Communications Director Position. We're looking for a creative thinker, excellent manager and brilliant strategist who can lead our growing communications team and help our organization achieve major impact on key challenges facing our nation. This position will report to the Vice President, External Affairs and will work closely with our issue experts, thought leaders and advocates.

Objectives and Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategic development of communications priorities and opportunities to best amplify our work and impact the public narrative;
• Bring sophisticated framing and messaging skills and tools to our core areas of work, including racial equity;
• Lead and manage Communications Department of five to seven staff, as well as manage and monitor the annual department budget and maintain ongoing evaluation and reporting on key benchmarks;
• Identify new strategies and innovative products for injecting our ideas in the public debate to help sustain and grow a progressive narrative;
• Elevate Demos' influence online and bring an inspiring and fresh perspective to digital and social media across all channels;
• Oversee the redesign of the Demos.org website;
• Expand Demos’ television and radio presence by cultivating relationships with key producers at cable and network news;
• Work with the Development Department on branding language and strategies, and on key organizational promotional materials, such as the annual report, brochure and website;
• Work with organizational allies to strategically align our goals and create an echo chamber for key messages and ideas;
• Serve as part of organization’s Senior Leadership Council charged with aligning our work for maximum impact.
Requirements:
• Dynamic leader. You know how to build a team, manage tough situations, encourage innovation, and work within an organization to set a vision and execute it effectively. You know how to achieve your goals without stepping on other people and are particularly skilled at nurturing talent and supervising staff. Approachability and a sense of humor are a plus.
• Excellent strategic thinker. You follow the daily news cycle and can lead the strategic development of our communications work for maximum impact. You can navigate the terrain of being a non-partisan and credible think-tank while advancing strong progressive values and policies.
• A Demonstrated Commitment to Racial Equity: You have a sophisticated understanding of how race dynamics impact supervisory relationships, organizational culture, partnerships, campaigns and coalition work, and can demonstrate a history of successfully intervening in problematic dynamics and deepening a racial justice approach within an organization or campaign.
• Deep knowledge of framing and messaging research. You are familiar with the leading research in the field drawing on cognitive and social science and have a real understanding about how people process and perceive information as a result.
• Exceptional detail-oriented project management. You can delegate effectively, manage multiple priorities, organize a large volume of work and keep it flowing through the pipeline. You come to the table with ideas and a plan, and can make it happen with support and good direction.
• Solid experience in the field. You’ve worked in communications for at least 7 years, either at a think-tank, advocacy organization or political campaign and are very familiar with the progressive field.

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. We have a generous benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 20 vacation days per year, and the opportunity to contribute to a 403b plan.

The NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) seeks an experienced, dynamic and innovative Digital Communications Specialist to help drive and support the Communications department activities internally and externally.
LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute at LDF:
In 2015, LDF celebrates its 75th anniversary with the launch of the Thurgood Marshall Institute. The Thurgood Marshall Institute at LDF is a collaborative hub within LDF that combines a multidisciplinary approach to advocacy with LDF’s traditional litigation strengths to advance a modern vision of racial justice. The Institute’s goal is to advance racial equity, justice and a more inclusive democracy through research and public education, targeted policy reform, advocacy and communication campaigns.
Through the Thurgood Marshall Institute, LDF will have the ability to generate and integrate innovative research, organizing, advocacy, and communications aimed at educating the public and key decision makers. This added capacity will leverage LDF’s litigation expertise, advocacy experience and unique leadership role on matters of race, law, and policy to shape the narrative on racial justice and equity. Through targeted policy reform campaigns that attack entrenched problems of racial bias, the LDF Thurgood Marshall Institute will partner with local advocates to advance holistic strategies to achieve obtainable and lasting solutions on issues of criminal justice, political participation, education and economic opportunity.
LDF seeks an experienced, dynamic and innovative person to serve as a Digital Communications Specialist and be responsible for all LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute’s social and digital media across all cases, matters, campaigns, departments, and events.
The Digital Communications Specialist will report to the Communications Director and to the Director of the Thurgood Marshall Institute.
The ideal candidate for this position will have a deep commitment to social and economic justice work, superior writing skills, and demonstrated experience with social media.

Responsibilities include:
Social Media
• Manage all social and digital media for LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute;
• Plan, manage and execute LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute’s social media strategy and events;
• Create, manage and grow LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute’s presence and content creatively across all social media channels on a day-to-day basis, including, but not limited to blogs, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube;
• Grow usage, adoption, interaction, education, engagement and discussion regarding LDF and Thurgood Marshall Institute’s work and accomplishments and on related matters;
• Participate in social media buzz campaigns within LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute’s network;
• Track, report and interpret data analytics on a quarterly basis and provide solid recommendations for new strategies and tactics;
• Monitor online publications and social media for coverage of issues affecting LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute;
• Develop and manage messaging to key stakeholders and distribute key messages through platforms such as Twitter and Facebook;
• Monitor developments in social tools, applications, channels, design and strategy and provide recommendations to increase effective engagement;
• Assist with media relations, including drafting press releases, columns, and op-eds; and
• Other communications duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• 4-year degree in either communications, political science, or pre-law or policy related field (required);
• Masters’ degree in communications, public policy or related field (preferred);
• 2 to 4 years of communications or related work experience, preferably with a non-profit organization or entity or writing experience in journalism;
• Social media management; analytics experience; and ability to effectively interpret and use analytics for effective engagement;
• Experience with social media and social media legal guidelines, knowledgeable about the latest platforms with a vision for how to maximize LDF and the Thurgood Marshall Institute’s social media presence;
• Knowledge and familiarity with a range of social and economic justice issues and comfort level promoting its ideals;
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively;
• Ability to translate legal issues and concepts for public consumption;
• Familiarity with communications software;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups that help to drive the LDF and Thurgood Marshall Institute mission;
• Some experience with campaigns, e-mail communications, social networking, technology management, list building, content development, media relations, event planning;
• Familiarity with media databases such as Vocus, Cision, Meltwater, etc.;
• Intermediate level proficiency with HTML, CMS, e-mail best practices;
• Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office applications;
• Extremely detailed and organized;
• Ability to work quickly in a high pressure environment;
• Team player, innovative and quick learner; and
• Flexible schedule, including ability to work some evenings and weekends, if needed.

The NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) is seeking to hire a Director of Communications/Media Strategist. The Director will report to the President and Director-Counsel and the Associate Director-Counsel. S/he will have the opportunity to build the Department and to develop a comprehensive communication plan for the organization. S/he will have primary responsibility for creating and managing a department responsible for developing strategies to support the public education mission of the LDF and for ensuring that LDF’s legal work is promoted in print, radio, television, electronic and social media.

The Director must work in collaboration with LDF staff attorneys and the President and Director-Counsel to develop effective communication strategies for LDF initiatives and litigation. S/he will be expected to become familiar with the goals, priorities, interests and activities of the LDF legal program in order to maximize the communications capacity of the organization and its work.

Responsibilities

▪ Design and direct comprehensive institutional communications plans and programs, taking into account the organization’s image, message and positioning, mission, goals, priorities and accomplishments.

▪ Direct specific activities to support communications strategies, including publications, website, video production, advertising, and public/media relations.

▪ Assure quality and appropriateness of marketing/communications activities and materials.

▪ Create and execute a plan for enhanced new media presence for LDF, including higher social networking profile, enhancement of website platform, development of video and audio tools for public distribution and increased blog presence

▪ Provide strategic communications counsel to organization’s management, legal and development staff.

▪ Establish and implement short and long range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures, monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, effect changes required for improvement.

▪ Coordinate evaluations and assessments of external communications activities in order to determine the effectiveness of the organization’s marketing and communications plans and strategies.

▪ Evaluate current Communication department staffing needs; identify, cultivate and recruit new members of the communications team, as appropriate.
▪ Develop and manage annual budgets for the department.

▪ Maintain a departmental atmosphere of excellence, cooperation and collegiality in coordination with existing department professionals; recruit and supervise additional staff as required.

▪ Serve as part of organizational management team, participating in the development and establishment of organizational planning and policy making procedures.
▪ Occasional travel for special events.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:

▪ Ability to develop, direct, manage and evaluate strategic communications plans and programs.

▪ Effective, team-oriented leader and manager of people; demonstrated ability to develop and motivate staff.
▪ Ability to supervise departmental staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to work closely with other departmental heads in implementing shared goals, as well as with external vendors and consultants.

▪ Familiarity and affinity with the history, goals and mission of LDF and the struggle for social justice.

▪ Excellent editorial capabilities, including clear, concise and creative writing skills and ability to line edit with a critical eye for detail.

▪ Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions. Skill in examining operations and procedures and then developing and implementing new strategies.

▪ Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

▪ Bachelor’s degree in related field. Advanced degree a plus.

The Production Assistant will assist the media department in all aspects of production and post, including research, transcription, field and studio shoots and maintaining production books. He/she will report to the Senior Manager of Production.

Responsibilities:

Research media/resources/information for producers and editors
Assist on shoots, in studio & on location
Create and maintain media logs for all programs
Transcribe production footage
Obtain usage rights for media from outside sources
Create and maintain production books
Assist members of the department as needed

Qualifications and Special Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (Video Production, Communications, etc.)
Strong research and organizational skills
Studio and field production experience and/or Live event experience
Able to function well in a fast paced, sometimes stressful environment
Experience with editing and production equipment a plus
Background and/or interest in science a plus

Planning and executing the Content and Social Strategy jointly with the Marketing Director

Creating ongoing content for website, blog posts, email campaigns, press releases, ad campaigns, and other marketing related material to support the goals of brand awareness, increase reach, and lead generation.

Preparing social media reports that will provide insights and direction to spark new programs and social media content development.

Creating strategic alliances with online blogs and key media influencers in fashion, home, decor, and design, to enhance our content distribution strategy.

Execute communication strategies and conduct press outreach to position Solo Rugs as destination for handmade one-of-a-kind rugs

Secure editorial features and news items, develop story angles, and write press releases

Secure additional top-tier media opportunities, including speaking engagements, sponsorship opportunities, etc.

Monitor and oversee all requests and enquiries from journalists

Ensure all aspects of the brand are publicized in the correct environment on a constant basis

Maximizing brand positioning by meeting regularly with key editors while constantly gaining new contacts to promote the brand

Oversee mail outs, press release distributions and publication targets

Write press releases, tip sheets and manage event publicity
Manage gifting and blogger outreach

Keep abreast of all new opportunities and forms of promotion
Track results and effectiveness on all levels

Comprehensive plan for identifying, and targeting Influencers, Tastemakers, and VIP ambassadors.

Required Minimum Experience
Bachelor's Degree
Pre-existing media relationships in the industry, including art and design id s plus
Successful track record managing accounts
Exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to function in a high-speed, high-energy environment

Research assistant. $40/hr, 10-12 hours a week.

I’m a former Harper’s editor and freelance writer (Harper’s, Bookforum, VICE, etc.). On the side, I do hired-gun research for a banker. It’s a (somewhat) fun job that pays the bills while I work on my own stuff. But it’s gotten a little hectic and I need help. The money is good because it comes from finance, and the projects are usually pretty interesting. You’d work one-on-one with me but without set hours. You’d learn investigative research skills and possibly set yourself up for a lucrative sideline in NYC, especially if you want to freelance write. Fact-checking or investigative research experience important. Languages useful. Some knowledge of finance useful, but I can help you w/ that. Most important thing is that you’re wily and smart and self-directed.

Position Overview:
Perform all basic functions of the Records Management Department, including inventory and index of records (both physical and electronic), quality control of data entry and document conversion. Serve on Records Management Help Desk (duties include responding to user requests for records by conducting searches in Records Management Application, and deliver and pick up requested records). Plan and support electronic records management strategies, processes, and systems for the Economic Development Corporation's information assets (including born-digital records in multiple formats and records converted from analogue media; long-term preservation strategies; and capture of metadata). Provide consulting services and technical assistance to program staff and other EDC departments. Conduct training sessions for users on basic records management, on the use of the department's Records Management Application, and on the management of electronic records generally (e.g., network drives). Works under limited supervision, with wide latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities:
*Perform all basic functions of the Records Management Department, including inventory and index records (both physical and electronic), and serve on Records Management Help Desk (duties include responding to user requests for records by conducting searches in Records Management Application, and deliver and pick up requested records).
*Research, analyze and recommend strategies and actions necessary to plan, develop and implement a records management program for the electronic records generated by EDC departments.
*Assist in planning, coordinating, and scheduling future needs of the Company's electronic records management system and repositories; including close work with IT counterparts. Participate in the integration of structured and unstructured information with corporate electronic records management applications.
*Design business processes and workflows for the creation, classification, access, maintenance, and compliant destruction of electronic information; including the definition of data rules and relationships.
*Develop methods of quality control and migration strategies to ensure integrity of records and related metadata.
*Develop and deliver training in the use of electronic records management systems.
*Assist with the development of program procedures, standards and manuals in accordance with program objectives and goals.
*Document policies, processes, and procedures dealing with electronic records.
*Advise and consult with users on the development of departmental interfaces and management of network drives.
*Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
*Conduct special projects as assigned by the Vice-President and Supervisor.
Qualifications:
*Master's Degree in Library Science or equivalent
*Two years professional experience managing electronic records or digital content, archives records management.
*Work experience conducting basic reference searches; serving on help/reference desk; and capturing metadata.
*Solid understanding of Records Management concepts and principles (including but not limited to: classification, life cycle management, conversions, migration, etc.).
*Ability to work independently and manage tasks and time lines.
*Ability to analyze data, to formulate conclusions, and to write well organized and grammatically correct reports/correspondence.
*Ability to communicate with a variety of individuals and personalities at all levels internally and externally, and to effectively explain records management and information technology.
*Ability to lift boxes of records weighing up to 35lbs.
*New York City residence is required within 180 days
Preferred Qualifications
*Five (5) years' experience in managing electronic records or archives
*Proficiency with information processing systems; software applications; supporting the processing & distribution of data

DESCRIPTION:
As part of our Marketing team, the Content & Social Strategist is responsible for producing content for our blog and promoting it in the different social media platforms, in order to actively engage relevant stakeholders within their respective social media and content channels.
The role requires the ability to create content on a daily basis and manage Prodigy Network’s community. This position is based out of New York City, NY.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and executing the Content and Social Strategy jointly with the Marketing Director
Participating in the weekly editorial and marketing meetings
Be familiar with our competitors and stay ahead of market trends in order to identify new trends developing within the social media space and developing unique and new concepts to increase our brand/company awareness.
Creating ongoing content for website, blog posts, email campaigns, press releases, ad campaigns, and other marketing related material to support the goals of brand awareness, increase reach, and lead generation.
Ensuring that all messages and content that are being developed are relevant to Prodigy Network’s target audience while meeting the brand objectives.
Monitoring and optimizing executions to increase overall brand engagement and reach.
Preparing social media reports that will provide insights and direction to spark new programs and social media content development.
Managing relationship with Prodigy Network’s PR agency and working closely together with them in the planning of speaking opportunities, scheduling of interviews and creation of content, such as press releases.
Creating strategic alliances with online blogs and key media influencers in business, real estate, finance, and crowdfunding, with support from the PR agency, in order to enhance our content distribution strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum experience of 3 years in a position related to editor, communications, or content marketing.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Deep understanding of latest social media technologies, platforms - including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, Google+, LinkedIn and WordPress, services and analytics tools.
Great time management and organizational skills.
Experience with search engine optimization (SEO), branding and execution of content marketing initiatives is a plus.
Knowledge of the Financial and Real Estate Industries and their terminology is a plus.

• Manage Social Media marketing campaigns and day-to-day activities including:
♣ Curate relevant content to reach BGF and BGLC’s ideal audience.
♣ Create, curate, and manage all published content (images, video and written).
♣ Monitor, listen and respond to users in a “Social” way while cultivating leads and sales.
♣ Conduct online advocacy and open stream for cross-promotions.
♣ Develop and expand community and/or blogger outreach efforts.
♣ Oversee design (ie: Facebook Timeline cover, profile pic, thumbnails, ads, landing pages, Twitter profile, and blog).
♣ Design, create and manage promotions and Social ad campaigns.
♣ Compile report for management showing results (ROI).
♣ Become an advocate for the Company in Social Media spaces, engaging in dialogues and answering questions where appropriate.
♣ Demonstrate ability to map out marketing strategy and then drive that strategy proven by testing and metrics.
♣ Monitor trends in Social Media tools, applications, channels, design and strategy.
♣ Identify threats and opportunities in user generated content surrounding the business. Report notable threats to appropriate management.
♣ Analyze campaigns and translate anecdotal or qualitative data into recommendations and plans for revising the Social Media campaigns.
♣ Monitor effective benchmarks (best practices) for measuring the impact of Social Media campaigns. Analyze, review, and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize results.
♣ Be on-site at facility at least 2x/week.

Qualifications & Experience
• Possesses knowledge and experience in the tenets of traditional marketing. Marketing degree is welcomed but not required with relevant work experience.
• Demonstrates creativity and documented immersion in Social Media. (Give links to profiles as examples).
• Proficient in content marketing theory and application. Experience sourcing and managing content development and publishing.
• Exhibits the ability to jump from the creative side of marketing to analytical side, able to demonstrate why their ideas are analytically sound.
• Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of Social Media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Google+Local, YouTube, Instagram, MailChimp, etc.) and how each platform can be deployed in different scenarios.
• Maintains excellent writing and language skills.
• Enjoys a working knowledge of the blogging ecosystem relevant to the Company’s field.
• Displays ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and video format.
• Exceeds at building and maintaining sales relationships, online and off.
• Is a Team player with the confidence to take the lead and guide other employees when necessary. (ie: content development, creation and editing of content, and online reputation management).
• Makes evident good technical understanding and can pick up new tools quickly.
• Maintains a working knowledge of principles of SEO including keyword research. Highly knowledgeable in the principles of “Search and Social”.
• Possesses functional knowledge and/or personal experience with WordPress.
• Possesses basic photography skills with an eye for design and esthetic.

We are looking for half day recording (just 3-5 hours in total) at Times Square and two more locations in NYC, to be confirmed. We need someone to report what is going on in that place and to follow some script. Very easy. Native English is a must. Spanish will be considered.