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The Communications Coordinator is responsible for developing all general and specialized communication efforts of the organization for both internal and external audiences. The coordinator will organize and manage the development and production of communication and marketing vehicles, including general correspondence, presentations, publications, web content and other materials for all organization initiatives and programs. In this capacity, the coordinator works closely with the Administrator, Board leadership, and the Communications Committee, as well as key stakeholders, in promoting the purpose and value of the organization’s certification and maintenance of certification processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications to include:
Computer Skills:
To apply, contact:
Jared Schulcz
Shuster Staffing, Inc.
One Belmont Avenue, Suite 514
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Phone: 610-664-6605
Fax: 610-664-3868
jared@shusterstaffing.com
www.shusterstaffing.com
JPIexpo has an exciting Job Opportunity for Marketing/PR Professional.
Experienced professional needed to manage multimedia marketing plans and audience development for large consumer events produced by Journal Publications Inc. Responsibilities include press releases, social media, web content development, media placement, sponsor relationships, customer service and event logistics.
Fast-paced office where multi-tasking is a must. Some evening and weekend work required. Candidates should have 2-3 years experience in public relations, marketing and event/meeting planning. Degree preferred. Word and Excel, problem-solving abilities, and superior organizational skills also required.
Contact: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Cathy Ashby, Director, JPIexpo, 1500 Paxton Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104 or email to: cathya@journalpub.com
Neff Associates is seeking a PR Account Executive with 2-3 years experience.
Job Description
Neff Associates, an award winning, rapidly growing firm headquartered in Old City, has an immediate opening for a PR Account Executive.
Ideal person has great positive energy and a proven PR track record. Experience in retail, hospitality real estate and B2B accounts a plus.
We offer a collaborative and creative work environment with a team of get-it-done professionals, and great benefits. Experience in Social Media is also a huge plus for this position.
Requirements:
Duties:
Contact: Send Resume, Cover Letter, and (3) writing samples to: DN@Neffassociates.com
Diccicco Battista Communications is seeking a Creative Technologist.
What were looking for:
Were looking for a design-minded creative technologist to join our DBC creative team. You will be responsible for researching and exploring emerging technology in the digital channel through experimentation and prototyping, supporting client and experimental work. An interactive and graphic design background along with a strong technical understanding are required. On a daily basis, they will work with designers, developers, and outside partners to execute bleeding edge design and technology projects. The team creates on all layers of the stack between screen and cloud.
Must have:
- Strong and proven visual design sense (portfolio required)
- Understands design principles including layout, typography, and color theory
- Demonstrated ability to use technology creatively
- Proven proficiency with HTML(5), CSS, CSS3, JavaScript
- Experience developing cross platform/browser compatibility (IE, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Chrome etc.)
- Knowledge of SEO best practices
- Experience with mobile and app development
- Experience with the Flash Platform including some ActionScript programming
- Solid understanding of web and mobile development workflows
- Outspoken passion for technology (blog or twitter?)
- Excellent user interaction instincts and ability to respond promptly to user feedback
- Strong time management and analytical/problem solving abilities
- Good communication skills
- Decent education
Contact: Please send resume, samples and anything else that will make us want to hire you to careers@dbcommunications.net
Gregory FCA is seeking a Senior Account Executive.
Largest agency in Philadelphia, top 50 in the US, is seeking a media relations professional with a proven track record of placing clients in national, local, trade and vertical media. Experience in technology, business to business and/or retail a plus. Must be able to work in fast paced environment with high-energy account team. Requires three to five years agency or corporate PR experience and strong writing skills. Experience with social media a must and blogging a plus.
Salary commiserate with experience
Contact: Email resume and salary requirements to kate@gregoryfca.com
Location: Chadds Ford, PA
Endo Pharmaceuticals is a U.S.-based, specialty healthcare solutions company, focused on high-value branded products and specialty generics. Endo is redefining its position in the healthcare marketplace by anticipating and embracing the evolution of health decisions based on the need for high-quality and cost-effective care. We aim to be the premier partner to healthcare professionals and payment providers, delivering an innovative suite of complementary diagnostics, drugs, devices and clinical data to meet the needs of patients in areas such as pain, urology, oncology and endocrinology. For more information about Endo Pharmaceuticals, and its wholly owned subsidiaries HealthTronics Inc. and Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, please visit www.endo.com.
Summary of Purpose:
The senior manager, internal communications is responsible for developing and managing proactive communications programs that help to achieve Company and business-specific objectives for the GBU & Devices/Services business units.
Key Responsibilities:
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Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. recognizes the advantages of a diverse workforce achieved through a commitment to equal employment opportunities.
To apply, go to: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ENDO&cws=1&rid=2664
Harris, Baio & McCullough is seeking a Public Relations Account Manager
Job Description: Public Relations Account Manager for b2b industrial clients. Account Manager will be responsible for interfacing with clients, developing and executing results-oriented public relations programs/tactics, budget stewardship and growing the clients public relations programs.
Skills: The Account Manager position requires strong writing and editing skills; publicity and media relations acumen; direct mail, newsletter and other marketing material publishing know-how. The candidate must be a quick learner, detailed oriented, well organized and a problem solver. The candidate must be a team player, yet comfortable working independently and proactively. The candidate must be willing to travel. The candidate needs a Bachelor of Arts degree and six to eight years of professional b2b experience (preferably with an agency).
Company Description: Harris, Baio & McCullough (HB&M) is an integrated marketing communications agency, founded in 1986, serving industry leading regional, national, and international clients. We research,
design and implement a broad range of business-to-business programs for our clients, which are located in the Philadelphia region, in the Midwest, on the West Coast and in Europe. HB&Ms ability to serve clients includes a full range of marketing communications services in Greater China.
Contact: Send cover letter and resume to chick@hbmadv.com
Sanofi Pasteur US Communications is seeking a Contract Public Relations person.
Summary: Individual will be responsible for supporting public relations directors in the development and validation of communications materials, such as press releases, Q&As, backgrounders, talking points, etc. Activities will include: research and information gathering, drafting, editing and proofing, obtaining/consolidating/logging approvals and assisting pr directors in meeting overall brand needs (meeting attendance, etc). Provide project coordination and administrative support necessary for the external communications function by assisting with the management of special events, communications activities, interfacing with Marketing and the management of our outside public relations agencies. Will assist in fostering good relations with third party organizations, preparing reports and general public relations support for the Communications Department.
Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field required with at least five years of related experience in PR agency and/or corporate environment. Must possess basic knowledge of verbal and written communications skills including proof-reading and familiarity with AP style. Strong interpersonal skills required and demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities. Strong computer skills.
Background: Sanofi Pasteurs external Communications Department is a high-energy organization with varied goals, including media relations, disease awareness and product PR, advocacy development, and crisis communications.. To excel in this environment, the contractor must be able to balance multiple tasks under deadline. He or she should also be an excellent writer and proofreader; have exemplary attention to detail skills and a persistent commitment to excellence in execution. The contractor should be focused on providing support to the external communications staff while providing added value to their plans and goals with their own talents and skills. Managing day-to-day projects through the external Communications Directors with the leadership of the VP of Communications should allow the contractor to be effective in a role that requires balancing multiple priorities and attaining a high comfort-level with multi-tasking.
Dimension/Scope: This position is based at the Swiftwater, PA site and will provide external communications support for the US in interactions with internal clients, outside public relations agencies, third-party organizations, and key opinion leaders. Work consists primarily of varied tasks/duties requiring research of solutions within learned policies and procedures. Decisions require interpreting and acting on established policies and procedures that may require occasional interpretation. Exchange moderately complex/sensitive information; some interpretation or explanation; tact and discretion needed. Some travel may be required.
Contact: Len Lavenda, VP, Communications, sanofi pasteur US at Len.Lavenda@sanofipasteur.com
