General Summary
Pursues and writes stories involving patients and general health news, and places with local and regional media, based on strategic priorities. Provides editorial oversight, writing, copy-editing, desktop publishing and production support for internal and external publications. Provides support for and helps implement communication plans for projects related to strategic priorities. Interfaces with graphic designers, photographers and printers to assure quality materials. Assures production of high quality materials at most cost-effective price.
Essential Functions:
1.Develops staff publications, including the Art & Science of Nursing and the Nursing Annual Report and others as needed. Activities include writing, editing copy, desktop publishing, printing and distribution.
2.Provides support for and helps implement communication plans for projects related to strategic priorities. Serves on customer service campaign committees and supports the campaigns through event planning, newsletters and video scripting.
3.Is an active member of the nurse recruitment and retention committee, assisting with planning and implementation of recruitment and retention events including developing, producing and distributing printed materials for both internal and external events.
4.Is an active member of the Image of Nursing committee, developing and executing communications plans for various nursing campaigns, hosting events and producing and distributing printed materials.
5.Is an active member of the Recognition committee, hosting events and producing and distributing printed materials.
6.Assist with media relations as needed by the media relations staff.
Assists in development, production and distribution of printed materials for other areas, such as:
• Miscellaneous HR material
• The Recognition Committee
3.Proactively pursues patient-related and other stories appropriate for publication. Writes media releases and places stories regionally, including stories involving patients from outside the Milwaukee area who have been treated at Froedtert, and general health tips that focus on Froedtert’s Centers of Excellence.
4.Serves as Editor of Weekly Forum twice a month.
5.Meets compliance standards of Froedtert Hospital
Position Description
PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT (DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION)
Essential Functions: (Continued)
6.Is fiscally responsible with Froedtert’s money
7.Other responsibilities for the department as needed.
8.Supports and demonstrates a customer services commitment to internal and external customers through adherence to Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital’s customer services standards and processes.
9. Maintains competence through attendance at mandatory and other job-related educational opportunities.
10.Actively participates in Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital’s QUEST (continuous quality improvement) process through team membership, problem solving and by supporting the Hospital’s commitment to continuous quality improvement.
11.Understands how applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures impact specific job responsibilities and functions. Demonstrates actions to reasonably prevent, detect and report unethical and unlawful business practice.
12.Performs assigned job functions in a fiscally responsible manner and in accordance with Hospital and departmental policies and procedures regarding business practices.
13.Assists in maintaining a safe environment of care by: actively participating in hospital and department safety education and training programs; performing position duties in a safe manner; reporting hazardous conditions or unsafe practices; and abiding by all applicable safety policies and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing or public relations.
2.Solid computer skills, including experience in desktop publishing (QuarkXpress), graphics, word processing, data base management and spread sheets.
3.Demonstrated abilities in writing and interviewing.
4.Excellent organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Skilled at detail management.
Position Description
PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT (DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
5.Ability to work effectively in a team environment, with a wide variety of internal and external audiences. Demonstrated customer service, leadership, project management and communication skills.
6.Knowledge of printing and mailing processes. Ability to match computer output with vendor needs.
8.Experience in public relations or marketing environment. (Healthcare experience a plus.)
Working Conditions:
1. Works in a well-light office environment.
Friday, August 11, 2006
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Junior Achievement of Wisconsin (Northwest District) – Development/Marketing Manager
We’re looking for an energetic, proactive Development/Marketing Manager who is as passionate about fundraising and marketing as they are about kids, teachers and volunteers. Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization that provides hands-on economic and financial education to young people (K-12). Well-qualified candidates will have at least three years of development experience working with corporations or equivalent experience, and a bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications, business or relevant discipline.
This manager is responsible for Development, Grant-writing and Proposal-writing, Marketing, including Special Events and Promotions, Public/Media Relations, and Constituent Communications. Ideal candidates will be self-starters, results-and-detail-oriented, customer-focused, multi-taskers, and tech-savvy (Microsoft Office suite, Raiser’s Edge, Publisher, Quark, In-Design, a plus). Proven oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated organization and planning skills.
This position is part-time (30 hours a week) with occasional evening and weekend work and is located in Eau Claire, WI with a service territory covering northwestern Wisconsin. Pay range from $12 to $14/ hour. Benefits: Vacation/Personal Leave/ Holiday and Sick Leave; Mileage paid. Flexible hours. Send cover letter and resume to Barbara Arnold at barnold@jawis.org or 505 Dewey Street South, Suite 204, Mailbox 10, Eau Claire, WI 54701. No phone calls please. For more information, visit www.wisconsin.ja.org.
This manager is responsible for Development, Grant-writing and Proposal-writing, Marketing, including Special Events and Promotions, Public/Media Relations, and Constituent Communications. Ideal candidates will be self-starters, results-and-detail-oriented, customer-focused, multi-taskers, and tech-savvy (Microsoft Office suite, Raiser’s Edge, Publisher, Quark, In-Design, a plus). Proven oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated organization and planning skills.
This position is part-time (30 hours a week) with occasional evening and weekend work and is located in Eau Claire, WI with a service territory covering northwestern Wisconsin. Pay range from $12 to $14/ hour. Benefits: Vacation/Personal Leave/ Holiday and Sick Leave; Mileage paid. Flexible hours. Send cover letter and resume to Barbara Arnold at barnold@jawis.org or 505 Dewey Street South, Suite 204, Mailbox 10, Eau Claire, WI 54701. No phone calls please. For more information, visit www.wisconsin.ja.org.
Padilla Speer Beardsley – Account Supervisor/Director
Employee-owned public relations agency in Minneapolis has an opening in its B2B practice, working with manufacturing clients. Need 10-15 years of proven leadership experience in public relations, media relations, brand strategy development and/or integrated marketing, preferably a mix of agency and corporate. Candidate must have a successful track record in program planning and execution with manufacturing or technology-based businesses. Job requires excellent oral and written communications skills, including counseling and leadership. Must have strong skills in writing, editing and relationship-building skills. Previous success with new business development and previous agency experience a plus. Some travel required.
Padilla Speer Beardsley, an employee-owned company rated one of the top 10 public relations firms in the nation for customer satisfaction, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits. We strive for excellence. We’re strategic. We deliver results. We have fun. And we’re seeking entrepreneurial individuals who want to grow with us. Please e-mail or send resume to Stephanie Grogg at resumes@psbpr.com or 1101 West River Parkway #400, Minneapolis, MN 55415. For more information about Padilla Speer Beardsley, check out our web site at www.psbpr.com
Padilla Speer Beardsley, an employee-owned company rated one of the top 10 public relations firms in the nation for customer satisfaction, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits. We strive for excellence. We’re strategic. We deliver results. We have fun. And we’re seeking entrepreneurial individuals who want to grow with us. Please e-mail or send resume to Stephanie Grogg at resumes@psbpr.com or 1101 West River Parkway #400, Minneapolis, MN 55415. For more information about Padilla Speer Beardsley, check out our web site at www.psbpr.com
Performing Arts Foundation - Development Director
Company Profile:
ARTSblock is a regional arts complex and the home base for the Performing Arts Foundation, Inc., a private non-profit community arts organization located in the historic downtown Wausau. With a mission to promote excellence in the performing arts in North Central Wisconsin, the Performing Arts Foundation (P.A.F.) reaches over 150,000 people each year with performances and instructional programs at the Grand Theater and other facility locations on ARTSblock.
Job Summary:
The Development Director is responsible for crafting and executing a comprehensive fund development strategy to manage fund raising activities, including the annual fund drive, special events, grants, sponsorships. Extensive public contact is required to cultivate donor and community relationships. Full-time salaried position with varied hours with some evenings and weekends.
A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Fund Development, Communication, Marketing or Business; Administration or equivalent experience; Commitment to the Arts; Strong management, organizational and leadership skills; Outstanding communication skills, including writing, speaking and the ability to listen well; Excellent fund development, customer service and marketing skills; and the Ability and willingness to personally solicit annual gifts and negotiate sponsorships.
Please send letter of application, resume and three references to: The Performing Arts Foundation, Attn: General Manager, 401 N. Fourth Street, Wausau, WI 54401, or via e-mail at: Mlittle@grandtheater.org.
ARTSblock is a regional arts complex and the home base for the Performing Arts Foundation, Inc., a private non-profit community arts organization located in the historic downtown Wausau. With a mission to promote excellence in the performing arts in North Central Wisconsin, the Performing Arts Foundation (P.A.F.) reaches over 150,000 people each year with performances and instructional programs at the Grand Theater and other facility locations on ARTSblock.
Job Summary:
The Development Director is responsible for crafting and executing a comprehensive fund development strategy to manage fund raising activities, including the annual fund drive, special events, grants, sponsorships. Extensive public contact is required to cultivate donor and community relationships. Full-time salaried position with varied hours with some evenings and weekends.
A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Fund Development, Communication, Marketing or Business; Administration or equivalent experience; Commitment to the Arts; Strong management, organizational and leadership skills; Outstanding communication skills, including writing, speaking and the ability to listen well; Excellent fund development, customer service and marketing skills; and the Ability and willingness to personally solicit annual gifts and negotiate sponsorships.
Please send letter of application, resume and three references to: The Performing Arts Foundation, Attn: General Manager, 401 N. Fourth Street, Wausau, WI 54401, or via e-mail at: Mlittle@grandtheater.org.
Manpower – Media Professional and Employee Communication Professional
Industry leader has two excellent professional communications opportunities at the corporate level!
Manpower, Inc., in 72 countries around the world, helps both companies and individuals navigate the ever-changing world of work. No other company has more experience or expertise. Nearly 60 years of experience providing recruitment, training, assessment and selection, outsourcing and consulting services means we can help you make sense of the forces shaping tomorrow's workplace. We have (2) two attractive full-time, corporate opportunities for a Media Professional and an Employee Communication Professional at our headquarters in Milwaukee, WI.
Media Professional
Do you love the spotlight? Can you build relationships with key journalists nationwide and at the local level? Looking for the person that can develop anexecute our media strategy for Manpower's North American Operations. Must be able to uncover stories within an organization and can sell them to national and local media outlets. What a great opportunity for someone at a Fortune 200 company! Bachelor’s degree required along with 4+ years experience in a corporate or public relations agency setting. Writing samples will be required.
Employee Communications Professional
Are you a self-starter? Do you have experience developing messaging for top Executives. Are you ready to partner with Human Resources to develop and execute the communication strategy for Manpower's 3,000 US employees. Bachelor's degree required along with 4+ years experience in employee communications/relations or related field. Must have outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications. Writing samples required.
To apply for either position, please send resume with writing samples to: kathy.davis@na.manpower.com.
Manpower, Inc., in 72 countries around the world, helps both companies and individuals navigate the ever-changing world of work. No other company has more experience or expertise. Nearly 60 years of experience providing recruitment, training, assessment and selection, outsourcing and consulting services means we can help you make sense of the forces shaping tomorrow's workplace. We have (2) two attractive full-time, corporate opportunities for a Media Professional and an Employee Communication Professional at our headquarters in Milwaukee, WI.
Media Professional
Do you love the spotlight? Can you build relationships with key journalists nationwide and at the local level? Looking for the person that can develop anexecute our media strategy for Manpower's North American Operations. Must be able to uncover stories within an organization and can sell them to national and local media outlets. What a great opportunity for someone at a Fortune 200 company! Bachelor’s degree required along with 4+ years experience in a corporate or public relations agency setting. Writing samples will be required.
Employee Communications Professional
Are you a self-starter? Do you have experience developing messaging for top Executives. Are you ready to partner with Human Resources to develop and execute the communication strategy for Manpower's 3,000 US employees. Bachelor's degree required along with 4+ years experience in employee communications/relations or related field. Must have outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications. Writing samples required.
To apply for either position, please send resume with writing samples to: kathy.davis@na.manpower.com.
Kohl’s Department Stores – Assistant Copy Manager
Position Summary:
Supervises the circular and brand management copy teams to ensure copy is creative, compelling, and consistent with the Kohl’s brand.
Primary Responsibilities:
·Responsible for the timely flow of work through the brand management and circular departments from proofing to final printing to ensure that all deadlines are met.
·Monitors and ensures accuracy of all copy, including style, consistency, and content.
·Builds and fosters relationships with internal clients and internal teams to ensure the collaborative, productive and successful delivery of creative solutions.
·Coaches copy team in developing creative and strategic solutions for circular and brand management projects.
·Helps build and maintain unique Kohl’s voice in the circular.
·Actively works on library of sale names for circular to ensure all promotional events are covered throughout the year.
·Communicates actively and effectively with Senior Manager.
·Manages projects from concept to completion, including providing creative and strategic direction and guiding team to solutions.
·Meets with staff weekly to review assignments, address copy/creative issues, assessing diagnostic needs and researching competitive creative work.
·Assigns projects to copy team and monitors workload.
·Acts as liaison between copy team and circular department by attending internal proofing meetings, communicating changes and providing copy direction.
·Trains new copy associates and freelancers.
·Acts as writer on special projects as determined by Senior Manager.
Preferred Qualifications:
·Multiple years experience in retail in a management position as it relates to the copy department.
·Proficient in QuarkXpress.
·Excellent organizational skills/time management skills.
·Ability to motivate and negotiate associates at various levels.
·Exceptional proofreading skills.
Please direct all resumes to admkt.recruiter@kohls.com.
Supervises the circular and brand management copy teams to ensure copy is creative, compelling, and consistent with the Kohl’s brand.
Primary Responsibilities:
·Responsible for the timely flow of work through the brand management and circular departments from proofing to final printing to ensure that all deadlines are met.
·Monitors and ensures accuracy of all copy, including style, consistency, and content.
·Builds and fosters relationships with internal clients and internal teams to ensure the collaborative, productive and successful delivery of creative solutions.
·Coaches copy team in developing creative and strategic solutions for circular and brand management projects.
·Helps build and maintain unique Kohl’s voice in the circular.
·Actively works on library of sale names for circular to ensure all promotional events are covered throughout the year.
·Communicates actively and effectively with Senior Manager.
·Manages projects from concept to completion, including providing creative and strategic direction and guiding team to solutions.
·Meets with staff weekly to review assignments, address copy/creative issues, assessing diagnostic needs and researching competitive creative work.
·Assigns projects to copy team and monitors workload.
·Acts as liaison between copy team and circular department by attending internal proofing meetings, communicating changes and providing copy direction.
·Trains new copy associates and freelancers.
·Acts as writer on special projects as determined by Senior Manager.
Preferred Qualifications:
·Multiple years experience in retail in a management position as it relates to the copy department.
·Proficient in QuarkXpress.
·Excellent organizational skills/time management skills.
·Ability to motivate and negotiate associates at various levels.
·Exceptional proofreading skills.
Please direct all resumes to admkt.recruiter@kohls.com.
Marquette University – Communication Manager
The communication manager will strategize and execute communication plans, with a specific emphasis on organizational communication; work closely with members of the communication and editorial teams in the development of overall communications plans, researching of story ideas, identification of appropriate media and writing and editing of materials, including both print and online. Specific responsibilities to include: providing communication counsel to university offices and departments, including the development of internal communication plans for major initiatives; establishing relationships on campus to ensure that the Office of Marketing and Communication is well-informed about initiatives, events and other developments; assuring that accessible, easily understood information about the vision, mission, strategic priorities and services of the university is available to students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends of the university; coordinating and overseeing communication vehicles, including News Briefs, Marquette Matters, Compendium, CheckMarq and Web communication; researching, writing and/or editing articles, brochures and other materials as required; representing the Office of Marketing and Communication on university committees and in meetings; and regularly assessing the effectiveness of communication initiatives.
Qualifications:
Candidate will have 5 or more years of experience and a bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations or a related field. Strategic thinking is a must, including the ability to assist in the development of an overall university communication plan that addresses the strategic priorities of the university utilizing multiple media to reach targeted audiences. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, including excellent editing and proofreading skills and the ability to produce accurate, engaging content on deadline. Interest in and knowledge of organizational communication, including writing and publishing to the Web, is also required. Familiarity with local, national and trade media is important. References and writing and editing samples required. Candidates will complete a writing test.
Salary and Other Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is available immediately. Application review will begin on August 18, 2006
and continues until the position is filled. Interested individuals should send a letter of application and resume to: Mary Pat Pfeil, Office of Marketing and Communication, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881 or via e-mail at: resume@marquette.edu. AA/EOE. For more information about Marquette University, please visit www.marquette.edu.
Qualifications:
Candidate will have 5 or more years of experience and a bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations or a related field. Strategic thinking is a must, including the ability to assist in the development of an overall university communication plan that addresses the strategic priorities of the university utilizing multiple media to reach targeted audiences. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, including excellent editing and proofreading skills and the ability to produce accurate, engaging content on deadline. Interest in and knowledge of organizational communication, including writing and publishing to the Web, is also required. Familiarity with local, national and trade media is important. References and writing and editing samples required. Candidates will complete a writing test.
Salary and Other Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is available immediately. Application review will begin on August 18, 2006
and continues until the position is filled. Interested individuals should send a letter of application and resume to: Mary Pat Pfeil, Office of Marketing and Communication, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881 or via e-mail at: resume@marquette.edu. AA/EOE. For more information about Marquette University, please visit www.marquette.edu.
Scheibel Halaska - Milwaukee - PR Internship
An internship opportunity passed along by recent grad Crystal Szabo.
"We are in need of a qualified intern for the fall semester. Our web site says our application deadline has passed, but we did not receive any applicants that fit our criteria so we are still searching. We need someone who can start around the first week of September."
Below are the responsibilities and requirements for the intern position:
Job Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain media lists, editorial calendars
* Manage reporting of secured coverage for our clients
* Monitor targeted media outlets for client opportunities to participate in
coverage that's on strategy and on message
* Conduct Web research for public relations plan and project development
* Assist in release distribution to media
* Coordinate media materials requests
* Administrative and general go-for support also part of paying your dues
Requirements
* Well-written
* Well-spoken
* Will-do attitude
* Ability to think on your feet
* Original thinkers with assertiveness to bring ideas to the table
* Web-savvy researcher
* MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Career-minded pubic relations students
Scheibel Halaska, a Milwaukee B2B marcomm agency, serves clients in the energy, manufacturing, information technology, and professional services sectors among others. The firm provides strategic, integrated marketing communications services that drive short- and long-term revenue, increase enterprise value, build brand equity and mobilize employees to act in concert with clients’ core business strategies. Visit us at www.insidesh.com
"We are in need of a qualified intern for the fall semester. Our web site says our application deadline has passed, but we did not receive any applicants that fit our criteria so we are still searching. We need someone who can start around the first week of September."
Below are the responsibilities and requirements for the intern position:
Job Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain media lists, editorial calendars
* Manage reporting of secured coverage for our clients
* Monitor targeted media outlets for client opportunities to participate in
coverage that's on strategy and on message
* Conduct Web research for public relations plan and project development
* Assist in release distribution to media
* Coordinate media materials requests
* Administrative and general go-for support also part of paying your dues
Requirements
* Well-written
* Well-spoken
* Will-do attitude
* Ability to think on your feet
* Original thinkers with assertiveness to bring ideas to the table
* Web-savvy researcher
* MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Career-minded pubic relations students
Scheibel Halaska, a Milwaukee B2B marcomm agency, serves clients in the energy, manufacturing, information technology, and professional services sectors among others. The firm provides strategic, integrated marketing communications services that drive short- and long-term revenue, increase enterprise value, build brand equity and mobilize employees to act in concert with clients’ core business strategies. Visit us at www.insidesh.com
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