ClearPath is seeking an exceptional storyteller and communicator for our editorial director. This position requires finding and telling the rare stories that catch the public imagination about the possibilities of clean energy and the risks of climate change, all through the complex dynamics of a fast moving news cycle and content publishing engine. Given that there is no shortage of content and new analysis produced every day on climate change, ClearPath is primarily a content curation organization – we find the great stories, put our distinctive spin on them for our audience, and use them as hooks to link our readers back into the corpus of content we’ve created. We believe we have already compiled the most comprehensive argument on the need for strong American action on clean energy to address climate change.

The editorial director must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment that is goal-oriented and emphasizes accountability for delivering results. While the job description below would be your primary set of responsibilities, we are moving very quickly in a start-up type environment where we’ll occasionally need to take an “all hands on deck” approach to responding and pivoting in changing circumstances.

Job Competencies
“Right brain” orientation: Ability to sift through piles of data and analysis and find the new angle, analysis, story, or visualization that will bring an idea to life in a brand new way compelling for our audience
Flexibility in Voice: Can write for mass consumer audiences and translate complex topics into succinct, clear and compelling editorial—think Malcolm Gladwell. Must also be able to speak to the “professional/scientific” climate change audience to build brand credibility among partners, media and policy makers.
Communication: Optimistic, engaging and persuasive. Able to take a position and support a thesis.
High standards: Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of excellence.
Efficiency: Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort. Can work on tight deadlines.
Aggressiveness: Moves quickly and can take a forceful yet tactful stand when needed.
Curiosity: Looks at problems from all angles and asks very insightful questions.
Intelligence: Learns quickly. Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand new information.
Attention to Detail: Passion for excellence. Does not let important details slip through the cracks.
Ability to source/hire A players: Sources, selects, and sells A players to join us at ClearPath.
Teamwork: Reaches out to others. Effectively collaborates. Creates positive, results-oriented relationships.
Openness to criticism and ideas: Often solicits feedback. Open to criticism and negative feedback.

Cultural Competencies
Passion: Consistently strives to make the organization better by making others better. Goes above and beyond to maximize impact.
Integrity: Trustworthy in all respects. Always tells the truth and is quick to admit mistakes.
Service: Learns from others in the trenches. Acts selflessly.
Depth: Willing to dig deep to challenge the status quo and discover hidden opportunities.
Transparency: Share our findings and process in a way that informs and inspires.

Specific Functions
o Build and manage the ClearPath writing team: ClearPath is building a strong group of extremely talented writers and story-tellers who are excellent at speaking with our target audience, American moderates and conservatives.
o Design the appropriate writing organization structure, likely to include a mix of full-time and freelance resources
o Attract and hire/contract with extraordinary talent to build out this structure – potentially to include innovative sourcing techniques like crowdsourcing and prizes
o Manage the writing team, including developing talent, designing compensation and incentive structures for high performance
o Owner for the voice of ClearPath.org: ClearPath maintains a web destination, ClearPath.org, that aims to be the comprehensive argument for strong American leadership on clean energy to address climate change. It includes content on clean energy opportunities and the consensus, science, and risks of climate change, along with assets backed by extensive quantitative models including personal energy use calculators and projections on net job impacts from clean energy
o Develop the ClearPath.org voice – leveraging our growing body of audience insights, with heavy consultation from our Chief Product Officer
o Ensure all existing and new ClearPath content is standardized into that voice
o Ensures smooth delivery of ClearPath’s new content production engine: ClearPath will continuously update the content in its master argument as new developments arise and/or new appropriate data and analysis are released. ClearPath will also continuously produce new content related to our argument, to both advance the movement (e.g., responding assertively to misinformation) and drive traffic to our platform.
o In consultation with our Chief Product Officer and Chief Content Officer, and assisted by our Operations Manager, build out a content production calendar with planned and anticipated content, and steadily execute on that content through the year
o Lead the ClearPath rapid response function, with the aim of becoming the go-to web destination for simple, non-ideological corrections for misinformation about climate change and clean energy

Qualifications
• Experience:
o Professional editorial experience involving deep analysis and creative storytelling on sustainability topics in a high learning, fast paced environment – news desk, successful advocacy organization, high impact blogging
o Minimum of 5+ years of work experience including both own writing activities and managing editorial process
• Outcomes
o Demonstrable work product with clear, compelling written materials
o Track record in building high quality writing team
o Ideally, demonstrable experience in building digital content for high-traffic acquisition targets
• Passion for seizing clean energy opportunities and reducing the risks of climate change

Compensation & Benefits
• Top of market salary with cost of living adjustment, top of market bonus commensurate with performance
• Health, dental, disability insurance and 401(k)
• Company match up to 7 to 1 of employee’s charitable donations (matching ratio depends on alignment to ClearPath focus areas)
• Beautiful new office with a fully stocked kitchen

The Syndication Editor/Producer will be instrumental in the growth of Money.com —a fast-growing personal finance web site that launched last June— by helping to manage and produce content from partner content websites. He or she will also manage relationships with these partners, both getting them to deliver content appropriate to Money’s target audience and making them aware of Money.com original content that these partners might want to publish on their sites. The Syndication Editor/Producer will also be expected to identify and onboard additional partners and individual contributors, and to adapt and post magazine content online.

You will:

Manage relationships with content partners such that they deliver high-quality, high-integrity copy that aligns with Money’s mission and that serves audience needs so as to drive traffic
Collaborate with these partners on their editorial needs, so as to provide them with Money.com content to promote that serves their audiences
Leverage various analytics tools to determine what content from partner sites Money.com readers will most enjoy and share
Quickly build posts in our CMS, writing compelling headlines that maximize sharability and tagging and keywording to optimize for search
Work with editors and writers to identify new partners and new forms of partnerships, and execute content agreements with these partners

You are:

A digital brain: You come with 2-3 years of experience in an online newsroom, where peers and leaders looked to you for creative ideas for traffic-driving and audience-engaging content.
A relationship builder: You like working collaboratively, and you communicate easily and effectively with all types of people. You’re a journalist, but also a marketer—you’re the kind of person who can convince others of the value of a product that you believe in.
A big picture thinker: A balance of creativity and strategy guide your decision-making. You are an organized multitasker with an eye for detail who runs to, not from, a fast-paced, changing environment.

RPSG is currently conducting an evaluation of the Middle School Quality Initiative (MSQI). The initiative is guided by a vision for literacy reform described in the Carnegie Reading Next Report and put into practice by a team of committed and experienced literacy leaders in New York City.

More details can be found on the MSQI website.
https://sites.google.com/site/schools-nyc-gov-msqi-teams-edition-backup/home/aboutMSQI

RPSG is seeking an evaluation report writer to develop the annual MSQI program evaluation report. The report writer will develop the report from March-June, 2015.

Responsibilities
• Serve as the primary author of the MSQI evaluation report
• Submit fully developed report sections on a scheduled timeline to be determined
• Produce a formal qualitative data analysis plan at the start
• Serve as the primary analyst for all qualitative data
• Work closely with a quantitative analyst to ensure that report narrative and data visualization are aligned

Qualifications/Special Skills
• Proven record of authoring evaluation reports and/or published papers
• Experience in the field of education, specifically middle school literacy preferred
• Qualitative research experience
• Experience with qualitative data analysis software
• Self-directed and able to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Graduate degree with a concentration in social science or education research

The editorial team at ALOHA is looking for a highly-motivated assistant to contribute to the ALOHA Way online magazine and recipe center. The ALOHA Way magazine promotes and fosters the healthy lifestyle movement beyond the ALOHA products. Publishing over 15 articles and recipes a week, the magazine is a dynamic, creative, and fast-paced environment where independent, self-starters will thrive and be able to make a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities:

Editing, proofreading (spelling/ grammar) and fact checking articles, recipes and/or press releases for all of ALOHA’s written materials both on and offline
Manage special editorial/magazine projects as needed
Work together with the copywriter, editorial team, merchandising team on an as-needed basis
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required, Journalism, English, and science degrees preferred.
Experience working in digital media, including social media and content management systems
Experience with research projects
Possess a strong, independent work ethic
Proficient, and comfortable working with Photoshop and a DSLR camera
Passion for healthy living and nutrition

The Associate Financial Content Manager assists the Senior Financial Content Manager in managing multi-channel content programs for financial services clients, particularly the Bank of America Merrill Lynch suite of projects. This includes creating plans and content across print, digital, video and mobile; assisting on financial services new business efforts; staying current with financial services content trends across the banking and investment industries; maintaining a network of writers with strong subject matter expertise in all specific financial services categories.

Desired Skills and Experience
At least three to five years reporting, writing and editing in the financial services category. Must have 3 years of experience writing content for emerging channels with a strong emphasis on digital. Past experience managing one or more direct reports is preferred but not required.

Must be well versed in financial services topics: financial wellness, financial intelligence, personal finance, retirement planning, investing and banking
Strong consumer writing and editing skills are required.
Strong visual skills are required.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Bridgewater manages approximately $160 billion, and institutional asset management is our only focus as a company. We only have approximately 300 clients, including the largest public pension funds, corporate pension funds, jointly-trusteed funds, university endowments, charitable foundations, and sovereign wealth funds globally. Partnering with our clients in a strategic way (being as impactful as possible in sharing both our active views of the global financial markets and our views on portfolio management issues more broadly) is a core competency.

This combination (having a small number of relationships with the largest and most sophisticated investors in the world, and for which Bridgewater is an important manager both in terms of our impact on the portfolio and on strategic issues more broadly) is very unique in the industry. And as you might imagine, given our average client size (approximately $500 million invested with Bridgewater), our clients’ initial and on-going due diligence efforts are extremely important – they have to be able to understand all aspects of Bridgewater, and be left with confidence that we are best-in-class.

As well, Bridgewater competes for the biggest mandates in the most competitive markets in the business, where the RFP is a critical part of that process.

Team Summary:

In order to win new business and maintain excellent relationships with our existing clients, Bridgewater responds to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), ad-hoc questions, and strategic communications about how we run our business – both verbally and in written form. Bridgewater is routinely recognized as being best in class in our communications in these areas, and as we look ahead to the next several years, we are making an investment in building out our team to set new standards in this area.

Our Knowledge Management (KM) Team responsible for understanding the fundamental aspects of our business and operations and providing clients and prospects with transparency into how and we maintain a rock-solid institution. As well, this team will increasingly become responsible for in-person due diligence visits and shaping the way investors stay informed on these matters. Finally, this group serves as the “hub” for creating our messaging around all the things happening at Bridgewater and informing/training our client facing staff (in conjunction with the department head).

To achieve this goal, there are various roles on the KM team (project management focused roles, roles focused on the maintenance of our standard responses, etc.).

Position Summary
The final role we are currently hiring for is an “Editor” that would primarily be responsible for:

1) Looking across all content to “craft” (and evolve) the voice of Bridgewater.
2) Partnering with Client/Sales teams, subject matter experts (including research professionals), and the Client Service/Marketing Department Head to craft our responses to the most important content areas, DDQs, and RFPs.
3) Oversee Knowledge Management Associates in an “editor” role on the balance of our written due diligence.

Position Requirements:
Fundamental abilities
Ability to quickly understand and deconstruct complex concepts
Ability to synthesize complex concepts, both verbally and written, in a clear, commonsense and concise manner
Creative, out of the box thinking that helps transform RFPs and DDQs into world class communications
Ability and inclination to “take the bull by the horns” to a) improve the way we organize and communicate content, and b) learn a breadth of content about how Bridgewater operates
Ability to have open, direct conversations about what you’re like, what’s working and what isn’t
Strong work ethic and attention to details
Innate curiosity, humility, confidence
Desired Skills and Experience

Desired Experience:
3-5 years writing or editing investment content in a client service organization OR
3-5 years writing or editing investment related content for a financial publication, or similar medium OR
3-5 years writing or editing at a large publishing company

Required Skills:
Strong writing skills – preferably graduate level text analysis, reading comprehension and composition experience
Strong interpersonal skills
In addition, to succeed within our culture and work environment, individuals must demonstrate humility, innate curiosity, and openness to new ideas and approaches. Candidates must be driven, confident, and goal-oriented. All Bridgewater employees are expected to be honest, exceptionally direct, and eager to provide and receive feedback.

Bridgewater Associates, LP is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment at Bridgewater is subject to an extensive background check.

The associate director of communications for media relations is responsible for identifying and writing strategically important stories for Colby’s website, print publications, and the media. As the communications liaison to academic departments and programs, s/he will work closely with key entities throughout campus, including but not limited to the Colby College Museum of Art, the Goldfarb Center for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement, the Center for the Arts and Humanities, the Office of the Provost and Dean of Faculty, and all academic areas to ensure that Colby is effectively telling its story to external audiences. S/he will use traditional approaches (e.g., strategic communications plans, targeted media pitches) as well as innovative ones (e.g., various social media platforms) to get Colby stories and faculty in the spotlight. This person is also responsible for managing incoming media requests, serving as College spokesperson when appropriate, and other projects as needed.

The successful candidate will show an extraordinary degree of self-motivation, a natural tendency toward collaboration, a high level of respect for the kind of learning that happens at liberal arts institutions, and an honest commitment to contributing to make Colby one of the leading colleges in the world.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•    Create and implement a proactive media relations strategy 

•    Discover, report, and write stories that convey critical elements of Colby’s academic program

•    Identify and pitch key stories to statewide, regional, and national media outlets

•    Manage College news; write announcements

•    Develop and maintain Colby’s expert database

•    Act as liaison between the media and the faculty and Colby community

•    Manage and expand hometown news program

•    Develop relationships with key education reporters

•    Facilitate journalist and special guest visits 
•    Write editorials

•    Collaborate with faculty on writing/editing and placing op-eds

•    Manage internal media database and coverage reports

•    Oversee Colby in the News web presence

•    Identify areas of opportunity and manage media training 

•    Collaborate with project-specific consultants as needed

•    Plan and attend press events

•    Attend College lectures and special events

•    Consistently read major education publications

•    Supervise student editorial assistants

•    Oversee other projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Five or more years of professional journalism or media relations experience; journalism education and higher education experience preferred

•    Superior written and oral communication skills

•    Understanding of media relations and placement of stories in media outlets

•    Sensitivity to public relations impact of College communications and other College activities

•    Ability to present ideas clearly and collaborate with colleagues and constituents

•    Outstanding editing skills

•    Excellent command of language and grammar; ability to adhere to Colby style guidelines

•    Attention to detail and high level of organization

•    Ability to thrive under deadlines 

•    Instinct for identifying undiscovered areas for growth and developing creative solutions

•    Deep understanding of and affinity for college environment and Colby’s mission and goals

•    Desire to make substantial contributions in a high-functioning, fast-paced environment

•    Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred

•    Strong interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to establish and develop productive and collegial relationships, collaborate and communicate with various constituencies (e.g., staff, faculty, students, managers, and visitors)

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

This position has significant interactions with employees and external media, including faculty, senior staff, deans, directors, supervisors, other members of the campus community and outside constituencies.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/ENVIRONMENT:

Position involves sitting and frequent computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion. Ability to move around campus is crucial.

We are looking for writer/organizer/social media guru to be a part of maintaining and growing our social media platforms and engaging people of all ages who are dealing with illness. Responsibilities include researching and writing copy for our online platforms, including social media, our blog, e-newsletter and a new crowdfunding site we are a part of; collaborating on marketing and engagement strategy; identifying and building relationships with key influencers and community and media partners; and assisting with tracking the impact of our content. Youʼll help us reach and find new partners, and creatively grow our audience online.

Assistant Press Secretary, United Federation of Teachers
The United Federation of Teachers, which represents more than 100,000 educators in New York City public schools, is seeking an Assistant Press Secretary; ideal candidate would have three to five years journalism or advocacy experience and be familiar with both traditional and social media; must be comfortable working with highly politicized issues; knowledge of education and/or New York City government and politics a strong plus.

Salary commensurate with experience; excellent benefits package.

UFT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

In 2006, the Bus Rapid Transit Guide 3rd edition was released. It is the pre-eminent how-to guide on planning and designing bus rapid transit systems. The 3rd edition has 20 chapters and over 800 pages. In an effort to release a new edition of the BRT Guide, we have expanded the chapters to 33 in total. These are organized into 7 volumes. Of those, two chapters still need to be written, ten chapters are in editing, and 21 chapters are ready for production. The Communications Volume comprised of 3 chapters is at graphic design.

In order to finish the guide this year, ITDP is looking for a Freelance Production Editor for 10 – 15 hours for the first six months and then 5 – 10 for the second six months, ending by December 31, 2015 at the latest. The Freelance Production Editor should have the ability to work from our New York City headquarters near Union Square at least one or two days a week.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the graphic designer in Germany and proofreader in the US on finalizing production
--Ensure files are uploaded to public site for graphic designer (GD) and communicate with GD about the volume and files to use
--Do first review of layout noticing anything glaring about the layout and sending back to GD to fix
--Receive second pass from GD and sending it to proofreader
--Input changes from proofreader into InDesign file or sending changes to GD to input directly
--Ensure changes are made and give final approval of laid out volume
--Ensure ITDP has final InDesign files and both print and online versions of files
• Coordinate the final editing and peer review of chapters in the editing process and prepare chapters for production
--Coordinate with authors on deadlines and following up with them to ensure delivery
--Working with the Chief Program Officer, conduct final copy edit of chapter and answer any substantive questions to finalize content
--Working with intern, ensure chapter follows style guide, photos are of high resolution, photos have captions and are numbered correctly
--Move final document to Completed docs for production
• Work with the author on finishing the final two chapters
--Coordinate with authors on deadlines and following up with them to ensure delivery
--Coordinate with Chief Program Officer on final copy edit of chapter and answer any substantive questions to finalize
--Ensure chapter follows style guide, photos are of high resolution, photos have captions and are numbered correctly
--Move final document to Completed docs for production

It is estimated the time needed per week would be 10 – 15 hours for the first six months and then 5 – 10 for the second six months, ending by December 31, 2015 at the latest.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Experience in production or editorial a plus
• Attention to detail
• Copyediting and proofreading experience
• Adobe InDesign
• Knowledgeable about the Chicago Style Guide
• Self directed, patience
• Ability to work from our Union Square office at least one or two days a week