Opportunity knocks! FRONTLINE is seeking a talented digital journalist to assist its newly merged web editorial and promotions teams. This position provides critical administrative support to the marketing communications department --which oversees all publicity, advertising, social media and community outreach for the series -- while playing an active role in FRONTLINE's online engagement initiatives. Daily responsibilities include developing content for the series' social media pages and feeds, including Twitter and Facebook; participating in editorial discussions around website content and companion online engagement initiatives; monitoring press coverage and compiling clip reports; managing the series' media contacts database; coordinating preview DVD mailings for upcoming broadcasts; assisting with event logistics and booking travel arrangements; and completing other general office duties as assigned. Opportunity for advancement. Responsible for supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and interacting in a way that is free from discrimination, intolerance or harassment. Requirements Overview: A bachelors degree in journalism, English or communications is required, advanced journalism degree extremely desirable; 2 – 3 years of online journalism experience or multi-media production preferred. The ideal candidate is passionate about news and public affairs; social media and web savvy; detail oriented and extremely well organized; and energized by a fast-paced environment that rewards innovation and hard work. Top-notch writing, editing, proofreading and verbal communications skills are essential. Ability to work collaboratively, to juggle multiple tasks, and, with direction, prioritize effectively under tight deadlines. References and a relevant portfolio of work will be requested for an interview.

JWT is seeking a skilled editor and community manager for a campaign with a major technology client. The editorial responsibilities are similar to those in the publishing world, including maintenance of our campaign editorial calendar, news monitoring, social media and community management, headline writing, and creating and executing story ideas.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years’ experience in publishing or blogging, with a high level of tech familiarity. The candidate must be a quick learner, and be comfortable working with social media. Experience in marketing or PR is a big plus.

We are seeking a journalism student who is fluent in German to help with content translation and analysis on a project basis.

This is a short-term opportunity suitable for a current student.

This project will involve:
Reading, translating and analyzing content from German blog posts and comments
Surmising tone and major themes
Reporting findings back to the BlissPR senior team

Candidates MUST be fluent in German, have strong qualitative analysis skills and work well under time pressure.

Experience:
1.) Communications or journalism background preferred.
2.) Knowledge of international environmental issues preferred
3.) Fluency in English required, other official United Nations language skills would be an asset.

Consultancy contract (6 months with possibility of extension)

In the email application, please include (1) cover letter, (2) writing samples, (3) in the email subject line, please specify “NYU – Junior writer”. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Job Description:

Responsible for managing e-mail and eDOX communications to employees and retail financial professionals via Info Bulletins, Field Bulletins, Friday Snapshot, Weekly Wire, Management Wire and Hot Wire.
Write and edit communications on a wide range of topics, from technical product information, to executive letters, to earnings and ratings news.
Manage one senior communications specialist. Work with key contacts in the five operating areas, IT and Compliance.
Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to balance priorities and high volume of deliverables.

Job Requirements:

Five to seven years of experience in corporate communications, journalism, or publishing.
Excellent writing, editing skills and organization skills.
Superior proofreading skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of the financial services industry, its products and services, ideally AXA’s.
Excellent people and project management skills.
Consultative and negotiation skills.
Excellent judgment and maturity to handle confidential information.
Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and web-based databases, as well as aptitude to learn new software and web-based programs.
Ability to communicate effectively, with product managers, senior officers, compliance professionals, and other staff at all levels of the company.
Ability to handle several projects concurrently, often under deadline pressure.
English, Communications, Journalism, Business degree

Overview:

The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate or agency Financial PR, Corporate Communications, or Financial Journalism. They will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and capable of engaging in high level dialogue with senior executives. Ability to build strong relationships with the business, with journalists and within the global communications team.

The role will include the pro-active handling of Media Relations inquiries for BlackRock. Maintaining clear, strong and appropriate communication with journalists having established a thorough understanding of BlackRock’s business, its products and capabilities.

The candidate will also be able to manage day-to-day support requests with PR agencies, and liaise with the EMEA and Asia Pacific corporate media relations teams where appropriate. In addition, the candidate will be able to provide support to position BlackRock’s business or personnel appropriately and help develop and execute initiatives, as directed.

Knowledge of financial media is essential. Strategic and creative thinking required. A willingness to work, at all times appropriate to the demands of the business. For the purposes of attending events, a level of client interaction outside normal office hours is required.

Duties:

•Work closely with the media relations team to plan and conduct media relations activities that build greater knowledge and recognition of the firm’s investment management professionals and of its broad mix of top-performing retail and institutional investment products/services.

•Maintain the process for tracking the division’s media relations activities and for the reporting on those activities to corporate communications in NY and other units of the firm as necessary.

•Support the planning and implementation of media events, roundtables, press conferences and journalist events.

•Support the handling of all media enquiries in a timely and efficient manner, as directed.

•Develop and maintain strong day-to-day working relationships with news media (print/broadcast) including business/financial media, investment management industry and financial advisory “trade” publications, as directed.

•In particular, target the core list of journalists/opinion leading media, and create and maintain a process for regular outreach to these media to propose story ideas and sources that reinforce a favorable profile for the division and its professionals, as directed

•Coordinate the distribution of a full range of written materials including press releases, by-lined articles, and reports related to the division’s activities, as directed.

We are seeking an intelligent, motivated writer/associate to assist in ghost writing regular content for various journalistic publications, including our regular column in the Investing section of Forbes.com.

Our initial need is for 2-4 brief articles a month. We maintain a start-up ethos where getting work done is what matters, so hours and work location are flexible. Opportunity for full-time continued employment. Business or Finance experience a plus.

Job responsibilities will include:

• Upload and migrate population of content for World Science Festival's new website currently under construction
• Daily maintenance of World Science Festival's new video department (WSFtv; www.wsf.tv)
• Create new content entries daily: write descriptions; enter into system; upload assets
• Update social media outlets (Twitter/Facebook) and maintain engagement
• Design, copyedit, send, and track email newsletters using established lists and CRM client
• Site-wide adjustments as needed
• Other various web editorial/production tasks as needed
Ideal candidate will have strong overall computer skills; basic knowledge of web-standard best practices; experience maintaining a website using a Content Management System; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; excellent organizational and time management skills; attention to detail; ability to work independently; ability to work with a variety of people across departments. Strong interest in and knowledge about popular science topics preferable. Experience with a digital marketing client, email list manager, or other CRM platform a plus.

Seeking sharp, enthusiastic, personable and knowledgeable student or recent graduate, familiar with the basics of press releases, and able to act as liaison to the media for upcoming independent feature film. Hours and pay will vary, depending on experience and what actually needs to be done, at a given time. Please E-Mail for more details.

We are seeking an intelligent, motivated associate to assist in editorial aspects of our business strategy projects. The job requires strong research and writing skills as well as the ability to think strategically and creatively.
 
Our initial need is for 10 to 20hrs/week. We maintain a start-up ethos where getting work done is what matters, so hours and work location are flexible. Opportunity for full-time continued employment.
 
Sample projects include:
- Writing/editing regular content for various publications (including our regular column in Forbes)
- Researching business opportunities
- Assisting in the branding and positioning of new products and community projects
- Maintaining written marketing and sales collateral and keeping due diligence materials up-to-date
 
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