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.

The Gazette in Cedar Rapids Iowa is seeking a dynamic government and politics editor to lead a team of nine staffers who cover government and politics at the national, state and local levels.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated excellence in creating agenda setting coverage plans, understands a converged newsroom as well as content sharing strategies, has background in watchdog and accountability reporting and is comfortable with data and analysis stories. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in beat management, but also understands digital beats have unique needs.

This is a hands-on editor role and the ideal candidate needs to be a strong coach who prides themselves as a motivator. The government team has a focus on enterprise reporting for all platforms as well as short- and long-term reporting projects.

Qualifications & Requirements
Ideal candidate will be a flexible, self-motivated, creative go-getter and problem solver who works well on a team and has excellent communication and team building skills. Candidate must be highly organized, a confident decision maker and committed to ongoing improvement and coaching. Candidate must also have strong writing skills and sound news judgment. Candidate must be attentive to detail and thrive in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment. Must have strong understanding of digital storytelling and social media skills and its applications.

A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related course of study is preferred. Candidate must demonstrate ability to work quickly and accurately and must have ideas on how to present news in an ever-changing media landscape. Understanding of Web concepts and ability to regularly engage the audience is required, while some video, photography skills are desired. Five years of experience as a supervising editor or content manager preferred.

Responsibilities
• Work with Marketing Director on B2B acqusition strategy - inbound/outbound marketing initiatives
• Track and analyze marketing programs to optimize overall results and plan campaign and channel mix (knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Marketo and Zoho is a huge plus)
• Manage NewsCred content marketing strategy (blog, newsletters, white papers, lead nurturing)
• Develop creative assets and tools; work with internal and freelance teams to implement (developers/designers)
• Organize and launch events

Experience
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in marketing products or services related to: content, publishing, technology solutions or media
• A self-starter who can work cross-functionally
Additional Requirements
• Experience in product marketing, SEM marketing and marketing program management
• Strong analytical skills and proven track record of managing ROI campaigns and measurements
• Understanding of the search, online advertising or web publishing market
• Strong interest in analyzing products, customers and market dynamics and aptitude for determining the optimal way to position products in the market
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong organizational skills

Level
Mid-level to Senior

Education
Bachelor's degree

Offer
• Awesome culture - passionate, driven and fun team
• Competitive salary
• Equity eligibility
• Amazing benefits (health insurance, dental, monthly metro cards, etc)
• Flexible vacation policy
• Opportunity for travel and conference attendance
• Unlimited classes, books, etc

Knox College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor appointment in journalism, beginning September 2013. Master’s in journalism (or comparable terminal degree) required. Candidates holding in addition a relevant Ph.D. are encouraged to apply. Candidates must demonstrate substantial journalistic accomplishment and be able to teach reporting and communicating on multiple media platforms. They should be able to assume leadership of a vibrant program of in-depth community reporting, as well as teach courses addressing the political, economic, institutional and cultural dimensions of journalism and media. The Journalism Program offers a journalism minor within the context of a highly selective liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social justice and commitment to interdisciplinary learning.

UNHCR is looking for an intern with a background in journalism, communications, media relations, social media, multi-media skills, including video editing, sound editing and some content creation for the web. Training will be provided, however, it is preferable that applicants have some multi-media/new media skills in advance.

NYU's Office of Career Service will not approve this internship for credit.

Position Objective:
To maximize media coverage for PETA's campaigns
 
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Develop media pitches
• Develop different angles with which to approach bloggers, reporters, and other media outlets
• Generate media coverage for serious pitches, events, ads, website interviews, and features
• Keep informed of local and national columnists at papers, magazines, wires, and websites
• Develop and maintain relationships with members of the media and select online reporters and maintain PETA's list of media contacts
• Write and edit advisories, pitches and news releases
• Work with senior PETA staff to create pitch plans
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
 
Requirements: 
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry
• Excellent working knowledge of print, broadcast, and online media outlets
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate PETA's positions professionally
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The Senior Manager, Media & Marketing will be responsible for overseeing the Rainforest Alliance’s marketing efforts in the Americas and developing strategies for the distribution of content relevant to the organization’s various stakeholders worldwide. S/he will guide and collaborate with businesses engaged with the Rainforest Alliance to ensure that they have the tools and information necessary to engage their audiences. S/he will develop and manage promotional campaigns; media outreach and oversee content and strategies aimed at engaging consumers, media and other key Rainforest Alliance audiences.

Responsibilities:

• Manage social media marketing campaigns designed to educate and influence consumers and others;
• Provide guidance to and collaborate with the businesses that are engaged with the Rainforest Alliance on promotional campaigns;
• Develop media outreach strategies and consumer campaigns for the organization as a whole and for specific targeted audiences in order to meet programmatic objectives;
• Cultivate US media and marketing relationships, continually seeking out new promotional vehicles and opportunities;
• Coordinate closely with staff and representatives working with marketing and media in other countries to ensure efforts and messages are consistent;
• Keep abreast of emerging media platforms, assess their cost effectiveness and adjust the organization’s use of new tools as appropriate;
• Track and measure effectiveness of the communications tools used by the organization; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism;
• Minimum10 years experience in professional work environment;
• A minimum of 8 years experience in journalism, nonprofit or corporate 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 Spanish preferred.

Need someone to help maintain and grow social media presence for travel media website and brand. Must be quite familiar with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pintrest.
Must be comfortable writing short posts and adapting to the voice of the brand. Most importantly, must be excited by travel. This is a part-time position.

Applicants must be interested in developing/learning social media strategies for building and engaging an audience.

The time commitment is a couple hours/day.

Qi New York is looking for a Graphic and Web Designer to join our dynamic team. This position will be working within our marketing team producing visual imagery and designing marketing and promotional materials for our three E-commerce divisions: Qi New York, Qi Home, and Ainsley NY. The successful candidate will be a team player who is highly organized, assertive, resourceful and has excellent understanding of design, computer and communication skills. Positions are part-time.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting marketing team in producing unique and compelling online imagery to engage current and future customers.
• Liaising closely with the marketing team to produce online advertisements that effectively target specific markets, daily customer mailers and other materials.
• Designing and producing web pages, landing pages and emails in a combination of codes such as HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash.
• Testing websites for functionality in different browsers and at different resolutions.

Skills and experience required:

• 3+ years of proven experience in graphic design for print and online including interface design
• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver)
• Great photo retouching and manipulation skills.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and Flash
• A flair for innovative and original design
• In-depth and up-to-date knowledge of current design trends and techniques
• Excellent communication skills in English both oral and written
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to tight deadlines
• Strong time management skills and impeccable attention to detail
• Enjoy working under pressure and to a deadlines

Web Designer must be familiar with volusion