Weber Shandwick

New Business Director
London, United Kingdom, GB – Public Relations and Communications
Posted June 04, 2015 at 06:38AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1dOpiga

New Business Director

Role overview:

 

A senior and strategic appointment to drive reputation and recognition of the Weber Shandwick proposition into the market place. A key contribution will be helping drive dynamic revenue growth and holding responsibility for overall UK new business success.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Taking the lead on planning and implementing a new client engagement strategy reflecting the firm’s business goals
• Driving new lead generation/new business networking, focusing on senior communications brand and marketing executives primarily in London but also across the Weber Shandwick UK network
• Overseeing the co-ordination of inbound new business opportunities and working with EMEA new business team where relevant
• Taking a hands-on pitch management role, where needed, for major new business opportunities (proactive and in-bound)
• Delivering required business management and ongoing tasks including reporting and pipeline reports
• Collaborating with UK practice MDs to drive new business development activity
• Working with the marketing team to effectively leverage marketing assets (hospitality/events) to ensure strong business building relationship management with strategic prospects
• Ensuring strong and productive new business development relationships with other agencies within the Group
• Maintaining relationships across the relevant stakeholders e.g. agency intermediaries

No salary provided

Posted June 04, 2015 at 06:38AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1dOpiga

Falcon Social

Business Operations Hacker (Part-time)
Copenhagen Area, Capital Region, Denmark, DK – Computer Software
Posted June 03, 2015 at 06:48AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1G543RI

The Data Operations team is looking for a part time data-technician. You will supplement a team of programmers that are each working closely with one department in the company. You will be working closely with the Marketing department. We hate repetitive tasks and we need you to help us get rid of them. You probably hate repetitive tasks as much as we do and that’s why you build your own tools whenever possible. You code for fun and you are familiar with building integrations between tools. If you hit a wall, you start working around it, hacking your way to the solution. You are deeply impatient about inefficiency and love getting things done. You have a basic understanding of how a company works and you are curious about how things are being done here at Falcon Social. Working closely with our Marketing Team and sparring with the Data Operations team will give you deep insights into the war room of this rapidly growing company. We have over 30 different nationalities working at Falcon Social, and as part of both the Marketing and Data Operations Team, you will be working closely and frequently with most internal stakeholders – which you think is super cool.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• You use your coding skills to make everyone more productive
• Integrate systems and business tools using system APIs
• Build Marketing-specific integrations using a common framework with the Data Operations team
• You will add tech-savvy solutions to our constant challenges while growing the business

 

No salary provided

Posted June 03, 2015 at 06:48AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1G543RI

Waggener Edstrom

Senior Account Executive – Public Relations
Greater Seattle Area, US – Broadcast Media, Consumer Electronics, Public Relations and Communications
Posted May 08, 2015 at 12:48AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1IU8Pm3

Overview:

When you work at Waggener Edstrom, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our passion and belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating a fun workplace full of creative, skilled, curious and enthusiastic people. If that sounds like you, we want you here.

Overview of Business:

The MS OEM Team handles both PR and Social Media components of the business and acts as an integrated communications team for our Microsoft clients. The role of the team is to evangelize and promote the health of the Microsoft 3 rd party partner landscape, showcase the breadth & depth of the device ecosystem and to amplify the latest and greatest devices being introduced by Microsoft’s partners. Infuse Windows OS messaging and highlight how Microsoft enables partners to differentiate their offerings through services, security and by enabling increased productivity. Cross Microsoft team integration is essential as devices are at the heart of the consumer experience. We accomplish this through creative storytelling, facilitating strong cross team integration at both the agency and within Microsoft, direct communication with Microsoft’s partners, amplification of partner and Microsoft messages via social media as well as serving as experts about the PC ecosystem for all-up Microsoft account team.

Job Summary:

The account executive/senior account executive position on the team is primarily focused on acting as daily client contact and for managing tactical project execution related to key tradeshows including IFA, CES and Computex where partners are launching new devices as well as around Microsoft campaigns that include partner devices or partnerships with Microsoft top MNAs. Another key element of the role is actively integrating with key stakeholders within the agency and at Microsoft to ensure partner devices are represented within relevant campaigns, tours, events and media opportunities. At the core this person needs to develop expertise and evangelize partner devices, understand device categories and trends, and have the ability to compare devices and speak to differentiating specs. This is a skill that can be learned over time but will be an expectation for this position. This role includes providing oversight and coaching to an AC as it relates to reporting and social media strategy/content creation. Finally, beyond the OEM Team specific work, the OEM team is part of the OS team and contributes around key Windows launch milestones and to key activities such as managing reactive issue and contributing to corporate-driven processes like the SNS. Other key attributes of a qualified candidate include the ability to multi-task, being a self-starter, being proactive, having strong organizational skills, attention to detail, taking a creative/innovative approach, and having a positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

Influencer Engagement

• Serve as day-to-day contact for media/influencers; share knowledge

• Conduct outreach relevant to integrated marketing or other campaign tactics

• Oversee management of reactive requests, proactively influence & garner coverage

• Contribute to brainstorms & strategic campaign development

• Provide timely and in-depth analysis of coverage results & trends

Digital & Social Media Acumen

• Assist in creating high-level digital/social media strategies that are integrated into communication plans

• Engage with agency digital & monitoring divisions regarding client projects & deliverables

• Amplify/promote news on social properties; update & maintain social editorial calendar

Client Engagement

• Begin anticipating client communication challenges & develop recommendations

• Contribute to development & implementation of communication strategies

• Execute tasks associated with projects; may lead certain aspects of project

• Oversee client meetings, agendas & recaps

• Begin to understand clients’ business model from a global perspective; understand key markets, global influencers and the impact on client/business narrative

Business Acumen & Strategic Thinking

• Contribute to plans & own executing portions of a plan • Identify opportunities for cross-team integration

• Share POV, knowledge & expertise with the team/ agency through presentations, brown bag sessions or development courses, etc.

New Business Development

• Become familiar with WE capabilities across the agency including global region specialties in comparison to competitor agencies

• Serve in a lead research role on organic growth new business efforts including sourcing and gathering audience, industry or competitor market data

• Understand & identify potential opportunities to grow & diversify existing account

• Begin to develop and nurture network of peer contacts outside the agency

People Leadership

• Begin gaining management skills by mentoring junior level staff

• Be a peer resource to staff, interns & new hires

• Manage up to senior staff

Qualifications:

• Typically at least 2 years’ experience in communications, preferably in an agency setting or within applicable industry

• Strong presentation & research skills

• Established influential relationships; social media presence

• Has written & developed materials, including integrated communication plan(s)

• Strong organizational skills & ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and meet deadlines

• Proficiency in computers & standard office applications (Microsoft Office is preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree or above preferred in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English or related field

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No salary provided

Posted May 08, 2015 at 12:48AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1IU8Pm3

Edelman

Account Manager (Digital Practice)
China, CN – Public Relations and Communications
Posted June 02, 2015 at 05:07AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1AHZWuF
Primary Responsibilities:
– Assist new digital business development including but not limited to digital/social media communications strategy
– Work independently on MNC clients to offer ongoing digital consultation; manage client’s social media community, content development and social media programs
– Consultation to digital program ideas and draft plan for other practice groups
– Social media, industry research and case study – including general media landscape and specific case of local social media channels (BBS, MicroBlog, WeChat) and international ones (, , Pinterest, Instagram)

Qualifications:
– 3-4 years of experience in digital/social media communications in China. A relevant 4A digital agency with MNC PR agency’s experience in including account service or project management is preferred.
– Passion for digital/social media communications as well as technology/trends
– Strong planning skill and strategic thinking
– Strong creativity and out-of-box ideas generator
– Strong team leader and player
– Good communication and presentation skills
– Languages: Chinese (native), English (good)
– Digital experience including search engine marketing/optimization, website development, application development.
– Good understanding in market trends, consumer behaviors, and digital landscapes in China.

No salary provided

Posted June 02, 2015 at 05:07AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1AHZWuF

The Economist

Senior Marketing Manager, Events
Hong Kong, HK – Information Services
Posted June 02, 2015 at 03:46AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1I7WlWn

This role will be responsible for developing and implementing the marketing strategy for all events across Asia Pacific. This position will work in close collaboration with the design, programming, operations and sales teams. This role will report directly to the Director of Events, Asia Pacific.

 

In the role you would be expected to:

• Develop overall strategy for positioning, pricing and marketing the Events portfolio in Asia Pacific. 
• Oversee and manage execution of the full marketing mix (direct marketing, advertising, event website management, PR and social media) for audience acquisition and retention on all events from The Economist Events in Asia Pacific.
• Provide marketing leadership and manage the event marketing team, including one Marketing Manager, one Digital Marketing Executive, two Client Relations Executives, Designers and temporary staff as necessary.
• Work with Events Director to develop overall strategy for the business.
• Responsible for audience delivery and achieving delegate revenue targets for all events.
• On-site management for each event, managing registration, s
  ponsor liaison and PR/media.
• Develop and manage event marketing budget with Associate Director.
• Work closely with design, programming, operations and sales functions on an on-going basis.
• Manage customer relationship management (CRM) for event group including data collection, database management and customer messaging.
• Lead the marketing team in monitoring and analysing the effectiveness of event marketing campaigns to increase delegate revenue.
• Develop strategic and broad-based partnerships with relevant media and industry & business association groups.
• Develop strong understanding of the diverse markets the Events team serves.
• Oversee outside service partners, marketing agencies and public relations.
• Work with event marketing leaders in EMEA and the Americas to ensure a consistency in marketing approaches across the different regions of The Economist Events global business.
• Champion global event brands that originate in Asia and provide support to regional marketing colleagues where necessary.

Creative Services

• Work with in-house and external creative resources to develop communications and marketing collaterals that are on-brand.
• Ensure standards of excellence and accuracy across all creative outputs.

No salary provided

Posted June 02, 2015 at 03:46AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1I7WlWn

Weber Shandwick

Account Manager
Sydney Area, Australia, AU – Public Relations and Communications
Posted June 02, 2015 at 12:19AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1G01gsL

Senior Account Executive /Account Manager/– Technology

Are you a senior account executive or account manager who is passionate about technology?  Do you relish nothing more than the chance to make technology understood, relevant and accessible across industries, enterprises and consumers?

Yes!  Then look no further. Weber Shandwick, one of the world’s leading PR agencies, is seeking a strong PR professional with 3-4+ years experience to join our growing technology practice. You will be part of a great local team as well as have the opportunity to work with colleagues across APAC and the US.

About Weber Shandwick

At Weber Shandwick, we understand how to talk to every audience and specialise in powerful storytelling to build brands, across both traditional and social media. With our own in-house digital studio and content marketing offering, you will get the opportunity to build your digital and social media skills, working with a talented team of creatives, developers, designers and videographers.

No salary provided

Posted June 02, 2015 at 12:19AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1G01gsL

Weber Shandwick

Account Manager
Mumbai Area, India, IN – Public Relations and Communications
Posted June 01, 2015 at 04:23AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1PYKIrK

Account Managers are responsible for all aspects of a client relationship and account team. They supervise multiple projects and team members, recommend programs and activities that align to clients’ goals, effectively delegate projects, mentor team members and begin to allocate agency resources to match client budgets. Account Managers will begin to be engaged with business development, strategic program planning and the development of creative concepts.

Primary Responsibilities

Performance leadership

• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies/creative platforms and concepts that simultaneously leverage traditional and social media for clients
• Independently develop and oversee development of media strategy documents, goals, media targets, pitch angles and media materials reflect in-depth knowledge of clients’ top-tier media, communications objectives and desired outcomes, are strong in both structure and which require minimal input from senior team leadership
• Demonstrated knowledge of top-tier traditional and social media outlets relevant to client business; able to generate and guide teams to deliver strong media relations results through client programming and client-approved relationships with relevant media
• Oversee and lead agency pitch teams, serving as counsel for further development of pitch strategies and approaches
• Demonstrate solid knowledge of clients’ business objectives and industry expertise; ability to identify opportunities, trends and potential issues that may impact clients’ business and/or communications programs, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrate ability to oversee effective social media monitoring and measurement to uncover both business and communication insights and opportunities
• Maintain regular client contact providing counsel on strategic matters and prospect information; potentially serve as the senior contact for the client on smaller assignments
• Assist senior team management through the development of client counsel memos, long-term strategic client plans and recommendations, as needed. Develop budgets and creating presentations. Proactively generate new ideas and opportunities to ensure program success
• Develop and deliver solid counsel, and demonstrate relevant leadership in client meetings and presentations
• Manage and oversee core program elements, keeping client programs on schedule and ensuring all deadlines and budget requirements are met; breakdown and manage detailed tasks with the account team associated with planning and implementing events; oversee development and adherence to timelines
• Account for quality control and client-ready review of all letters, memos, meeting reports and other press materials; Prepare timely team and client updates on all stages of project processes; prepare accurate and thorough conference call or client meeting recaps
• Serve as information lead on client teams, demonstrating industry, cultural or media-driven issues that directly and indirectly affect the client. route articles of interest to account teams and client, as needed
• Anticipate and proactively offer solutions to senior team leadership on account issues
• Serve as day-to-day “go-to” client contact in all matters related to program execution. Provide counsel and offer problem solving solutions throughout program execution
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in digital communications
• Workplace leadership
• Adhere to the IPG Code of Conduct in all business interactions, and conduct self in a manner that reflects the agency’s vision and values at all times, in all forums
• Serve as a day-to-day team leader to mentor team members through direction, suggestions on issue resolution and identifying opportunities for team members’ professional development
• Hold and lead regular, ongoing team meetings as dictated by the needs of the program and provide proactive updates to senior team leadership on project status and progress
• Responsible for management and oversight of staff time allocations and account review for client projects. Contribute to work plan of junior team members and mentor team members on processes and program execution; delegate projects to team members that are aligned with specific team members’ background, experience and areas of development; strategically evaluate and communicate staff members’ contributions, strengths and development needs
• Actively contribute regular performance feedback to junior staff and provide coaching on day-to-day execution of assignments; provide feedback for employee performance reviews
• Assist in identifying new agency staff by reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates and providing timely feedback
• Develops personal leadership by being learning focused, proactive and adaptable to change
• Demonstrate ability to anticipate client and team needs, instilling a sense of confidence
• Provide status and client updates to senior account leadership
• Demonstrate exceptional management skills including mobilizing and motivating teams
• Assist in office-wide systems improvement by sharing key learnings from individual accounts and offer suggested efficiencies to office management
• Attend agency staff meetings and group meetings, as well as appropriate L&D sessions
• Own and drive performance management process for self and team
• Market Leadership
• Participates in agency leadership opportunities and assist with new business
• Aid supervisors in identifying and participating in organically growing existing client business, including cross-selling/integration
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding and ability to communicate about agency internally and externally; participate and present program recommendations to clients, as needed
• Develop and demonstrate superior presentation skills; participate and present, as needed, new business proposals to prospective clients
• Contribute to and deliver new social media proposals
• Actively participate and contribute to agency brainstorms as needed
• Operational Leadership
• Work with senior leads to manage team resources and expenses to ensure account profitability
• Track/enter time with daily precision and submit expense reports in a timely manner; ensure account team members adhere to agency time reporting and financial guidelines
• Demonstrate aptitude for financial analysis, ensure fiscal and accounting practices are followed relative to vendor procurement and payment process
• Responsible for creating client budget estimates; including costs for all relevant program components with input from senior leadership
• Contribute to program planning and account management by researching budgets, writing sections of programs, managing purchase order and tracking budgets
• Perform other administrative tasks, as assigned
• Strategic Leadership
• Solid team player. Work effectively with team members in-market and across the network; foster solid intercompany relations as relevant
• Provide strategic leadership during program implementation
• Work with senior leads to grow accounts through solid client relationships and industry insights that helps integrate PR into clients’ marketing mix
• Participate in agency leadership opportunities and assist with new business, as needed
• Focus team on delivering goals and ensure that business targets are achieved
• Maintain operational leadership by suggesting process improvements to senior team leadership
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding of the business of agency; communicate and promote the agency internally and externally

No salary provided

Posted June 01, 2015 at 04:23AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1PYKIrK

Edelman

Associate Planner
London, United Kingdom, GB – Marketing and Advertising, Public Relations and Communications
Posted June 01, 2015 at 04:16AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1FohMiL

As a part of the reinvention of the business to lead in the modern age of paid, owned and earned channels the agency a key initiative has been the creation of a planning function to support the campaign development work within the agency and to lead client strategy projects. After a year establishing the planning function, the team is looking to expand to meet the demand for planning support across the agency.

 

The Role

 

As an Associate Planner within the central planning team you will act as a consultant and team member across the whole agency. You will be faced with diverse client challenges, from brand building to reputation management to driving behaviour change amongst influencers.

 

You will both deliver planning excellence to clients and boost the planning skills and expertise of the teams through augmenting their understanding and use of research, analysis and insights. You would also work with our research division, Edelman Berland, and where necessary external research and insight providers. You will also form part of a broader planning community.

 

Key responsibilities

 

• Provide strategic support across Edelman’s client base, on an as needed basis
• Offer planning resource and develop/lead the planning process on new and existing clients.
• Identify critical issues, trends and opportunities for our diverse client base
• Assess strategic problems, developing insights, recommendations and strategic direction for clients.
• Create strategies that are driven by evidence and lead to clear and Practical PR and marketing communication solutions
• Lead, participate and facilitate strategic discussions both internally and with clients.
• Design and implement frameworks for creating strategic client solutions

 

No salary provided

Posted June 01, 2015 at 04:16AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1FohMiL

Falcon Social

Digital Advertising Executive
Greater New York City Area, US – Information Technology and Services
Posted March 27, 2015 at 05:25AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1Nh0GsC

The marketing team is looking for a creative digital advertising specialist to drive paid advertising and link building opportunities. As a part of the team, you will be a part of a dynamic group focused on data driven digital advertising. “A/B Testing” will be your middle name, and you will be encouraged to share your ideas, and find new marketing opportunities.

You work will be focused around optimizing the digital investments, improving ROI and CPA. You will play a key role in the tactical decision-making, managing the operational digital advertising tasks, creating and optimizing landing pages and ads, as well as monitoring their performance.

You need to be wise beyond your years, but not afraid to experiment and try new strategies or tactics. This role is focused on planning and executing campaigns to feed highly qualified leads to an ever-growing sales team. You will be working closely with the marketing team, especially with our Data Analyst and Marketing Ops Manager. Working with a monthly budget, you will be expected to meet concrete goals in terms of lead generation, and to deliver accordingly.

 

Responsibilities:

• Management and constant optimization of all paid advertising for Falcon Social
• Reviewing and executing on link building opportunities, such as review sites
• Optimize page content by A/B testing and website performance
• Investigate and run online affiliate opportunities
• Discover new placements and audiences for driving qualified leads into sales
• Contribute to our customer journey maps and offer suggestions for additional messaging

No salary provided

Posted March 27, 2015 at 05:25AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1Nh0GsC

Waggener Edstrom

Assistant Account Executive – Public Relations
Portland, Oregon Area, US – Broadcast Media, Consumer Electronics, Public Relations and Communications
Posted May 05, 2015 at 07:04AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1dK6X3v

Overview:

When you work at Waggener Edstrom, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our passion and belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating a fun workplace full of creative, skilled, curious and enthusiastic people. If that sounds like you, we want you here.

We are looking for an Assistant Account Executive to dive into all things metro/local. The ideal candidate will be passionate about media relations and growing media relationships as we have the opportunity to work with local influencers across the country, on everything from Microsoft, Volvo, and other project work.

Responsibilities:

Influencer Engagement

• Begin developing relationships with media/influencers

• Develop further understanding of influencers & issues globally

• Monitor coverage & conversations in social media

• Craft & customize influencer pitches & social media content

• Contribute ideas & brainstorm on media/ influencer strategies

Digital & Social Media Acumen

• Monitor, report & provide insight on competitor & issue-specific social media activities, unique & creative uses of social campaigns or emerging technologies as necessary

• Draft & finalize social media content for agency-managed client accounts Client Engagement

• Begin engaging & increasing client-facing interactions

• Develop final internal & external materials including action emails & recaps for internal & external clients

• Read & report coverage & issue developments

• Offer increased level of analysis & strategic recommendations based on industry knowledge

Business Acumen & Strategic Thinking

• Less oversight & fewer edits required on entry-level projects

• Refine analytic capabilities

• Materials & contributions reflect understanding of client/industry landscapes & ability to connect the dots

• Integrate & gather information across teams, clients & partners as needed for projects

New Business Development

• Become familiar with WE capabilities across the agency including practice groups & service offerings in comparison to competitor agencies

• Assist in researching organic growth new business efforts including sourcing & gathering audience, industry or competitor market data

People Leadership

• Take accountability for role on projects

• Demonstrate ability to give/accept feedback

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Model agency values

Qualifications:

• Typically minimum 1-2 years of communications, marketing, or media experiences; can include internship experience

• Understands the role of the media/influencers & how Integrated Communication provides value

• Demonstrated client service orientation

• Strong organizational skills & ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and meet deadlines

• Proficiency in computers & standard office applications (Microsoft Office is preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree or above preferred in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English or related field

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No salary provided

Posted May 05, 2015 at 07:04AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1dK6X3v