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2014 Gold Quill Awards
Check out the Gold Quill website to learn about all 47 entry categories, find one that suits you, and to submit your entry. We can’t wait to see your submissions!
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JOTW 13-2014
March 31, 2014
This is JOTW newsletter number 1,009
“The only mystery in life is why kamikaze pilots wore helmets.”
– Al McGuire
*** Welcome to the JOTW network.
*** To submit a job for sharing on JOTW, please provide the job title, organization or company, and location and send it to Ned at lundquist989@cs.com. Provide a link or contact info so people can check out your listing or follow up if interested.
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*** Posting a job is free. The newsletter is posted at www.nedsjotw.com. Recruiters can submit up to three jobs for free. Each job listing may be posted once in the newsletter for free
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*** This is a cooperative service. It relies on your participation and contribution. As you receive the benefit of this free newsletter, you should also send in jobs you learn about. This is especially the case when there are job listings in the companies that you work for.
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*** Top Jobs: Stand above the rest. Your job can be right here, at the top of the weekly JOTW newsletter. Top job placement costs $100 per job per week. To be on top, contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.
*** This week’s top job is a JOTW “Can’t Wait” job announcement from AstraZeneca:
Director – Managed Markets Communications, AstraZeneca, Wilmington, Delaware (See details below)
*** A JOTW Top Job from Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP
Communications Advisor, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, The Woodlands, Texas
(See details below)
*** If you find out about a job opportunity in communications, send it to me (lundquist989@cs.com), and I’ll share it with the JOTW network.
*** The JOTW network is built upon cooperative principles. Share, and reap the benefits. And it feels good to help others. I call it selfish altruism. But this also means you need to contribute.
*** In this issue:
(To view these jobs, visit www.nedsjotw.com)
*** One Paragraph Pitch
1.) Director – Managed Markets Communications, AstraZeneca, Wilmington, Delaware
2.) Communications Advisor, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, The Woodlands, Texas
3.) Employee Communications Advisor, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, The Woodlands, Texas
4.) Communications Assistant, Data Visualization, Climate Policy Initiative, San Francisco, California
5.) Writer/Editor, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, DC
6.) MarCom Manager, Actian Corporation, Redwood City, CA
7.) COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
8.) Director, Corporate Communications, Fcb Health, Draftfcb Healthcare, New York City, NY
9.) Communications Manager – Content Publicity, Hulu, Santa Monica, CA
10.) Copywriter, Hulu, Santa Monica, CA
11.) Vice President, Corporate Communications & Marketing, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), New York City, New York
12.) MarCom Specialist (Copywriter) 065272, Philips Global, Somerset, NJ
13.) Advocacy and Media Consultant, Social Science Research Council, Brooklyn, New York
14.) Marketing & Event Coordinator, McFadden’s Saloon, Washington, DC
15.) Corporate Communications Manager Alcoa, New York City, NY
16.) Director, Corporate Communications, Walt Disney Company, Burbank, CA
17.) Internal Corporate Communications Specialist, Prime Therapeutics, Minneapolis, MN
18.) Director of Communications and New Media, National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, Ambler, PA
19.) Communications Specialist, client, offered through Fidato Partners, Bryn Mawr, PA
20.) Director of Communications, Covance, Indianapolis, IN or Princeton, NJ
21.) Social Media and Marketing Specialist, Susquehanna International Group, Philadelphia, PA
22.) Public Relations and Communications Associate, JAM Promotions, Inc., Blue Bell, PA
23.) Strategic Marketing Communications Project Manager, Covance, Madison, WI
24.) Manager, Affiliate Partnerships Communications, National Wildlife Federation, Reston, Virginia
25.) Sr Vp Corporate Communications, Harland Clarke, San Antonio, TX
26.) Senior Communications Manager, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA
27.) Public Relations Director, University Communications, American University, Washington DC 28.) Corporate Communications, Director – 13 month Fixed Term Contract, Fitch Ratings, London, United Kingdom
29.) Writer/Editor for “The Where There is No Doctor,” Hesperian Health Guides, Berkeley, California
30.) COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
31.) Content Marketing Specialist, Henny Penny, Eaton, Ohio
32.) Director, Multicultural Communications, The College Board, New York, NY
33.) Digital Publishing Coordinator, AlphaMed Press, Durham, NC
34.) Circulation Database Specialist, AlphaMed Press, Durham, NC
35.) Account Manager/Senior Social Media Strategist, Sparkloft Media, Portland, OR
36.) Economic Issues Media Representative, National Association of Realtors, Washington, D.C.
37.) News Producer, KCRG-TV9, Cedar Rapids, IA
38.) Public Relations Account Supervisor, GKV, Baltimore, MD
39.) Web Marketing Coordinator, Handwriting Without Tears, Cabin John, MD
40.) Sr. Associate, Outreach & Engagement, The Annie E. Casey Foundation, Baltimore, MD
41.) Corporate Communications Manager, IFF CDFI, Chicago, IL
42.) Manager of Marketing Communications, Bay Area Local Initiatives Support Corporation, San Francisco, California
43.) Social Media Manager Ad, Donovan Advertising And Marketing Services, Lititz, Pennsylvania
44.) Craftsman – Life Support, Chicago Zoological Society, Brookfield, IL
45.) Dolphin Care Specialist III, Mirage, Las Vegas, NV
46.) Feedmill Mixer, New Fashion Pork, Estherville, IA
47.) Butcher, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, CA
48.) Laborer (Skinner), Baker Commodities, Inc., Phoenix, AZ
49.) SprayChic Airbrush Tanning Expert, SprayChic Airbrush Tanning, Farmington, MI
(You can find the jobs descriptions and/or links at www.nedsjotw.com.
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*** One Paragraph Pitch:
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*** Polar Tech: Arctic Ship Model Tank Tests World’s Icebreakers
By Edward Lundquist
Seapower April 2014
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By Edward Lundquist
Seapower April 2014
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*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
April 11-13, Boston/Bath, Maine
June 9-10, Abu Dhabi, UAE
June 11-12, Bahrain
August 18-19-22, Tacoma, Wash.
August 22, 23, 24, San Diego, Calif.
November 3-6, Nassau, Bahamas
*** Your Very Next Step!
The March 2014 YVNS newsletter is posted at http://www.yourverynextstep.com/2014/02/23/your-very-next-step-newsletter-for-february-2014/.
*** Stand Out
“Stand Out” is available for those who want to stand out in job searches compared to the competition. Go to http://www.nedsjotw.com/jotw/stand-out/ and look around. “Stand Out” is researched and written by Woody Goulart.
*** Toronto and IABC. World Conference is just around the corner.
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The 2014 IABC World Conference is full of opportunities for you to grow professionally. This year’s Employee Engagement track not only fosters personal growth, but encourages you to become the kind of leader who inspires others to greatness.
Our sessions include an exciting presentation on the neuroscience of employee engagement that provides all-new insights into the minds of your staff. You’ll learn why brains resist change and what to do about it when change is necessary, how our brains are wired to be social, and the five domains that can lead to employees being engaged or disengaged.
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*** Let’s get to the jobs:
A JOTW “Can’t Wait” job announcement from AstraZeneca
1.) Director – Managed Markets Communications, AstraZeneca, Wilmington, Delaware
Description
A strategic communications partner to the Managed Markets organization (supports market access and managed care organizations) and its leadership, tasked with leading development, integration and execution of external customer and internal stakeholder communications plans for organized customer strategies across all segments.
Typical Accountabilities:
* Work with VP, Managed Markets, to develop key themes and messages for managed markets vision, strategies, business objectives and change management initiatives
* Work with Customer Marketing to develop AZ branding campaign to organized customers
* Manage communications for AstraZeneca engagement at and follow-up after major customers’ meetings, e.g., Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP), Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA), Armada, National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP)
* Recognize key customer collaborations through communications to customers and internal stakeholders
* Collaborate with Sales Communications, and other Corporate Affairs functions as appropriate, to ensure customer and field-based communications regarding impacts to the business, brand milestones, and other information relevant to our customers, are aligned across customer-facing functions
* Establish standing customer roundtables to solicit input on key trends and implications for our business, market or policy changes, customer segment strategies, and so on.
* Facilitate customer forums focused on bringing external customer insights to internal stakeholders
* Develop and execute communications plan to support organizational changes and achievement of key Managed Markets milestones
* Provide counsel to the Managed Markets Leadership Team regarding pro-active communications regarding evolving business model
* Explore and recommend personal and non-personal options and appropriate channels for communicating with organized customers, including development and maintenance of an accurate data base of customer contacts for this purpose
* Serve as communications lead for planning and execution of annual AstraZeneca Managed Markets National Meeting
Requirements Required:
* Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or similar liberal arts major
* 7-10 years’ communications experience in corporate, managed care and/or government work environment
* Demonstrated ability to interact with, counsel and influence senior executives effectively
* Proven ability to develop and execute results-driven communications strategies that are aligned with business goals and objectives
* Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, goals, and project initiatives
* Experience coordinating with communications professionals, vendors and agencies
* Strategic planning skills
* Excellent writing, editing, copywriting and proofreading skills
* Ability to establish and meet deadlines, work under pressure and handle multiple priorities
* Strong and demonstrated organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
Desirable:
* Master’s degree
* Experience with managed care customers and/or practices
* Experience supporting senior leadership
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory, inflammation, autoimmune, oncology, infection and neuroscience diseases. AstraZeneca operates in over 100 countries and its innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide. For more information please visit www.astrazeneca.com.
AstraZeneca
Making a Difference
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer
*** A JOTW Top Job from Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP
2.) Communications Advisor, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, The Woodlands, Texas
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, one of the world’s top producers of olefins and polyolefins and a leading supplier of aromatics, alpha olefins, styrenics, specialty chemicals, piping, and polymer resins. Chevron Phillips Chemical employs over 4,700 professionals at manufacturing sites and research/technology centers around the world. Chevron Phillips Chemical has the people, assets, and technology to pursue chemical opportunities on a global scale.
The award-winning Public Affairs team has an opening for a communications advisor. The successful candidate will be results oriented, flexible, and a team player. Aptitude in managing project deadlines in a fast-paced environment is essential. Strong writing skills are a must, and candidates must provide three writing samples with their resume. As a member of the Public Affairs team, the successful candidate must be willing to assist other team members as needed during peak periods.
This opening is a full-time position based in The Woodlands, Texas.
Position responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and create communication collateral for the company’s workforce development initiatives.
- Write and produce videos for internal and external use.
- Plan and execute company events, including Town Halls, Camp Chemisphere (aka Take Your Child to Work Day, National Chemistry Week Assembly, Company Picnic, etc.
- Assist in planning and executing community outreach initiatives.
- Work closely with facility public affairs representatives to provide guidance and support on local PR efforts.
- Coordinate photo/video shoots to update corporate photography/videography.
- Serve as a utility player on the Public Affairs team leading internal, marketing, digital media, and external communications projects as needed.
- Perform other Public Affairs duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related discipline from an accredited university
- Minimum of seven years full-time communications experience
- Petrochemical/oil/gas industry experience a plus
- Working knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Photoshop
All applicants must apply online at www.cpchem.com. In addition to the online application, all candidates must submit 3 writing samples via email to: ncompass@cpchem.com with the subject line Communications Advisor.
Chevron Phillips Chemical offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and at most locations, alternate work schedules. To learn more about Chevron Phillips Chemical and to be considered for a position, please visit us online today at www.cpchem.com.
Paper resumes will not be accepted. All job seekers must go to the web site to be considered for positions. If you are interested in applying for this position and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our Human Resources Service Center at 1-800-446-1422, option 4.
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP is an equal opportunity employer.
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Eligibility for Relocation: Yes
Closing Date: 04/09/2014
The position closes April 8 and applicants must apply online at http://www.cpchem.com/en-us/careers/Pages/ExperiencedProfessionals.aspx and submit 3 writing samples via email to ncompass@cpchem.com.
https://career4.successfactors.com/career?company=CPC&career_job_req_id=10621&career_ns=job_listing
3.) Employee Communications Advisor, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, The Woodlands, Texas
4.) Communications Assistant, Data Visualization, Climate Policy Initiative, San Francisco, California
*** From Anne Merrill:
Hi Ned,
Could I please include the following listing in your upcoming Jobs of the Week?
Thank you,
Anne Merrill
5.) Writer/Editor, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, DC
The Communications Division of the Marketing Office of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is seeking to hire a creative and innovative writer/editor to support the Museum’s marketing promotional needs and fundraising communications by leading the development of appropriate, consistent and complementary messaging, as well as assisting in the design and implementation of marketing and fundraising communications materials.
MAJOR DUTIES:
–Serve as a writer/editor, under the direction of the Communications Director and Editorial Director, leading the conceptualization and execution of comprehensive marketing communication materials that support the Museum’s online and offline fundraising programs. In addition to fundraising collateral, the candidate will write materials promoting the Museum’s public programs and educational and scholarly initiatives that raise awareness about the Museum through print and online channels.
–Ensure integration, consistency and appropriateness of messages in the Museum’s Comprehensive Campaign, Annual Fund, year-end fundraising campaign and all Museum communications.
–Work directly with the Editorial Director and Director of Membership on the development of copy for membership appeal and acquisition campaigns, both print and electronic.
–Serve as writer and/or editor of Museum publications, including the biannual magazine and newsletter(s) and promotional collateral for major fundraising events.
–Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
–At least five years experience in non-profit or similar fundraising organization where you served as a writer/editor and conducted editorial reviews, prepared briefings and other correspondence, implemented communication plans for an organization, developed written communications to analyze information program materials, and made modifications or recommendations to improve work products or delivery programs.
–Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with others.
–Excellent organizational ability with a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects.
Interested applicants should send their resume to Anthony Richardson, Human Resources Specialist, at: arichardson@ushmm.org. This job opportunity will close on April 9, 2014. The US Holocaust Memorial Museum is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
6.) MarCom Manager, Actian Corporation, Redwood City, CA
http://hire.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Careers.aspx?k=Job&c=qKy9Vfw6&j=oputYfw4
7.) COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
http://www.prodivnet.com/jobs/communication-coordinator
8.) Director, Corporate Communications, Fcb Health, Draftfcb Healthcare, New York City, NY
http://www.job.com/my.job/jobdisplay/page=jobview/pt=2/exl=1/key=216775527/#.Uzf89mdOXIU
9.) Communications Manager – Content Publicity, Hulu, Santa Monica, CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs/category?jvi=oX5rYfwb,Job
10.) Copywriter, Hulu, Santa Monica, CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs/category?jvi=oKIEYfwO,Job
11.) Vice President, Corporate Communications & Marketing, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), New York City, New York
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11626142
12.) MarCom Specialist (Copywriter) 065272, Philips Global, Somerset, NJ
https://philips.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=1571205
13.) Advocacy and Media Consultant, Social Science Research Council, Brooklyn, New York
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/layout/set/html_min/jobs/8407-advocacy-and-media-consultant
14.) Marketing & Event Coordinator, McFadden’s Saloon, Washington, DC
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=132077061
15.) Corporate Communications Manager Alcoa, New York City, NY
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11281894
16.) Director, Corporate Communications, Walt Disney Company, Burbank, CA
https://www.velvetjobs.com/sh/featuredjob/media/guest/15507
17.) Internal Corporate Communications Specialist, Prime Therapeutics, Minneapolis, MN
http://www.prodivnet.com/jobs/internal-corporate-communications-specialist?sk=2
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
18.) Director of Communications and New Media, National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, Ambler, PA
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/34xnk4Tztkj74
19.) Communications Specialist, client, offered through Fidato Partners, Bryn Mawr, PA
20.) Director of Communications, Covance, Indianapolis, IN or Princeton, NJ
https://sjobs.brassring.com/en/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=20090&siteid=5090&jobId=396298
21.) Social Media and Marketing Specialist, Susquehanna International Group, Philadelphia, PA
https://careers-sig.icims.com/jobs/1422/social-media-and-marketing-specialist/job
22.) Public Relations and Communications Associate, JAM Promotions, Inc., Blue Bell, PA
https://www.appone.com/maininforeq.asp?Ad=317201&R_ID=823546
23.) Strategic Marketing Communications Project Manager, Covance, Madison, WI
24.) Manager, Affiliate Partnerships Communications, National Wildlife Federation, Reston, Virginia
25.) Sr Vp Corporate Communications, Harland Clarke, San Antonio, TX
https://www.theladders.com/job/jobboard?cr=7274408&pl=s4-mar2
26.) Senior Communications Manager, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA
http://www.prodivnet.com/jobs/senior-communications-manager
*** From Camille Lepre:
27.) Public Relations Director, University Communications, American University, Washington DC
Position #11488.
For information on working at American University, visit: http://www.american.edu/HR/
https://jobs.american.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=3757
28.) Corporate Communications, Director – 13 month Fixed Term Contract, Fitch Ratings, London, United Kingdom
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/12835689
29.) Writer/Editor for “The Where There is No Doctor,” Hesperian Health Guides, Berkeley, California
*** From Theresa Hoyle:
Please post the attached job in your next newsletter.
Thanks,
Theresa Hoyle
Fiscal Technician, Sr.
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
30.) COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
Virginia Tech is seeking a communications manager for its Graduate School and, more broadly, graduate education. The successful candidate will plan, facilitate and evaluate a comprehensive communications program that effectively articulates the goals, priorities, initiatives and services of The Graduate School and graduate education at the university. The communications program will include elements of media relations, publications management, use of Internet and other forms of news/social media, and the effective use of graphic design to enhance the public’s understanding of and appreciation for the division.
For more information and to submit an application access our web site at www.jobs.vt.edu. Search on posting #AP0140066 under Administrative and Professional Faculty. Review of candidates will begin April 23, 2014.
Individuals desiring assistance/accommodation in the application/interview process should contact us at 540-231-9331 or 540-231-7227 TDD. VT is an EO/AA employer committed to diversity.
31.) Content Marketing Specialist, Henny Penny, Eaton, Ohio
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Content-Marketing-Specialist/145801.html
32.) Director, Multicultural Communications, The College Board, New York, NY
http://www.prodivnet.com/jobs/director-multicultural-communications-1
*** From Tina Belle, NCCP:
Hello,
I would like to submit the following advertisements (below) for two positions that we have available for your next job posting. Please let me know if you should have any questions.
Thank you,
Tina Belle, NCCP
AlphaMed Press
Publisher of STEM CELLS, STEM CELLS Translational Medicine, and The Oncologist
Durham NC
33.) Digital Publishing Coordinator, AlphaMed Press, Durham, NC
Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager of AlphaMed Press, a premier publisher of peer-reviewed medical journals based in Durham, NC, the Digital Publishing Coordinator is responsible for managing the digital publishing calendar and efforts for all journals, in conjunction with the Journal Content/Communications Manager and Editorial Managers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for development and publication of journal newsletters
- Manage digital publishing calendar, including establishing closing dates and coordinating with Sales, Marketing, and Editorial departments
- Develop targeted products as needed, including European and Chinese digital marketing efforts
- E-mail marketing
- Develop content and write/manage copywriting as necessary for publication of digital products
- Documentation of digital publishing policies and procedures as requested/required
- Become fully trained on Vocus; assist with issuance of press releases to media via Vocus and media contact database, assist internal departments with special projects, assist sales team with lead management
- Develop and manage internal ad production policies and procedures, including oversight of external agencies and attending production meetings
- Manage ad layout for print/digital products in conjunction with content layout
- Manage ad inventory and scheduling for digital products, identify opportunities for digital house ads
- Sales support
- Social media: develop LinkedIn and other B2B social media tools.
- Identify and develop B2B content for websites, including Oncology 360.
- Continually gain competitor intelligence to maintain our competitive advantage and report findings monthly with recommendations.
Submit resumes to: tbelle@alphamedpress.com
34.) Circulation Database Specialist, AlphaMed Press, Durham, NC
AlphaMed Press, a premier publisher of peer-reviewed medical journals based in Durham, NC, has a need for a Circulation Database Specialist. AlphaMed Press publishes The Oncologist, STEM CELLS, and STEM CELLS Translational Medicine. Journals are published in print and online, and content is also published in digital formats for iPad and smartphones as well as emails, newsletters and other efforts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date, extensive subscriber database
- Point of contact for subscription fulfillment company
- Email/newsletter list/production
- Analytics/reporting
- Development/management of ongoing subscriber acquisition methodology (vs. campaign based
- Audit oversight/management
- Customer service
- Monthly journal publication
Submit resumes to: tbelle@alphamedpress.com.
35.) Account Manager/Senior Social Media Strategist, Sparkloft Media, Portland, OR
*** From Desiree Crawford:
Please post this job and let me know you received the request.
Thanks
Desiree
Desiree Crawford
Senior Event Planner and HR Associate
National Association of REALTORS®
36.) Economic Issues Media Representative, National Association of Realtors, Washington, D.C.
The National Association of Realtors®, the nation’s largest trade association, is seeking an Economic Issues Media Representative. The Economic Issues Media Representative serves as the primary media contact for NAR’s extensive real estate data and research reports. The position involves working closely with NAR’s research staff to develop media communications strategies and tactics and craft messaging to secure coverage. S/he determines mechanisms and sources for promoting NAR’s housing data series and research and identifies relevant issues while reaching targeted real estate and economic media audiences.
The Economic Issues Media Representative will also be responsible for:
- Writing statistical and major research news releases
- Arranging deskside briefings and interviews
- Identifying opportunities to expand the influence and coverage of NAR’s economic insights in traditional and social media
- Responding to media inquiries about long-term housing data and economic issues
- Writing and updating talking points
- Helping prepare spokespeople for interviews
- Acting as spokesperson of record, when appropriate
Excellent writing skills and people skills are essential. Successful candidate will have experience in media and public affairs or related area (minimum of 7 years is preferred); a team-oriented work ethic; and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain print, broadcast and social media relationships. A Bachelor’s degree preferred. Economic or real estate knowledge desirable.
NAR offers compelling salary, exceptional benefits and a Capitol Hill/Union Station location. Please apply via our website: http://www.realtor.org/careers-at-nar/search-jobs
No phone calls, please. EOE M/F/V/H
*** From Larry Burkum:
37.) News Producer, KCRG-TV9, Cedar Rapids, IA
KCRG-TV9, the ABC affiliate in Cedar Rapids, IA, is looking to hire a news producer. KCRG dominates in the ratings with an experienced news team. You can find information about the position at http://www.thegazettecompany.com/careers/
*** From Kemi Ijaola:
38.) Public Relations Account Supervisor, GKV, Baltimore, MD
39.) Web Marketing Coordinator, Handwriting Without Tears, Cabin John, MD
40.) Sr. Associate, Outreach & Engagement, The Annie E. Casey Foundation, Baltimore, MD
41.) Corporate Communications Manager, IFF CDFI, Chicago, IL
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/12803479
42.) Manager of Marketing Communications, Bay Area Local Initiatives Support Corporation, San Francisco, California
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/layout/set/html_min/jobs/8488-manager-of-marketing-communications
43.) Social Media Manager Ad, Donovan Advertising And Marketing Services, Lititz, Pennsylvania
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Social-Media-Manager-Ad/145820.html
*** Weekly Alternative Selections:
*** From Mark Sofman:
44.) Craftsman – Life Support, Chicago Zoological Society, Brookfield, IL
45.) Dolphin Care Specialist III, Mirage, Las Vegas, NV
46.) Feedmill Mixer, New Fashion Pork, Estherville, IA
47.) Butcher, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, CA
48.) Laborer (Skinner), Baker Commodities, Inc., Phoenix, AZ
49.) SprayChic Airbrush Tanning Expert, SprayChic Airbrush Tanning, Farmington, MI
*** Weekly Piracy Report:
043-14 23.03.2014: 0630 UTC: Posn: 13:18N – 042:52E, Red Sea.
Five skiffs with three persons in each approached a chemical tanker underway at high speed. Master raised the alarm, crew mustered, fire pump activated and the on board armed security team took their position. Ladders were noticed in two skiffs as they closed to a distance of 1nm from the tanker. The security team immediately fired one rocket flare towards the skiffs and showed their weapons resulting in the skiffs aborting their approach.
042-14 31.01.2014: Singapore Straits.
Robbers boarded a barge under tow, broke open two containers and escaped with some cargo. The theft was only noticed by the tug’s crew after seven days while handing over the barge at the destination port.
041-14 20.03.2014: 0040 LT: Posn : 05:59S – 105:55E, Cigading Anchorage, Indonesia.
Three robbers boarded an anchored container ship using a rope. The duty A/B spotted the robbers and reported to D/O on the bridge. The ship raised the alarm and all crew mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the boat. The Master reported to Port Authority.
*** Ball cap of the week: @TheKnow – Chevron Phillips Chemival Company LP (thanks to Kammy Reece)
*** Coffee Mug of the week: Sea gulls
*** T- shirt of the week: Kauai – Hawaiian Islands – Got Rooster? (Thanks, Connie.)
*** Musical guest artist of the week: Arctic Monkeys
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2014 Gold Quill Awards
Check out the Gold Quill website to learn about all 47 entry categories, find one that suits you, and to submit your entry. We can’t wait to see your submissions!
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