Thursday, October 22, 2009

Communications Specialist (Job) - Charter Communications (Paid)

Full or Part Time: Full-time
Primary Location: WAITE PARK, MN 56387
Work Schedule - Days: Mon - Fri with some weekends
Work Schedule - Hours: Generally 8 - 5 but can vary
Percent Travel 25

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for providing communications services and public relations to both internal and external audience in a timely and effective manner

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
Initiate, develop and execute concepts to improve ongoing communications with external media sources, including print, Internet and miscellaneous sources
Research, create and write communications materials, communicating with appropriate leadership
Research media venues for Charter related topics and dialog
Develop working relationships with Charter’s internal subject matter experts (SMEs)
Assist senior leadership with their role in meetings, including provision of key message points and presentation materials
Perform other duties as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e., Microsoft Word & Excel) Excellent writing and media relations skills required
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Ability to attend to detail
Ability to communicate with all levels of management and company personnel
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
Knowledge of telecommunication products and services
Strong ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner Demonstrates Internet research ability
Education (level and type)Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communications or related field, or equivalent experience

Related Work Experience/ Years in Communications / public relations experience 0-2
Cable television, telephone, broadband environment experience preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment
Some travel may be required

Click on blog post title for link and apply on-line

Intern - Weber Shandwick (Paid)

As a leading global communications firm, Weber Shandwick works with clients to address a broad range of challenges across diverse geographies, product categories and audiences. Our ability to harness this collective experience and knowledge and apply it to each assignment is an important ingredient in our success. We are continuing to develop new ways of harnessing the power of advocacy for our clients. One way is through recognizing how advocacy - the active support of brands, causes and issues by individuals - has emerged as the most trusted source of information and communication today, as well as the most powerful force in business. We seek to build advocacy creation into our client work from the start.

The Minneapolis office has an exciting opportunity for an Intern to work on Health Care and Consumer accounts. Interns assist our public relations practitioners with day-to-day duties including research, writing copy for news releases and feature stories, coordinating PR programs, assisting in the organization and preparation of special client events, compiling media lists, pitching client stories, participation in creative sessions, assistance with digital/social media projects, and media monitoring. We offer a great workplace, culture and competitive salary.


QUALIFICATIONS:
BA or BS in Business, Communications or related degree
Previous internship experience preferred
Willingness to learn and take direction
You must be a team player

Click on title of blog post for website and apply on-line.

Monday, October 5, 2009

SCSU Professional Panel Notes

For those of you who missed the professional panel here are some important tips/notes that I want to pass on to you!!

Career Fairs
Go to career fairs!!! Make sure you go up to the employers you're interested in - explain the job position you'd like to apply for and explain the qualities you have that you believe fit well for the job position - similar to "Elevator Pitch". Then ask, can you tell me more about the position?

Amy from Target said if a student uses this approach, by the end she will be trying to convince YOU to interview with her, instead of the other way around :)

Interview Tips:

DON'T: When asking your interviewer questions about the company you want to work for - don't ask anything you can find simply by using google.

DO: It helps to ask your interviewer questions about their own work or own experiences at the company - get them talking about themselves!

DO: Have in mind 7 stories/experiences/situations that helped make you the person you are - answer them like this - 10% on situation, 80% Action/Behavior and 10% Result/Overview

Marketing & Communication Intern - United Way of Central Minnesota (Unpaid)

Purpose:
To have the opportunity to become involved in the community, meet new people, and learn about the local service programs around Central Minnesota. Assist with organizational marketing, resource development efforts and the promotion of United Way of Central Minnesota’s internal service offerings.

Qualifications:
• Strong writing skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of the Adobe Suite
• Ability to assist with special events
• Strong research skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Able to work under deadlines
• Establish communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to be a team player

Responsibilities:
• Assist with planning events
• Design brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.
• Write press releases, success stories, articles, etc.
• Update the website and upload graphics
• Research different groups according to their demographics
• Assist with media analysis
• Assist with video production
• Other duties as assigned

Time Commitment:
15 - 25 hours per week

Reimbursement:
unpaid

To apply please email or mail your cover letter and resume contact listed below.

Deadline: November 6, 2009

Jessica Johnson
Manager of Marketing & Communications

United Way of Central Minnesota
2700 1st Street North, Suite 300
St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-252-0227 (office)
320-229-3503 320-229-3503 (direct)
jjohnson@unitedwayhelps.org

Interested in Crisis Communications?

I don't know about you, but I love reading up on crisis communications. I think it is a learning opportunity for everyone in PR - especially if the crisis is handled well by a pr specialist.

PRSA has a great article

"Domino’s delivers during crisis: The company’s step-by-step response after a vulgar video goes viral" - http://bit.ly/BdHgp

I hope you'll enjoy reading this!

Sunday, October 4, 2009

BrandWeek Article - Stay up on the news!

BrandWeek's Stacy Straczynski just wrote an article about how Gender and Behavior Influence Teen Buying. Teens were put into 11 categories, including "young metrosexuals" and "jockettes".
Check it out if you're interested http://bit.ly/2OxL1 - very cool article!


Interview Tip: Please keep in mind that it is important to stay up to date on current news and events in our career field. It also can't hurt to study different markets out there.

In PR and Marketing, many interviewers are impressed to see that students are keeping up to date on the news. It also helps if a student reads a couple of news sources religiously, especially if they read certain journalists on a day to day basis! This will impress your interviewer.

MY RECOMMENDATION: Start today - it is never too late. Subscribe to the trib online or in print - http://bit.ly/7Zvou

It also helps to get some national news, try USA Today - http://bit.ly/1c820

or The New York Times - http://bit.ly/1wvsy

Friday, October 2, 2009

Advertising/PR Internship - Kids Day Network - PAID

NOTICE: I'm not sure about this job just because it doesn't have a website up and running. However, it sounds decently legit. I could not find anything negative about company through the website I use.

I use for all the jobs I post - If you are ever in doubt of a job, use - ripoffreport.com.

KIDS DAY NETWORK
Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

Job Description:
Real world experience at a new kind of advertising firm in sales and marketing working closely with company executives and advertising network to implement marketing plan, product campaigns and publicity outreach efforts as well as researching and identifying business opportunities. This intern position offers exposure to all areas of marketing including, online advertising, email campaigns, public relations, social media relations as well as business administration.

Position responsibilities: Design, develop and deploy marketing email campaigns, assist in the in the development of online advertising, aid in outreach efforts and maintain business contact management lists, generate social media visibility and manage content, analyze results of marketing and publicity campaigns, maintain business support materials including proposals, marketing collateral and industry specific databases, assist with onsite meetings/visits when appropriate, other responsibilities as assigned. [new website coming soon]

Job Requirements:
We’re looking for highly creative and motivated applicants. Dedicated, responsible self-starters. An open mind and driving desire to learn. Preferably with online savvy and excellent writing and communication and organization skills and are able to present to senior management. Must know Word and Excel and know your way around CS3, will provide training with campaign programs and additional design focus.

How To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter including availability and possible start date to the following:
advertising@kidsdaynetwork.com

Contact:
Kat Veeneman
VP Marketing & Operations
KIDS DAY NETWORK
15 South Fifth Street Suite #1060
Minneapolis, MN, United States 55402