelling objectives.
Develop and integrate motion graphics to enhance visual storytelling and communicate complex ideas effectively.
Collaborate with producers, writers, and other creative team members to create engaging video pieces for various platforms.
Ensure content adheres to journalistic principles, maintaining accuracy, clarity, and ethical standards.
Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and consistency.
Stay current with industry trends in video editing, motion graphics, and marketing to implement new techniques and tools.

Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Film, Communications, or a related field
2-5 years in Video Editing
Proven experience in video editing and motion graphics, with a portfolio showcasing a range of video projects.
Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro) and motion graphics tools (e.g., Adobe After Effects)
Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to translate journalistic concepts into engaging video content.
Communicates effectively within the team, conveying ideas clearly and fostering an environment of open and constructive feedback.
Demonstrates the ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple competing tasks and demands, ensuring the efficient execution of projects.
Pays meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the precision and accuracy of all aspects of video production, from script to final delivery.
Thrives in a cross-functional team environment, actively contributing to collective goals that drive the continued growth of the business.
Bilingual in Spanish, German or French (preferred)

Communications & Scheduling Director

Position Description:
The office of Assemblymember Tony Simone seeks a Communications & Scheduling Director to support external communications and scheduling for the Assemblymember, with support, partnership and oversight provided by the Chief of Staff. This position will serve as a bridge between the Assemblymember’s office, the press, constituents, advocates and audiences that include the residents of District 75 and New York State. The ideal candidate understands the progressive values held by the Assemblymember and will be able to synthesize complex policy issues into clear and persuasive narratives with close attention to accuracy and nuance. This individual will report to the Chief of Staff.

Job Duties:
-Develop communications strategy for the Assemblymember in partnership with Chief of Staff
-Field press inquiries from reporters for TV (virtual and in-person), phone, and radio interviews and assist with development of talking points
-Write and disseminate regular constituent newsletters and office mailers with Assemblymember’s office activities and accomplishments
-Manage and organize press conferences, and announcements of legislative/policy initiatives
-Maintain and update the media list, cultivate relationships with reporters, and pitch stories to reporters in partnership with Chief of Staff
-Draft statements, quotes, op-eds, media advisories, and press releases
-Create graphics for social media platforms
-Maintain the Assemblymembers calendar and schedule meetings in the district and in Albany
-Staff the Assemblymember at various events ensuring that participation is documented
-Stay up to date on current events that affect the district and constituents

What you will need to be successful:
-Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of causes important to the Assemblymember including, but not limited to, LGBTQ rights, reproductive freedoms, immigrant rights, affordable housing and the environment
-Excellent writing and copy-editing skills for content and adaptability for both digital and print platforms
-Strong time management skills
-Ability to work under tight deadlines and can prioritize multiple tasks and issues
-Collaborative team player who takes and gives feedback constructively
-Ability to develop, nurture and manage professional, respectful, and positive working relationships in a small but dynamic work environment
-Ability to work with basic computer applications, Google platforms and Canva
-Ability to work in the office and travel within the district and NYC in order to staff the Assemblymember