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Graphic Designer

Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy seeks a Graphic Designer to join its growing digital and creative team. The right candidate will have a minimum of two years’ design experience and possess a proven track record at developing creative design projects that support multi-faceted communications strategies and issue advocacy campaigns. The individual must be comfortable working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. This position reports to the Director of Digital and Creative Services for the firm.

Education/Experience

At least two years’ experience at a public relations agency, and/or an in-house design role for a corporation or nonprofit organization.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Advertising or a related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Manages relationships with project leads and clients to create project timelines and key deliverables
Prepare digital graphics for social media and static digital ads; ability to design animated graphics a plus.
Create fact sheets, infographics, presentations and newsletters and other materials, in some instances developing concepts in accordance with existing brand guidelines
Design graphics for digital advertising and social media content.
Collaborate with Multimedia Designer for project support needs related to video and photography.
Serve as a partner to brainstorm concepts with the team that will highlight original, engaging design solutions.
Stay aware of current trends in creative, marketing, design, social media, and competitive landscapes.

Required Competencies

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Premiere Pro). Experience with After Effects and HTML5 design a significant plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Photography and filming experience a plus
Significant time management and project management skills. Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Creative professional with an eye and interest in evolving trends to connect with audiences.
Familiar with working on projects with established brand guidelines.
Experience participating as a member of project teams; client service experience and poise working with senior leadership.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Understanding of best practices for digital advocacy, social media campaigns, and tracking analytics
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-paced company and industry
Conscientious, motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability

Along with your portfolio, please include your resume, salary requirements. Please send to Melissa Sherman at melissa@ceislermedia.com. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting. EOE.

Associate

Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy is a full-service public relations and issue advocacy firm that guides our clients through every step of their communications campaigns. With three offices across the Commonwealth and a growing list of clients, we are hiring an Associate for our Philadelphia office. Our Associates are an integral part of our team – they are our utility players, supporting our leadership team on a variety of projects, making important connections and delivering results.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science or other liberal arts discipline
1-3 years’ experience at an agency or an in-house communications role at a professional service firm, non-profit or public sector

Responsibilities

Assists Senior Associates and Directors in developing multi-faceted communications and grassroots advocacy plans
Assists with media outreach including both proactive (crafting pitches, developing reporter relationships, etc.) and reactive (taking media calls about events, breaking news, etc.)
Drafts press releases, media advisories, letters to the editor/op-eds, media pitches, blog posts, and other communications materials as required
Assists with building and managing coalitions around advocacy issues, including email communications and regular contact with coalition partners and key stakeholders
Conducts detailed research for Senior Associates and Directors and prepares reports, as needed.
Utilizes internal PR database to research, update and prepare tailored media lists
Assists with executing digital content needs for clients including developing content calendars and preparing social media posts
Handles daily media monitoring and produces regular reports on media coverage and social media activity
Provides support in planning and staffing of client-related events
Participates in business development efforts by researching and generating RFP responses and proposals
Provides backup support for office administrative staff and any other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies

Excellent oral and written communications skills
Highly organized, focused and detail-oriented
Solid understanding of public relations and experience with media engagement
Strong research skills and ability to concisely synthesize key information
Client service experience and poise working with senior leadership
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-paced company and industry
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Conscientious, motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Strong time management and project management skills
Experience with social media and digital content in a professional setting a plus
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of Cision, Critical Mention and other media software a plus

Email your resume, cover letter and portfolio to careers@ceislermedia.com to apply. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting. EOE.

Senior Associate

Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy seeks a Senior Associate to join its Philadelphia office. The right candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience and possess a proven track record at developing and implementing multi-faceted communications strategies and issue advocacy campaigns. The individual must be comfortable working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. This position reports to a Director within the firm.

Education/Experience

At least five years’ experience at a public relations agency, political campaign and/or an in-house communications managerial role for a professional services company or non-profit
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science or other liberal arts discipline

Responsibilities

Manages relationships with clients and leads project teams, developing project timelines and key deliverables
Maintain relationships with Philadelphia elected official and policy stakeholders for firm and client intel
Track major policy and legislative initiatives, occasionally serving as a representative of the firm in City Hall
Develops, drives and implements multi-faceted communications, media relations and grassroots advocacy plans
Supports the creation of compelling written materials including press releases, media advisories, letters to the editor/op-eds, media pitches, speeches, testimony, byline articles, white papers, digital content, etc.
Manages media outreach, including both proactive (crafting pitches, developing reporter relationships, etc.) and reactive (taking media calls about events, breaking news, crisis communications, etc.)
Manages campaigns and coalitions around advocacy issues, including email communications and regular contact with coalition partners and key stakeholders
Assists with the management of statewide grassroots efforts such as letter-writing, op-ed or LTE campaigns as well as targeted media placements designed to complement government relations strategies
Maintains relationships with key local, regional and statewide stakeholders – including reporters/media outlets, elected officials, civic and community leaders, business leaders, etc.
Monitors clients’ businesses and industries to maintain a current knowledge base; provides clip reports to clients as needed
Directs planning of, and manages staffing for, client-related events
Participates in business development efforts by researching, generating RFP responses and proposals, preparing case studies, attending new business meetings and cultivating relationships with prospective clients

Required Competencies

Excellent oral and written communications skills
Experience leading project teams or client work; client service experience and poise working with senior leadership
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Proficient in leading and integrating digital and social media campaigns into traditional earned media or advocacy efforts
Understanding of best practices for digital advocacy, social media campaigns, and tracking analytics
Strong understanding of public relations; proven track record with media engagement
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-paced company and industry
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
Conscientious, motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
Confident personality supported by disciplined, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Along with your cover letter, please include your resume, salary requirements and writing samples.

Please send to Brian Dries at brian@ceislermedia.com. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting. EOE.

Director of Digital and Creative Services

Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy seeks a Director of Digital and Creative Services to deepen and expand the firm’s integrated content offerings. This individual will be responsible for managing, developing, executing and measuring digital media efforts for a variety of firm clients. In addition, the Director of Digital and Creative Services will serve as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders, existing clients and prospective new business partners. This position will report to the Firm’s Principal and has the opportunity to be based in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia or Harrisburg. The right candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong project management skills and serve as a leader within the agency, spearheading the growth of this business line.

Education/Experience

At least ten years’ digital experience at a public relations agency and/or an in-house communication leadership role for a corporation, political campaign or non-profit organization and at least ten years’ experience in communications and/or grassroots advocacy
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science or other liberal arts disciplines. Certifications and trainings in digital media are a plus

Responsibilities

Lead digital and creative team to support client needs including but not limited to social media content strategy, graphics, video, digital advertising buys, social listening services and other online tactics that serve as part of an integrated campaign strategy
Collaborate with other departments on digital strategy, creative components and campaign tactics for existing clients and new business prospects
Able to deliver against functional responsibilities in strategic and self-guided manner on high volume of accounts of varying scales and scope
Develop efficient team and firm processes and infrastructure for clients, campaigns including the human capital and software resources required to growth-minded scaling
Serve as the internal subject matter expert on all aspects of digital media campaigns, including paid advertising and additional targeting to reach desired audiences for maximum impact
Cultivate a culture that tests assumptions to determine the most effective way to achieve outcomes for the client’s goals through data-based proof points
Support the growth and development of team members within the department and cross-functionally that will lead to the design of thoughtful, integrated media campaigns that are measurable
Create reporting mechanism for clients that show the quantitative and qualitative, comparable results that demonstrate the impact of digital and creative efforts as part of a campaign

Required Competencies

Experience in leading and integrating digital and social media campaigns into traditional earned media or advocacy efforts
Proficient in all social platforms (notably Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube) and including advertising components of each
Senior leadership experience leading project teams, client work and delivering presentations.
Understanding of best practices for digital advocacy, social media campaigns, and tracking analytics
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Proficient in social listening/monitoring and scheduling software (SproutSocial, Brandwatch, Hootsuite)
Strong understanding of public relations; proven track record with media engagement. Integrated campaign experience a plus.
Confident personality supported by disciplined, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
Exceptional interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-paced company and industry
Excellent oral and written communications skills

Email your resume, cover letter and portfolio to careers@ceislermedia.com to apply. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting. EOE.

Internships

We are looking for interns for Summer 2020 to assist associates with a variety of activities in the Philadelphia office. Ceisler Media’s valuable interns complement the work of Ceisler Media staff with supplementation of educational training sessions. This is a paid summer internship. Completion of a Ceisler Media internship in no way guarantees employment upon completion.

Responsibilities:

News monitoring
Conducting research for clients
Making follow-up calls to reporters
Crafting messages for clients
Planning events
Attending meetings
Organizing news clips for clients
Drafting media advisories
Sending pitches to the media

Requirements:

Majoring in Communications, Political Science, Urban Studies, Business, or in a related field.
Sophomore, Junior or Senior year (previous internship(s) required).
Interested in politics and what is going on in the area and across the state.
Strong writing skills.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Able to work 40 hour weeks for a minimum of 12 weeks.

To apply, please email Abby Snopek at abby@ceislermedia.com or Julia Shreiber julia@ceislermedia.com by March 13th the following information:

Resume
Writing sample
Cover letter
Two references