https://careers.journalists.org Latest Online News Association Career Center Jobs Wed, 19 May 2021 05:54:57 Z https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14717582/bilingual-multi-platform-journalist-central-washington https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14717582/bilingual-multi-platform-journalist-central-washington Yakima, Washington, Summary of Duties: The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication and Northwest Public Broadcasting (NWPB) are looking for an individual with strong news reporting skills to produce network-quality news and feature reports. This position will work with a regional news team to gather, write, and produce multi-platform spots and features about the local region to be presented in both English and Spanish. The journalist will live and work in the Central Washington region, at a location to be determined by the reporter and NWPB, with preference for the Yakima Valley, the Tri-Cities, Ellensburg or Wenatchee. The reporter will regularly travel throughout the region in the course of their work. Must be a tenacious journalist with unwavering commitment to the importance of ethical, fair, accurate journalism who believes in the power of purpose of public media. Required Qualifications: Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, mass communications, or closely related field, and two (2) years of radio broadcast and/or news reporting experience, which has included experience in gathering, writing, editing, and producing news and feature reports. Additional Requirements: Fluent oral and written communication skills in English/Spanish languages. Possession of, or ability to obtain at time of hire, a valid, unrestricted driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications: Experience publishing and/or maintaining websites. Experience or training in new technologies for the gathering and delivery of news. Experience in podcasting in a production role. Using social media in a news environment.   WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:41:14 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14685336/web-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14685336/web-producer Everett, Washington, The Daily Herald of Everett, Washington, is looking for a multi-skilled journalist to play a crucial role on our digital news desk as a web producer and innovator. We need someone who can up our game right away and eventually become a newsroom manager. This job has multiple responsibilities, including the editing and posting of news to the website; management of social media accounts and reader interaction; video and audio oversight; and creative presentation of the news online. That last item is especially important: We want someone who can spot opportunities for innovation on the web using existing and new tools. This job is ideal for someone looking for an entrée to a passionate and collaborative web-first newsroom where talented people grow professionally. This is a key position on a three-person digital team, and evangelizing best digital practices in the newsroom is part of the job. The Daily Herald, with the website HeraldNet.com, has been the leading news and information source in Snohomish County, Washington, for more than a century. We are in Everett, a vibrant and growing community 30 miles north of downtown Seattle, framed by Puget Sound to the west and the Cascade Mountains to the east. This position is full-time. Please email an introductory letter and a resume to careers@soundpublishing.com and include "web producer" in the subject line. We would welcome a critique of our website, www.HeraldNet.com , with emphasis on our presentation of news. We offer excellent benefits, including medical/vision/dental/life, short and long-term insurance, 401k with an employer match, and paid time off. Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Find out more about us at www.soundpublishing.com . This is not an entry-level position. The winning candidate has a passion for journalism and a nose for news; has basic reporting and writing skills; is a strong wordsmith, with an ear for headlines; has great visual instincts; is comfortable with HTML, web services, and data presentation; is familiar with video/audio creation and editing; and is comfortable with analytics and using those insights to adjust content to best reach our audience. Based on experiernce Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:26:43 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14823874/special-projects-reporter-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14823874/special-projects-reporter-producer Seattle, Washington, ABOUT KNKX KNKX is a Puget Sound area public media outlet, dedicated to bringing jazz, blues, regional news, and NPR programs to the Northwest and beyond. As an independent station, KNKX employees are energized in their mission to provide the very best service to over 400,000 listeners on-air and online, to engage closely with community members and the public media industry to constantly improve and innovate, and to present music and stories that educate, inspire, and expand horizons. KNKX offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. We have offices in Seattle and Tacoma. The mission of the KNKX Newsroom is to serve as an authoritative, thoughtful, and distinctive journalistic voice that people rely on to tell the story of and for the region. That mission is served when our newsroom includes people of different identities, backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. Our organization aims to reflect the vibrancy and diversity of the place we live. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. GENERAL DESCRIPTION : The Special Projects Producer/Reporter is part of a small team that is dedicated to every form of storytelling: breaking news, accountability, profiles and long-form narratives, including podcasts. This position produces and reports compelling content within two hours, two days or two weeks, depending on the assignment. This position collaborates closely with reporters, engages with the news, and jumps in on the big story whenever asked. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage enterprise journalism centering the humanity of each story, seeking out new and diverse voices. Transport the listener to the location of the story, using imagination, and narrative innovation. Assists in creating and maintaining calendars for coverage. Helps to determine the best primary channel for content. (e.g. broadcast, online, podcast) Gather sound and interviews in the field. Act as an editor and producer for enterprise, as well as daily news as needed. Edits interviews and segments Contributes story ideas to the newsroom, both short and long term. Manage the distribution of the content (e.g. broadcast, podcast and knkx.org) Books guests for on air interviews and reports. On-air and online news writing, rewriting news and information into radio-friendly copy and writing/producing original news reports. Maintains contact lists and other data for on-going continuity of coverage. Plays an active role in KNKX on-air fund drives (pitching and producing). Participates in community events. Other duties as assigned.  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of, and adherence to, journalistic ethics and standards, specifically the standards of NPR News. Ability to report in-depth news, perform thorough research, conduct effective interviews, and maintain organized records. Ability and advanced skill in producing high quality audio and online news using clear writing, clean production, and smooth announcing. Understands and supports the KNKX Mission Statement, the KNKX Principles and Values Statement, and KNKX's Long Range Plan, in addition to the KNKX newsroom vision statement and editorial coverage priorities. Ability to work under deadline pressure, make the best use of available resources, attend remote events and respond effectively to diverse and changing circumstances. Skills and ability to use and adapt to basic news technology, including: computers, phones, radio consoles, digital recorders and cameras. Ability to work with an online content management system. Ability to work in a creative team environment, both remotely and in person. Communicate effectively with supervisor and colleagues. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum three years professional experience in journalism. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Cultural competency to help us better connect with our region’s widely diverse communities Knowledgeable of NPR News standards. Experience hosting public radio news programs and podcasts.  Experience in public broadcasting. Experience with remote broadcasts. Storytelling experience across a variety of platforms, including websites and social media. Membership in SAG-AFTRA is required. The salary range for this position is $29.33-$32.21 per hour (equivalent to $61,000 - $67,000 per year).  Thu, 13 May 2021 19:56:39 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14735711/photojournalist https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14735711/photojournalist Seattle, Washington, The Seattle Times, a family-owned news organization and one of the nation’s premier regional news sources, is looking for an experienced  Photojournalist  to join our newsroom.  As a Photojournalist, you will be expected to cover a variety of assignments, from major league sports to spot news to magazine features to visually-driven enterprise. You should be comfortable developing visual story ideas with a focus on inclusive, community journalism while proving your ability to tell stories through video and with innovative online approaches. Sports photography, on and off the field of play, will also be essential. Ideally, you deeply believe in visual journalism’s role in reaching diverse audiences in print and online and have experience creating work that reflects diverse experiences within communities. As we take our credibility very seriously, the ability to gather complete information and write thorough, accurate photo captions and stories is vital. The Seattle Times serves the Pacific Northwest with some of the most impactful photo and video journalism of any regional news source. We are looking for an innovative candidate who can push us higher. In your application, please include a link to your portfolio of work.       We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive newsroom and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.   If your profile doesn’t match this job description exactly, you may still be a candidate for this position. Please let us know how your skills and experience relate to the role and its objectives. Experience:  Three years of professional photojournalism experience within a deadline-driven newsroom is preferred. Education:  Bachelor’s degree in journalism/communication or a related field, or equivalent experience. Must be able to show examples of generating story ideas and publishing stories with an emphasis on inclusive journalism. Show experience covering news, sports and a variety of enterprise stories. Must demonstrate a commitment to accuracy, including in the writing of captions. Must demonstrate proficiency in photography and video production, including technical quality, color correction, visual interest, news value, story-telling content, journalistic integrity and creative approaches. Must have demonstrated ability to collaborate with editors, photographers, reporters, designers and other journalists. Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Strong knowledge of online news approaches and social media. Strong knowledge of AP style, news judgment and journalistic ethics. Mon, 26 Apr 2021 13:12:12 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14712887/multiplatform-copy-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14712887/multiplatform-copy-editor Seattle, Washington, The Seattle Times, a family-owned news organization and one of the nation's premier regional news sources, is looking for a  Multiplatform Copy Editor  to join our Pulitzer Prize-winning newsroom. As part of our team, you will ensure news-worthy content moves rapidly through initial draft to final product with accuracy, sense, fairness, inclusivity, grammar and style. You should be comfortable working under tight deadlines with ease while supporting multiple editors at once. Ideally, you have previous experience (and mastery) with both AP and local style. Responsibilities Copy editing stories for web and print publication and helping produce digital news alerts and email newsletters. Writing Web headlines with SEO in mind and print headlines that expand on them. Evaluating, selecting and posting wire stories (business, national or world). Working collaboratively with various teams at The Seattle Times, on web and print production. Maintaining a consistent high-quality product with sharp grammar and unfailing accuracy. Continuously working to improve the efficiency and speed of the copy-editing process and the cultural inclusivity of the newspaper. Qualifications We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive newsroom and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.   If your profile doesn’t match this job description exactly, you may still be a candidate for this position. Please let us know how your skills and experience relate to the role and its objectives in your Cover Letter. Experience : At least three years of editing at a daily metro newspaper Education : College degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or professional experience. Strong editing skills, as demonstrated by performance on an editing test Strong news judgment Attention to detail Ability to work under deadline pressure Track record of inclusive journalism practices Adeptness with newsletters / social media: ability to engage with readers on multiple platforms  Familiarity with WordPress is a plus Schedule Variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. This role requires union dues be paid on a monthly basis as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the employer and union. Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, independent newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. As the largest newsroom in the Pacific Northwest, we serve the region with thoughtful journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you'll find work that matters. Resume and attachments over 10 MB per file cannot be accepted. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:31:19 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849430/graphics-reporter https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849430/graphics-reporter Seattle, Washington, The Seattle Times is an award-winning newsroom with a history of producing groundbreaking journalism for a broad regional audience. Independently owned by the local Blethen family for more than 120 years, The Times has won 11 Pulitzer Prizes, the most recent in 2020. It is considered a leader among major metropolitan newsrooms, producing rapid-fire breaking news, deep and richly told narrative and explanatory stories, high-impact investigative reporting, and powerful, gripping visual journalism. The Seattle Times, a family-owned news organization and one of the nation’s premier regional news sources, is looking for an experienced  Graphics Reporter  to join our Pulitzer Prize-winning newsroom. As part of our visual team, you will support our digitally focused graphics team by offering readers news and trends in an engaging, visual format. This role calls for you to bring your own story ideas to the table, and collaborate with other reporters, editors, producers and visual journalists to create news graphics, interactive stories and data visualizations. You should be versatile, curious and digitally focused in a role at the intersection of journalism, graphics, data and technology. Responsibilities Report and research original visual stories. Be curious and develop a diverse list of ideas that mix short-term stories with longer-term pieces. Inclusive mindset. For a reporter, this means cultivating diverse sources, constantly building cultural literacy and following best practices for inclusive journalism. Report with humanity: Use good, empathetic interview techniques to gain a better understanding of your story and the people in it. Identify the top visual opportunities of the day and week, in alignment with our editorial priorities. Identify topics that might be 'off-the-news' but of interest at the time. Collaborate with reporters, editors and other visual journalists to pitch ideas and complete stories. Think broadly about the opportunities provided by different visual formats, as well as approaches that are appropriate for deadlines. Create graphics and visual projects for same-day turnaround, as well as projects that may take longer. Work quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines, making sound decisions around story angles and technical approaches. Help edit other visual stories that are created in the department. Help reporters and editors learn new skills that will contribute to their visual storytelling. Qualifications We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive newsroom and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.   If your profile doesn’t match this job description exactly, you may still be a candidate for this position. Please let us know how your skills and experience relate to the role and its objectives in your cover letter. Experience:  At least three years of experience working in a newsroom. Demonstrated experience with graphic storytelling using data visuals. Excellent news judgment with research and reporting skills. Superior skills in information design, including layout, typography, and UX. Excellent knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and its libraries. Experience with data journalism and associated tools, such as Excel, SQL, R and Python is desirable. Good knowledge of the technical nuances of the digital platforms and building stories for mobile devices. A creative vision and willingness to share and collaborate on new ideas. The initiative to take on and learn new tasks in a fast-moving environment. This position will require a background check after an offer is made and union dues be paid monthly as a condition of employment. Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, independent newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. As the largest newsroom in the Pacific Northwest, we serve the region with thoughtful journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, Seattle Times Media Solutions combines cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you’ll find work that matters. Resume and attachments over 10 MB per file cannot be accepted. Tue, 18 May 2021 15:23:39 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14739424/communities-reporter https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14739424/communities-reporter Seattle, Washington, Provide informed, insightful coverage of communities in Seattle and the rest of Washington State, with a strong focus on equity. Deliver deeply reported and well-written stories that focus on real people and the issues important to them. Produce a variety of stories examining the impacts of public policy and transformative events on various communities, examining the challenges and successes experienced by individuals, organizations and businesses within those communities.  Salary Range : $60,000-$65,000 annually Temporarily remote Application Deadline:  May 14, 2021 Apply Here   KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  Contribute to the Crosscut news and politics section with stories pitched by you and/or assigned by the editor.  Identify and focus reporting on communities most impacted by public policy and major events, with a focus on equity and inclusion. Deliver stories each week that meet the highest journalistic and organizational standards for fairness, thoroughness, accuracy and quality. Share best practices for reporting on various communities with newsroom colleagues. Demonstrate ability and excitement to tell stories off the communities beat when asked. Actively develop skills in storytelling, story planning, data analysis and in-depth reporting.   Adapt to Crosscut’s approach of listening to and responding to reader questions and ideas. Consider how stories and projects can reach new communities and audiences across the region. Collaborate with video producers, photographers, audience engagement editors and web designers to shape stories that are visually compelling and incorporate a range of multimedia. Participate in the development of various modes of journalism, including podcasting, live events and video storytelling. Serve as a Crosscut representative at community and partner events, industry gatherings and in other formal settings.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in broadcasting, journalism, communications, new media, business, or a related field or equivalent experience required. At least two years of experience as a writer or editor, either in a deadline-oriented newsroom or as a freelancer. Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with peers; significant experience organizing and managing multiple priorities, and in developing and managing projects. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Enthusiasm for the role of public media in a changing journalism environment. Deep understanding of journalism ethics and practices, with nonprofit or public media experience preferred. Familiarity and professionalism with the role of social media in news gathering.  Ability to work remotely during the current office closure.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  Ability to view data on a computer screen for long periods of time Ability to type on a keyboard for long periods of time Ability to sit or stand for extended periods Cascade Public Media is committed to building a team that represents a diversity of thought, experience and personal background Apply Here   This job is temporarily remote. Coming to the Seattle office for onboarding may be necessary. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 12:53:23 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14718533/patient-safety-project-coordinator https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14718533/patient-safety-project-coordinator Seattle, Washington, A higher degree of healthcare. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Join our award-winning team at UW Medical Center - Montlake . Among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report 2019-2020 "America's Best Hospitals", UW Medical Center - Montlake prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. UW Medical Center - Montlake has again earned U.S. News & World Report’s No. 1 hospital ranking in Washington State and in the Seattle metropolitan area. It is the seventh consecutive year that UW Medical Center - Montlake has achieved both distinctions. The PATIENT SAFETY TEAM has an outstanding opportunity for a PATIENT SAFETY PROJECT COORDINATOR. This is a highly visible position at the University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) with frequent coordination with the School of Medicine, Faculty and Executive Leaders.  The PATIENT SAFETY PROJECT COORDINATOR is part of the UWMC Patient Safety Team and works closely with Administrators, Faculty and Staff to ensure appropriate documentation, tracking and reporting of Patient Safety incidents and Patient Experience comments at UWMC.  This position serves as the UWMC process owner for the Patient Safety Net, incident reporting system, the UWMC Patient Experience Comments process and provides project management support for projects identified by the Patient Safety Team. RESPONSIBILITIES: The PATIENT SAFETY COORDINATOR will: Serve as the entity process owner for the Patient Safety Net, incident reporting system across both University of Washington Medical Center campuses Advocate for and encourage reporting by ensuring that all staff are familiar with UWMC incident reporting tools and processes Review all PSN harm scores 1-4 daily Provide all user setup, training and support, ensure appropriate mapping of events and that event follow up is documented Produce and provide reporting as requested Coordinate with the other entity process owners to maintain standard processes Manage the patient experience comment review and distribution process. Including weekly review of patient experience comments received, creation of weekly reporting for each campus and highlighting comments for potential follow up and forwarding to appropriate leadership Review externally posted social media comments via the Binary Fountain tool Provide Patient Safety project management support as identified and supported by the Patient Safety Team Coordinate and facilitate Sentinel Event Alert gap analyses Ensure accurate capture and documentation of action items, project owners, project timeline, etc. Follow up with project owners regularly until project completion REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree  3-4 years of experience in Healthcare administrative support OR equivalent education and/or experience DESIRED: Experience in Clinical Quality or Patient Safety administrative support UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14708901/marketing-specialist https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14708901/marketing-specialist Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.  CoMotion® is UW’s collaborative innovation hub dedicated to expanding the global economic and societal impact of the UW community. CoMotion values collaboration, agility, creativity, inclusivity, and a focus on service to the UW community. Come and contribute to the University’s cutting edge technology and social innovations. CoMotion is committed to creating an environment of inclusiveness where every person feels welcomed and valued. We believe that attracting and retaining a diverse staff is crucial to provide excellent and innovative services to UW researchers. CoMotion has an outstanding full time opportunity for a Marketing Specialist. This position will contribute to developing and implementing a comprehensive, integrated marketing and content strategy focused on raising awareness of CoMotion and its goals with UW faculty/researchers, students, staff, entrepreneurs, and investors. The Marketing Specialist will support the Marketing & Communications team in planning and executing a broad range of marketing and communications strategies and tactics to achieve CoMotion’s mission. The primary functions of this position are (1) to develop, create, and implement marketing efforts for CoMotion including content strategy, digital communications, and marketing collateral with an eye for design, targeting a diverse audience composed of University faculty, staff, students, entrepreneurs, and investors, (2) write and create blogs/newsworthy content about CoMotion news and current events  (3) advertise and promote news and events to the audiences via website, email marketing, and social media channels. The Marketing Specialist reports directly to the Director of Marketing & Communications at CoMotion and also works closely with the Marketing Manager and interacts with other staff members. This position will support the development, execution and evaluation of marketing and communications programs designed to increase awareness and visibility of CoMotion in the UW community, greater Seattle region, and beyond. This position needs to balance a diverse set of mandates and demands within CoMotion. They must be able to take complex scientific or technical subjects and write stories that are understood by a lay audience with a focus on why it matters. RESPONSIBILITIES: Content strategy and creation: Develop, write and produce digital and print communications, including blog posts, news announcements, eNewsletters, program and event emails, PowerPoint presentations and case studies. Knowledge of Marketo a plus. Work creatively and independently in creating graphics, selecting photos, designing layout and posting content to strengthen the brand and message of CoMotion; some photography and videography skills a plus. Ensure marketing materials adhere to brand standards. Provide outstanding customer service to CoMotion and professionally represent CoMotion and the University of Washington in all interactions. Website content maintenance and graphic design work: Make regular content updates to CoMotion website using WordPress. Support production of marketing collateral: create designs and layouts for brochures, posters, banners, promotional merchandise, and other pieces. Work with vendors to oversee production, quality and delivery. Select and prepare photos/graphics for eNewsletters, social media, web, other collateral projects using Adobe PhotoShop and other platforms as needed. Social media content creation: Support social media strategy and presence by creating posts across channels including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and other relevant channels promoting stories, news and events, including photos and videos. Plan and schedule social media posts using platforms such as TweetDeck. Continuously explore and propose new social media strategies, techniques and platforms to keep our posts current and support our mission and objectives, as relevant to our key audience. Video and audio editing: Proficiency in Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere editing software to edit simple videos and audio soundbites, motion graphics skills a plus. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, English, public relations or related field plus two years of experience in marketing and communications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and customer service. Demonstrated strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED: Experience with science writing preferred. Experience working with startups of various fields. Experience working in higher education. Poised, professional manner with the ability to express oneself clearly in interactions with others in all forms of communications, verbal and written, one-on-one and group, etc. Ability to communicate in a direct and professional manner that resolves differences. Ability to work independently, problem solve, take initiative set priorities and handle multiple projects efficiently and effectively. Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability, and strong attention to detail. Ability to make decisions in ambiguous situations, exercise good judgement based on information and analysis in a fast pace, dynamic, deadline-driven environment in an organized and professional manner. Knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop; knowledge of other products in Adobe Suite a plus. Knowledge of WordPress. Knowledge of Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premier. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14518573/communications-consultant-2 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14518573/communications-consultant-2 Pasco, Washington, Columbia Basin College ("CBC" or the "College") seeks a Communications Consultant who will be responsible for aiding the Marketing & Communications Department in its role in supporting student success and positioning Columbia Basin College as the first choice for higher education. This person also supports the department’s commitment to providing internal and external communications and creative services that are effective, compelling and agency-quality to the College and community. This position also provides English/Spanish translation services for the College as needed. This position reports to the Marketing & Communications Director. This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by March 14, 2021 @ 11:59 PM Pacific Time. Primary Responsibilities: Collect, write, proofread and publish compelling content for the College’s external and internal online presence, including internal and external websites, social media platforms, an electronic newsletter and digital marketing tactics while adhering to branding guidelines; Support the College’s goal of maximizing the search engine optimization (SEO) of its web content to improve the College’s visibility in organic search results; Support the development and tracking of integral advertising campaigns to support enrollment, retention, completion and other College initiatives; Monitor, review and edit online graphics orders to ensure accuracy and adherence to branding standards; Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency in messaging in regards to marketing and communications initiatives, and to ensure informational, department and program related content is accurate, up-to-date and are consistent with marketing efforts to maximize return-on-investment; Review, edit and approve submitted web content in the College's content management system (CMS); Provide English/Spanish translation services as needed; Program and schedule electronic software systems; Work with internal clients to determine best communication tactics to promote programs, events and initiatives;  Work with CBC Videographer to produce compelling videos that support the College and student success; Write news releases and coordinate with media; Select the most appropriate techniques and materials available within the project budget;  Act as a brand advocate, ensuring all products reflect the CBC brand character and meet established brand standards; and Perform other duties as assigned.  To view a complete position description and/or apply, please visit our website at  www.columbiabasin.edu/jobs . CBC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected groups are encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, English or related field from an institutionally accredited college or university; Three (3) or more years of experience with writing/editing or website management experience; Three (3) or more years of experience providing excellent customer service;  Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish; and Portfolio of your work including one (1) English-language example of effective marketing-based writing for the web and one (1) example or excerpts from a successful, original social media campaign.* *Portfolio should be uploaded in the attachments section of the application. Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing, executing and monitoring full scope marketing and advertising campaigns; Experience using analytics and data platforms such as Google Analytics, AdWords, Facebook Ads Manager, etc., to monitor and report on website traffic, social media activity and engagement, search engine optimization, and effectiveness of marketing campaigns; Knowledge of website maintenance and management, online platforms and content management systems.  Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:02:32 -0500 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14430005/director-for-marketing-and-communications https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14430005/director-for-marketing-and-communications Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for six consecutive years. The University of Washington School of Public Health (SPH) has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Marketing & Communications. The Director for Marketing and Communications leads all school-level internal and external communications for the University of Washington School of Public Health (SPH), including branding, marketing, content development, media relations, advertising, and social media. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Advancement, but also works closely with University Marketing & Communications, the Dean, Vice, Associate and Assistant Deans, Department Chairs, academic leaders, advancement staff, the Health Sciences Public Information Officer and other stakeholders.  This position will develop, implement and evaluate a strategic and comprehensive communications and marketing plan that advances the School’s values of equity, social justice and anti-racism.  The plan will also support the School’s North Star as defined in our 2020-2025 strategic plan : to tackle the greatest health challenges in our region and the world, make groundbreaking discoveries that are fueled by rigorous science and equity-driven solutions and train students who are leaders who emerge prepared to work in partnership with communities to improve the health of all people. Position Complexities: The Director assumes a key leadership role in initiating and implementing marketing and communications projects and media/public relations efforts that keep the School’s internal and external constituencies informed, and enhances the overall image and awareness of the school, as well as student and faculty recruitment and fundraising activities. The Director also provides day-to-day personnel and project management, as well as professional development opportunities, for a team of 3.5 FTE staff members. DUTIES: Strategy Development, Planning, Implementation and Production (50%) Work closely with the Dean, Vice, Associate and Assistant Deans, the Health Sciences Public Information Officer and other key leaders to develop and implement a comprehensive and strategic communications and marketing plan that supports key priorities and outcomes outlined in the School’s strategic plan, including those related to equity, social justice and anti-racism.  Create an annual operating plan to guide the implementation of this comprehensive plan. Work with School leadership (including the Dean, Vice, Associate and Assistant Deans, Department Chairs, among others) and a diverse set of stakeholders to ensure that the School’s key messages are reflected in all UW SPH publications and events, strategically highlighting work that promotes our mission and values, as articulated in the school’s strategic plan. Lead efforts around internal communications activities that inform and unify our staff, faculty and students around our values and mission. Manage crisis communications needs in collaboration with appropriate School leadership in a manner that reflects our shared values of equity, social justice and anti-racism. Work strategically with the Associate Dean of Advancement and philanthropy staff to create, implement, and evaluate an alumni and donor communications plan, including key fundraising messages and themes for SPH fundraising priorities. Utilize platforms such as Husky Landing, social media, website and special outreach to build affinity and excitement with the alumni population regarding actives generated by the School. Help create and edit campaign, direct mail, and fundraising materials such as case statements, concept papers, proposals and campaign materials for specific SPH fundraising priorities and/or capital campaigns. Work closely with Department Chairs, communicators, and program directors to assess upcoming projects and activities and advise on editorial content, timing, content flow and messaging integration with both the School’s and the University’s communications and the School's strategic goals.  Activities could include but are not limited to print and web-based newsletters/blog postings, invitations, and announcements, with a particular emphasis on reinforcing the school’s core mission and values. Develop a strategy to grow SPH’s social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and other social media sites as user trends evolve. Work collaboratively with representatives of University Marketing & Communications to coordinate School of Public Health communications with UW communications, and vice versa, and to align School of Public Health branding with the UW's brand. Serve as the School’s representative to the UW Marketing & Communications Executive Committee, and other communications committees and initiatives, as necessary. Contribute to special UW marketing initiatives as needed. Collaborate with the team on the development, promotion and execution of Office of the Dean events and help ensure that they are designed to support the vision and direction of the overall communications strategy. Writing, Editing, Media/Public Relations Responsibilities (25%) Collaborate with the team to create, produce and edit communication materials/campaigns (print, online, video, social media, etc.) for audiences including School faculty, staff, prospective students, students, alumni, donors, partners, foundations, the media, USNWR voters, and the general public. Prepare correspondence on behalf of the Dean, including but not limited to: publication messages, letters, speeches and talking points, lectures, award nominations, volunteer acknowledgements, and sympathies. Collaborate with the Health Sciences Public Information Officer to promote and manage media relations for the School and work to capture media attention for significant and newsworthy stories from the School. Work in cooperation with the UW Office of News & Information when necessary. Independently develop regular news releases and draft articles about specific activities, events, research and accomplishments in the School, disseminate to the media, and act as part of the media contact process. Serve as editor of the School’s bi-annual UW SPH Magazine, collaborating with the publication's manager in the development of a content plan, management of an editorial board and provide oversight of all writing, editing, design, and production. Ensure that this publication reflects the school’s core mission and values, both in terms of the subjects covered and the language that is used. Coach faculty members in media preparedness, and accompany them to video/radio interviews and photo shoots, as necessary. Personnel Management (20%) Supervise Office of the Dean’s communications staff, and work collaboratively to develop priorities, define scope and supervise day-to-day activities. This includes work-load management, prioritization of duties to optimize capacity, coaching on problem-solving, review and approval of work as appropriate, and ensuring successful completion of all job responsibilities. Ensure communication activities are addressed effectively and in a timely manner. Provide cross-training to ensure back-up systems are in place Select, hire, and manage vendors and contractors across multiple disciplines including graphic design firms, public relations, advertising and marketing firms, freelance writers, photographers, event design, production vendors, and more as needed. Other Duties as Assigned (5%) This includes but is not limited to photography, editing special projects, video and photo shoot planning, attended School related events and compiling School news briefs to submit to US News and World Report voters and other outlets. Reporting and Supervision This position reports to the Associate Dean for Advancement and supervises the SPH communications team. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of marketing/communications experience or related field. Equivalent combination of comparable knowledge and skills may substitute for education and/or experience. Demonstrated ability to conceive, implement, and evaluate strategic marketing and communication plans. Experience managing and developing staff and/or teams. Demonstrated ability to develop communications that are aligned with the School’s core values of equity, social justice and anti-racism. Demonstrated experience analyzing and synthesizing large and complex amounts of information. Demonstrated ability to translate scientific and/or technical information into easily understandable communications for the general public. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with high attention to detail. Extensive experience in positions that require writing and editing of news articles, messaging, internal communications, crisis communications, briefing papers, web content, and other materials for diverse audiences, including at the executive level. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with an array of internal and external stakeholders, at varying levels. Demonstrated experience planning, directing, and monitoring budgets. Understanding of current and emerging social media trends. Demonstrated knowledge of current desktop publication and web applications including Adobe Creative Suite. Demonstrated experience working within a matrixed organization. Demonstrated experience engaging authentically with diverse stakeholders and to lift the voices of individuals from underrepresented or marginalized communities. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Basic understanding of HTML coding, Photoshop and video production. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, business administration or journalism. Experience with fundraising or nonprofit environments. Experience working with content management systems. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum requirements. Conditions of Employment Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours. Must have regular and reliable transportation for local travel and willing to travel when necessary. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14587765/communications-specialist https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14587765/communications-specialist Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. The Dermatology Division has an outstanding opportunity for a Communications Specialist, to join our team. We are looking for someone who has the skills and passion to communicate the depth, breadth and impact of our innovative research, exceptional teaching and specialized clinical work that is improving health care locally, nationally and around the world.  This position is responsible for helping implement a division-wide, comprehensive communication strategy to increase external awareness, strengthen internal communications and ensure consistent and coordinated communication of University, UW Medicine and division messaging. This is a full-time position reporting to the Manager of Strategy, Finance and Clinical Programs. Position Complexities The Communications Specialist will be expected to juggle multiple responsibilities, have a high attention to detail, work effectively as part of a team, and be able to prioritize work, build relationships across multiple units and projects, and serve as a source of expert advice. Position Dimensions This position is responsible for helping implement a comprehensive communication strategy for the Dermatology Division. Through communications vehicles such as the division websites, social media, newsletters, fact sheets and flyers, the Communications Specialist will represent both the Division and the UW to other institutions and to the broader public. A successful candidate will significantly affect the reputation of the Division, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine and UW. Responsibilities Web and social media communications Develop and prepare written content for 3 websites on the Department of Medicine (DOM) web framework, including conducting interviews with faculty, staff, trainees and students; writing stories and news articles; updating event listings; and monitoring websites to maintain fresh content. Lead the revamp of the Division website affiliate sites including a change in platforms and learning new design Work with DOM web manager and Division communications Manager to set development and content priorities for Division websites Train content editors on creating and editing content using our Drupal web framework, visual design and working with images, communication best practices, and writing for the web Manage, monitor and grow our social media presence to raise awareness of Division activities, acknowledge our partners and drive traffic to the Division websites. Stay current with the latest social media best practices and technologies Manage the Division events calendar and work with Division team members to promote events Internal & external communications Produce, write, and edit stories that inform and engage our various audiences Draft communication materials on behalf of the Division Head Lead Division Communications Committee meetings Collaborate with communications manager to develop key messages and help shape Division communications messaging to promote the Division's mission and activities Represent Division communication activities at communication and web services meetings. Managing internal content on the SharePoint intranet platform Manage department communication distribution lists Manage digital signage Manage communications for our Grand Rounds speaker presentations Provide counsel and advice to faculty and staff on appropriate marketing and communications strategies Develop and customize communication templates Develop new communication channels for strengthening internal communications Advocate for best practices Create marketing and communications materials such as brochures, flyers, postcards Create visual content, which may include photographing events; producing, shooting, and editing short, informal videos and/or illustrating concepts through graphic design and infographics Manage donor and alumni communications Travel to events to capture content Provide program-specific support Faculty Support Assistant Create and maintain requirements for the Humanities Pathway, and track student assignments on Canvas Set up and maintain a calendar with reminders and emails for the annual cycle of the Humanities Pathway Manage Humanities Pathway mentors Maintain Resident schedules at Roosevelt Clinic Coordinate and maintain professional memberships and licensures for the Dermatology faculty Working with Dermatology faculty, assist and coordinate with publication submissions Maintain curricula vitae for faculty members as needed and insure updates are posted on the Division website Provide Dermatology faculty assistance for travel, meeting registrations and reimbursements as needed Other duties as assigned As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in communications, journalism, science writing, or related field. Additional Requirements: Superior writing and editing skills for a broad spectrum of communication channels Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department leaders, partners and stakeholders Demonstrated ability to serve as a spokesperson on behalf of department activities Demonstrated experience in setting website and content development priorities Experience managing social media channels in an organizational setting Demonstrated ability to problem solve, take initiative, set priorities, handle multiple projects, supervise, and exercise good judgment in a fast paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment. Proficiency with personal computing environment, Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), and navigating the Internet. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED Experience in higher education, and/or health care Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Experience editing a website using WordPress and/or Drupal Interest/experience in visual design, content layout, photography, videography Interest/experience in visual design, content layout, photography, videography CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14722315/racial-justice-editor-remote https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14722315/racial-justice-editor-remote Seattle, Washington, Title:  Racial Justice Editor Department:  Editorial Reports to:  Executive Editor Status:  Part-time contract position (25-30 hrs./week) Location:  Fully remote, U.S. Compensation:  $35/hour Are You YES! Media’s Next Racial Justice Editor? YES! Media is seeking an experienced journalist to join our team as the Racial Justice Editor. The ideal candidate will be skilled at writing, reporting, and editing for print and digital media, and have experience assigning and editing stories from freelancers, managing beat budgets, and working remotely—both independently and with colleagues—to meet deadlines, generate story ideas, and craft cohesive, overarching coverage within the  Racial Justice beat . This is a rare opportunity to join a small-but-mighty team of editors dedicated to journalistic excellence, culturally competent coverage, and expanding the field of solutions journalism. The Racial Justice Editor will be a key part of the Editorial team, producing and overseeing daily digital journalism within their beat, and contributing to the development and production of our quarterly print publication,  YES! Magazine . Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Asian people are enthusiastically encouraged to apply. This is a contract, fully remote position, offering an hourly rate of $35/hour for 25-30 hours per week  through December 2021. The Racial Justice Editor will be an independent contractor, and is expected to provide their own equipment. Upon completion of the contract, there may be an opportunity to convert to a full-time staff position, depending on the editor’s interest and success in the role. About the Position The purpose of YES!’s  coverage on race  is to acknowledge the history of racial injustice and inequity in the United States (and abroad), and to reeducate our readers about the experiences and views of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Asian people and communities. YES!’s coverage of racial justice is explicitly intersectional, and centers the voices, experiences, and expertise of historically marginalized groups. In addition to fearlessly naming root causes of systemic injustice, our stories also recognize and celebrate the contributions of BBIA people to U.S. history and culture. The Racial Justice beat covers a broad, intersectional range of topics—from grassroots solutions that inform and explain the ways in which BBIA communities are organizing and mobilizing to solve problems related to inadequate access to housing, food, health care, water, and jobs, to commentaries and analyses about the impact of those problems, including mass incarceration and state violence. YES!’s conception of the Racial Justice beat is expansive, and intentionally includes coverage of civil liberties, emerging solutions, contextualization of news and cultural events, and successful grassroots initiatives and community organizing within BBIA communities globally. This position was first created in 2016, developed and shaped by  Zenobia Jeffries Warfield , who is now YES! Media’s Executive Editor, and to whom the new Racial Justice Editor will report. YES!’s Racial Justice Editor will: Continue to shape YES!’s award-winning coverage of  racial justice , including solutions emerging around the world from Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Asian communities. Build on YES! Media’s unique perspective in its coverage of racial justice, including identifying underlying problems and their potential solutions, what deep resistance and innovative possibilities look like, what movements are doing this work, who the leading voices are, and where fresh energy is coming from. Manage a monthly beat budget to assign reported stories and timely commentaries. Evaluate pitches from freelancers and make assignments within the beat, including negotiating pay, obtaining licensing contracts, and processing payment requests. Track assignments, completed stories, and author metrics within the Racial Justice beat. Conduct all levels of editing on drafts, as necessary, including developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, fact checking, and proofreading. Write and report at least two stories each month, or author a monthly column. Participate in the quarterly production of  YES! Magazine , either through their own reporting or by editing assignments from outside writers. Contribute story pitches within the Racial Justice beat, and assign and edit at least one feature for each quarterly print magazine. Promote the Racial Justice Editor’s work, and that of YES! Media more broadly, on social media and to the Editor’s professional networks. Learn and utilize relevant systems for story and budget tracking and team communication. Enter reported stories into website CMS, and communicate as needed with additional editorial staff throughout the production and proofing process. Be a full-fledged member of  YES!’s editorial team . Have access to YES!’s twice-monthly racial affinity group meetings. Join an organization that is actively committed to antiracism and equity, through both its external coverage and its internal operations. Additional duties may include: Support for print and website production, including writing headlines, copy editing, fact-checking, proofreading, and article photo selection as needed. Collaboration with Digital production team to maximize reach of stories produced by the Racial Justice Editor on social media and elsewhere. Reading other magazines in print or online that share YES!’s reader demographics to be aware of industry developments as well as trending articles and authors. Curating potential reposts from like-minded and partner publications, and facilitating introductions, when possible, to additional authors or publications with whom YES! may want to cultivate a relationship. Requirements: At least 5 years experience in journalism, in both editorial and reporting capacities. Excellent research, reporting, editing, and writing skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills, both in editorial and interpersonal capacities, and ability to communicate professionally with writers of all levels, sources, experts, thought leaders, or other editors. Well-organized, able to meet deadlines and juggle multiple projects in different stages of completion simultaneously. Proven ability as a quick learner and fast worker. Ability to work independently and in close collaboration as a member of a team. Experience working with remote and in-house editorial teams to assign, edit, and shepherd to completion short- and long-form reported projects. An understanding of and curiosity about the ways race impacts economic, social, ecological, and political dynamics within the U.S. Familiarity with current and emerging patterns of transformative change, and professional connections to the individuals, communities, institutions, and organizers who are leading cultural shift and social change. Passion and expertise in the realm of racial justice, equity, privilege, and intersectionality, with a systemic analysis of the intersectional impact of race, as well as a knack for recognizing solutions that address root causes and shift power from the few to the many. Understanding and enthusiasm for the key values of the organization: collaboration, community, compassion, and how they manifest, including environmental responsibility, civic participation, anti-oppression and anti-racism work, bridge-building, and appreciative inquiry. Knowledge of media law and journalism ethics. Familiarity with online co-working tools, including Slack, Dropbox, Zoom, WordPress, Trello, Google Drive, and Office 365. How to Apply To apply for this position, please send a resume, three published clips, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and what new avenues or stories you would explore if you were in charge of YES!’s coverage on racial justice.  Send these materials in a single PDF to  jobs@yesmagazine.org , with the phrase “Racial Justice Editor” in the subject line, by May 7, 2021 . About YES! Media YES! Media is a 25-year-old independent, nonprofit publisher of solutions journalism. Our stories identify solutions and possibilities to build a more equitable, sustainable, compassionate world. Candidates should be committed to an inclusive workplace that values differences in race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and other aspects of individual and social identity. They should be committed to advancing equity within the organization and learning from the ideas, perspectives, and contributions of all staff members. Building the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion into the way we work is a critical priority at YES! Media. Positive Futures Network/YES! Media is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace and encouraging people from underrepresented communities to apply. We encourage the following applicants: people of color, people with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities who are underrepresented in the media field. 25-30 hours a week, through Dec. 2021, with possibility to become full-time staff at conclusion of contract. Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:32:14 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849685/director-of-communications-and-marketing https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849685/director-of-communications-and-marketing Seattle, Washington, T he Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to roughly 450 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory. The Northwest School is committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.    The Northwest School seeks a Director of Communications & Marketing who leads all internal and external communications and lead’s the School’s brand development and strategy, marketing efforts, public relations, web content and development, and creative design.  The department centrally supports the communication needs of our divisions and departments to ensure that all messaging reflects our values, brand, reputation, and community in a clear and vibrant way. The Director plays a leading role in marketing to prospective families, employees, donors, and promoting the good works and stories of the School to key external audiences. The Director is a key member of the Administration. Essential Functions:  The Director serves a key leadership role in initiating and implementing marketing and communications projects and media/public relations efforts that keep the School’s internal and external constituencies informed, and enhances the overall image and awareness of the school, as well as student and faculty recruitment and fundraising activities. Work with School leadership and a diverse set of stakeholders to ensure that the School’s key messages are reflected in all communications, publications, and events, strategically highlighting work that promotes our mission and values, as articulated in the school’s strategic plan. Develop, implement, and evaluate an annual strategic and comprehensive communications and marketing plan that advances the School’s values. Initiate and lead strategic marketing efforts to define brand, marketing messages, and positioning statements. Work closely with key colleagues to assess upcoming projects and activities and advise on editorial content, timing, content flow, and messaging integration.  Activities could include but are not limited to print and web-based newsletters/blog postings, invitations, and announcements, with a particular emphasis on reinforcing the school’s core mission and values.  Collaborates with community members to ensure individual communications are consistent with the School strategy and brand.   Create, produce, and edit communication materials/campaigns (print, online, video, social media, etc.) for audiences including prospective families and students, current families, alumni, donors, partners, foundations, the media, and the general public, sometimes using external vendors.  Ensure all messages are clear, compelling, and differentiating. Prepare or edit correspondence on behalf of the Head of School and other administrators, including but not limited to: publication messages, letters, speeches and talking points, lectures, and other key correspondence. Lead efforts around internal communications activities that inform and unify our faculty, students, and families. Manage crisis communications needs in collaboration with appropriate School leadership in a manner that reflects our values.  Serve as editor of the School’s publications, most notably an alumni magazine.  Develop a content plan, and provide oversight of all writing, editing, design, and production. Ensure that this publication reflects the School’s core mission and values, both in terms of the subjects covered and the language that is used. Independently develop regular news releases and draft articles about specific activities, events, research, and accomplishments in the School, disseminate to the media, and act as part of the media contact process. Develop a strategy to grow social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and other social media sites as user trends evolve. Select, hire, and manage vendors and contractors across multiple disciplines including graphic design firms, public relations, advertising and marketing firms, freelance writers, photographers, event design, production vendors, and more as needed. Serves as a back-up for website updates. Minimum Qualifications:  Demonstrated commitment to the school’s mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; environmental sustainability, and global perspective. A bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.       Three years of experience in branding, brand execution and management, and development and execution of marketing messages. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with high attention to detail.  Demonstrated experience analyzing, synthesizing, and clearly communicating large and complex amounts of information to a variety of audiences across platforms.  Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between marketing, communications, development, and enrollment management.  Strong technical skills relevant to the position.  Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead multiple projects under simultaneous deadlines, on time and within budget. Understanding of current and emerging marketing and communications trends, including social media trends. Preferred Qualifications:  Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, graphic design skills a plus. Experience managing a finance function in an educational setting, or in an organization with a similar revenue model. Experience using a content management system. Experience with fundraising or nonprofit environments.   Compensation: Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience. The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School. Application Process: Please submit a cover letter and resume online: http://northwestschool.org/about-the-school/employment  **Please note: we are unable to fully consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status. Tue, 18 May 2021 17:55:50 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14627448/communications-events-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14627448/communications-events-manager Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.  The Department of Global Health was established in 2007, bridging the schools of Medicine and Public Health, with a mandate to harness the expertise and interdisciplinary power of all UW schools and colleges. Our mission is to improve health for all through research, education, training, and service; to understand and address the causes of disease and health inequities at multiple levels; and to collaborate with partners to develop and sustain locally-led, quality health systems, programs and policies. Driven by tremendous interest among both students and faculty, the Department has grown explosively to more than 400 graduate students and hundreds more undergraduates. We have more than 380 faculty and 1,000 staff working on projects across 130 countries with our deepest ties in United States, Kenya, Uganda, Peru, Mozambique, India, South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Nicaragua. The Department of Global Health has an outstanding opportunity for a Public Information Specialist. At the Department of Global Health at the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. The Department recognizes that disparities in health around the globe stem from inequity. The Department encourages and supports the multiple identities of staff, faculty and students including, but not limited to, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, culture, spiritual practice, geography, mental and physical disability and age. The Department strives to become a local, national, and international leader in developing and maintaining increased representation and recognition of each of these dimensions of diversity among its faculty, staff, and students. Establishes long range goals, objectives, and strategies and assumes a leadership role in initiating and implementing DGH programs in marketing and communication, events, alumni, and the intranet. Market news stories to the media (with UW News and UW Medicine news teams) with the goal of gaining the widest possible favorable exposure for the University. Manage the strategic development and implementation of goals and outcomes of the Department of Global Health (DGH) communications and events (internal and external) strategy, alumni strategy, and intranet. Primary responsibility for Department: •communication and events decision-making, including planning and directing the development and communication of information designed to keep the public informed of the Department's programs, accomplishments, and point of view, and information designed for internal DGH audiences, including the DGH intranet. •alumni strategy, including planning and directing alumni communication channels and tools, and activities. DGH bridges the Schools of Medicine and Public Health, and this position works regularly with both Schools. In addition, DGH is a model for interdisciplinary partnerships and works across campus, including with the Schools of Pharmacy, Nursing, Business, Law, Engineering; the College of Built Environments; the College of the Environment; and the Departments of Anthropology, Bioengineering, Communication, and Epidemiology. This position thus works across campus – and with the wider global health community beyond UW – to build awareness and support for the Department of Global Health, including communicating achievements of its 26 affiliated Centers/Programs/Initiatives, faculty, staff, and students and leveraging communications to contribute toward DGH’s mission to improve health for all through research, education, training, and service. RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategy and planning: •This position works independently and has primary decision-making authority for guiding and directing the Department’s communication and events strategy and messaging, DGH’s intranet, and DGH’s alumni program; and primary responsibility for DGH’s communication impacts. •Develop, revise and update strategy (including evaluation metrics) and work plans for communications, events, alumni engagement and the DGH intranet to align with the strategic goals of the Department and ensure smooth implementation and monitoring/ evaluation of the events strategy and work plan. •Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for DGH, the University of Washington and the UW brand, and provide support for others to incorporate UW branding into their communications. •Partner with Communication Director of the School of Public Health and UW Medicine Media Relations and strategic communications teams to confirm information and elevate global health stories, news, and other information. •Participate in regular meetings of external partner organizations Supervision: •Provide direction, supervision, and oversight to communications staff, student assistant and consultants for DGH communications, events, alumni program and intranet. •Review and provide guidance to communications staff regarding social media priorities and content, and development and upkeep of the photo database. •Collaborate with communications staff, faculty, and DGH staff to    -  identify strategic events highlighting DGH priority areas;    -  communicate alumni opportunities and develop activities;    -  identify and disseminate news stories and profiles highlighting the breadth and depth of the Department’s various research areas;    -  identify strategic priority channels and tools to promote internal communications – including intranet and newsletters. Content development and dissemination: •Lead efforts to effectively and efficiently collect and disseminate key communications within and beyond the department. •Work closely with the Web Specialist and Academic Program staff to ensure the website is meeting the needs of prospective students, current students, and other audiences. •Monitor and manage website and faculty databases, and communicate any issues or bugs to the web specialist. •Work with Advancement staff to provide content for donor-related materials. •Prepare, finalize, review, approve and disseminate the DGH annual report and other materials (fact sheets, flyers, ads, etc.), incorporating feedback from leadership and in partnership with a graphic designer. •Further develop the format, and review and provide edits for e-newsletters aimed at various audiences. Department communications: •Work with the Director of Finance and Administration to ensure internal communications and other Departmental needs are addressed, including intranet development and implementation. •Draft communications for the Chair and others including talking points and letters. •Provide guidance and support for any high concern communications using established guidelines, procedures. •Build relationships with 26 affiliated DGH programs and centers to elevate their achievements and news. •Provide resources and support to program staff regarding websites, design, printed materials, university resources, and Department standards. Events – Strategic Management: •Identify and oversee strategic, high-quality DGH events and evaluate according to strategy metrics. Alumni Program Strategic Management: •Lead efforts to increase alumni participation in two focus areas - opportunities for current DGH students and participation in Husky Giving – and evaluate according to strategy metrics. •Oversee alumni-related events, channels and databases REQUIREMENTS: •Bachelor’s Degree in communications, journalism, international relations/development, or related field. •4-5 years of related communications and management experience, with strong experience in developing and implementing communication strategies on social issues aimed at various target audiences. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED EXPERIENCE •Master’s Degree in communications, journalism, international relations/development, or related field. •Experience working in global health communication, including marketing and outreach, advocacy, and communication capacity development, both in the U.S. and internationally. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: •Periodically available for phone calls/meetings in the early morning and late evenings to accommodate worldwide time differences •Deadline-driven environment, occasionally requiring extended hours Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14029298/software-engineer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14029298/software-engineer Seattle, Washington, The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research and educational programs in laboratory medicine and pathology. The department now employs 900 people who work at the award-winning University of Washington Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement and natural beauty. Our LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT has an outstanding full-time position for a SOFTWARE ENGINEER.   The person in this position will support bioinformatics for the clinical next-generation sequencing assays in Virology. The selected candidate will perform analysis and development work in a state-of-the art clinical laboratory, working closely with M.D./Ph.D. faculty members.       General Duties: Develop next-generation sequencing data analysis pipelines, preferably developing user-friendly interfaces for running those pipelines, and manage the storage and organization of next-generation sequencing data using both commercial and open source software. Support of routine data management to support clinical next-generation sequencing assays (i.e., data transfer, analysis, storage, and retrieval). Administration of scientific computing infrastructure. Maintenance of software pipelines for data analysis (i.e., maintaining our customized environment, software, and infrastructure for performing analyses). Design and construction of database tools for managing historical results and interpretive data (such as a database categorizing genomic polymorphisms). Design and construction of web-based decision support tools providing interpretive information for health care providers. Develop software that integrates next generation sequencing data with an existing database that tracks molecular microbiology clinical workflow. Develop software that integrates next generation sequencing data with publicly available databases such the NCBI Genbank (NT/NR databases), taxonomy, and Short Read Archive. Analysis (sequence database search, alignment, assembly, taxonomic classification, SNP analysis), visualization, and reporting of biological sequence data. Requirements: BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Bioinformatics, Physics, Applied Math or a related discipline OR extensive professional experience in software design and/or development or Bioinformatics AND at least four years of relevant experience. Demonstrated programming skills, particularly in Python, R, and sql databases.  At least some experience with Python is required.  Experience with R is also important. Skills with LINUX/UNIX system administration. Experience with manipulation and analysis of high volume biological data. Experience with commonly used software tools for biological sequence analysis. Basic understanding of molecular biological concepts. Excellent spoken and written communication and documentation skills. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements. Desirables: Experience in development of or contribution to open source projects. Experience in collaborative software development (use of version control software, writing and following software specifications, participation in code review). Knowledge of next-generation sequencing principles. Knowledge of basic molecular biology, virology, clinical genetics, and clinical microbiology. Wet-bench experience performing PCR and sequencing-based assays. Experience with molecular diagnostics. This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced work environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please view this page . Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14769971/fiscal-specialist-1 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14769971/fiscal-specialist-1 Friday Harbor, Washington, Fiscal Specialist 1 Title: 151E-YN - Fiscal Specialist 1 Business Title: Fiscal Specialist 1 Location: Employee Type: Classified Job Family: Civil Service - OT Eligible Position Details: Summary of Duties: Performs higher level administrative, fiscal and technical duties for the county director and provides office management support for 6-8 other employees. Duties include providing administrative support to the county director and program coordinators (including 4-H, Agriculture, Master Gardeners, and Noxious Weeds); establishing and maintaining fiscal record keeping systems, coordinating purchasing functions and expenditure control, budget reconciliation, maintaining and processing travel expense records, compiling fiscal reports, monitoring grants, and performing other related duties as assigned; interfacing with both county and WSU fiscal and administrative systems and staff; assisting with office outreach and reporting by assisting with and creating content for flyers, publications, website, social media, and news outlets; manage supply and equipment inventory and office systems, provide training and troubleshooting as needed. Provide program coordinators and county director with support in facilitating outreach to diverse community populations. Required Qualifications: Three years of fiscal record keeping experience; OR equivalent education/experience. Must be able and willing to travel year round with reliable transportation. While using a private vehicle for official business, the successful candidate must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090) and will possess a valid driver's license. Ability to work remotely as needed. Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office word processing, databases, spreadsheets, graphics, publishing, communications and web search engines. Experience in budgeting; fiscal, grant and contract management. Customer service experience. Experience with graphic design, social media, website management and promotion. Spanish language skills. Additional Information: Area/College : WSU Extension Department Name: Ag & Natural Resources City, State, Zip: San Juan County Department Link: https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/ Monthly Salary: $1,886.40 FTE: 60% Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check. Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by May 21, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter Time Type: Part time Position Term: 12 Month WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu . To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Fiscal-Specialist-1_R-1079 Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer. Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-713f5dbc70ba174f9367bb0d8cd47edd Wed, 19 May 2021 05:13:57 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14775279/public-relations-communication-coordinator https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14775279/public-relations-communication-coordinator Pullman, Washington, Public Relations/Communication Coordinator Title: 1281-NN - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator Business Title: Public Relations/Communication Coordinator Location: Employee Type: Admin. Professional Job Family: Administrative Professional - Not OT Eligible Position Details: Mission: The mission of Washington State Athletics is to unleash excellence. We provide a transformational student-athlete experience, while elevating Washington State University through competitive excellence, campus collaboration, and community engagement. Vision: Together, we will achieve what was once defined as impossible. Core Values: P. R. I. D. E Passion: We share a deep love and reverence for Washington State University, which unites and inspires us to serve. Resiliency: Growth comes from how we respond to adversity. We will overcome any and all obstacles that get in our way. Integrity: We are committed to integrity, accountability, and sportsmanship. Diversity & Inclusion: We cannot be excellent without being diverse. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where our student-athletes, campus and community members can be their best selves. Excellence: We pursue and expect greatness in all we do. We understand that true, sustainable excellence can only be achieved through teamwork and service to others. Summary of Duties: As a member of the WSU Athletic Department's External Relations team, this position is a project-based Social Media Specialist (Public Relations/Communication Consultant) who develops social media communication strategies and implements new initiatives within the Athletics Department. This position is responsible for writing, editing, and coordinating the production of social media strategies and posts. Channels include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TicTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Google+, etc. Social media posts are used to advance the reputation of Washington State University Athletics. This role will help shape and maintain the social presences for WSU Athletics, athletes, and coaches. Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics Emerging Media/Creative Services, this position will consist of creating social media strategies based on department needs and industry best practices, develop methods for evaluating effectiveness by way of data analytics and evaluation of success/engagement metrics for plan initiatives and overseeing the team(s) responsible of carrying out central WSU Athletics social media communication. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or other relevant field AND either two (2) years of professional experience in print OR broadcast news media, public relations, marketing including the use of electronic media or two (2) years of other relevant professional experience. Strong working knowledge of social media trends, strategies, and techniques. Experience with marketing and managing projects. Experience directing the work of others. Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Demonstrated ability using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Premiere (a plus). Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supervising staff and working with students. Experience working in a higher education environment. Experience working in Athletics in a higher education environment. Additional Information: Area/College: Washington State Athletics Department Name: Creative Services City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99164 Department Link: https://wsucougars.com/ Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications FTE: 100% Permanent/Temporary/Project: Permanent Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check. Screening Begin Date: 5/18/2021 Applicant Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application Required Documents: Cover Letter and Resume Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu . To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Public-Relations-Communication-Coordinator_R-1086 Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer. Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-7096874e0b685546a5106557b9f9e551 Wed, 19 May 2021 05:13:57 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14517966/scholarly-assistant-professor-in-computer-science https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14517966/scholarly-assistant-professor-in-computer-science Pullman, Washington, Scholarly Assistant Professor in Computer Science Title: 161-NN - Scholarly Assistant Professor - Career Business Title: Scholarly Assistant Professor Additional Titles: Location: Washington State University, WSU EVERETT Employee Type: Faculty Job Family: Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible Position Details: Summary of Duties: The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at Washington State University (WSU) invites applications for multiple full-time continuous appointment in the position of Scholarly Assistant Professor in Computer Science to teach in the areas of Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Data Analytics. These positions will be based at either WSU main campus in Pullman, or in WSU branch campus at Everett, WA, location to determined based on enrollment and teaching needs at the time of hire. The job duties of successful candidates for all positions include curriculum development; advising students; teaching undergraduate courses in computer science; interfacing with industry; participating in continuous teaching assessment activities; effectively communicating and interacting with students; supporting student recruitment activities; and collaborating with others within the School, the University, or other organizations. Required Qualifications: Requirements for all Scholarly Assistant Professor positions: Candidates must have an earned PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline by the time of hire. In addition, candidates with Software Engineering and/or Data Analytics expertise must have demonstrated teaching expertise in the broad areas of software engineering and data analytics respectively. Preferred Qualifications: Preference for all positions will be given to candidates with strong computer science background, prior teaching experience, curriculum development (classroom, online), leadership potential, industry experience/potential to foster industry partnerships, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to diversifying the student body. Additional Information: The new faculty hired for this position will join approximately 50 existing faculty members in the School of EECS, which has experienced rapid growth in enrollment over the past four years. As of the fall of 2020, around 1000 undergraduate students are enrolled in its B.S., and B.A programs, and 275 graduate students are enrolled in its M.S., and Ph.D. programs in computer science, electrical engineering, and computer engineering. EECS expects continued increase in enrollments and anticipates multiple faculty hires over the next two years. Washington State University is one of the nation's top 50 public research universities in computer science according to U.S. News and World Report. WSU is among 108 public and private universities in America recognized with the very high research activity categorization and among 240 universities and colleges nationwide to earn the community engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation. With a population of 33,000, Pullman is a quintessential college townone of the top 10 in the nation according to MSN's 2012 report on the Best College Towns in North America. Recognized by Bloomberg Businessweek as the Best Place to Raise Kids in Washington State, Pullman consistently boasts one of the top school districts in the state. Situated to the east of the Cascade Mountains, Pullman enjoys a dry four-season climate (21 inches of annual precipitation), with sunny, warm summers, relatively mild winters, and excellent access to outdoor recreational opportunities. Applications should include a cover letter indicating the position sought, and summarizing qualifications. All applications should also include teaching statements, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Application review is expected to begin Mar 15, 2021. It is anticipated that successful candidates will begin their appointments on Aug 16, 2021. WSU is committed to excellence through diversity, has faculty friendly policies including a partner accommodation program, on-site childcare availability, and a NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation grant to increase the advancement of women faculty in science, engineering and math (see https://advance.wsu.edu/initiatives/ ). These open positions are part of WSU's priority to build a diverse faculty and, as such, female and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. WSU is an EEO/AA/ADA educator and employer. Monthly Salary: Commensurate on qualifications and experience FTE: 100% Tenure Track (Faculty only): No Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Position Term in months: 9 months City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99163 or Everette, WA Department: School of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Department Link: www.eecs.wsu.edu. Background Check: Yes Screening Begin Date: Application review is expected to begin March 15, 2021 and will continue till the position has been filled. Anticipated that successful candidates will begin their appointments on Aug 16, 2021. Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications should include a cover letter indicating the position sought, and summarizing qualifications. All applications should also include teaching statements, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Time Type: Full time Position Term: 9 Month WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu . To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Washington-State-University/Scholarly-Assistant-Professor_R-527 Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer. Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6ced2a79b255034890a6c94de7d52212 Wed, 19 May 2021 05:13:57 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14513791/research-coordinator https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14513791/research-coordinator Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.  The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, ranked #5 by US News & World Report and among the top-ranked programs nationwide for nearly 25 years, is a complex academic and clinical department in the University of Washington School of Medicine and part of UW Medicine. Affiliated Hospitals include UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center – Northwest, Harborview Medical Center, Veteran’s Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, and Seattle Children’s. We provide inpatient rehabilitation care at the University of Washington Medical Center, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle Children’s, and the VA. In addition, we have several outpatient clinics located throughout the region. Our highly regarded education and training programs include a residency program in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, medical student clerkships, and fellowship training in several areas. We also have degree programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and prosthetics and orthotics, as well as a PhD graduate program in Rehabilitation Science. With our strong research focus, we are among the nation's leading recipients of funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CIDC), and other federal and state research funding. Our efforts make the University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine a leader in the field and contribute to a better understanding of the rehabilitation process. Rehabilitation Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Research program management •Work with lead faculty to create and implement strategic planning for the research program. •Coordinate team meetings, communications, stakeholder advisory events, and other events. Assure that minutes and action items are maintained, updated, and distributed after meetings. •Oversee the maintenance of a center website and social media presence, whether done directly or overseeing other staff’s efforts on such tasks. •Develop methods for enhancing the public presence of the research program through social media and/or website, as well as coordination with UW Medicine Advancement for fundraising. •Assist investigators with dissemination activities to the broader public, including drafting website content, developing newsletters or other forms of dissemination to the broader public. Scholarly/academic activities •Identify and define research problems, both scientific and procedural. •Assist investigators in manuscript preparation. •Assist investigators by contributing to grant proposals as needed. Research coordination, including oversight of existing projects and new studies •Design procedures for and direct the coordination of the profile of research studies associated with the UW Medicine Multiple Sclerosis Center:   - Draft, revise, and enact research center procedures to support multiple studies’ aims.   - Design and guide different scientific aspects of a study across different phases of research projects, such as data collection procedures.   - Direct multiple data collection efforts across different studies, investigators, and institutions as needed.   - Oversee adherence to all research protocols and compliance with all regulatory policies, including the policies of study sponsors, UW IRB, and clinical trials registration.   - Manage regulatory aspects of research studies, including annual reviews, reporting of adverse events and noncompliance, modify study protocols, etc.   - Monitor studies’ progress, milestones, and outputs and ensure timely completion of study goals.   - Act as a liaison between the study team and partners and funding agencies, including investigators and/or coordinators at other research institutions.   - Assist investigators in writing and filing reports to sponsors as well as IRB documentation. •Direct the UW Medicine Multiple Sclerosis Center’s coordinated research recruitment approach:   - Coordinate with other research staff and MS Center clinical staff on procedures in support of participant recruitment, enrollment, tracking, and retention.   - Ensure proper tracking of participant recruitment and enrollment outcomes.   - Work with research staff based at other sites to coordinate recruitment from MS Center patients. •Coordinate data acquisition, management, analysis, and quality assurance:   - Develop data acquisition/capture systems and procedures for new studies, including the use of electronic research data capture systems such as REDCap.   - Design and maintain databases that hold participants’ information and responses to questionnaires.   - Oversee data acquisition and assist with study assessments as needed.   - Enter data according to study protocol.   - Track rate of assessments completed and follow approved procedures for increasing participant retention.   - Use SPSS statistical program (or another program) for cleaning study data in preparation for data analysis as well as to execute basic analyses.   - Monitor data management procedures and data for quality assurance purposes.   - Monitor developments in data sharing requirements and assist with data sharing as indicated by sponsors Supervision of staff •Hire staff, onboard and train staff, manage existing staff, evaluate job performance, and take corrective action if performance is not acceptable under the direction of the investigators. •Oversee the work of hourly employees, student assistants, and volunteers as needed. Budgetary tasks •Coordinate purchasing of equipment and supplies on different budgets. Obtain quotes, process purchase order requests, and file receipts. •Monitor budget, create budget projections, and complete monthly budget reconciliations. •Assist investigators in developing the budget and budget justifications for grant applications. Other •Work independently and cooperatively within a team framework. •Perform related duties as needed. Other duties may include participant recruitment, data collection, copying, filing, receiving permission to use measures, and supporting the investigators on the conduct of the research as indicated. REQUIREMENTS: •Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, business, social sciences, English, liberal arts, or a related field •Two years of experience as a research study coordinator Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED EXPERIENCE •A Master’s degree, such as a MPH, MPA, MA, or MS •Education or prior work experiences that demonstrate an ability to take responsibility for or assist in identifying and defining research problems, designing approaches or hypotheses to be tested and the methodology to be used, designing specific phases of research projects, analyzing results, developing conclusions and hypotheses, presenting research results in publishable form, and/or obtaining research grants •Experience conducting interviews with research participants around issues related to patient reported outcomes. •Experience in developing informational/educational materials for target audiences •Experience with clinical trials and/or longitudinal observational studies of human subjects. •Experience using REDCap, Access, and other data management systems. •Experience managing budgets •Experience as a supervisor of other staff •Experience working with people with disabilities •At least two years’ experience working on a research study examining health issues, or relevant education/experience. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14454552/strategic-communications-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14454552/strategic-communications-manager Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.   The College of the Environment has an outstanding opportunity for a Strategic Communications Manager.   The Strategic Communications Manager develops, coordinates and executes marketing and communications efforts, strategies, and plans on behalf of the College of the Environment and the University of Washington to reach target audiences including current and prospective donors, state-level influencers, members of the media and internal university audiences. This position is also part of two teams, the College of the Environment Dean’s Office and the University Marketing and Communication’s Office. As you develop into the position, you will become well-versed in both academic programs and central administration, making you a critical linchpin between the offices. Your unique role will identify, recommend and champion storytelling opportunities that leverage the strengths of both teams. The Strategic Communications Manager must be extremely well-organized, exhibit exceptional attention to detail and be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects at the same time. This person must have some strategic planning experience in communications and public relations, as well as technical skills including writing, editing, proofreading, and social media. With support from supervisors, the manager will navigate complex organizational landscapes to drive projects that require different degrees of independence and team-based collaboration. At the UW, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all. As a brand champion for the UW and the College of the Environment, this person must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of many social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds. The UW is committed to creating an environment of inclusiveness where every person feels welcomed and valued. We believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving the communities where our employees and students work and live. Responsibilities: •  Design and implement integrated strategic communications efforts to maximize stakeholder relationships and advance the public mission of UW and the College of the Environment. •  Use experience and professional judgment to identify, plan for, and advise on decisions related to controversial, sensitive and/or time-sensitive issues. •  Identify, pitch and project manage the development of digital stories and related communications that support key institutional and unit priorities, as well as building and executing content marketing strategies in support of those projects. •   Identify, develop, write and edit content that may include environmental science and policy-focused press releases, web stories and social media posts. •   Uphold and advance inclusive communications that reflect the diversity values of the College and the UW.         •   Provide expert public affairs counsel and media training as needed to faculty and staff. •   In collaboration with UW News, actively pitch stories to local, regional, national and international media. •   Respond to media inquiries and actively assist/facilitate faculty and staff interactions with the media. •   Evaluate media coverage and provide regular updates to University and College constituents. •   Other duties as assigned.   As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.  For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. Required Qualifications: •   Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or related field. Equivalent experience may substitute for stated requirements. •   5 years of experience in media relations, marketing, communications and/or writing. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in public relations, English, communications, marketing, journalism or a relevant/related field. •   Strong writing and editing skills, particularly the ability to create engaging content out of complex information for audiences with different levels of subject knowledge. •   Experience with crisis communications planning and response strategies, including providing counsel to executive leadership. •   Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communications plans that successfully advance desired messaging in support of brand strategy. •   Ability to work independently, solve problems, take initiative, set priorities and handle multiple projects efficiently and effectively. •   Ability to cultivate effective relationships at all levels of a diverse, multidisciplinary organization, working collaboratively as an active team member to advance the mission, values and goals of the College and the UW. •   Familiarity with modern communications and marketing tools, trends and best practices, and an ability to stay up-to-date on their continued evolution. •   Experience using social media tools as part of marketing and communications strategies. •  Familiarity with PC and Mac platforms; working knowledge of Microsoft Office.     Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Additional Application Instructions: At the end of your cover letter, please include 1-2 paragraphs addressing your efforts to engage with diverse communities. What have you done to further your knowledge about diversity and equity in relation to your career field? Have you pursued specific professional development to learn more about diversity and equity? How have you demonstrated what you have learned? Wed, 19 May 2021 03:23:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849175/parks-program-coordinator https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14849175/parks-program-coordinator Kent, Washington, The City of Kent is looking for an energetic and experienced Parks Program Coordinator who can effectively oversee the planning and implementation of a variety of cultural and recreational programs. The work schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The ideal candidate will have strong communications skills and be able to work cooperatively with others to provide programs and services to our inclusive and diverse community.  A bachelor's degree in recreation or a related field and at least three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience in recreation programs are also required. If you are interested in enriching the lives of others through public service, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Monthly salary for this position is $5,880-$7,151, depending on qualifications. **Please note that you must attach your cover letter and resume to your application in order for your application to be considered complete.   Uploading your resume to auto-fill portions of the application does not automatically attach it to your application.   Incomplete applications may not be considered for this position.  If you experience technical difficulties, please contact our office Monday-Friday, between 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM at (253) 856-5270 and we will do our best to assist you.** There is one (1) full-time, benefited position that will be filled by this recruitment process.  This is a non-represented position.  Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for June 15 and 16.  Candidates who are interviewed will also be asked to complete a writing exercise at the time the interview takes place.   Under the direction of a Recreation Manager, perform professional, analytical, and technical duties to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise and implement comprehensive recreational, cultural, aquatics, special events, and athletic programs for the City of Kent and Kent and Federal Way School Districts. Work is characterized by professional level analytical and technical duties in the development and coordination of a wide variety of complex recreational, entrepreneurial, cultural, artistic, leisure, aquatic and athletic programs. The scope and complexity of programs are increased by the lack of predictability and consistency due to weather and personnel. While actual duties of each Coordinator in this classification will vary from time to time, all Coordinators may be assigned to perform work in any or all areas. Incumbent may also serve as lead on a variety of Parks projects as assigned and supervise temporary and part-time staff as necessary. Work is performed under limited supervision. Manager sets the overall objectives and resources available. Incumbent and supervisor work together to develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be completed. Incumbent is responsible for the work, plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most conflicts that arise, coordinates work with others, and interprets policies on own initiative in terms of established objectives. Incumbent keeps supervisor informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far reaching implications. Work is reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness of results. Work is guided by the Comprehensive Recreation Plan ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Develop, organize,  implement, and deliver community recreation programs involving education, athletics, aquatics, arts,  and special events; supervise, monitor and evaluate programs, classes, leagues, camps, instructors, officials, lifeguards, field/gym supervisors, and volunteers as defined in the Comprehensive Recreation Program Plan. Oversees and coordinates various operations, services and activities of an assigned recreation program. May include citywide cultural arts, sports, athletics, outdoor and waterfront recreation services, senior services, youth development, or special events. Includes program development, implementation, sponsorship acquisition, program evaluation, problem solving, marketing and public relations. May manage, organize, schedule, and maintain use and financial records for  indoor and outdoor recreational rental facilities. Establish fees based on regional analysis, internal department mission, goals, and fee structure parameters, and cost recovery guidelines.   May manage the use of assigned facilities by participants and rental groups; open and close facilities according to established procedures; create and enforce rules and regulations to assure safety and welfare of users.  Provide technical review and guidance to community and regional event organizers using city facilities. Convene and lead citywide event planning group when necessary.   Research, analyze and determine community recreational needs based on statistical data, needs assessments, and participant evaluations.  Develop and conduct surveys of participants, parents, community stake holders, and general public regarding recreation programming and facility use; compile data and recommend new programs or revisions to existing programs based on survey results. Analyze results for compatibility with the current Recreation Plan. Research and analyze national program data to identify trends in health, fitness, and cultural programming and events.   Understand and apply established city race and equity goals and guidelines Promote programs, leagues, camps,  classes, events and use of facilities  through news releases, advertisements, flyers, brochures, social media and other creative outlets according to goals and guidelines established in the department marketing plan. Work collaboratively with marketing coordinator to establish programmatic marketing goals.     Maintain working relationships and clear and concise communication with other City personnel, departments, and school district personnel to coordinate scheduling, facility use and related program arrangements. Purchase or obtain equipment and supplies for programs and classes as needed. Recruit, select, train, schedule, mentor, manage, and evaluate temporary, part-time employees, coaches and volunteers, and other assigned personnel, recommend salary increases; assign work as necessary.    Create, negotiate, and oversee personnel and service contracts related to programs, facility use, sponsorships, and special events. Evaluate risk and identify insurance requirements.   Prepare and administer program budgets consistent with established budget goals and within cost recovery plan requirements.  Monitor and analyze expenditures, payroll, and all revenues including fees, charges, grants, sponsorships and donations in accordance with established procedures. Review, analyze, and make determinations regarding scholarship support for low-income participants. Provide information and assistance to staff, City personnel and the general public regarding programs and classes; resolve grievances and complaints as needed.  Coordinate and conduct or attend a variety of staff and community meetings; provide oral presentations concerning programs and classes. Prepare and maintain various records, reports, work sheets, daily and weekly, seasonal schedules related to program implementation and operations including registration forms, expense and revenue records, facility requests, quarterly reports and program summaries.   May receive, account for, and issue receipts for money paid to the city, update records related to payments, and prepare money for deposit.   Collaboratively coordinate recreational programs with neighboring cities, local service clubs, and local and national organizations. Actively support the vision, mission, values and goals of the department and the City. PERIPHERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Perform related duties as assigned. SKILLS FOR THE POSITION MAY BE GAINED THROUGH EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE or a COMBINATION, SUCH AS : EDUCATION:  Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field; and EXPERIENCE:  Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience in recreation programs; Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred. Tue, 18 May 2021 13:05:55 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14775651/audience-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14775651/audience-editor Denver, Colorado, A CPR News Audience Editor, as part of the news digital team, ensures that the newsroom is serving all Coloradans with its digital products by understanding who Coloradans are, who is served by which stories, features, beats and projects, identifying the gaps between those and identifying opportunities to close those gaps and times when we must start anew. Edits and produces news stories every day. They pitch, edit, produce, publish and distribute digital news stories in collaboration with the news digital team and other editors in the newsroom to serve all Coloradans by delivering on documented beat priorities. View Full Description (PDF) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Pitch, edit, produce, publish and distribute digital news stories in collaboration with the news digital team and other editors in the newsroom to serve all Coloradans by delivering on documented beat priorities. Contribute to news digital team strategy by participating in quarterly priority setting. Help achieve news digital team goals by researching, implementing and innovating digital news best practices. Serve and develop a diverse audience and ensure diversity in sourcing in collaboration with editors and reporters before, during and after the reporting and writing of individual stories, paying particular attention to underserved communities. Contribute to an inclusive newsroom culture and inclusive news products. Lead audience-focused story meetings with small teams in the newsroom. Imagine, test and improve upon digital news products using audience-focused processes. Write email newsletters and alerts as part of the CPR News email team. View the full job description. Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 Benefits Summary: Colorado Public Radio is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our culture of caring. Our employees have access to: 100 percent employer paid individual health, dental, life, and disability coverage; an outstanding paid family medical leave policy plus paid holidays and a very generous sick, vacation, and personal time off plan; voluntary offerings such as vision; a competitive retirement plan match with no waiting or vesting periods; flexible schedules; engagement and development opportunities; and a casual atmosphere. Colorado Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer and encourages workplace diversity. Education and Experience Requirements: Strong professional journalism experience (5+ years) required. Experience producing major initiatives and projects highly desired. Impeccable news judgment and outstanding writing and editing skills. Must be able to thrive in an environment that requires juggling multiple tasks and deadlines and have strong organizational skills. Demonstrated comfort with learning and using HTML, CSS and other languages as needed. Experience with analytics tools like Google Analytics, Parse.ly, etc. Experience sending email newsletters. Everyday experience with WordPress or a similar content management system. Confidence and communication skills needed to teach above skills to others, or provide minimal ongoing coaching as needed. Demonstrated excellence in editing to AP style, crafting headlines, captions and copy for the web and in email newsletters, taking into account other factors like mobile displays, SEO and/or social platforms. Written and spoken Spanish fluency preferred. Audience development skills and experience a bonus. Familiarity with data visualization or or data analysis a bonus. Non-standard working hours guaranteed. On call as needed and accountable for establishing backup on-call staff when unavailable. Position is based in CPR's downtown Denver newsroom. Application Requirements: To apply, submit a cover letter that includes where you learned of the job opening, resume, and three professional references to hr@cpr.org with "Audience Editor" in the subject line. Please also include links to samples of your work or projects you have led. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls or drop ins please. Wed, 05 May 2021 12:11:07 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14699527/on-air-host-multimedia-reporter-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14699527/on-air-host-multimedia-reporter-producer Lincoln, Nebraska, Requisition Number: S_210238 Department: University Television-0912 Description of Work: Under general supervision, researches, writes and produces feature stories and programs for NET ; produces and announces an on-air shift for NET radio; performs related work as assigned. Utilizes professional judgment to determine overall content and effectiveness of radio and news programming. Researches, writes, edits, produces, and narrates a long and short-form stories to broadcast to the listening audience. Conducts and records telephone and in-person interviews by arranging interview time and place to record pertinent information that may possibly be used for broadcast. Serves as editor and lead producer or, as a team member, for large projects. Hosts special programs to include selecting music, writing and timing all leads, writing the rundown, and hosting the show. Archives newscast story audio and /or video, news copy, and related materials to be kept for future reference. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Journalism, broadcasting, communications, or relevant degree. Minimum of one year of experience in reporting/production experience to include: News reporting and/or experience in the production of news/public affairs programming; Experience originating, developing, writing, and producing programs for local/regional/national audiences essential; or equivalent education/experience may be considered. Work history will demonstrate radio and news reporting, writing and editing, knowledge of current events, computer literacy. Candidates will need strong interpersonal, reporting and researching skills. Preferred Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have a Master's degree. Experience in on-air reporting and hosting experience, production experience and/or knowledge in news production. Skills producing and/or hosting podcasts are helpful. Photography skills. Videography skills. Knowledge of producing stories for digital platforms and social media best practices. Posted Salary: Negotiable Job Type: Full-Time Wed, 19 May 2021 05:05:46 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14534787/video-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14534787/video-producer New York, New York, Job Type: Officer of Administration Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range:   Position Summary Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) seeks a video producer/videographer with experience in communicating medical and health stories to the news media and the general public to create high-quality video and Web content that spotlights the Medical Center's activities, employees and leadership. Reporting to the senior director of strategic communications, the successful candidate will work closely with faculty and others to promote Columbia's academic initiatives, research breakthroughs, intellectual expertise, major initiatives, breaking news, special events and leadership messages. The video producer will also support every facet of video production, including writing/editing/creating graphic slates within video, create and manage all written and visual content for video publishing on social platforms and maintain a current understanding of the updates on digital landscape of live-streaming and video recording. The video producer is responsible for operating video cameras, production, and lighting equipment, and maintaining an inventory of ongoing video productions and b-roll assets.  The video producer will identify, write, and produce video stories about both basic science and clinical research by CUMC faculty as part of CUMC's editorial and media relations team. The successful candidate should be proficient at interpreting science, medical, and health news and determining the best strategy to convey that news to the news media and public, as well as to medical center faculty and staff. They will possess strong journalistic judgment and skills. A key responsibility of the position is the interviewing of faculty physician/scientists to obtain story ideas and produce videos or other materials that accurately and effectively convey their research and findings, as well as producing videos showcasing CUIMC to a range of audiences (potential and current students, staff and the general public). They should be able to produce video for use across social media platforms and they should be an exceptional video editor.  Responsibilities The Video Producer collaborates with communications colleagues from across the university as well as deans, department chairs, and faculty members to proactively develop strategic long­-term video plans. The incumbent attends selected university events. Occasionally, these events take place in the evenings and on weekends. Occasionally, this also includes event coverage. The video producer contributes ideas and engages with their teammates in an ongoing effort to improve and strengthen the office's professional environment. They work closely with their multimedia teammates across CUMC and the university and supports well­ coordinated outreach that enhances the university's visibility. The video producer should also be comfortable with some basic photography needs, such as headshots, and be able to serve as the department point person for large scale productions involving an outside vendor.  They will work closely with colleagues to promote and adhere to uniform branded elements. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience. Minimum 6-8 years of experience working in film/video production. The ability to edit and capture high-quality video with HDSLR and professional video cameras. Proficiency in a range of video-related software, including but not limited to, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Compressor, Premiere, After Effects, Pro Tools, and Photoshop. Advanced knowledge of web video distribution for social media platforms. Ability to write and edit descriptions and on-screen captions for video content. Advanced experience with distributing web video across social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Must be team-oriented and preferably have experience working in mission- or research-driven institutions, such as higher-education, foundations, hospitals, or museums. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively as a team member. Self-motivated and work effectively under deadline pressure while coordinating multiple tasks Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. Wed, 19 May 2021 04:32:44 -0400