Museum of Contemporary Photography
Columbia College

Chicago, IL
Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 11, 000 undergraduate and graduate students emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting.

The Museum of Contemporary Photography is seeking applications for a Manager of Development & Marketing.

The successful candidate will serve as a member of the museum’s team and will have direct responsibility for all aspects of development, marketing, public relations, and membership.

Job Requirements
Minimum Education & Experience:

• A master’s degree in communications, business, arts administration, or related field (or an equivalent degree).
• Knowledge of, or degree, in art or art history.
• At least four years of experience in development (not-for-profit setting preferred).
• Proven record of attainment of funding for arts programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills; Ability to work with a wide variety of people inside and outside the museum, in particular the press, grants organizations, and museum patrons.
• Background in fundraising, and promotion.
• Experience in the maintenance of web sites and the use of new technologies in marketing museums.

To view the complete application and apply, please visit: www.colum.edu/EmploymentServices (Job ID 100373).

IMPORTANT: Only applications submitted through https://employment.colum.edu will be considered. At the start of the online application please upload ONE document that combines your cover letter and resume; do not upload each document separately. The title of your document should be less than 60 characters and saved as a word.doc, word.dox, or PDF. Complete the online application including the names and contact information for three professional references. You will receive an email confirmation once you have successfully submitted your application. Please visit www.colum.edu/EmploymentServices for application guidelines. If you experience technical difficulties please email careers@colum.edu. No phone calls or hard copy materials please.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, LGBTQ, disabled, and minority individuals to apply for all positions.

Delphi

Troy, Michigan

INTRODUCTION:

Delphi is a leading global supplier of electronics and technologies for automotive, commercial vehicle and other market segments. Operating major technical centers, manufacturing sites and customer support facilities in 30 countries, Delphi delivers real-world innovations that make products smarter and safer as well as more powerful and efficient. Connect to innovation at www.delphi.com.

The company website is http://www.delphi.com.

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Marketing

SUMMARY:

The Executive Communications Director will develop scripts for financial presentations, persuasive leadership communications, high level customer correspondence, shareholder communications, executive speeches, key presentations and talking points to support the company’s top leadership with primary focus on the CEO, CFO and CTO. This position will write, edit, and develop various high-level communications messaging and materials to support the overall reputation management program. In addition, the Executive Communications Director supports the Corporate Affairs & Marketing team in drafting other high-visibility printed and digital material as needed, including publications, presentations, web copy, blog posts, etc.

External communications is considered a critical area for the company given the increasingly high level of interest in Delphi as a public company. The Executive Communications Director will play a key senior role with department targeting messages about the automotive and technology company. This position creates speeches and presentations for a wide range of internal and external audiences including senior executive leadership, the financial community, shareholders, customers, prospects government officials, opinion leaders, the media and the public at large.

Specifically, the Executive Communications Director will provide the messaging expertise to position Delphi executives as thought leaders on the major issues shaping our world today.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Develop core communications materials for the company regarding key reputation management themes.

o Write executive speeches, key presentations and translate complex financial related materials to a broader audience.

o Research, write and edit corporate communications texts so that messages are clear and meaningful.

o Write and edit sections of the company’s annual report.

o Deliver company presentations, videos and other core materials describing the organization.

REQUIREMENTS:

o Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, business Minimum of 8-10 years communications experience.

Demonstrated ability as a speechwriter.

o Successful candidate will be a quick thinker and have demonstrated ability to produce compelling material that is written with precision and clarity.

o A strong, efficient and facile writer with a thick skin who can take feedback from multiple sources to produce high quality speeches, presentations, financial materials, thought pieces, etc. Top writing skills with great attention to detail and high work standards.

o Demonstrated ability to build relationships across an organization and at all levels, including working effectively with senior level stakeholders to get their “voice.”

o A self-starter approach with a strong interest in helping to position Delphi’s corporate strategy while balancing the interests of senior leaders while keeping focus on executing the strategy.

o Experience counseling and working closely with C-suite executives.

For more information, please contact Heyman Associates:

Jenn Wilson

Associate

212-784-2711

jwilson@heymanassociates.com

The Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated awarded over $28,000 in scholarships and book stipends to area students at its Annual Scholarship Recognition Breakfast at Beulah Missionary Baptist Church. More than 40 high school seniors from DeKalb County and surrounding areas competed in this year’s scholarship competition.

Top honors went to the following winners:

1st Place – Christina Lynne Evans of Druid Hills High School: $5000.00

2nd Place – Teryn Thornton of Chamblee Charter High School: $3500.00

3rd Place – Henderson Johnson of Chamblee Charter High School: $1500.00

Additionally, the following 26 students who qualified as finalists will receive a $500.00 book stipend. Jalal Abdul-Azeez, W. D. Mohammad High School; Jasmine Bailey, Southwest DeKalb HighSchool; Johnna Bateman, Columbia high school; James S. Brown, Southwest DeKalb High School; Sydny Caldwell, DeKalb School of the Arts; Austin Copper, Clarkston High School; Jesse Harris, Parkview High School; Shannon Hodge, Druid Hills High School; Kierra Jarman, Druid Hills High School; Daria Johnson, Druid Hills High School; Jabari Kilcrease, Dunwoody High School; Deric Long, Jr., Westminster High School; Elandra Loyal, Chamblee Charter High School; Kamry Mack, Dunwoody High School; Valentine Mba, Chamblee Charter High School; Gabrielle Miller, Lakeside High School; Elaine Mills, Southwest DeKalb High School; Breyanna Morning, Chamblee Charter High School; Sakinah Muhammad, Druid Hills High School; Danielle Reed, Chamblee Charter High School; Kayla Rhynes, Druid Hills High School; Taylor Saab, DeKalb School of the Arts; Jordan Smith, Chamblee Charter High School; Roshaud Turner, Whitewater High School; Tony Weaver, Greenforest Christian Academy High School; Erica Williams, Chamblee Charter High School.

As part of the sorority’s continuing commitment to education, the top winners from the 2009, 2010 and 2011 competitions are also eligible to receive a continuing book stipend in the amount of $500. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University on January 13, 1913. Since its inception, the sorority has been involved in providing service and support to local communities, leading the dialogue on public policy issues, supporting quality education, providing scholarships, sponsoring artistic innovation, creating positive opportunities for the development of youth, and producing new projects to stimulate current and future growth. The Decatur Alumnae Chapter was chartered in 1973 to expand the sorority’s mission, including a commitment to providing public service to the DeKalb County community.

For further information regarding upcoming scholarships or other chapter programs, please visit the Decatur Alumnae Chapter website at http://www.dstdac.org.

Job Description

At Draftfcb, the Communications Manager is a key member of the agency’s Corporate Communications team, providing leadership in building the agency’s reputation. This person has proven skill in public relations – whether online or off – and uses this knowledge to think creatively about communications solutions. We’re looking for a relationship-builder, both online and offline. A detail-oriented pro. Someone who rolls up their sleeves and gets the job done.

This individual will report directly to the VP, Director of Corporate Communications based in Chicago.

Job Requirements

Taylor County Commissioner Clinton Perry was sworn in as President of the Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) after being selected by his peers to serve on the organization’s Board of Managers.  The installation ceremony was conducted by Department of Corrections Commissioner Brian Owens during the “Celebrating Leadership Luncheon” at the 2012 ACCG Annual Meeting, which took place at the Savannah Civic Center on April 30, 2012.

ACCG is a membership services association that works on behalf of Georgia’s county governments.  Formed in 1914 with 19 charter county members, today ACCG represents all 159 county governments in the state.  ACCG provides programs and services in the areas of public policy and legislative advocacy, leadership enhancement, civic and community engagement and cost-efficient services such as insurance and retirement on behalf of Georgia’s county officials and their local communities

“I am proud to serve as the first ACCG President from Taylor County,” said Commissioner Perry.  “I stand on the shoulders of great individuals who came before me and encouraged me to get involved with ACCG.  I appreciate the leadership development opportunities and the many programs and services that this organization offers to county officials.”

Clinton Perry earned his degree in psychology from Tuskegee University. He served eight years in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a Captain in the Intelligence Branch in 1992.  He is a member of several civic, social and professional organizations such as Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Freerun 518^th Masonic Lodge and the Georgia Prison Wardens Association (GPWA).  He is also a licensed insurance agent and funeral director with his family’s firm, Bentley’s Chain of Funeral Homes of Middle Georgia.

In addition to his service on the Taylor County Board of Commissioners, Perry serves as Vice-Chair for the River Valley Regional Development Commission and is a Board Member of the Valley Partnership.  Chairman Perry was also appointed by Governor Perdue to serve on the Public Defenders Supervisory Panel for the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit in February 2010.  Last year, Chairman Perry served as ACCG’s Second Vice President.

“Chairman Perry is a dedicated public servant, serving as an elected official as well as a Superintendent at the McEver Probation Facility for the Department of Corrections,” said Ross King.  “He understands the importance of encouraging county officials to get involved in our legislative advocacy, leadership development and membership services programs, and I look forward to working with him in the coming year.”

The Central State University Board of Trustees announced today Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond as the 8th President of the University.

Dr. Hammond has built a distinguished career in higher educational leadership. Under her guidance as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Coppin State University, she guided six prominent initiatives: the reformation of the General Education core curriculum, establishment of the Center for Undergraduate Research, 2010 strategic planning, development of the First Year Experience program, designed and received external funding for the Advisement and Retention Center for the School of Education, and development of tenure criteria. Most recently Dr. Hammond served as a lead consultant for H&H Educational Consultants specializing in strategic planning, curriculum design, accreditation, and standards-based assessments.

We are very excited about our selection,” said Gary Dowdell, Chair of the Central State University Board of Trustees. “Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond has a demonstrated leadership background and comes to Central State University at a time when we are poised to make great strides in building for the future.”

Cynthia Jackson Hammond holds a Doctorate of Education from Grambling State University, a Masters of Education from University of Louisiana in Monroe, an Education Specialist degree from University of Louisiana in Monroe, and an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree also from Grambling.  Dr. Hammond is an outstanding and sought after speaker on issues related to cultural competency, the unique contributions of HBCU’s, and global education.  She has a number of publications to her credit and is a Harvard Fellow and a 1987-89 Louisiana State Board of Regents Fellow.

“I am extremely thrilled and honored to be named the next President of Central State University. This institution has a 125-year history of academic excellence and transforming the lives of students. I look forward to joining the campus community of administrators, faculty, staff, alumni, and students to continue this great legacy and lead the University toward meeting the needs of an ever-changing society and a global future,” said Dr. Hammond.

“From a total of 51 candidates, Dr. Hammond was one of four presented to the Central State University Board of Trustees in late April by the Presidential Search Advisory Committee.  The Committee was comprised of faculty, students and alumni,” according to Dowdell.  “Our goal was to select a leader who would build on the accomplishments of John W. Garland who led the University for 15 years.”  Garland announced his retirement from his alma mater last September and will leave Central State University June 30.

Dr. Hammond is a native of Monroe, Louisiana and is married to Dr. James Eric Hammond Sr.  The couple has three children; James Eric Jr. married to Sylvia Woodard, Christopher Adam, and Erin Jenea.  The Hammonds are the proud grandparents of Alexander age 6 and Franchesca age 2.  Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond’s appointment as President of Central State University is effective July 1, 2012.

McDonald’s USA

Oak Brook, Illinois

Job Description

Department Purpose
The U.S. Media Relations Department develops and executes national media relations strategies designed to proactively tell McDonald’s story and deliver consistent, strategic brand messages to all external audiences. The department also manages brand reputation through crisis management across multiple disciplines of McDonald’s USA, to help promote and protect brand McDonald’s.

U.S. Media Relations is responsible for providing media relations and crisis and issues management and other responsibilities to support McDonald’s U.S. Leadership, home office departments as well as local markets, franchisees, suppliers and others, to help develop and execute media relations strategies that support business priorities, programs and leadership initiatives that drive U.S. business plans.

Position
Working with the Director of Media Relations and the newly created role of Manager of Media Communications, the Manager of U.S. Media Relations is responsible for providing media relations counsel, strategy and support, as well as crisis and issues management to support McDonald’s U.S. business and brand.

Key Customers
Senior leadership, Owner/Operators and Owner/Operator organizations, U.S. Marketing, field marketing & communications, corporate communication peers (e.g., Global Communications, Media Relations, etc.), and others as needed pending program work.

Media Relations Strategy & Counsel
Principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supports the development and execution of traditional media strategies in support of McDonald’s U.S. Business, strengthening overall brand reputation while also effectively managing issues.
• Aligns media relations execution with other U.S. Communication departmental areas (e.g., public affairs, external communications and PR, internal and management communications), especially in areas of brand reputation.
• Develops and produces branded content to share with internal and external audiences on McDonald’s USA business, brand commitments.
• Identifies proven social strategies to reach key media audiences and influencers online while activating and measuring the impact of such engagement.
• Proactively finds and analyzes best practices, industry data, and future trends for possible incorporation into McDonald’s traditional and social media efforts as appropriate.
• Identifies new technologies and networks that can support McDonald’s media relations and social strategy.
• Monitors, measures and provides feedback reporting to Director of Media Relations and other key members of the team on results of traditional media outreach, social media activation, engagement ‘ i.e., what is working, where there are still opportunities, etc.
• Supports cross-functional team in activating appropriate traditional media channels/response vehicles in the event of a brand issue/crisis.
• Facilitates media, crisis and issues management training for leadership, staff, franchisees, suppliers and agency partners.
• Manages media issues, including support of the 24-hour field assistance MAP Line.
• Gathers, analyzes and incorporates appropriate brand and industry research to ensure that media execution resonates with and motivates our audiences.
• Identifies and applies new, creative ways to reach McDonald’s internal and external audiences through traditional and social media.
• Fields and manages day-to-day media inquiries.
• Create and sustain media relationships with national print and broadcast media.
• Execute proactive media placements to promote brand McDonald’s and support the U.S. business strategy.
• Facilitates media interviews with company leadership and other internal subject matter experts.
• Writes and edit press releases, media statements and other relevant communications materials.
• Seeks ongoing development opportunities to strengthen individual leadership and counsel within traditional and social media.

Relationship Building

• Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders across the U.S. Business, especially with those departments and individuals that the Media Relations, Social Media and External Public Relations teams support, as well as with Owner/Operators, field marketing and communications and national and local PR agencies as well as Global Media Relation Team, as well as other functional teams within U.S. Communications and the U.S. Business.
• Creates and sustains relationships with national media.
• Demonstrates teamwork within External Communications and the U.S. Communications team as a whole ‘ i.e., supporting team members, providing coaching/mentoring.
• Represents U.S. Communications both internally within the McDonald’s system and externally at industry and business functions, events, etc. Brings back knowledge and new information to the team and department in order to further collective skills development, leadership.

Resource Management/Administration

• Develops and manages resources to support ownership communications programs (e.g., budget, agency support, team support, etc.).
• Ensures that all programs are kept within established budgets.
• Provides Director with regular updates on resource management (e.g., quarterly budget updates/projections, agency support, etc.).
• Complete all routine administrative functions (e.g., expense reports, budgets, etc.) in an accurate and timely fashion.

Agency & Vendor Management

• Manages national/regional PR agencies in the development of leadership media strategies to support proactive and reactive brand reputation efforts.
• Monitors quality of work and provides ongoing feedback and counsel in ownership areas to agency partners to help them meet objectives, deliver the best work
• Monitors and guides agency spend against established budgets to ensure effective resource management

Job Requirements

Experience – Skills Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or other related field.
• 5-7 years Media Relations and Crisis Management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of social/new media technology, as well as traditional print and broadcast media with experience in crisis/issues management.
• Experience working with public relations agencies, account/business management.
• Experience in content production and journalism desired.
• Experience in multicultural media relations and engagement through social media is a plus.
• Familiarity with traditional and social media monitoring tools and related metrics reporting.
• Must enjoy working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with constant change.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter and good team player.
• Creative thinker ‘ solid experience in concept to execution of new ideas.
• Solution oriented problem solver.
• Results-oriented with proven track record in leading successful media (traditional and social) programs.
• Networking and relationship-building skills are imperative. Ability to influence others outside direct line of control, management.
• High level of strategic focus, planning, perspective.
• Excellent writing, design and presentation skills.
• 25 ‘ 30% travel required.

Please apply directly to the link provided:

http://sh.webhire.com/jobcart/view_job.cart?JOB_ID=2620066&ACCT_NAME=MCD&SITE=I&CCC_DEST=CS

The Joint Commission

Oakbrook, Illinois

Job Description

Social Media Specialist

This position requires a seasoned social media expert to lead The Joint Commission enterprise in its efforts to positively position the enterprise and its brand in the social media arena. Will develop a strategic social media plan for the enterprise; work closely with its affiliates on establishing social media tactics that support and are congruent with the enterprise plan; coordinate efforts of the enterprise social media council; and identify and develop measurement tools to monitor the effectiveness of the social media activities.

Specifically, this position will ensure The Joint Commission’s social media presence in the following sites:

Facebook, Google +, Twitter, You Tube, LinkedIn.

Excellent benefits include: 3 weeks vacation, generous holiday and personal day schedule, flextime, 401K with company match, company paid retirement plan.

Visit our website for more information and to apply.

https://www9.ultirecruit.com/JOI1001/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=454

Helping Health Care Organizations Help Patients

EOE M/F/D/V

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree. Three to five years experience in social media. Solid knowledge of the following:

Microsoft Share Point, Google Analytics, Microsoft Office Suite Professional, focus on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop & Acrobat Professional, Exact Target, and Radian 6.

For Full-Service Advertising Agency

Pittsburgh, PA

Our client is willing to relocate for the right candidate to Pittsburgh-based headquarters.  In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for multiple client initiatives. Duties may include media relations, social media strategy and execution, crisis and reputation management, event marketing and cause marketing, in addition to day-to-day client service and project management. The ideal candidate will have superb writing skills from press releases to speeches. We are looking for someone who can manage every aspect of a project from start to finish.

The agency serves a broad range of categories, primarily consumer. While some clients are PR-only, others represent integrated marketing campaigns requiring close collaboration with other marketing/advertising disciplines. There will be daily contact with clients and work with all levels within and outside our agency. You may also play a role in new business efforts.

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree, with a minimum of five solid years of PR agency experience.

If you are interested, please send your resume directly to:

Tina Dugas

Sr. Associate

Bloom, Gross & Associates

tcdugas@bloomgross.com

Preferred Hotel Group

Chicago, Illinois

Job Description

The Director, Media Relations/Public Relations is a key interface between the company and the media in North America. The primary responsibility of the director is to execute the media relations strategy and optimize coverage of PHG in media outlets throughout North America. The director is responsible for writing press releases; pitching stories and securing placement of PHG related articles; developing and maintaining productive relationships with key industry, trade and consumer journalists and editors; and managing the company’s external PR agency.

Under the direct supervision of the Vice President, Corporate Communications, the Director, Media Relations/Public Relations shall liaise with multiple internal departments, executives and business owners to support their respective activities. There is regular interaction with senior executives, member hotels, journalists, editors and agencies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute public relations strategy as directed by Vice President, Corporate Communications
• Draft and edit trade and consumer press releases.
• Pitch stories to press as appropriate
• Liaise with external agencies, internal resources to develop press stories that support PHG corporate goals and objectives.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with journalists and editors
• Prepare elements of a media strategy and action plans
• Serve as company spokesperson
• Execute and manage regional PR budget
• Manage press room on company’s website and appropriate databases, eg.Vocus
• Accept additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum of seven to ten years of progressive experience in media relations.
• Extremely strong written skills including writing for press releases, talking points, and feature articles
• Extremely strong oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects; detail oriented
• Knowledge of media outlets, journalists and editors
• Travel/hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• Four year degree from a colleague or university
• Advance degree preferred, but not required