Associate editor for global management consulting firm and its award-winning magazine and digital media brand, strategy+business. Responsible for development of print and online articles, white papers, newsletters, blogs, multimedia content, apps, and special projects.
• Help manage firm's editorial pipeline: field incoming requests, and participate in determining the most effective channels for connecting the right content to the right audiences.
• Manage the development of specific editorial projects: prioritize, assign and oversee contract editors and writers.
• Act as top (oversight) editor on selected projects, including blogs, white papers, magazine articles, and other projects to assure editorial quality.

Based in London or New York City, the Senior Manager, Media Outreach Strategy will be responsible for developing and overseeing strategies for the effective use of creative content aimed at increasing awareness of the Rainforest Alliance’s mission and work among the organization’s wide-ranging stakeholders worldwide.

S/he will guide and collaborate with colleagues, businesses, NGOs, government representatives, journalists and others to ensure that they have the tools and information necessary to promote and inform their audiences about the organization’s achievements.

Responsibilities:
• Drive media outreach and other promotional strategies for the organization as a whole and for specific targeted audiences in order to meet programmatic objectives;
• Track media developments and trends, cultivating new media relationships where appropriate and continually seeking out promotional vehicles and opportunities;
• Collaborate closely with staff and representatives working with media in other countries to ensure efforts and messages are consistent;
• Position key Rainforest Alliance staff members as spokespeople and to promote organizational thought leadership;
• Prepare for and orchestrate responses to media crisis;
• Analyze effectiveness of the communications tools used by the organization; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism;
• 10 years’ experience in journalism, public relations, or nonprofit, government or business communications;
• Proven track record in strategic media outreach and marketing work;
• Strong project management and organizational skills;
• Experience in managing staff;
• Demonstrated interest in conservation, corporate social responsibility and/or international development issues;
• Superior written, verbal, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills;
• Flexibility and willingness to work independently on a wide range of tasks and projects;
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; and
• Written and verbal proficiency in a foreign language preferred.

The World Economic Forum USA is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging industry leaders in partnerships to shape global, regional and industry agendas.

Incorporated as a non-profit business league (approved §501(c)6 of the IRS code) and based in

New York, the World Economic Forum USA is impartial and not-for-profit; it is tied to no political, partisan or national interests. It is the North American affiliate of the World Economic Forum, a non-profit foundation based in Geneva, Switzerland, under the supervision of the Swiss Federal Government.

As a result of the successful growth of our organization, we are now searching for a:

SENIOR COMMUNITY MANAGER, MEDIA, ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATION

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP FELLOW

The Media, Entertainment and Information (MEI) Industry team at the World Economic Forum manages the relationships with the largest global media players as well as identifies newcomers in the digital media landscape. The team is in charge of setting the industry agenda, and identifying common challenges and interests of a diverse group of players.

You will act as the primary interface between the Forum and key industry sector contacts including chief executives, corporate senior executives and subject matter experts to coordinate their involvement in events and their engagement in task forces and initiatives. You will develop deep relationships with media and entertainment companies, at every seniority level, ensuring they engage fully with the World Economic Forum. This includes the organization of sector-specific meetings, events and roundtables. You will also support a project with concrete deliverables under tight deadlines.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

* Maintain relationships and manage existing partners
* Identify new and exciting start-ups in the digital media landscape and develop value proposition for their engagement with the World Economic Forum
* Organize meetings, events and roundtables
* Lead a Global Agenda Council, a group of 15 experts on the topic of Social Media, including organization of calls, summary notes and catalyse follow-up actions
* Assist and advise above representatives in all phases of their participation in Forum events and activities

You have a Master's degree and a minimum of five years of professional international experience in a technology or media company. You have a strong command of issues relating to the media industry. You demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and outstanding communication skills, and have outstanding relationship management and negotiation skills. You must be a team player and have the ability to work well in a geographically dispersed team, and be able to thrive in highly demanding situations and a fast-paced environment. You are fluent in English and at least one other language. Regular travel within the region is required.

You will join the Forum as part of our Global Leadership Fellows Programme (www.weforum.org/glf). As such, you would be fully integrated in the World Economic Forum and benefit from an intensive work and learning experience intended to develop and train future leaders of global enterprises and international organizations. The Global Leadership Programme is designed by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with its worldwide network of distinguished experts and leaders.

Applico is seeking a Copywriter /Journalist to join our expanding marketing team. You will be responsible for analyzing, creating, and managing written content for a wide range of deliverables, including case studies, white papers, thought leadership articles, blogs, direct mail, and other sales collateral and executive summaries. You will work closely with marketing, sales, and product teams to create a unified, customer-driven content direction for all of Applico’s products and services in support of our overall value proposition.

Role
- Deliver strong creative concepts to meet content strategies and brings them to life through extraordinary execution
- Translate broad, sophisticated creative ideas into tight concepts and executions
- Research and craft compelling long and short form copy
- Collaborate with SEO Manager to create and publish engaging content optimized for search visibility that follows company brand and style guidelines
- Incorporate SEO-targeted keywords throughout copy to improve search engine result rankings
- Effectively translate complex branding and marketing strategies into clear, compelling copy
- Participate in strategic discussions including creative brief development with internal stakeholders
- Develop creative, compelling content for all types of communications including integrated marketing campaigns, corporate brochures, press releases, videos, email campaigns, tradeshows, case studies, white papers, blogs and presentations
- Produce full copy decks for internal team and client submission

Skills / Experience
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize information and write compelling copy in a variety of communication forms
- Knowledge of current mobile landscape and trends, mobile platforms, mobile customer experience, and emerging mobile technologies
- Strong initiative and ability to produce material with limited supervision
- A strong portfolio demonstrating a wide variety of interactive examples (i.e., emails, blogs, articles, online media, promotions, social media)
- Ability to write SEO-optimized content
- Must have vast experience writing headlines & body copy for digital campaigns
- Knowledge of marketing/advertising principles, methods and techniques
- Strong organizational proficiency, balancing multiple projects and priorities
- Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
- Have produced emails, multipage websites, mobile, applications and promotional collateral
- Experience with and/or passion for social/emerging media and mobile
- Strong attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Advertising, or Marketing

NYU Steinhardt’s Planning and Communications office seeks a part-time student marketing assistant to join its marketing communications team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain marketing and social media experience in the context of non-profit and higher education institutions.

Duties include:

Social Media (65%):
• Crafting daily creative social media communications and promotions (conversation starters, news, events, announcements, contests, polls, etc.) to engage current students, prospective students, alumni, and other fans, and to create buzz about the School
• Monitoring the School's various social media channels (including Facebook, Twitter, and others) and appropriately responding to posts/comments in coordination with others
• Coordinating with other social media content producers in Steinhardt academic departments and administrative offices
• Creating an ongoing social media calendar and a weekly report of Facebook activity
• Occasionally meeting with various School constituents to help them set up and properly use social media channels
• Maintaining the School’s social media best practices and policy guidelines online resources
Other (35%):
• Updating marketing reports (promotions effectiveness, demographic studies, etc.)
• Undertaking competitor research
• Creating website landing pages using the School’s content management system (no prior experience with content management systems required)
• Assisting with the logistics of photo and video shoots
• Coordinating the content for an annual brochure that showcases the School’s involvement in the American Educational Research Association (AERA) conference
• Data entry
• Programming occasional marketing surveys using web-based software
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
First year graduate student preferred. Experience using social media professionally, and an interest in how social media can be used effectively in higher education. Reliably available 15-20 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Strong communication, writing, organizational, and proofreading skills. Attention to detail. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and social media platforms required. Experience with Powerpoint and HTML preferred but not required. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Must be conscientious and punctual.

We're looking for a talented writer and editor to join our Marketing and Communications department on a part-time (3 days a week), temporary basis. You'll write, edit and proofread content for invitations, newsletters, publications, press releases and web pages.

- Full-time employment, reporting to CEO
- Conduct outreach to long-term care facilities and related institutions to establish partnerships and conduct interviews
- Write analytically driven, high quality content to support ElderBranch’s content marketing strategy for both elderbranch.com and major news outlets
- Assist in special projects and campaigns to support the growth of ElderBranch
Bachelor’s degree from a leading undergraduate school
- Preferred majors include journalism, liberal arts, economics and business
- 0-2 years of relevant writing and business experience
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Self-motivated individual who thrives in an unstructured environment
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel required; experience with HTML/CSS and WordPress preferred but not required

The ACLU has made an unambiguous and unwavering commitment to the importance of communications as a central and essential element in the success of its mission. The organization places great emphasis on the role of communications in framing the debate on its issues, building support, and increasing the impact of its work. The Media Relations Associate is a member of a team of Media Relations professionals based in the ACLU National Media Relations Office in New York and the Washington Legislative Office (WLO). The Media Relations Associate will work to support the WLO’s activities, which include lobbying on many issues. The Media Relations Associate will focus on women’s rights, reproductive freedom and criminal justice issues, and will report to the Associate Director for Strategic Communications in the ACLU’s Washington, D.C. Office.

The ideal candidate is an individual with a fine-tuned sense of “what sells” in the news business, is comfortable liaising with reporters affiliated with major news outlets and is familiar with the workings of the U.S. Congress. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and who pursues a strategic approach to promoting issues and guiding prominent civil liberties experts on working with the media.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Cultivate relationships with reporters, editors, producers, bloggers and other media professionals with the goal of influencing Congress and the public.

Draft and prepare for distribution news releases, op-eds, blog posts, letters to the editor and other communications and press materials.

Develop and strategize short- and long-term media plans, develop and pitch feature stories.

Prepare fact sheets and talking points.

Prepare spokespeople for interviews with the media.

Work with the ACLU’s Washington Legislative Office staff to publicize WLO’s lobbying work on many ACLU issues, specifically women’s rights, reproductive freedom and criminal justice. Work with other departments across the organization to promote their platforms.

Provide media advice and support to affiliate offices.

Work closely with and strategize with colleagues in the Communications Department including media associates, communications strategists and the web team.

Coordinate media relations efforts under the day-to-day supervision of the Associate Director for Strategic Communications.

Organize news conferences and conduct media outreach for panels and conferences organized by the Washington Legislative Office.

Raise the profile of the Washington Legislative Office and its priorities through media exposure.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.

A minimum of three years of media experience that includes involvement in advocacy-oriented media campaigns.

Experience pitching stories to major news outlets.

Familiarity with Congress and congressional issues related to civil liberties. Experience working on the Hill is strongly preferred.

Strong writing and editing skills; ability to produce clear, concise talking points, press releases and other materials within tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively independently and with others in a team environment.

Experience liaising with the media to promote civil liberties or social justice issues. Specific familiarity with the issues of women’s rights, reproductive freedom and criminal justice a plus.

Ability to identify and cultivate key media contacts and outlets that lead to the placement of ACLU stories.

Experience using public opinion research to frame issues and develop messages.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet usage.

Demonstrated interests in civil liberties/civil rights.

COMPENSATION

The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.

Our Research Department is responsible for driving Bridgewater’s understanding of the global economic system and translating that understanding into winning trading strategies. The Research Department is organized into small teams composed of world-class investors, technologists and data analysts. Research Team daily work can include surveillance of important market developments across the world, contributing to our daily research publication, the Bridgewater Daily Observations, advancing one of our long-term research projects or transforming a completed research project into a trading strategy.

Position Summary
You will be a key player on the team that produces Bridgewater’s flagship publication – the Bridgewater Daily Observations. Also known as “the Wire”, the Observations are finished research pieces published twice daily that cover how Bridgewater thinks about the most important developments affecting the US and global economy. The Observations are distributed to all of Bridgewater clients as well as to top policy makers around the world.

The Wire is one of the leading economic research publications in the world. As part of the Wire Team, you will be at the center of Bridgewater’s business and an integral part of the fast-paced engine that drives Bridgewater’s high performance. You will work closely with the CIOs, senior researchers and management team to ensure the publication of a high-quality product. One of your main responsibilities will be to ensure that the final product is in excellent condition before it is sent to clients. As you learn more about the way in which we think about how the world works you will have the opportunity to get more involved with the drafting. Additionally, we will rely on you to help shape a writing development program at Bridgewater. The program is aimed at helping everyone, from first year analysts to senior researchers, improve their writing and communication skills.

Finally, you will work with the publisher to coordinate the day to day production of the Observations, as well as the monthly goal-setting and planning efforts. As one of the key members of the Wire team, your creative problem solving abilities will be able to have a large impact on the production process as a whole.

Candidates who will be a good fit are highly motivated team players who enjoy the challenges that surround a daily publication and are able to roll up their sleeves and problem solve in real time. They will be excited about the opportunity to learn about markets from some of the best macro thinkers in the world and the chance to have real impact on one of Bridgewater’s essential products.

Responsibilities
• Edit client communications, including the Bridgewater Daily Observations as well as other monthly/quarterly and annual publications
• Influence the drafting process, likely having the opportunity for deeper impact over time
• Develop and run a writing support program for our junior writers as well as our senior researchers
• Creatively problem solve to improve the quality of the production process
• Assist the publisher in the day-to-day running of Research Department publications
• Support the system for managing the quality of Bridgewater’s publications
• Prepare materials for the regular weekly/monthly/annual publications planning and review meetings

Position Requirements
• 2 + years experience as copy editor/writer/reporter on macroeconomics and financial markets
• Strong command of English & understanding of economics and financial market concepts; keen interest in expanding this knowledge
• Experience in dealing with charts/tables and integrating visual elements into written text
• Perfectionist, meticulous in his/her approach to the job at hand; persistent
• Ability to work to tight deadlines; flexibility and adaptability, strong team player, enjoys the chaos that can surround a daily publication
• Interest in dealing with both the editorial and nitty-gritty organizational elements of managing daily publications
• Creative in approach to solving problems; curious about the world

Cultural Standards
• Willing to give and receive honest feedback
• Think and act like an owner
• Hold and operate by the highest standards of integrity
• Be self-reflective, open and direct
• Driven by and committed to excellence and constant improvement

The Strategic Campaign Lead will develop and execute an integrated media campaign in support of all College Board divisions and programs. Position will work closely with Vice President of Communications and Chief of Staff to ensure consistent communication of organization messaging and positioning. Position requires close coordination with government relations; state outreach; regional offices; President’s office; marketing; and external agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with Vice President and Chief of Staff to develop and execute a proactive media strategy through a full range of communications and marketing tools.
• Coordinate activity among external agencies and internal leadership to ensure an integrated media campaign, in line with brand strategy and messaging, that leverages all channels to reach and engage stakeholders to clearly define the public face of the organization.
• Collaborate with corporate marketing colleagues to develop high-impact campaign strategies to best leverage key College Board events and initiatives to promote the visibility of the organization.
• Manage integrated communications and corporate marketing campaign media budget – including analysis and reporting of performance metrics – with regular updates to senior leadership team.
• Analyze public policy trends in education and develop content and strategies for highlighting the organization’s ability to have a positive and sustainable impact.
• Develop cross-functional strategies to engage stakeholders around the value of education and its critical role in the success of our nation and economy.
• Direct a comprehensive thought leadership program, overseeing the development and dissemination of timely and compelling content.
• Serve as on-the-record spokesperson for the College Board on public policy issues.
• Closely monitor coverage of education issues and pursue opportunities for media placement in real time.
• Prepare varied reports and collateral material for external/internal review, and write for publication in books, journals or other periodicals.
• Advise senior division management on communications and public relations issues. Assists with and contributes to the strategic planning for the unit.
• Maintains significant and important contacts with members, potential members, press, government officials, faculty, institutions, students, parents, consultants, vendors and other external parties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 7 years of directly-related, progressively responsible work experience in public relations or journalism required.
• Candidate must have extensive experience in developing high level media campaigns.
• Background must include direct support of a prominent principal (client/elected official/candidate), including staffing for media events and preparing issue-related briefings.
• Background in state or federal government and experience managing or advising political campaigns highly desired.

Related Skills & Other Requirements
• Must be able to travel extensively
• Ability to communicate complex public policy initiatives for a broad audience
• 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
• 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 plan, tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development and training.