PR Director - Arlington, VA
1/10/2010
Looking for a creative PR strategist, who will be responsible for developing and executing creative media driven public relations programs that promote the company and its people. This is a stong, stable and growing company with an excellent reputation. The communications group is great to work with, and there is definitely lots of opportunity as the company, and the communications department expands.
KEY DUTIES
Responsible for establishing on-going key public relations programs in each of the company’s markets.
Support and further current public relations initiatives
Responsible to develop strategic partnerships and programs that will further the brand within communities (e.g., speaker’s series, literacy effort, etc.)
Responsible for media tours introducing the company to new markets and/or existing markets
Responsible for establishing programs within company to identify stories
Oversees the development and implementation of media support materials (e.g., press kits, backgrounders, press releases, fact sheets, bios) in areas as needed.
Develop special events as needed
Responsible for research, writing and promotion of press releases, articles and other communications pieces
Serve as media relations contact in the regional markets
Identify and prepare approved spokespeople for media interviews
Work closely with Regional Marketing Managers to ensure maximum media opportunities are achieved through the media buys
Manage editorial calendar opportunities in key regions.
Management of outside public relations agency
Develop and manage annual budget
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 10 years experience with demonstrated success in PR program planning and execution.
Ability to manage multiple projects to timely and accurate completion within budget.
Agency experience a MUST
Proven ability to manage a department and/or staff
Must have proven ability to operate in a fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field required
Excellent proofreading skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Position requires some travel
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KEY DUTIES
Responsible for establishing on-going key public relations programs in each of the company’s markets.
Support and further current public relations initiatives
Responsible to develop strategic partnerships and programs that will further the brand within communities (e.g., speaker’s series, literacy effort, etc.)
Responsible for media tours introducing the company to new markets and/or existing markets
Responsible for establishing programs within company to identify stories
Oversees the development and implementation of media support materials (e.g., press kits, backgrounders, press releases, fact sheets, bios) in areas as needed.
Develop special events as needed
Responsible for research, writing and promotion of press releases, articles and other communications pieces
Serve as media relations contact in the regional markets
Identify and prepare approved spokespeople for media interviews
Work closely with Regional Marketing Managers to ensure maximum media opportunities are achieved through the media buys
Manage editorial calendar opportunities in key regions.
Management of outside public relations agency
Develop and manage annual budget
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 10 years experience with demonstrated success in PR program planning and execution.
Ability to manage multiple projects to timely and accurate completion within budget.
Agency experience a MUST
Proven ability to manage a department and/or staff
Must have proven ability to operate in a fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field required
Excellent proofreading skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Position requires some travel
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New search for a PR Director in DC area
12/31/2009
I'm working with one of my favorite clients...they're based in Virginia, outside of Washington DC. We're looking for a PR Director with strong creative ideas together with the energy and ability to put those ideas into action.
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is ready to make their mark in the industry. Lots of freedom and support, exciting, fast paced environment with really nice people to work with. Best yet is that they actually have a wonderful message, so it's something you can really be passionate about.
The job is 80% media relations and 20% internal work. Corporate communications currently has five directors and is growing, as the company has been experiencing steady growth over the past several years and is going strong.
We are looking for someone with about eight years of experience -- the right person MUST have several years of PR agency experience creating and implementing creative, strategic programs in the consumer/business industry. This is what we are looking for, so if it's you, please get in touch!
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This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is ready to make their mark in the industry. Lots of freedom and support, exciting, fast paced environment with really nice people to work with. Best yet is that they actually have a wonderful message, so it's something you can really be passionate about.
The job is 80% media relations and 20% internal work. Corporate communications currently has five directors and is growing, as the company has been experiencing steady growth over the past several years and is going strong.
We are looking for someone with about eight years of experience -- the right person MUST have several years of PR agency experience creating and implementing creative, strategic programs in the consumer/business industry. This is what we are looking for, so if it's you, please get in touch!
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Invitation to Jeri's Holiday Jewelry Showcase
12/08/2009
I am helping my very talented friend, Jeri Slavin, with her jewelry show this Thursday. You are invited!! It's Thursday (Dec 10th) starting at 5 PM. The show will be at Resource Furniture's innovative showroom: 969 Third Avenue (58th Street) Please come! Following are some sample photos of some necklaces.
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By the way: Gorgeous Necklaces (perfect present - for YOU)
11/18/2009
My friend Jeri Slavin is a wealth management advisor for a major international bank in one life, and in her other life, she creates the most gorgeous necklaces!
The materials she uses are interesting...precious metals from the east, unusual pearls from China (dipped coin pearls and corn flake pearls!!)and even gorgeous minerals. All beautifully put together and very special.
The prices range from $100 to around $450. They are worth seeing! But be prepared, because you will want one of your own.
We are showing them at the innovative Resource Furniture Showroom at 969 Third Avenue on Thursday, December 10th 6 to 9 PM. YOU ARE ALL INVITED!
Look forward to seeing you there!
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The materials she uses are interesting...precious metals from the east, unusual pearls from China (dipped coin pearls and corn flake pearls!!)and even gorgeous minerals. All beautifully put together and very special.
The prices range from $100 to around $450. They are worth seeing! But be prepared, because you will want one of your own.
We are showing them at the innovative Resource Furniture Showroom at 969 Third Avenue on Thursday, December 10th 6 to 9 PM. YOU ARE ALL INVITED!
Look forward to seeing you there!
A Good PR Headhunter Will Never Die
11/18/2009
The same way someone would ask about a sick grandmother, I've been asked what I think the future holds for my business now that there are things like Linked In, Facebook and Twitter to connect the world of jobs with the world of candidates.
A headhunter who is really expert at their profession, and delivers a very high touch, specialized service, has nothing to be afraid of. And as for me, I am fortunate to work within a very high touch, specialized business as well, which further nails in the need for my services. So I'm not afraid.
The right person for a job in the communications industry has to have the right style, the right network, the right chemistry. How they look, how they dress how they speak all has to make sense for each particular job. The right person must understand all the tools of the trade and the best way to utilize them for whatever particular industry they will be working in.
They have to be able to counsel and sell in the right ways for their industry and for their company. They have to understand the ethical aspects of their job and how important that may be some day. They have to be pan-determined enough to understand the viewpoints of all different stakeholders, and intuitive enough to know what the future of their actions will create.
Evaluating all of this can only be done by someone who understands people, this profession, and how/where to go to find the right person. That very busy hiring manager who seriously wants to hire the best possible candidate for the job will always need my help.