JOB OPP - Assistant Director IMT Media Services- Azusa Pacific University

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Assistant Director IMT Media Services- Azusa Pacific University 
• To lead a team of Media professionals and manage the daily   
operational activities of the services and resources required to   
provide exemplary service to IMT customers (this includes the Media   
Services, Event Production and Video Production Service groups.); •   
Provide leadership and direction to maintain effective media services   
and activities by striving to continuously improve operations,   
streamline processes, and work cooperatively to provide quality   
seamless service. • Assure ongoing delivery of appropriate media   
services in support of teaching, research, and related activities. •   
Provide strategic direction for media technology integration and staff   
development 

Examples of Duties 
-Provides exemplary service to IMT customers 
-Leads, directs and motivates a team of diverse media professionals,   
and manages the day-to-day operation of the Media Services team 
-Develops annual operating and refresh business plans and budgets for   
media services 
-Ensures professional development of staff 
-Monitors budget expenditures and provides monthly management reports 
-Serves on campus committees representing IMT and Media Services 
-Develops and establishes policies and objectives consistent with   
those of the organization to ensure efficient operation of individual   
departments 
-Manages projects for the implementation of new technology pertaining   
to the Media Services group 
-Collaborates with faculty, departments and administration to   
establish goals and priorities for technology solutions to meet   
institutional instructional technology needs 
-Keeps abreast of new developments and emerging trends in the field of   
technology/media and understand APU culture and vision to recommend   
appropriate changes 
-Participate with peers within IMT and beyond in planning to   
coordinate media service activities across the University 
-Interact with vendors on a regular basis to provide needed services 
-Maintains a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology,   
equipment, and/or systems 
-Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Education 
• A degree in business management, communications, information   
science, or related discipline or equivalent combination of experience   
and education. 

Experience 
At least 5 years experience in a management role, and experience   
directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. 

Technical Skills 
• Experience of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management   
principles and procedures • Knowledge in the use of personal   
computers, presentation equipment and related software applications •   
Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing,   
prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments • Demonstrates Servant   
leader qualities and experience in fostering a cooperative work   
environment • Excellent knowledge of and experience with managing a   
highly responsive service environment • Comprehensive knowledge of at   
least one media service in support of research or teaching • Aptitude   
to lead and work in teams including those which cross-organizational   
boundaries 

Planning Skills 
• Capability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range   
goals • Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and   
procedures • Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in   
area of expertise. • Demonstrated personnel management, project   
management and administrative skills 

Communication Skills 
• This person will be required to liaise with IMT's customers and   
external suppliers at all levels in an appropriate manner. • Strong   
interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work   
effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community   
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills • This   
person will also be required to work closely with other IMT staff to   
assist them with project management, budgets, and strategic plans;   
therefore, this person requires excellent communication and team   
building skills, working with other team members in a cooperative and   
trusting manner. • This person must be able to communicate complex   
technical details in a clear and concise manner to both technical and   
non-technical staff. These details may take the form of written and/or   
oral communications. 

Details 
Full-time position. Excellent benefits. Salary to be determined based   
on qualifications and experience. 
Apply: http://www.apu.edu/humanresources/apply/ 

JOB OPP - Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (Los Angeles)

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Technical Communications Associate- Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS   
Foundation (Los Angeles) 
The Technical Communications Associate, under the supervision of the   
Senior Technical Editor, will be a key contributor to the development   
and dissemination of technical publications and tools related to the   
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation's (the Foundation's) HIV/ 
AIDS program implementation activities in 17 countries worldwide. Key   
aims of the Foundation's technical documentation activities are to   
support country-level program implementation and to promote awareness   
of Foundation activities and programs to diverse internal and external   
audiences. 

In collaboration with other team members within the Global Technical   
Policy Unit as well as other U.S.- and non-U.S.-based staff, the   
Technical Communications Associate will provide a combination of   
research, writing, and editorial support for the development of white   
papers, program briefs, best practices/lessons learned documents,   
technical newsletters, peer-reviewed articles and abstracts, and other   
documents and materials. S/he will also assist in the development of   
tools and the management of processes that broadly serve to enhance   
the culture of knowledge-sharing across the Foundation. 

Self-motivation, excellent time management, ability to work   
independently, and attention to detail are vital. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
• Support the execution of a Foundation-wide technical communications   
strategy through the writing, editing, and dissemination of documents   
intended for a global audience; 
• Work within a cross-disciplinary team to produce technical   
publications that document global lessons learned in the Foundation's   
HIV/AIDS care, treatment, and prevention programs; 
• Provide writing and editorial support for documents originating from   
the Global Technical Policy Unit and the Foundation's Country   
Programs, such as abstracts, position papers, program briefs, best   
practices reports, and technical newsletters; 
• Support training activities intended to build the capacity of   
Foundation staff in technical documentation through the development/ 
adaptation of curriculum materials and workshop planning and   
facilitation; 
• Source and coordinate the work of contracted service providers   
(e.g., designers, proofreaders, translators, etc.) during document   
production; 
• Use Internet- and e-mail-based technologies and tools to support   
institutional knowledge-sharing and the dissemination of technical   
information to a global audience; 
• Perform other duties as required. 
Additional Qualifications: 
Required Qualifications 
• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Public Health,   
Journalism, English, Communications, or similar preferred; 
• 2-3 years work experience in public health, journalism,   
communications, publishing, or related fields; 
• 2-3 years experience writing and/or editing publications intended   
for a scientific or other professional audience; 
• Proficient in Adobe Design Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop,   
Acrobat) 
• Some Web publishing experience and/or basic knowledge of HTML is a   
plus; 
• Familiar with international HIV prevention, care, and treatment   
principles and practices; 
• Some experience in the development and/or design of training   
materials preferred; 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, especially related to   
HIV/AIDS; 
• Considerable knowledge of editing and publishing practices   
(electronic and print); 
• Ability to use the Internet to source and disseminate public health   
information; 
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; and 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with demonstrated   
success working in a multicultural team environment; pleasant and   
efficient communicator by phone and email. 
• Expert knowledge of English grammar, composition, and style; 
• Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time. 
• Fluency in French and/or Portuguese is a plus. 
How to Apply: 
Please apply online at www.pedaids.org. 

LA JOB OPPS - Harvey Mudd College (Claremont, CA) x 2 positions!

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DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT II- Harvey Mudd College (Claremont, CA) 
Harvey Mudd College, one of the premier private liberal arts colleges   
of math, science and engineering in the nation, is seeking a Director   
of Development II to work in the Office of College Advancement. This   
is a full-time, 12-month, exempt, benefits-eligible position and   
requires frequent evening and weekend hours and extensive national   
travel. Salary is dependent upon qualifications with a minimum   
$6,250.00 per month. HMC offers a competitive benefits package. 

The Director of Development II is an experienced and dynamic   
professional who contributes to meeting the fundraising objectives of   
Harvey Mudd College by promoting effective engagement with and   
increasing philanthropic support from an assigned portfolio of   
prospects primarily comprised of alumni, parents, and friends. 

A dedicated field officer, the Director's primary role is to meet   
assigned, evolving giving goals that broadly support the objectives of   
both the College's annual fund and a multi-year comprehensive   
fundraising campaign. The Director is responsible for identifying,   
qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects from their assigned   
pool for significant current-year, multi-year, capital, or planned   
gifts. 

The Director of Development II is assigned substantial dollar goals   
and manages an evolving and demanding portfolio of 100 to 150 new,   
emerging and established prospects through extensive travel that   
averages at least 30 significant contacts per month, of which at least   
13-15 are personal, face-to-face visits. These key moves will   
represent only a fraction of the more general monthly activity within   
the Director's portfolio. 

The Director should plan, identify, and take advantage of appropriate   
opportunities for engaging volunteers and other natural partners both   
on- and off-campus in prospect solicitation strategies. The Director   
will also seek to strengthen effective engagement with the College of   
prospects and donors and collaborate with and support the delivery of   
outstanding stewardship to donors. 

Job responsibilities include: 
Working under the direction of the Senior Director of Advancement –   
Principal Gifts, the Director performs the following essential   
functions: 

• Thorough extensive, ongoing, face-to-face fieldwork and other means   
of communication, directly engage, cultivate, solicit, and help   
steward an assigned portfolio of individual donors and prospects.   
Through visits and contacts, seek referrals to or otherwise identify   
and qualify new prospects. 
• Meet giving and other goals annually assigned jointly by the Vice   
President for College Advancement and the Senior Director of   
Advancement – Principal Gifts. 
• Develop and personally implement engagement, cultivation,   
solicitation, and stewardship strategies and specific moves management   
plans to annually meet assigned dollar and activity goals and other   
strategic advancement objectives in a timely fashion. 
• Prepare written proposal materials as well as written or oral   
briefings for College leadership and key volunteers engaged in   
solicitation efforts. 
• Oversee and support gift documentation, acknowledgement, and   
stewardship for donors in assigned portfolio. 
• Enter accurate and timely records of donor engagement within the   
office's data management system. 
• Educate, motivate, and support those volunteers within assigned   
portfolio in their fundraising efforts on behalf of the College. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the College's   
leadership, students, faculty, and staff. 
• Develop and maintain a complete and accurate knowledge of the   
College's mission, core values, approved Strategic Vision and plans   
for campaign, and incorporate them in engagement, communication, and   
stewardship strategies. 
• Complete travel expense reporting in a timely fashion and in   
compliance with College procedures. Support the unit's effective   
management of resources. 
• Pursue ongoing professional development by training, participating   
in professional meetings, or other means. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required education, experience, skills and knowledge include: 
• Bachelor's degree, or a combination of relevant experience and   
education. 
• At least five years' fundraising and/or related experiences,   
preferably in a higher education environment, with a minimum of three   
years of significant direct experience in making successful personal,   
face-to-face solicitations for major gifts; or a combination of   
education, training, and experience that provides the required   
knowledge, skills and abilities of the position. 
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record   
acceptable to the College's automobile insurance carrier. 
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and make   
decisions with minimal guidance and oversight. 
• Ability to work frequently during weekends or evenings and to travel   
frequently. 
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. 
• Knowledge of basic fundraising and philanthropic principles. 
• Significant experience with and understanding of Moves Management   
strategies 
• Excellent persuasive writing and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to exercise independence in implementing responsibilities. 
• Ability to prioritize multiple duties/tasks and meet deadlines. 
• Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to high standards and   
attention to detail. 
• Leadership, enterprise, creativity and ability to work effectively   
with volunteers, colleagues and students. 
• Ability to read, write legibly, speak, and follow written and oral   
instructions in English. 
• Mastery of standard office productivity software (e.g. Microsoft   
Office programs): Word (including mail merges), Excel (including   
macros, charts and other advanced functions), PowerPoint, Adobe   
Acrobat and Outlook. 
• Experience with Jenzabar CX or a comparable computer database system. 
• Ability to spell accurately and write business correspondence   
according to professional writing standards. 
• Outstanding ability to develop reports, agendas, simple proposals,   
and conference materials. 
• Ability to apply basic and analytical math and budget monitoring   
procedures in maintaining financial/budget records. 
• Demonstrable competence with internet browsing software, search   
engines, and search strategies. 
• Sort and file alphabetically or by subject information from a   
variety of sources. 
• Strong analytical skills. 
• Knowledge of web 2.0 applications. 
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and interact   
successfully with individuals with varying abilities, backgrounds,   
interests and beliefs. 
• Ability to direct the work of clerical staff student workers and   
volunteers. 
• Experience with basic volunteer management. 
• Ability to manage budgets and provide timely reports and analysis of   
programmatic costs. 

Preferred qualifications: 
• Master's degree 
How to Apply: In addition to a Harvey Mudd College employment   
application available at www.hmc.edu/employment, please submit a   
resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications. All required   
documents must be submitted with your application in order to be   
considered for this position. 

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ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT SERVICES- Harvey Mudd   
College (Claremont, CA) 
Harvey Mudd College, one of the premier private liberal arts colleges   
of math, science and engineering in the nation, is seeking an   
Assistant/Associate Director of Advancement Services to work in the   
Office of College Advancement. This is a full-time, 12-month, non- 
exempt, benefits-eligible position. Title and salary are dependent   
upon qualifications with a minimum $4,583.00 per month. HMC offers a   
competitive benefits package. 

The Assistant/Associate Director of Advancement Services helps manage   
the College's Advancement Office database and manage an aggressive   
program of gift processing, data entry, and donor/financial/ 
statistical reporting. This position reports to the Director of   
Advancement Services and works closely with Advancement Research and   
front-line fundraising and campaign teams. The Assistant/Associate   
Director performs an integral role in the preparation for and   
implementation of a planned comprehensive campaign by proactively and   
collaboratively generating reports, analyzing data, coordinating   
campaign projects, and assisting staff with gift processing, data   
entry and record-keeping issues. 

The College is committed to providing extensive professional   
development for the successful candidate to round out their existing,   
inter-related aptitudes in programming, gift accounting and financial   
compliance, as well as gift and data processing. 

Job responsibilities include: 
• Manage a comprehensive program of gifts processing and data entry,   
including ongoing and back-up program facilitation, and day-to-day   
oversight of a data entry/gifts assistant. 
• Generate routine and custom reports utilizing the College's database   
(currently Jenzabar CX), including statistical outputs and analysis.   
Provide regular reporting on individual and unit solicitation/ 
fundraising goals for front-line fundraisers. Manage modifications to   
existing reports, as requested. Use established protocols, as well as   
judgment and experience, to ensure data integrity and valid data   
interpretation. 
• Conduct quarterly Gift-to-General Ledger Reconciliation. 
• Manage campaign-related projects, including routine and custom   
reports, such as campaign pyramid (e.g., gifts-to-goal) reports. 
• Serve as the primary point person to manage and respond to incoming   
requests from Advancement staff pertaining to the acquisition,   
recording, and locating of data about constituents and donations in   
the database. 
• Generate routine and special mailing lists, as requested. 
• Manage transition to a new database system, working closely with   
vendor(s), as requested. 
• Work to ensure data integrity and completeness of database systems,   
working closely with the Research Unit and front-line fundraising teams. 
• Working closely with the Director of Advancement Services, help   
oversee the establishment and maintenance of the Advancement Office's   
overall policies and procedures manual, with special attention to   
those documents pertaining to staff use of database information.   
Assist with the creation and upkeep of documentation pertaining to   
gift and data maintenance. 
• Train and supervise professional and student staff regarding   
departmental systems and protocols (i.e., calendaring, email, database   
management, paper record-keeping and filing techniques, etc.). 
• Evaluate and recommend the acquisition of database/computer   
resources and develop and manage the departmental budget allocated to   
Advancement Services. Stay abreast of current trends and developments   
in the field of Advancement Services and database management. 
• Coordinate with vendors, as requested. 
• As needed, participate in donor recognition and cultivation events   
as a representative of the College. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required education, experience, skills and knowledge include: 
• Bachelor's degree and minimum three years of experience in database   
management. 
• Demonstrated data and gift processing experience. 
• Ability to utilize/learn the College database. 
• Experience in developing and writing reports with similar database   
reporting tools is essential (current reporting tools include Cognos   
Impromptu and Cognos 8). 
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and effectively use   
new software programs; expertise in Excel. 
• Knowledge of current trends in database management and reporting. 
• Knowledge of basic nonprofit gift accounting principles. 
• Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of   
the diverse College Advancement team. 
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, prioritize and organize   
multiple projects, think critically, and work with numbers. 
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic. 
• Personal integrity and ability to appropriately handle confidential   
and sensitive information. 

Preferred qualifications: 
• Master's degree 
• Higher education or other non-profit experience 
• Significant experience managing relational databases and experience   
with basic programming 

Application Procedures: 
In addition to a Harvey Mudd College employment application available   
at www.hmc.edu/employment, please submit a resume and a cover letter   
describing your qualifications. All required documents must be   
submitted with your application in order to be considered for this   
position. 

LA JOB OPP - Winner & Associates - Associate Position

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Winner & Associates - Associate Position (Century City)
Winner & Associates is a full-service strategic communications 
consulting firm specializing in issues and crisis management, public 
affairs, marketing and public relations.
 
Winner & Associates provides strategic counsel and communications 
services to industry leaders in a wide variety of sectors including 
oil & gas, power generation, transportation, technology, entertainment 
and gaming.
 
Since its inception in 1975, the firm has served the U.S. and 
international communications needs of over 350 corporations, trade 
associates, law firms, governments and not-for-profit organizations, 
including more than fifty Fortune 500 companies.
 
Winner & Associates is looking for a new addition to the team. We are 
seeking someone with background in strategic communications, public 
and government relations, public affairs, government and/or business, 
preferably with at least 2 years of professional office experience. 
This is a full-time position that requires a minimum commitment of 40 
hours per week.
 
Essential Duties:
• Assist with account management and administration activities 
(includes managing assignment tracking system and project document 
archival and distribution system)
• Conduct media analysis & online research
• Assist with the development of strategic communications 
proposals, plans, reports and presentations
• Assist with the development and implementation of 
communication tools and outreach activities, including: media 
relations programs; spokesperson and media training; recruitment of 
third party spokespersons; community relations; reports, brochures 
and fact sheets; summaries of technical documents; website and blog 
communications; presentations and speeches; print, TV and radio 
advertisements; multimedia presentations.
Profile:
• 2 years minimum of professional experience in relevant field 
(e. g. strategic communications, public affairs, government and/or 
business)
• Strong Word, Excel and particularly PowerPoint skills 
ESSENTIAL
• University Degree in relevant field (e.g. communications, 
business, government, law)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent planning & administrative skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and with god judgment
• Ability to work flexible hours to ensure client expectations 
and project deadlines are met
• Strong understanding of U.S. socio-economic and cultural 
issues
• Extensive knowledge of U.S politics and government
• Firsthand understanding of contemporary web tools and trends 
a plus
Please send resume, cover letter, 1-2 writing samples and 2-3 
references to: hbarrot@winnr.com
 

Any Broadcast Journalists out there?

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News Anchor/Reporter (KMEX-09-05)
Southern California's most watched newscast, Univision 34, Los 
Angeles, has an immediate opening for a full-time News Anchor/ 
Reporter for its award-winning late edition. Candidate must 
demonstrate an ability to think on their feet, ask probing questions 
and deal with high-pressure situations. Anchor must develop community- 
centric story ideas for coverage, write their own scripts and take 
direction. Applicant must be vibrant and dynamic to co-host the 11p 
news while reporting for the early edition. As a News Reporter you are 
responsible for writing, editing, reading and presenting stories for 
live daily newscasts. The Reporter is given a daily assignment and is 
responsible for gathering and researching facts, which lead to the 
dissemination of a well-written informative and balanced news report. 
Reporters combine text, audio and video to produce accurate, timely 
and rich multimedia news reports. Anchor/ Reporter writes and produces 
daily news briefs for website, radio and other digital platforms. 
Additionally, the Anchor/ Reporter represents Univision 34 at 
community events throughout the market as needed. Other duties as 
deemed necessary.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
 
Education: B.A in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism or Communications 
required.
 
Work Experience: Five years large market experience in television 
broadcast. Knowledge of news gathering, writing, multi media and 
reporting is required. Knowledge of National and international 
Politics, Finance, Current Affairs and Hispanic issues very helpful. 
Must be able to work in a fast-paced news environment while providing 
content on multiple platforms. Demonstrated ability to read and write 
perfectly in Spanish and English.
Basic Skills: Anchor/ Reporter must have excellent command of Spanish 
and English both written and spoken with exceptional presentation 
skills. Excellent on-camera appearance. Must be objective, accurate, 
and have the ability to educate and inform. An understanding of basic 
prosumer camera operation and computer video editing a plus. Computer 
word processing applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Avid must. 
Knowledge of basic television equipment helpful. Must be willing and 
able to work a flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and 
holidays.
 
CONTACT:
KMEX-Sales Department
P.O Box 451818
Los Angeles, CA 90045
rzazueta@univision.net
FAX: (310) 348-3414

Fwd: 2 Job Opps at Harry Fox Agency - VP of Marketing and a Director of Press & Communications

Just the messenger.

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Friday is my last day here at HFA; I'm going to be striking out on my own to set up Jaybird Communications. At this point, it looks like HFA is thinking of having two people replace me, a VP of Marketing and a Director of Press & Communications. I don't have any specs yet, but if you know of anyone that might be interested, have them send a resume to Michael Simon, msimon@harryfox.com

The Harry Fox Agency, Inc.
601 West 26th Street
Suite 500
New York NY 10001

Fwd: NYC Job Opening - Media Dept Assistant - Mute Records

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JOB OPENING

 Mute is looking for an Assistant to our Media & New Media Departments

We are looking for a new team member to provide administrative support to our Publicity and New Media Department. This is a part-time position, 30hrs per week @ $15 an hour. We are looking for a detail-oriented self-starter. Prior music industry experience a plus but not required.

 Please send resume and cover letter to leslie@mute.com.

 Responsibilities include:

• Prepare weekly coverage reports
• Maintain press archives, new media archives, TV & video archives and digital assets.
• Maintain large informational database and targeted email blast lists
• Prepare departmental expense reports
• Media Research
• Travel and accommodation research and bookings
• Prepare and execute mailings to solicit coverage
• Coordinate, manage, and execute regional tour press campaigns
• Help schedule artist promotional activity
• Connect phone interviews between journalists and artists
• Oversee storage and duplication of promotional videos
• Must be detail-oriented, motivated, self-starter 

Fwd: NYC Job Opening: Luaka Bop

 celestetabora.com

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Luaka Bop, an independent music label that has specialized in eclectic music for over 20 years, seeks to fill the position of general manager.  An organized and creative thinker with 3-4 yrs experience who can handle the following is preferred:

Print and CD/vinyl production management
Manage publicity campaigns and social networking
Create marketing plans for all releases
Build relationships with indie retailers 
Oversee website development
Liaison with artists for performances and PR opportunities
Develop strategies to reach and grow fan base for D2F sell-thru 
Assist with radio promotion
Must have exceptional writing/editing skills 

Interested parties can contact me directly.

Tara Anders
www.luakabop.com
tara@luakabop.com