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Communication Manager
This position will be creating content for Kapitall Wire and Kapitall’s social media accounts. We are looking for a fun, upbeat, creative writer that knows finance. We are a small team but hard working and focused on helping our users succeed with a financially healthy lifestyle.
Job Responsibilities:
• Create daily content blog posts for Kapitall Wire covering key personal finance topics – budgeting, investment diversification, how pop culture trends impact your wallet
• Write with a distinctive “voice” for the Kapitall wire content that is fun, youthful and edgy
• Prepare and maintain content calendar for Kapitall Wire
• Manage social media brand accounts including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & Linkedin
• Write copy for marketing materials, as needed
• Manage all production tasks including in-article links, images, videos and art work
• Be up to speed with financial news from a variety of media outlets – i.e. Bloomberg to Nerd Wallet
• Maintain publishing and syndication relationships with key partners
• Outreach to potential partners & investors
• Manage Kapitall tournaments and events
• Analyze data to optimize user engagement with the content
• Analyze data to track key success metrics of content and report back to the team
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, advertising, or other related discipline, or be an undergraduate student entering your junior or senior year
GPA above 3.0
Skills Required:
• A desire to tell stories while communicating effectively using various tones
• Previous experience in content creation and editing
• Excellent communication skills and writing capabilities
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure content aligns with our style guide
• Self-starter, highly motivated to succeed under minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Keynote
• WordPress experience a plus
• Ability to show initiative, multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• A positive attitude and willingness to work with the team to achieve goals
Digital Communications Manager
The Spence School, founded in 1892, is an independent school for girls and young women with an enrollment of 739 students in Grades K–12. We are seeking a Digital Communications Manager to join our highly collaborative team in a position that offers a wide variety of responsibilities in a busy and collegial environment. The communications team is part of the Spence Advancement Office, consisting of 10 full-time employees who are responsible for fundraising, alumnae relations, school events and schoolwide communications. This position reports to the Director of Communications.
Chief Responsibilities Include:
Lead the school’s online communications work, developing content for online communities
Create the weekly e-newsletter, SpenceNews
Create content for all online broadcasts
Serve as chief photographer for day-to-day activities
Maintain the photographic assets of the School
Manage multimedia and videography assets
Collaborate in developing and implementing social media strategies and initiatives
Collaborate in implementing strategies for search engine optimization and in developing web analytic reports
Lead web design initiatives; responsible for maintaining website architecture, styles and content management
Manage Athletics news and schedule seasonal photography
Oversee communications for opening of school
Maintain designated sections of the website
Assist with Advancement Office projects and programs and occasional evening events
Required Skills and Proficiencies:
Bachelor’s degree and two years of related communications experience within educational or not-for-profit settings required
Excellent writing and editing skills with demonstrated experience in developing online content
Proficient in photography, multimedia as well as editing and production work
Experience in creating e-communications
Ability to approach tasks with creativity, imagination and curiosity
Adept in utilizing social media tools
Familiarity with search engine optimization strategies and analytical tools
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to details
Ability to process, organize and share a large volume of information, ensuring that school communications are proactive, timely and accurate
Excellent project-management skills and ability to prioritize among multiple demands and deadlines
Ability to work with a variety of constituents and to lead projects with tact and professionalism
A collaborative spirit and strong team ethic
Ability to approach each day with enthusiasm, patience, flexibility and a sense of humor
Spence is committed to an equitable and inclusive program and a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are therefore especially encouraged to apply.
Coordinator, Content Creation
This entry level position will be responsible for content creation and assistance across multiple platforms and mediums. In this role, you will specialize in both ideating and creating content, as well as developing content concepts and contributing to content strategies across multiple company properties.
Focus will be in the following areas:
1) Content Creation and Aggregation
• Write and update content items for multiple company, informational, and event websites, including but not limited to regular news updates, event calendar listings, partner materials, newsletters, everyday site updates & maintenance.
• Daily aggregation of industry news and content to be shared across company website and social platforms.
2) Social Media Content:
• Work with Social Media Director to develop and execute new and creative ways to position content across social platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Snapchat.
• Assist Social Media Director in expanding existing social audience to new markets across each platform.
3) Copy Editing and Proofing – Advertising Week Guidebook
• Assistance with copy editing and proofing of the official Advertising Week guidebook and digital calendar. Assist the programming team with ensuring consistency, fact-checking and overseeing sponsor and marketing needs.
• Track status of each section of the guidebook and calendar and manage the approvals of text, photo and logo materials.
• Work with the Operations Director to route proofs through department heads for approval and proofing.
• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of all publication materials.
4) Additional Responsibilities
• Assist departments in copy editing and fact-checking other event materials, such as newsletters, press releases, print/digital ads, screen cards and signage to maintain editorial consistency across the board.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing ability and must be able to manage and meet tight deadlines under pressure with the ability to respond to fast-changing priorities.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the advertising, media and technologies industries preferred
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and ability to position content across various accounts
• Strong organizational skills
Please submit cover letter, two to three examples of short-form writing, and resume.
No Phone Calls. Due to expected number of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Communications Officer
The New York City office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) seeks a candidate for Communications Officer. This position reports to the LISC NYC Executive Director, and will work closely with the Deputy Director and Policy Director.
Responsibilities
The LISC NYC Communications Officer will work closely with the Executive Director, Deputy Director and Policy Director to promote LISC NYC externally and shape LISC’s voice, messaging, content and visual presentation across all materials and media. We are looking for an experienced professional who writes and edits well, and can ensure consistency of LISC's brand while communicating to a range of audiences, including the general public, funders, press, policy organizations, think tanks and other thought leadership venues. The Communications Officer is charged with coordinating with staff and consultants to produce and disseminate publications and press releases, gain press coverage, and maintain and expand our web and social media presence to help LISC NYC carry out its mission. The position coordinates with communications functions in LISC's national office and with external communications consultants, as needed.
Specifically, the Communications Officer will:
- Prepare and regularly update a communications plan, in consultation with senior management, to support LISC NYC’s work.
- Effectively communicate LISC NYC’s mission of revitalizing neighborhoods and financing affordable housing, health, economic development and financial inclusion to a broad audience.
- Frame LISC’s unique point of view in the context of a dynamic multi-sector set of partners and competitors in an ever-evolving policy and program environment.
- Work with program staff to identify story ideas, gather photographs and oversee graphic designers to shape communications products.
- Conceptualize, write, and edit web content, articles, opinion pieces, blog posts, short policy briefs, white papers, e-newsletters, emails, and marketing and promotional materials.
- Manage the work of communications consultants, as needed.
- Refresh LISC NYC’s website and manage all web, digital and social media content.
- Manage media relations for LISC NYC, including creating press materials and handling media outreach in order to increase LISC NYC’s press coverage.
- Coordinate with grant writers to ensure consistency of voice and messaging across all external content.
- Maintain and enhance communications within the LISC NYC staff team.
- Help prepare LISC NYC Executive Director and other staff for speaking opportunities, panels, etc.
- Represent LISC NYC at conferences, industry events and press conferences, and support the LISC NYC Executive Director to do so.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree in journalism, communications or related field preferred
- Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
- Self-starter with at least 5 years of experience in marketing, public relations, and/or web communications, preferably in nonprofit settings; familiarity with affordable housing, community development, and/or related nonprofit work preferred
- Experience working with the media
- Proficiency in social media platforms
- Excellent technical skills including competency in full Microsoft Office suite, InDesign/Photoshop or other photo editing software, and ability to quickly learn new applications
- Capacity to simultaneously work on multiple tasks and projects, and set priorities for a challenging workload
- A strong team player with great organization, initiative, attention to detail and timely follow-through as well as high standards for accuracy and efficiency
Communications Officer ‐ Web
We are looking for an enthusiastic digital communications expert who will implement LISC’s electronic communications efforts including but not limited to website, e‐marketing, and the digital
communications infrastructure at LISC. We are looking for a creative candidate who has a keen understand of, and can make sense of the ever‐changing digital landscape, and introduce new ideas for LISC communications.
Web properties
- Main responsibility is to maintain and find ways to constantly improve LISC's overall web presence (national website, program microsites, local office websites), and to support national
and local program staff in their digital communications efforts
- Work closely with in‐house Designer and Editorial Director to post original content, external news items, publications, and notable events to the national LISC website
- Coordinate with national Field Coordinator to provide technical support and be a source of digital communications best practices/strategies for local staff members (for ~25 local office
websites)
- Train all levels of end users on LISC’s web‐based content management system and administer multiple user groups and permissions within the main LISC CMS
- Provide analysis of web traffic and user behavior using Google Analytics and suggest improvements based on data
Server
- Interface with hosting company support team as needed to address server‐level requirements and changes
- Work with IT department to maintain security of web server, and assist with domain name transfers and redirects
- Experience with Linux/Ubuntu cloud server setup, a plus.
- Directly modify files of website content that reside outside of the content management system, via SFTP or SSH protocol
E‐marketing
- Draft, test, and deploy National LISC email campaigns (e.g., quarterly newsletter, announcements) using Campaign Monitor
- Maintain multiple national LISC subscriber lists
- Train and provide technical support for national and local LISC program staff using Campaign Monitor as sub‐clients under national LISC account
- Work with Field Coordinator to advise on email marketing best practices regarding content, subject lines, improving open rates, subscriber list management
- Work with in‐house designer to develop/build new email templates as needed
Qualifications:
- Experience working with a medium to large website's Content Management System (django‐cms
preferred)
- Experience working effectively in a team environment (with designers, editors, software developers) to complete web projects on time
- Website project management experience is a plus
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff members who have varying levels of technical knowledge
- Knowledge and interest about current trends in website design, content and functionality
- Fanatical attention to detail, some cross‐browser QA experience
- Good writing and documentation skills
- Experience with mobile apps is a plus
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Interest in the field of community development is a plus
Custom Content Writer
What The Role Entails
- Conceptualizing, building and executing native brand campaigns for advertisers. This includes going on ideas-calls with client, sales reps and/or account manager, as well as conducting interviews with said client.
- Acting as the primary creative contact for all branded content campaigns and working closely with sales, creative services, ad ops, and product development to create effective and engaging experiences. Also being able to seamlessly transition between Bisnow Media's multiple digital properties and accurately reflect the voice of each brand.
- Being passionate about the creative process and capable of handling the entire campaign, including initial ideation in brainstorms for RFPs, managing client revisions, and evaluating metrics to hone and advise on content strategy.
- Monitoring digital journalism, content marketing industry news and developments, incorporating those elements into our programs and keeping the team apprised.
- Growing Bisnow’s Branded Content department and expanding our clientele.
This Is The Place For You If You...
- Enjoy taking lots of meetings, names and in general, kicking ass. We work hard and we play hard. We're highly active and we hustle. If that's not you, that's OK. But save yourself the time of applying to this position
- Like challenging situations
- Are highly competitive and can prove it (sports, leadership roles, sales results)
- Work hard and have hustle. (We can tell if you do or don't)
Are entrepreneurial; and can prove it (lemonade stand in kindergarten, party business in college, grew your book of business etc.)
- Are charming and can sell ice. (Your interview will be with an Eskimo)
- Are not afraid to fail. You like to make mistakes. You like to learn from them and not repeat them
Please keep in mind that as a fast growing, cutting edge media company, we look for innovation in everything so we do. So if you're great at everything above but don't like to change things up, get in the weeds and think of new ideas or innovate with fresh concepts, this likely isn't the right fit for you. But if you dig that, call us. Because so do we.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Or know someone who has what it takes? Prove it.
Send your resume to careers@bisnow.com.
PUBLIC RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Conducts research, compiles information and drafts copy for inclusion into departmental public information materials (i.e., brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, presentations)
Coordinates the installation of art exhibits and live entertainment at both airports
Works with the Chicago Film Office to coordinate the filming of events
Serves as the Chicago Department of Aviation liaison with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
Develops designs and logos for publications
Coordinates the audio-visual, graphic arts and photographic support services used in the preparation of displays and exhibits
Participates and coordinates attendance of designated personnel at community and public information meetings
Prepares and updates calendar of departmental activities and special events
Assists in the planning and coordination of meetings, conferences, and special events
Monitors supply of program information publications and prepares orders to replenish existing stock
Utilizes blogs and social media platforms to communicate department programs, events and services
Attends community meetings to inform the public of programs and services, as required
And, other job related duties as required.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, English or a directly related field, plus one year of experience in the preparation and dissemination of public information; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Public Relations Coordinator
Responsibilities
Handle daily media inquiries and requests via phone and email in a timely fashion.
Assist with organization of press tours, trade shows, exhibitions, and other events.
Maintain and update Blizzard’s press contact database.
Organize and fulfill mailing requests.
Review media outlets for coverage and compile coverage for PR department.
Organize and maintain game-clip books, magazine library, video library, and a general media archive.
Take notes on weekly PR calls and distribute them to global PR teams.
Follow up on assignments with multiple parties to ensure projects are completed on time.
Organize and manage documents used by the entire PR department.
Manage inventory of product supply room.
Perform other duties and assist with special projects as assigned.
Some travel required!
Qualifications
A minimum of 1 year experience in public relations preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in PR, Marketing, Journalism, or equivalent experience preferred
Excellent organization skills and written and oral communication skills required
Willing to work long hours and weekends as required
Proficient with Photoshop, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PR measurement tools preferred
Passion for Blizzard games and knowledge of the gaming industry a big plus
Medical Editor
We are seeking a Medical Editor specifically interested in technical/scientific work to do the following:
- Source and review references for new accounts; provide summaries of references for use by copy writers
- Attend patient research calls and summarize findings to inform content creation for promotional materials
- Work with copy writers to ensure accuracy and sourceability of new content
- Annotate content for medical-legal review (MLR) submission
- Prepare references for MLR submission Track learnings from MLR to inform future content and style guide maintenance
- Learn label documents (Prescribing Information, Medication Guide, SSI/IRI) and serve as an advisor to Account teams and copy writers regarding their use
- Keep abreast of current FDA Guidances to Industry Proofread jobs when needed