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

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

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

Company: Claire’s Stores, Inc.

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Strategic New Businesses team is responsible for the development of the strategic direction, management, and implementation of initiatives to drive growth and profitability of the Claire’s and Icing businesses globally.

This Intern will work directly with the Director, Strategic New Businesses on a large ongoing market entry project to launch the Claire’s retail business in China, one of the company’s most important current growth initiatives. This project involves a large, cross-functional team across Claire’s, and therefore will provide this Intern with a broad business experience in many topics, as well as the opportunity to work with individuals across multiple functional areas.

The role will be based in Hoffman Estates, IL at the Claire’s Corporate Headquarters.

DURATION: Full-Time; June 4, 2012 – July 27, 2012

COMPENSATION: Paid

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Problem Solving and Analysis

· Perform analysis using internal and external data sources, as required to evaluate key business questions/hypotheses related to the China project
· Distill implications for the Claire’s business model and business setup in China
Communication and presentation· Effectively synthesize findings and recommendations in written and verbal form
· Create presentation materials as required to communicate findings and recommendations to the project team, Claire’s executives, and other internal audiences
Project Coordination· Plan analysis and pursue it in a structured manner
· Manage/support project process (i.e., core project management disciplines such as tracking and reporting, meeting management, and team communications)

REQUIREMENTS:

· Minimum Junior status at an accredited college or university, majoring in a business-related or quantitative field
· Superior analytical and critical thinking skills
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

www.clairestores.com/careers

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