Writer / Media Coordinator

ComiteMD – New York, NY

We are looking for an enthusiastic Writer for a unique medical practice. The practice focuses on preventative and age management medicine. The physician’s cutting edge approach to medicine provides each patient with an exclusive medical program tailored to their needs. We believe in an interdisciplinary team and will want the candidate to be involved in, and understand, the greater function of each aspect of our office. The selected candidate must be able to multi-task in a demanding environment, and have a high-level of organizational skills, and has a strong ability to communicate and relate well with patients.

An academic or professional background in science – medicine, biology, public health, for example – is a plus. Applicants should be willing and eager to learn about all the areas of focus at ComiteMD, including but not limited to: blood work, exercise, nutrition, sleep, sexual function, supplements, medications and genetics. This job will give you a crash course in the medicine of the future and how it is being practiced today at ComiteMD. A strong candidate should be able to translate health concepts for a general audience, and have impeccable communication skills to represent the practice with the press, public relations, other doctors, and patients with ease.

Location: Upper East Side, New York, NY

Responsibilities:
• Writing and editing content, as well as crafting messages for press releases, blog posts, web content, and other marketing and PR materials
• Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Internet, Email, Google Business Applications

Position comes with a competitive benefits package.

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY

Investigative Research

We are an investment firm based out of the Midwest focused on investing in emerging and frontier markets and the US pro-profit education industry. We have an extensive research process that focuses on carefully interviewing industry participants (suppliers, employees, senior managers, former employees, customers, competitors, lenders, outside consultants) to gain a complete understanding of the organizational structure, management competency and integrity, capital allocation process and execution capability.

We have a strong sense of social justice and will not invest in businesses that utilizes deceptive practices or suspicion of bribing foreign officials. We have a deep and abiding interest in promoting transparency and reducing public corruption. We have seen and experienced firsthand how corruption impedes economic growth, diverts public resources, undermines democratic values, weakens the rule of law and at times can facilitate criminal activity. We have come to suspect extensive bribery in certain industries and countries in emerging markets that we would like to investigate further.

We have also come to believe that there is a tremendous amount of waste, inefficiency, incompetence, fraud and possible public corruption at State funded Universities and Colleges in states such as (CA, IL, FL, OH, PA, MA, NJ, & NY). Public corruption ranks very high priority of the FBI, however, there have been very few civil actions brought by the Department of Justice and even fewer criminal suits with regards with regarding to fraud and violations of the Federal False Claims Act by State Universities and Colleges.

We have a need for part time individuals who have a deep passion for these subjects and who have exceptional curiosity, creativity, research, interviewing, source recruiting, and investigative skills. The individual can work from home and no prior experience or educational requirements are necessary. With respect to public corruption in emerging markets we would prefer someone who has lived and has contacts and relationship in Latin America, Asia and Africa.

Features Editor

The DealNews features team produces the long-form articles that appear on dealnews.com. We aim to offer our bargain-hunting readers in-depth advice, analysis, and news about savvy shopping techniques and various retail product categories.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Features Editor who will assist the Features Director in producing five daily articles. This predominantly entails editing "raw" copy for grammar and style, as well as identifying problem areas, in terms of narrative and factual accuracy. The editor will then format copy in our custom CMS so that it conforms to preferred HTML practices and looks visually appealing.

Fellowship

Looking for an opportunity to use your journalism skills for public interest advocacy?
As a PIRG Fellow, you can make an immediate difference.
• You'll get the training you need to do the research, advocacy and grassroots organizing it takes to win campaigns.
• You'll work side-by-side with experienced staff in one of our 30 state campaign offices.
• After two years on the front lines, tackling important problems and pushing for smart solutions you'll have the skills and experience it takes to become a leader with us, or other organizations working to make change happen.

Federal Media Director

Environment America is seeking an experienced Media Director for its fast-paced Federal Advocacy Office in Washington, D.C. The Federal Media Director is responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy to increase the visibility and efficacy of our federal environmental campaigns and of our organization. The Federal Media Director would maintain and further develop Environment America’s relationships with national reporters, increase placement in national, local and new media, and work with Environment America’s advocacy and campaign staff to win campaigns, and build our name recognition.

Responsibilities:
Coordinate Environment America’s National Media Outreach
• Build relationships with editorial boards, editors, columnists and reporters from national media outlets, Washington, DC publications and trade press;
• Write and edit releases, statements and advisories on a variety of environmental issues to be sent to all national media;
• Execute rapid response for breaking environmental news stories;
• Organize compelling news conferences, media briefings, webinars and teleconferences on environmental issues; and
• Increase Environment America’s outreach to blog writers and other new media.

Develop and Execute a Coordinated National Communications Strategy
• Develop a long term strategy for increasing Environment America’s name recognition and presence in the media;
• Guide development of public messages for our priority campaigns; and
• Work with the organization’s program and field staff to create effective media strategies for each of our priority campaigns and execute effective media-related tactics including report releases, editorial board outreach, op-eds, and letters to the editor.

Demonstrate and Demand Excellence at Environment America
• Train new staff to interact with the media in a concise, compelling and on-message manner;
• Demonstrate excellence in working with the media to serve as a role model for all Environment America staff.

Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 3 to 8 years of relevant professional experience post-college. Preference is given to past work in political, policy, journalistic, or government settings. The Media Director must be an organized and goal-driven individual. Excellent writing skills, communications skills and a proven track record of positive relationships with the media are all critical.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary for this position is commensurate with a candidate’s relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees. A competitive benefits package includes health care coverage, educational loan assistance, a retirement plan, maternity or paternity leave, paid vacation and sick days. Opportunities for advancement, travel, and additional training are available.

Location:
Washington, DC

Writing and Education Consultant

We are a consulting company founded by two Brown University grads (one ended up going to USC Film School, and the other to Harvard Business School). Admissionado sits at the unique intersection of these two synergistic disciplines, helping ambitious students accomplish their dreams. With offices now in China, we are one of the fastest growing consulting firms in this new space – at the cutting edge of an exciting new wave of education sweeping China. In fact, we’re among the guys who are bringing it.

We have a unique opportunity for those interested in writing with, editing for, and coaching eager young students. We're seeking extremely bright and motivated individuals, eager to mentor smart Chinese students, ages 14-18. This is a one-year position (with the potential to stay on longer, for those interested). Because the office hours will not be overwhelming, this opportunity will enable consultants to continue to pursue their own writing, or journalistic endeavors as well.

Specific responsibilities will include:
• Helping students to write and present their ideas compellingly and creatively.
• Teaching creativity, leadership development, soft skills, etc. – all the things that makes Western-style education coveted around the world.
• Developing new writing-based and creativity-based curricula for Chinese students who desperately need access to Western experiences and points of view.
• Assisting Chinese students with their college planning and applications.

Deputy Site Director

Seeking a Managing Editor with 4 to 5 years of editorial experience who will work closely with the Site Director, Marketing Manager and editorial staff to write and edit content for the fashion and lifestyle verticals. Candidate will also help oversee social media implementation, manage syndication relationships and assign freelance content.

Responsibilities:
-Pitch, write and produce 10 posts a week for the fashion and lifestyle verticals
-Edit content across all luxury coverage areas, including fashion, beauty, lifestyle, food and home.
-Monitor social media channels related to coverage area
-Help to manage staff writers and syndication relationships
-Develop freelance writers, and help to assign and edit content from freelance contributors

Qualifications:
-A minimum of 4 years in blogging, online production or digital media.
-An obsession with fashion, shopping and digital media
-The ability to think fast, write well, edit sharply and thrive under tight deadlines
-Experience with SEO and social media best practices
-Interest in food, entertaining and travel a plus
-Must be motivated, positive and results-oriented

Social Media Manager

Seeking a Social Media Manager with 1 to 3 years of social media experience who will work closely with the Site Director and editorial staff to manage social media accounts on all platforms. You will be responsible for the development and execution of our social media acquisition strategy.

Responsibilities:
-Develop and execute an effective social media strategy
-Be the voice of the brand, actively engaging readers, brands and influencers in all online social environments
-Be our in-house expert on all things social media. Must be an early adopters who will constantly evaluate current and potential tools.
-Develop and analyze effective benchmarks for measuring the impact of social media efforts.

Qualifications:
-1-3 years of experience in social media marketing. Lifestyle, fashion and/or beauty brand experience preferred.
-Expert knowledge of social platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Google Plus.
-Must be motivated, positive and results-oriented

Associate Director, Digital Communications

Associate Director, Digital Communications
Job ID: JAL20142301-00863
Description:
Associate Director of Digital Communications

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Director of Digital Communications is responsible for leading the development, execution and ongoing management of social media content, with a focus on alignment of activities to communications and marketing goals and objectives. Functioning as a community manager, this position will monitor online conversation and help traffic to the appropriate channels for response, working closely with Communications, Corporate Marketing, and Legal. The associate director will also be responsible for developing and managing key social media assets, including editorial and video content, representing the College Board in this space, amplifying content that is created throughout the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

*Develop and manage editorial calendar for key social media initiatives, publishing status updates and reports, as appropriate.
*Monitor all online conversations and commentary by trafficking responses through the proper teams and responding with appropriate protocols/reviews for crisis communications and issue resolution.
*Prepare and analyze monthly reports, with a focus on performance and metric-based reporting
*Proactively identify new opportunities and platforms to engage with key audiences and achieve communications and marketing goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with 4-6 years of directly-related, progressively responsible work experience in social media, public relations and/or marketing. Background should include extensive experience supporting social media efforts on behalf of corporations. Experience working with non-profits desirable but not required.

Related Skills & Other Requirements:

*A demonstrated track record of developing and executing successful online marketing and social media programs
*A demonstrated track record of adopting advanced communications strategies and tools, and leading integrated communications and marketing teams
*Comprehensive, integrated knowledge of all College Board programs
*Extensive knowledge of client needs, and the ability to identify and meet the needs of clients and prospective clients
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills
*Knowledge of budgeting and financial planning
*Problem solving and negotiation skills
*Excellent interpersonal skills
*Ability to effectively handle multiple situations simultaneously
*Computer literacy, including Microsoft office applications and desktop publishing

BENEFITS

We offer our employees an outstanding benefits package which includes 4 weeks of paid time off, a generous retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development and training.

Requirements:
Desired Travel Negligible
Areas of Expertise Digital, Communications
Highest Level of Education Bachelor's Degree
Job Type Full Time
Location New York, NY
Years of Relevant Experience 4-5

Senior Editor/News

The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) has an exciting career opportunity for Senior Editor to join our team. This role will write high quality original news reports and feature articles for UU World’s print and online editions. Responsibilities include identifying potential stories, developing story lists, image research, and covering important UUA events.

Our ideal applicant has a Bachelor’s degree (preferably in English or journalism) or equivalent experience. Requirements include at least three years’ experience as a reporter, exceptional organizational skills, familiarity with Unitarian Universalism and with Unitarian Universalist congregations and institutions. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office is a must, as is facility with web technologies such as blogs, online research tools, social networking services, photo sites, etc. Must be able to travel and work some weekends/evenings as required.