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These are tips or messages from alumni, friends, and other sources.  Although we try to update this frequently, note that some of the older positions may already be filled.  For quicker notifications, sign up for the La Salle COM Job Hunters’ email list. 

Updated December 15, 2011 

Don’t forget the local PRSA or IABC job boards—lots of good opportunities there lately. Oh—and have you signed up for the La Salle COM Job Hunters’ e-mail list?  Find out about jobs before they’re posted here! 

Courtesy Nicole Giantomaso, MA alum.  Posted December 15, 2011

 

Web and Multimedia Designer, Cooper University Hospital

Can you please post this on LaSalle's job board?

Just copy this link into your browser, it should come up...

 

https://careers-cooperhealth.icims.com/jobs/17945/job

 

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Courtesy Jennifer Scheel, MA alum.  Posted December 15, 2011.  Nice PR Jobs in a suburban agency

 

Hope all is going well with you. I am now at a small agency in Souderton, PA, Allebach Communications, and we are looking to hire an account coordinator and an account executive. You can find the account executive/strategist information on Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2260847&trk=jobs_share_fb. As for the coordinator position we are looking for someone with a 3 years or less experience (recent grad) that is willing to learn and wants to grow. We haven't posted that position anywhere but they can contact me if they are interested in either position.

 

Jennifer Scheel

Account Supervisor

Allebach Communications

215.721.7693

jscheel  at allenbach dot com

 

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Courtesy Jo Anna Van Thuyne, alum.  Posted December 15, 2011.

 

Freelance Writer

 

I am looking for freelance web content writers for a long-term opportunity in the King Of Prussia area. The opportunity is full-time, onsite for 3 - 6 months. The hours are 7-3:30pm or 3:45pm-12:15am. The rate is $16-18/hr depending on experience.We  are looking for junior level writers, including students, provided they can commit to a full time position. There is no specific industry or focus for the content. Advertising or marketing experience is a bonus. Knowledge of HTML/CSS also a bonus, but not necessary.  I need STRONG, entry-level writers with samples to back it up…please have them contact me with their resume and samples.

Thanks,

Brian Murphy
Recruiting Manager
215.568.9410   215.564.1968 fax
The Creative Group | 1735 Market Street | 25th Floor | Philadelphia | PA 19103 USA | creativegroup.com

 

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Courtesy La Salle Career Services and Bro. Gerry.  Posted September 16, 2011. Some experience required.

 

Update December 15, 2011:  They are into the final round of the selection process for this position and TWO La Salle alumni are in the running.  One of them had done an internship for the organization.  InternshipsàJobs! 

 

Communications Coordinator

Association Headquarters, Inc. seeks a savvy communications professional with 3-5 years marketing/public relations experience preferably in an agency, nonprofit or AMC environment to manage the communications efforts of a wide variety of non-profit trade, medical and professional societies.

This position is responsible for the external communications and community relations for multiple non-profit association clients. The ideal candidate will be an experienced and driven individual with the ability to work both on a team and independently.

http://ahint.hrmdirect.com/employment/view.php?req=75609&

 

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Courtesy Chris Lentz, La Salle MA student and President of IABC Philly.  Posted August 31, 2011

Good job for grad student or alum with some experience.  Contact Chris if you’re interested:  chris.lentz@gmail.com

 

The Company

Chatham Financial is a financial advisory firm committed to bringing transparency and pricing efficiency to capital markets. Chatham's breadth of services includes interest rate and currency hedging, derivatives accounting, capital advisory, and defeasance consulting.  With 200 professionals in five offices, Chatham executes $350 billion equivalent transactions on behalf of its clients annually.

 

Chatham's 700+ client base is comprised primarily of real estate companies, private equity investment funds, corporations, and mid-cap financial institutions. Chatham's approach is to provide a high level of comfort and trust with our clients and to become their capital markets specialists, allowing them to focus on their core business. 

 

Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and hard work. We would rather be governed by principles than rules, and we think that leadership should be gained through influence, not by title. Our interview and employment process is designed to attract people who can subscribe to, and constantly embody, the core values that we represent.  Every member of our team must be completely trustworthy, possess high ethical standards, and be a great team player.

 

 

The Role

The Marketing team is a centralized group that provides support for Chatham’s global business.  We seek to hire an individual that brings experience in the field of marketing communication to lead Chatham’s day to day marketing communication activities as well as help Chatham advance in its overall marketing creativity, sophistication and impact.  Key areas of responsibility include:

·         Hands on ownership and management for Chatham’s US and European websites

·         Drive online strategy, SEO and website optimization

·         Email marketing campaigns

·         Webinars

·         Public Relations/Advertising Coordination

·         Coordination/oversight of outside creative agencies including PR, creative resources and web hosting/development

·         Conference/event planning  and oversight

·         Monitor brand integrity/cross company brand coordination

·         CRM  database coordination and reporting

 

Requirements

The nature of the team and size of the organization demands a person with broad experience who can dive deep into specific communication areas.  This person needs a can-do attitude and willingness to dig into the details and do what it takes to get the job done.  Equally critical to success is the ability to build rapport and gain trust.  You will work with a broad range of people and must have good interpersonal skills.  You must be able to juggle multiple priorities providing excellent service in all areas and have strong task, organization and project management skills.  Responsibilities will require working both alone and with groups and you must be both an excellent listener as well as a strong communicator.

 

Preference is given to candidates that are tech savvy, have worked in B2B marketing organizations with a relatively large and diverse client base and who are experienced in the following areas:

·         Online marketing/website content management – managing web content, postings and content changes

·         Strong written communication skills

·         Solid creative and design skills

·         Conference/event planning and marketing outreach

·         Creative development of marketing materials and brochures

·         CRM systems/data reporting and analysis

·         Hands on experience with the following systems is helpful:  Word Press CMS, Adobe CS4 or greater (including InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoShop), Salesforce CRM system or equivalent, email campaign system

 

A minimum of 5+ years experience in marketing communication is required for this position. 

 

Chatham Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

To apply:  recruiting@chathamfinancial.com

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Courtesy Queen Muse, La Salle student.  Posted August 11, 2011. 

 

I have a favor to ask as well. Scholastic is looking for a publicist and they asked if I had any friends/recent grads in the New York area or willing to move for a job. If so, please tell them to email their resume to qmuse@scholastic.com and I'll pass it on.

 

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Courtesy Matthew Zaccagni, 2011 La Salle alum.  Posted August 11, 2011. 

 

Job Opening: Internet Organizer, Student PIRGs  (Chicago, IL)

 

U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) is a nationwide network of state-based public interest advocacy organizations that has worked for over thirty years to uncover and fight threats to the environment, public health, consumer well-being, and democratic government. We use investigative research, media strategies, grassroots organizing, advocacy, and litigation to deliver consistent, results-oriented public interest activism and to achieve concrete and lasting political change.

As U.S. PIRG's campus organizing program, the Student PIRGs tap into student idealism and energy and help student volunteers and activists turn their concerns into effective action.

 

The Student PIRGs' Internet Organizer works with the organization's network of staff and students to coordinate their online outreach done through email, social networks, and text messaging.

 

Job Description:

 

- Write, edit and send email alerts to our national network of over

200,000 online activists, helping us build deeper affinity with our supporters, recruit new online members, raise funds, and recruit students to take action. .

 

- Work with our staff to help them develop email messages to send to segments of the list based on geography and issue interest. Provide training, feedback, and editorial support to ensure that all email messages sent are of the highest possible quality. .

 

- Train staff and students in the latest best practices for organizing on social networks including Facebook and Twitter. Maintain our national social network presence. .

 

- Manage tracking and analytics for our online program. Provide weekly reports on key statistics such as list size, open rates, click-through rates, etc. .

 

- Work with program staff to develop online tactics for their campaigns.

Explore ways to utilize new technologies for political organizing. .

 

Qualifications:

 

Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to public interest issues and a track-record of leadership and academic excellence. We're looking for a goal-driven and results-oriented individual who has excellent writing and analytical skills, the ability to work well with a team, and enthusiasm for the work. Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, post-college. .

 

Salary and Benefits:

 

Salary for this position is set on a non-profit advocacy scale and will be commensurate with relevant experience. A competitive benefits package includes optional health care coverage, educational loan assistance, a retirement plan, and paid vacation and sick days. Opportunities for advancement, travel and additional training are available. .

 

Location:

 

Chicago, IL

 

Application:

 

To apply, e-mail your cover letter and résumé to James Dubick at jamesd@studentpirgs.org. We'll carefully consider your application and if we think you're a good fit, we'll be in touch.

 

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Courtesy William Sieberlich, IABC.  August 2, 2011

 

Job Title :

Client Marketing Services Manager

Description :

Saint-Gobain is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of building materials, and a leader in the production of high-performance materials and glass containers with more that 1,000 subsidiaries in 64 countries. Saint-Gobain was founded in 1665 and is headquartered in Paris, France. Saint-Gobain had sales of $53.2 billion in 2010 and employs nearly 190,000 people worldwide. In the United States and Canada, Saint-Gobain had sales of approximately $7.3 billion and employed approximately 19,000 people in 2010. The company has approximately 150 manufacturing plants and more than 100 distribution outlets throughout North America. Saint-Gobain North American businesses include: CertainTeed Corporation (Valley Forge, PA), Norandex Building Materials Distribution (Hudson, OH), Saint-Gobain Abrasives (Worcester, MA), Saint-Gobain Crystals (Hiram, OH), Verallia North America (Muncie, IN), Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics (Grand Island, NY).We are currently searching for a Client Marketing Services Manager to join the Saint-Gobain North American in our Valley Forge, PA hub.

Job Responsibilities :

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES-
The Client Marketing Services Manager will provide strategic marketing advice and support to all Saint-Gobain companies in North America, helping them to develop long-range marketing plans and strategies to drive sales and increase market share.

They will manage the Department’s account handling function, developing strong client relationships and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

Develop business with existing clients. Provide information on client development potential to Manager, Creative Services, and contribute to the strategic planning for future Creative Services department services, evolution and growth. Identify new business targets and opportunities.

Provide strategic marketing advice for key Saint-Gobain clients, including but not limited to:
Work with clients to establish brand positioning
Create messaging to support brand positioning
Establish communication objectives to support marketing efforts
Create marketing communication strategies to achieve brand and project objectives
Ensure marketing communication strategies align with client and group goals
Determine tactics to achieve marketing communications strategies
Ensure alignment of all marketing communication tactics within each division
Develop and implement specific marketing communication tactics to achieve client goals and objectives.
Management of CS account handling staff to ensure they meet appropriate CS standards for responsiveness of customer service, including:
•Supervising day-to-day workload and client contact of account handling staff
•Partner with Creative Director, Design to ensure that staff is well matched to account/project requirements
•Mentoring staff to develop their project management and customer service capabilities
•Identify training needs
•Conducting annual appraisals and regular staff evaluations and providing feedback
•Providing recommendations for overall staffing levels in the account handling function
•Authorizing use/management of freelancers

Overall management of key client relationships, including:
•Ensuring that providing excellent service and results is focus of all client interactions
•Coordinating business development in relation to current clients, maximizing the potential of each account and expanding the role of Creative Services to help clients meet their objectives using the full range of services offered by the department
•Identifying resource needs and recommending an account team to best serve each client’s needs
•Client consultation (clarifying needs, objectives, target audience, budget, timelines, messaging, etc)
•Providing project financial estimates and budget planning
•Account/Project management (interact with clients, ensure jobs are delivered within the agreed budget and timescales, and to a high standard)
•Obtain client feedback on CS performance and provide to CS staff
•Provide regular troubleshooting and problem solving to resolve issues that could affect project outcomes and relationships with clients
•Leading account teams to develop and facilitate branding, product introduction and marketing communication brainstorming sessions
•Marketing planning support (developing solutions to accomplish strategic marketing objectives)
•Project management (ensuring jobs are delivered within the agreed budget and timescales, and to a high standard)

Departmental project planning and workflow management, including:
•Developing appropriate tools, mechanisms, policies and procedures for traffic and project management
•Providing ongoing analysis of account handling performance and drive ways of maximizing efficiency
•Distribution of specific projects/accounts among staff
•Monitoring individual project performance against budget and timescales

Assist Manager, Creative Services, with the strategic development of new accounts, including:
•Identifying opportunities for business development
•Actively promoting the Department’s capabilities and services to new clients
•Developing tools to promote and explain Creative Services’ role and mission

REQUIREMENTS-
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related business field is highly preferred
Minimum five years’ experience with an advertising or marketing agency, or in an “in-house” marketing role
In-depth knowledge of marketing strategic planning
Excellent knowledge of marketing trends, tools and techniques
Solid computer skills, especially Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Good presentation skills

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
M/F/D/V

City :

Valley Forge

State :

Pennsylvania

Ref. Code :

DL7501

 

Click here to apply

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Courtesy William Sieberlich, IABC.  Posted July 29, 2011. 

Please Touch Museum®

Position Description

Director – Media Relations **

 

Reports To:

VP, External Relations& Business Development

 

Department:

External Relations

 

Direct Reports:

Specialist

 

 

Division:

Media Relations

 

FLSA Status:

Exempt

 

Grade:

 

 

 

 

 

Effective Date:

7/11

 

Status:

Full-Time

 

Hours / Week:

40

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Vice President, the Director of Media Relations works within a team environment to lead the overall communications efforts of the museum, including. Media Relations, website content and social media platforms.         

 

Essential Functions:
  • Assist the VP in overseeing management of Media Relations.  Build and maintain a strong functional team through coaching, team building and succession planning;
  • Maintain high degree of motivation in team members to retain focus of providing highest level of customer satisfaction;
  • With VP, External Relations develop and implement a long-range PR and press plan that strategically positions Please Touch Museum with key members of the media;
  • Work closely with President’s office to oversee the response for all crisis situations that arise, identifying the appropriate spokesperson for each situation, and developing the systems that ensure timely/consistent response;
  • Establish and manage personal contact with media representatives;
  • Coordinate with Communications Specialist to ensure that institutional messages are communicated to media. Increase the presence in media outlets that do not already cover the museum;
  • Oversee the writing and distribution of the museum’s press materials, web copy, newsletters, email communications, and Annual Report;
  • Coordinate with Web & Graphic Designer and Communications Specialist to create content for website and similar platforms for external communication and to increase museum presence in new digital media;
  • Create speeches and talking points for museum events, including fundraisers, awards ceremonies and exhibit openings;
  • Enlist museum staff for strategic speaking engagements in local community and at industry events; and
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism. Master degree preferred;
  • 5+ year experience in Media Relations or related;
  • Three to five years of management experience with a demonstrated ability to lead employees and get results; 
  • Understanding of web content management systems including Adobe Contribute;
  • Standing relationships with local media outlets;
  • Effective leadership skills that can energize multi-disciplined work teams to respond to business needs;
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills; and
  • Proven experience with negotiation, problem analysis and problem resolution.

 

To apply for this position please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources Department, Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA  19131. 215-581-3189; Fax to: (215)-581-3182 or e-mail to:  jmeyers@pleasetouchmuseum.org  EOE.

 

 

 

12/15/11