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Citizens, Sr Communications Coordinator

Searching for a place to make your mark, Citizens' progressive and empowering environment has a lot to offer. We provide a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings plan with a company match; medical, dental, group life, tuition reimbursement and short-term disability insurance; professional development; paid time off.

Citizens is a unique government creation with a critical public purpose; the U.S. 3rd largest property insurance writer; and a not-for-profit, tax-exempt government entity of the State of Florida, whose public purpose is to provide policyholders with affordable property insurance protection.

We have offices in Tallahassee, Jacksonville and Tampa. Tallahassee is the corporate headquarters for the organization. The Jacksonville and Tampa offices provide policy services and underwriting, claims, and customer support.

This position is responsible for successfully identifying, coordinating, implementing and evaluating communications initiatives and projects intended for Citizens consumers, agents and other audiences and stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are the usual, basic and essential functions of the position. These functions are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required.
•    Model ethical behavior and execute job responsibilities in accordance with Citizens core values and ethics policies.
•    Manage and develop assigned internal and external communications, including functioning as project lead on many projects
•    Manage the entire crisis/CAT Ops communications process, function as lead responder and oversee the team of responders assigned to this process. This includes the business-critical function of halting and resuming policy binding during a CAT Ops event
•    Contribute to the development of a team environment that focuses on and delivers key messages to Citizens’ internal and external customers
•    Identify and recommend plain-language initiatives and changes within each department to assist consumers with their needs and issues
•    Develop consumer information publications, website information and other types of communications projects to inform Citizens’ stakeholders and reduce consumer complaints and inquiries   
•    Track initiatives, communication requests, projects, timelines and budgets
•    Monitor project quality to ensure optimal audience experience
•    Coordinate the development, production and distribution of critical business information
•    Liaison with subject matter experts on technical issues and create/edit fresh, relevant technical content for technical consumption
•    Maintain a working knowledge of the Citizens website and update requirements and provide ongoing input into website content
•    Partner in the strategic direction of reference tools
•    Attend cross-functional meetings and contribute accordingly
•    Contribute ideas for the content of publications, informational e-mails, website updates and other communications to inform Citizens’ stakeholders and reduce consumer complaints and inquiries
•    Complete special projects as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Excellent interpersonal skills
•    Excellent content presentation skills
•    Intermediate skills with Microsoft  Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
•    Familiar with content management systems for website content
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team, multitask and adapt to frequent priority changes
•    Ability to strengthen collaborative opportunities within the company
•    Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Ability to prioritize workload; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
•    Available for occasional overnight travel

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•    Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications or marketing from accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
•    3 or more years of communications experience such as newspaper, corporate or marketing communications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Experience working with graphic designers, photographers and website content
•    5 years of experience in corporate communications
•    Experience in basic photography

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  
This position requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key frequently on a computer (four or more hours per day). Position also requires occasional overnight travel.
All interested parties please apply on line at www.citizensfla.com.  For additional questions please contact Kascia Magee at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

(Posted on January 30, 2012)


LPS, Internal Marketing Account Manager

LPS’ Internal Marketing Account Manager is responsible for directing and implementing communications programs within the organization.  The person in this role will prepare internal employee communications, create communications programs to support the company’s initiatives, support the company’s philanthropic efforts and manage internal events.

This position is responsible for managing the content of brochures, handbooks, memos, the intranet and other written and multimedia communications directed to current and future employees.

The best candidate for this role will have energy, enthusiasm, professionalism, creativity, team-building acumen and leadership skills.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or employee relations
  • At least five years of experience in employee communications
  • Superior writing and communication skills that can be demonstrated are a must
  • Experience in social media practices, policies and strategies
  • Ability to motivate others and create a strong team environment
  • Ability to recommend and implement creative programs and communications
  • Strong organization and project management skills
  • Experience with event planning and execution
  • Positive attitude

Apply online: www.lpsvcs.com

(Posted on January 30, 2012)


Fahlgren Mortine, Agency Services Manager

Fahlgren Mortineis looking for a career-minded Agency Services Manager to join our growing team in our Ft. Lauderdale office.

The Agency Services Manager is responsible for providing support to the Account Services team for the world’s leading quick service restaurant and assists cross-functional partners to ensure projects are executed timely and accurately. This individual also provides daily administrative support to the Managing Director and oversees day-to-day operations in the Ft. Lauderdale office.

Specific client responsibilities may include:

  • Researches to produce marketing analytics for client
  • Updates charts and reports for client meetings
  • Maintains and updates database of client contacts
  • Submits client purchase orders to accounting
  • Assists with traffic instructions to secure media placements
  • Maintains budget worksheets, invoice summaries and billing for client
  • Collaborates with creative team as needed

Specific office responsibilities may include:

  • Works with the appropriate corporate staff to ensure local office has the needed services and equipment, including, but not limited to, package delivery, postage, courier and overnight delivery services
  • Orders coffee and other food items for office staff and visitors
  • Maintains relationships with local service contacts for building and equipment maintenance
  • Orders office supplies
  • Manages building security systems, alarm codes and other office safety/security-related items
  • Manages and ensures common areas in the office are organized and clean
  • Completes purchase orders for office
  • Works with Managing Director to determine and manage process for communicating to staff office closures due to weather or other emergencies
  • Assists Managing Director and account staff to coordinate meetings/events (including arranging catering)
  • Works with Managing Director and other staff (i.e. corporate human resources, internal communications) to organize local office-wide events and meetings
  • Serves as an office liaison with IT, HR and finance/accounting as appropriate
  • As directed by the Managing Director, orders flowers for clients/employees (in compliance with company policies)
  • Distributes pay stubs and expense checks (mails as necessary)
  • Assists with new-hire onboarding by teaching associates how to use office machines (i.e. fax machines, copiers, telephones, etc.); works with human resources to coordinate staff meetings.

Qualifications, experience and education:

  • 2-3 years of experience managing operations in an office setting and experience preferably working in a marketing or agency environment
  • Ability to take initiative and assume office and marketing responsibilities, consistently meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to collaborate with and support employees at all levels
  • Excellence in prioritizing projects
  • Ability to problem-solve and manage operations and client challenges
  • Holds excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Skill set includes excellent proofreading skills, attention to detail, flexibility and follow-through


If you’re looking to exceed high expectations, be a part of a top-notch team and have a little fun along the way, please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please, no phone calls. Relocation will not be provided. Fahlgren Mortine is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted on January 27, 2012)


Fahlgren Mortine-Senior Media Planner/Buyer

Fahlgren Mortine is looking for a career-minded Senior Media Planner/Buyer to join our growing and award-winning team in our Ft. Lauderdale office.

The Senior Media Planner/Buyer is responsible for developing strategic media plans for key client accounts as well as providing ongoing media education to clients and internal audiences. The Senior Media Planner/Buyer also gathers key information from research sources and provides recommendations to media leadership, account groups and clients.

Specific Responsibilities may include:

  • Leads client relationships – both developing strategic media recommendations, and leading and negotiating buying efforts (traditional and emerging)
  • Pursues innovative solutions for solving client needs
  • Provides thought leadership and education to both clients and internal audiences
  • Utilizes research tools to provide consumer and competitive insight and recommendations
  • Assists with new business efforts
  • Ensures fiscal accuracy of all media buys
  • Accurately produces and maintains reporting and information delivery mechanisms
  • Identifies anomalies, meaningful data events and trends for further analysis
  • Demonstrates ability to reliably support multiple clients

Qualifications, experience and education:

  • 3+ years of relevant media experience, including digital planning and buying, research and media planning
  • Strong digital experience required
  • Higher education experience a plus
  • Strong skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Nielsen, Arbitron, MRI, Scarborough and Kantar
  • Proven presentation skills
  • Demonstrated drive and passion for uncovering and identifying connection points – no matter the medium
  • Strong organization and communication skills
  • Strong team player
  • BS/BA Business Management, Marketing, Media Studies Communications or related fields
  • Ability to travel up to 20%

If you’re looking to exceed high expectations, be a part of a top-notch team and have a little fun along the way, please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Please, no phone calls. Relocation will not be provided. Fahlgren Mortine is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted on January 15, 2012)


Fahlgren Mortine Account Supervisor

Fahlgren Mortine is looking for a career-minded Advertising Account Supervisor to join our growing and award-winning team in our Ft. Lauderdale office.

The Account Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day support for client relationships and/or for specific client projects and deliverables.

Specific Responsibilities may include:

  • Accountable to maintain and grow assigned client relationship(s)
  • Establishes and grows relationships with client’s senior management team members
  • Effectively communicates client issues with appropriate agency partners
  • Seeks out new opportunities within existing clients; accountable to participate in and support agency new business; actively participates in agency new business efforts; may be a member of the new business pitch team
  • Ensures customer satisfaction and financial performance management on assigned accounts
  • Collaborates with senior team leaders and others to bring best solutions and expertise to the client, and to develop relationships and strategies to grow the client’s business with the firm
  • Builds positive relationships with and acts as a liaison between colleagues, clients and the media
  • Supports the organization by adhering to consistent standards for client financial performance, including timely input on projected work, billing, and other administrative duties

Qualifications, experience and education:

  • 5 to 7 years of experience working in an agency setting and/or experience preferably working in education-related marketing or communication related fields
  • Proven experience in developing integrated advertising campaigns
  • Must have strong analytical and strategic skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Strong Microsoft office skills
  • Experience managing multiple projects and prioritizing
  • Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented
  • BA/BS in related fields
  • Ability to travel up to 20%

If you’re looking to exceed high expectations, be a part of a top-notch team and have a little fun along the way, please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Please, no phone calls. Relocation will not be provided.

Fahlgren Mortine is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted on January 9, 2012)


Compass Management and Consulting
Marketing and PR Director View Job Posting


Job Overview:
The employee will serve as the primary Marketing and Media Director for Compass Management and Consulting, Inc. and its affiliated companies and all associated client groups. In this regard the Director will be asked to perform high-level administrative and managerial tasks directed at attaining and maintaining the highest level of visibility for the company and clients. The person assigned will work on campaign strategy development and implementation, advertising, media placement, public awareness, and web presence, with an emphasis on developing dues based membership programs.

Beyond the direct duties and tasks related to the position, the Director will also be responsible for two additional highly educated, experienced and professional mid-level managers in communications and publications field and an experienced administrative coordinator. The supervisory role will consist of aggregation of resources, task assignments, program management and reporting of accomplishments to senior leadership.

Qualifications:
Full-time, Exempt Salaried
Reports to: President/Vice-president
Four year college degree in a marketing or related major required. Experience in marketing and working with membership organizations is highly desirable. Master degree preferred  Must be able to travel. The frequency may be as much as 3-4 days each month possibly including weekend and/or holiday travel.  Must be professional in appearance and be able to clearly articulate the interests of business as required, including a public speaking environment.  Writing skills are a must. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications must be demonstrated. Managerial experience related to departmental management and employee supervision is necessary.

Description of Success
1)The employee must understand relationships to “big picture” issues.
2)We are looking for a dynamic extroverted personality.  
3)Someone who has no qualms about travel.
4)Someone who gets involved, is respectful, exhibits a high degree of leadership and is a mentor to others.  
5)Someone who is not easily offended by someone reviewing or modifying your work.
6)Someone who is able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

If asked on an interview you will be asked to bring samples of your work.

Salary  USD 45000 - 60000 Per Year  
Career Level Required  Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)  
Experience Required  2+ to 5 Years  
Education Required  Bachelor's Degree  
Job Type  Employee  
Job Status  Full Time  
Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

(Posted on January 3, 2012)


Community Hospice of Northeast Florida
Senior Marketing Coordinator


Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Patient Care Administrator or designated Manager, performs basic patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of terminally ill patients in various settings. Works along with the interdisciplinary team to provide quality patient care. Weekend and Holiday work required.

Job Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or business related field. Minimum 3 - 5 years of healthcare or other service industry-related marketing experience with documented or published writing skills. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook). Additional skills in database management software packages such as Microsoft Access a plus.

Apply at: http://www.communityhospice.com/jobs/jobs_admin.htm

(Posted on December 6, 2011)


On Ideas

On Ideas is currently seeking a highly motivated, full-time Assistant Account Executive. The ideal candidate will support and assist the Director of Client Services and Account Executive(s) in managing and coordinating projects for multiple clients.

Education, Work Experience and Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a marketing field or related field.

  • Candidates with 2 or more years of advertising experience as an Intern, Assistant Account Executive or Account Coordinator, either “in-house” or with an advertising agency will be considered.
  • Candidates with retail marketing experience (grocery, food services or banking/financial services) preferred.

Required Skills
The successful candidate will have:

  • Very strong verbal communication skills, both vocal and written.
  • Very strong time-management skills.
  • The skill and initiative required to successfully juggle multiple projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and networking skills as demonstrated by constructive interaction with colleagues.
  • The successful candidate will
  • Think proactively, anticipate issues before they arise and actively and routinely solve problems.
  • Attend to details to ensure accuracy and completeness of all work.
  • Maintain highest quality performance despite stressful demands imposed by tight deadlines and last-minute changes.
  • The successful candidate will be:
  • A self-starter who demonstrates initiative routinely.
  • Skillful at working independently and in a collaborative team setting.
  • Industrious, dedicated and flexible: the successful AAE will adapt to unpredictable hours and spontaneous work demands with a positive demeanor and a teamwork mindset.
  • Calm under pressure.
  • Mature, professional, and respectful of all clients and co-workers.
  • Punctual: the AAE will report to work and to meetings at or ahead of the scheduled start time.
  • Prepared: the AAE will review meeting agendas and arrive prepared to contribute within the scope of his/her responsibilities.
  • Proficient in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint on a Mac computer.

Specific Daily Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Project management: guided by his/her supervisor, the AAE is responsible for monitoring all stages of assigned projects from start to finish.
  • Maintaining an updated list of activities on all open jobs and using the list to populate a weekly client status report of due dates and other critical information required for account executives to present to clients.
  • Communicating directly with clients, in-person and via email and telephone.
  • Gathering, organizing, compiling and presenting information from clients to agency teams.
  • Thoroughly reviewing all client-provided information to ensure that it’s clear and complete before forwarding it to the creative team. If essential information is missing, the AAE will work with the client and/or the account executives to fill in the gaps and gather missing information/assets (dates, addresses, photos, etc). If the information is unclear, the AAE will organize/translate the information to achieve clarity.
  • Proofreading and fact-checking all information for which the AAE is responsible.
  • Performing research for agency and/or client projects.
  • Assisting with project budgets and the development of estimates.
  • Reviewing and analyzing online campaign performance, reviewing/discussing results with Media Department colleagues and participating in brainstorming activity to optimize campaign performance. The AAE will collaborate with Media Department colleagues to compile campaign results into a report to be presented to the client.
  • Performing research into competitors’ media and communication activities (example: researching and analyzing competitors’ new commercials).
  • Performing research to identify campaign/communication opportunities for clients, presenting research findings to account executives, refining/expanding research and helping prepare a presentation for account executives to deliver to clients’ corporate executives.
  • Performing administrative tasks to include, but not limited to, data entry, filing and general office duties.
  • As the AAE gains experience and client knowledge, he/she will be assigned “start to finish” responsibility for small jobs to be completed under the supervision of the account executives.


The job is located on-site in Jacksonville, Florida. Submit a resume and cover letter to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

{Posted on November 25, 2011)


JEA
Communications Coordinator, External eCommunications (IRC4398)


POSITION MISSION:
Responsible for developing and disseminating brand messages to assure consistent JEA brand communications supporting JEA corporate milestones, events, community partnerships, products and services. Assist in the integration and dissemination of all JEA brand communications both internally and externally through all channels. Evaluate use of corporate identity by other departments / processes to ensure brand compliance.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Examples of Work
  • Research, copywriting and content development for jea.com.
  • Assist internal jea.com content contributors with usage of JEA’s web content management system.
  • Facilitate jea.com contributors’ content development by providing expert assistance (such as writing for target audience on Web, image optimization, etc.)
  • Adhere to and ensure content contributors follow the jea.com standards and practices for web content.
  • Follow daily schedule to edit, revise and/or approve content contributor updates to jea.com. .
  • Use web analytics tool to monitor traffic on jea.com.
  • Participate in the development of JEA’s social media strategy.
  • Monitor social media sites for JEA-related and utility-related discussion.
  • Monitor and provide regular reporting to manager using social media analytic tool(s).
  • Manage social media campaigns and day-to-day activities on identified social media sites promoting JEA messaging including electric and water conservation/efficiency information and education.
  • Assist in development of social media and jea.com content calendars.
  • Become an advocate for the company in the social media space.
  • Post information, photos, audio and video to social media sites as needed and in support of JEA’s social media strategy.
  • Monitor trends in social media tools and applications.
  • Serve as subject matter expert for issues regarding social media marketing/communications.
  • Work with JEA Media Liaison to present timely information to public on "breaking news" stories including storm coverage.
  • Coordinate with Communications team members to ensure messaging alignment.
  • Identify new communications opportunities for JEA messaging in the social media sphere.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong computer and technology skills.
  • Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task based upon priorities and deadlines.
  • Creative thinking and excellent communication skills, including strong written skills with attention to audience tone and nuance.
  • Knowledge of AP Style. Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
  • Knowledgeable in best practices for web and e-content development such as, but not limited to, copy writing and video optimization.
  • Knowledge of content management system(s) and ability to become subject matter expert on jea.com content management software – Ektron.
  • Experience associated with leveraging social media (such as blogs, discussion forums, Facebook, Google+, etc.) in a corporate, marketing or brand-building capacity to positively engage customers and/or stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with and demonstrated understanding of existing major social media sites/platforms and services from a conceptual, marketing, technical and feature-set perspective.
  • Demonstrated professionalism. Represent JEA in the social media space/blogs, creating/updating copy, engaging in written dialog, answering consumer questions and/or referring them to subject matter expert or online materials, customer services, as appropriate.
  • Know how to create, and manage social media content and campaigns across multiple social media platforms – includes execution, tracking and analysis of campaigns
  • Research opportunities and make recommendations to enhance JEA’s social media activities and brand presence. Stay up-to-date on emerging technology and best practices in social media environment.


EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Liberal Arts, Public Relations or related field.

Experience: Five or more years of successful experience with corporate or marketing communications with one year experience associated with leveraging social media (such as blogs, discussion forums, Facebook, Google+, etc.) in a corporate, marketing or brand-building environment.

How To Apply: To be considered for this job opportunity, you must apply online at www.JEA.com/careers by November 20, 2011.

(Posted on November 9, 2011)


Citizen's Property Insurance Corporation
Communications Supervisor

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CITIZENSFLA&cws=1&rid=3386

POSITION SUMMARY: This position will supervise the staff responsible for the development and dissemination of internal and external communications and content for employees, policyholders, agents and other stakeholders, in addition to coordinating any related administrative and project-related activities in support of the manager.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  THE FOLLOWING ARE THE USUAL, BASIC AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION. THESE FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, AND SKILLS REQUIRED.

  • Facilitate a work environment that fosters and supports ethical decision-making and actions by motivating, promoting and modeling ethical behavior, as well as executing job responsibilities in accordance with Citizens’ core values and ethics policies.
  • Supervise staff, including hiring, performance management, leave and timesheet approvals, coaching and other employee-focused actions. Assist Manager in handling staffing/personnel-related recommendations.
  • Direct the day-to-day Communications team work flow in support of companywide communication needs, assess quantity and quality of work product, coordinate recognition for staff contributions.
  • Supervise the cross-functional work of Communications staff with all divisions, departments, business units and teams across the company to identify, plan, manage and fulfill communication needs, and to evaluate effectiveness of the resulting communications for employees, agents, policyholders, the Citizens Board of Governors, legislators, state officials and the general public.
  • Serve as an expert resource for executives, managers and staff companywide for questions and assistance with writing and other communication functions.
  • Ensure conformity, consistency and accuracy of all types of communication, including collaboration with other departments on overlapping projects.
  • Manage assigned department projects to include problem analysis, research, setting deliverables and timeframes, communication with project team members, and delivery of progress reports to manager.
  • Define and standardize work-flow processes within the department, and revise as necessary.
  • Organize, coordinate and actively participate in special task forces, study committees, project teams and workgroups.
  • Participate in the establishment, organization and implementation of short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures; monitor program effectiveness; and recommend changes required for improvement.


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, work independently, multitask and adapt to frequent priority changes.
  • Excellent content presentation skills.
  • Ability to anticipate needs and forecast future initiatives.
  • Knowledge and ability to interpret relevant data and develop reports.
  • Project management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Visio.
  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or marketing communications OR 4 years relevant experience, OR a combination of college education and relevant experience equivalent to 4 years.
4 or more years of progressively responsible professional communications experience in corporate or marketing communications such as writing, editing or press releases.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 or more years of experience in property and casualty insurance communications.
  • 2 or more years of supervisory experience.
  • Project management experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, speak in front of groups, hear and converse over the telephone, and key frequently on a computer (4 or more hours per day).


DOWNTOWN VISION, INC. (DVI)
POSITION TITLE:  Marketing & Communications Intern
REPORTS TO:  Marketing and Events Coordinator

ABOUT DOWNTOWN VISION, INC. (DVI):
Downtown Vision, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization who mission is to build a vibrant and healthy downtown and to promote downtown as an exciting place to live, work, and play.  Downtown Vision, Inc. was formed in 2000 at the request of downtown property owners to provide enhanced services within the Downtown Improvement District.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The marketing/communications intern will be responsible for the valuable support functions of the marketing/communications department.  He/she will maintain a time sheet and a log of projects and activities.  The preparation of initial drafts of required paperwork for school reporting is his/her responsibility.

SPECIFIC DUTIES (subject to change):
Make calls to update database information
Assist with Art Walk paperwork for artist registration
Conduct media scans and maintain clip binder and clip report
Data Entry
Research website directory listings and event calendar listings
Facilitate collateral distribution and restocking
Take photos for the website
Copy and collate materials for mailings
Prepare new retailer packages
Track stats and conduct surveys for events
Assist with collateral requests
Provide status updates on projects and activities
Participate in staff meetings and marketing team meetings
Additional projects and responsibilities assigned based on intern capabilities and desire

EVENT SUPPORT:
First Wednesday Art Walk, Movies in the Park, The Core promotions, and additional events (tbd).

HOURS: The unpaid internship may be full or part time.

ENVIRONMENT & QUALIFICATIONS:
DVI maintains a professional office environment.  Candidates must have the solid oral and written communication skills necessary to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, stakeholders, and the downtown community.  He/she must have good time management skills and be proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and Excel.  He/she must also be able to work collaboratively as a team and be a self-starter. Knowledge of social media platforms are desired but not required.  A love and desire to be Downtown is a plus!  Candidates working towards a Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations degree are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to Jessica Grant, Digital Marketing Manager, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


Family Support Services of North Florida (FSS)

Communications Internship available with Family Support Services of North Florida (FSS), the lead agency for foster care, adoption and family preservation in Duval and Nassau counties.

FSS Mission Statement
To provide for the safety and stability of children and families by strengthening the child protection system and involving neighborhood networks to ensure success.

The FSS Communications Intern will be responsible for supporting the communications efforts of the Community Development Department, including publications, promotions, media relations and special events.

The successful candidate will possess: the ability to work collaboratively as a team member and be a self-starter; strong writing skills; good time management skills; solid written and oral communications skills necessary to communicate effectively with all level of staff, stakeholders and community.

The successful candidate will possess: knowledge of communications/public relations/journalism principles; AP style; social media; and appropriate office decorum.

Essential job duties include:

  • Write newsletter articles
  • Write news releases
  • Write letters and other corporate communications
  • Write event descriptions for online postings; post info as needed
  • Write/create internal communications
  • Develop and post social media postings
  • Proof newsletters, promotional fliers and other publications
  • Research media outlets and maintain media archives
  • Conduct research for Community Development projects/programs
  • Assist with special events
  • Participate in staff meetings
  • Other projects as assigned

Organizational Expectations include: commitment, professionalism, responsible citizenship, career development, teamwork and customer service.

Work schedule/hours: flexible/negotiable. Stipend available

Contact information:  Dan Perle, Human Resources Manager: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

FSS is conveniently located in the St. Nicholas area of Jacksonville’s Southside:
4057 Carmichael Ave., 32207    Free parking provided!


ACOSTA Sales and Marketing has immediate hiring needs in your area!

Apply online today at www.acostacareers.com

About the company
Acosta currently serves over 1,000 consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies throughout North America. Our headquarters are located in Jacksonville, FL, and we have offices in every major city in the United States and Canada. In recent years, we’ve been leveraging our core services – headquarter and retail selling, sales support and category management/space technology – with expansion into related businesses such as consumer promotions or into other channels such as dollar, drug and natural food tores.

Company Career website: www.acostacareers.com

Job Title: National Client Insights Manager
Work Location: Jacksonville, FL 32216


Job Id number: #22426
The National Client Insights Manager is the national contact for Marketing with the assigned category/client(s).

Responsibilities:
National Client Insights Manager is the one point of contact, within Analytical Services, nationally for a client(s) within the category/categories assigned. The NCIM is to communicate weekly with the assigned client(s).
NCIMs are to coordinate with our Client Service Directors and/or our clients to ensure that we are providing the appropriate Marketing services to our clients and that we are being efficient in the process.
Assist in preparing for national business reviews, sales meetings and executive client meetings.
Jointly develops national category development strategies and objectives with our client(s) in the following areas:
- Training of our Analytical Services team regarding client strategies and objectives.
- Score carding of sales, merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelving
- Reducing redundant Marketing activity both within Acosta and between Acosta and our client(s)
- Maximizing Acosta’s time in front of Category Managers at our Customers
- Add value by anticipating client expectations through proactive analytics and insights.                                                                                                                   
These areas are to be approached targeting opportunities to increase revenues for the company.
Coordinate with regional Analytical Services analyst that the reports developed for use with specific client(s) are delivered monthly, via the Knowledge Suite. The NCIMs are to jointly take ownership for all content delivered via Knowledge Suite for client(s)’ categories.
Oversee/develop specific client reports using syndicated or customer scan data to include sales tracking, price tracking, new item success tracking, distribution tracking and special business initiative tracking, all to be measured against jointly set objectives.
Oversee/develop new item presentations at a national level that can be adapted to each local market for sales calls.

Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 3 years Marketing experience in the CPG industry are required.
Must present a professional image and be able to represent the company in a professional manner.
Must be willing to travel if necessary.
Must have strong computer skills utilizing a variety of PC software packages including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a working knowledge of Visual Basic for Applications.
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Must be able to operate a calculator, computer, printer, fax machine, telephone, and copy machine.

Apply online today at www.acostacareers.com

(Posted August 30, 2011)