The Pittsburgh office of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist I/II. This position plans, develops, and implements communications strategies for organizing campaigns in coordination with international staff and affiliates. This position is also responsible for a variety of campaign message and strategy development activities.

POSITION DUTIES:  Designs leaflets, brochures and direct mail pieces, video and other materials for internal and external organizing campaigns. Implements earned and paid media efforts, including organizing and coordinating news events. Develops earned and paid media efforts, including organizing and coordinating news events. Develops electronic media campaigns, including the strategic use of e-mail, websites and other new media. Assists organizers with campaign message training of committee members, volunteer organizers and others involved in home visits and other one-on-one communications. Coordinates worker mobilization and community and political outreach efforts associated with targeted campaigns. Conducts training in communications strategy, message development and delivery techniques. Works with Organizing and Field Services and affiliates to develop their organizing communications capacity.  Plans and produces recorded radio and video actualities featuring an AFSCME spokesperson for dissemination to selected stations. Develops and writes editorials and editorial pieces and arranges placement in newspapers and magazines. Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.

REQUIREMENTS:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in labor relations, communications, political science or liberal arts and three (3) to years (7) years of related work experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Considerable experience in labor, political or community organizing and campaign communications and campaign work or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:  knowledge of and field experience leading organizing campaigns; knowledge of and experience with media relations, knowledge of graphic design software, video production and printing techniques; knowledge and experience with electronic forms of communications; ability to coordinate multidimensional campaign communications strategies; advanced oral and written communications skills; ability to develop a campaign message and enforce message discipline in fast-paced campaigns; ability to analyze research data and make logical conclusions; ability to write and design leaflets, brochures, direct mail pieces, video scripts and other materials; ability to work independently and to use initiative to execute projects that may be vaguely defined; ability to communicate in a foreign language desirable. Travel, extended hours and weekend work are required. This position will be filled at the grade commensurate with the knowledge and experience of the selected applicant.

SALARY RANGE:  $62,728 - $101,857

Position Purpose:  This position is responsible for the planning, execution and evaluation of community affairs and local media relations in designated regions where Williams has operations.  In addition, the successful candidate will be quick to identify emerging issues, then provide to operations management, high level, strategic consultation.

The successful candidate will provide proactive, strategic direction on communications and community outreach in partnership with business unit leadership, government affairs, and other internal stakeholders. Externally, this position is the first point of contact for the public, community leaders, media, donation requests, organizations, hotline issues, and operations tours. 

Other job duties include the development and delivery of presentations to local officials, government agencies, environmental groups and other external stakeholders, media training, crisis communication, participation in community and industry meetings, damage prevention efforts and recommendations about community relations giving programs.  In general, this position requires the candidate to act as a public spokesperson and liaison with communities.  Travel required to communities in the operations area, primarily northeast Pennsylvania.  Participation in community/stakeholder meetings outside of 8 – 5 work hours is required.

Skills/Qualifications:  Experience in a consulting role, writing skills with command of AP Style, strong oral communications skills, news judgment, critical thinking, ability to translate Williams’ business and goals into audience-appropriate formats, editing and proofreading proficiency.  Knowledge of energy or related industry preferred.  Familiarity with Pennsylvania geographical and sociological attributes, media and current events mandatory.  Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or journalism.  Looking for a candidate with 10-plus years relevant experience.  PRSA or IABC Accreditation a plus. 

Responsibilities:  75% support for Williams’ Exploration & Production business unit, 25% Midstream

Travel/re-location:  Initially this position will be based in Canonsburg, with considerable travel and time spent in northeast Pennsylvania.  As business growth trends are determined, the position will re-locate to an office to be determined in the northeast.

To apply:  www.Williams.com/careers, job posting 7724. 

Make-A-Wish Foundation^® is looking for marketing and communications intern for their Downtown Pittsburgh office. The mission of the Make-A-Wish Foundation is to fulfill wishes for children between the ages of 2½ and 18 who have diagnosed life-threatening medical conditions. The office is open Mondays through Thursdays from 9 to 5 and Fridays from 9 to 3, and an intern’s hours and days can be flexible within that time frame. Internships are unpaid.

Marketing and Communications Intern Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update media and photo archives
• Complete write-ups on fulfilled wishes for general use and distribution
• Write and distribute press releases
• Write articles for our volunteer newsletter
• Help organize community relations and outreach programs
• Write articles for newsletters to outreach sources
• Assist with promotional events or general office duties as needed
• Good phone skills, excellent writing skills required; please submit writing sample with resume
  

The office is located in the Gulf Tower and the mailing address is 707 Grant Street, 37^th floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. To apply, mail, e-mail or fax (412-471-1897) a resume and cover letter to Leigh Ann Lubarsky, Wish Coordinator. In your cover letter, please indicate that you are applying for the marketing/communications internship. For more information, please e-mail Ms. Lubarsky at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

MARC USA provides PR support to both our advertising / integrated clients as well as to clients that require only Public Relations services. Their team of highly capable PR professionals is well respected and provides outstanding PR counsel to their clients. The hire will provide guidance to the team, especially in the area of Social Media, as well as maintain high level relationships with PR clients and lead the Public Relations team's business development efforts. Expect interaction with MARC's other offices and clients supported by these offices. This position, as are all positions in the agency, is hands on. Hires will roll up your sleeves to develop and lead strategy, write and present, and interact with the media. 

You should have a Bachelors Degree and at least ten years of comprehensive PR / Communications experience.  Agency experience is a must.  You must be an exceptional writer, with outstanding Client Management, Social Media and Media Relations expertise.  Our client roster is slanted toward consumer and retail clients, but also includes B2B. 

Please submit your resume at:

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MARCUSA&cws=1&rid=132

Visit our website to learn more about our agency: www.marcusa.com.

MARC USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability status, national origin, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law. 

The main role will be to collaborate closely with the Director and other senior agency leaders to develop ideas and identify opportunities for overall strong externalization of the agency in order to enhance and build MARC’s reputation both regionally and nationally.  The hire will accomplish this through continuous strategic development and execution of consumer, business and trade media relations (press releases and other direct media outreach).  The end result will be high visibility positive news, features and opinion articles; op-ed and POV pieces, interviews, speaking and expert commentary opportunities, speeches and other activities that promote the company, as well as thought leadership/points of view placements.  The position will also play a key role in maintenance and updating the agency’s intranet site and all content, while managing our social media presence. 

To excel in this dynamic position you should have a Bachelors Degree and at least seven years of fast-paced Corporate Communications and/or related PR experience.  Agency experience is a strong plus.  Strong writing and verbal skills are critical. 

Please submit your resume at:

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MARCUSA&cws=1&rid=133

Visit our website to learn more about our agency: www.marcusa.com.  

MARC USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability status, national origin, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law. 

• Assist with one or two long-term projects (to be worked on whenever more deadline driven work does not take priority).
• Assisting in research and writing of bylined articles, white papers and news releases.
• Building databases specific to client’s channels—using several Web-based software programs on which intern will receive training.
• Evaluating clippings and broadcast airings to assess quantitative/qualitative public relations impact, return on investment, etc.
• Student may be asked to participate in client meetings.

• Currently enrolled in a public relations/communications/marketing major-based curriculum.
• Has achieved Junior or Senior class status
• Has sound writing skills
• Is willing to work regular set times (the equivalent of at least 2-3 days at the same times each week, for the period of at least one school term)

Euro RSCG Worldwide PR -- ranked #1 by the Pittsburgh Business Times -- seeks a fall intern to assist the account teams on a daily basis through timely implementation of a broad range of media relations, writing, research and reporting assignments critical to maintaining strong, profitable client and prospect relationships. The purpose of this position is to provide a forum for learning and implementing many of the essential skills and tools required in the field of public relations and marketing.

Candidates should be full-time university students seeking a public relations internship for credit, with relevant coursework and/or experience in public relations, marketing, professional writing or related areas. Strong writing, communication and time management skills are a must.

A minimum availability of 15-20 hours weekly is preferred.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Angela Braun Mineo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Apply by Aug. 11, early application advised.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be non-comparative, objective and relevant. Critical/essential to accomplish the role
• Bachelor’s Degree and 5-7 years communications experience in public relations, corporate communications, consumer healthcare or related field
• Demonstrated creativity, problem solving and negotiation skills
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
• Experience working with various levels of an organization
• Good project management and research skills; ability to manage multiple and changing priorities and meet stringent deadlines
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, accuracy, sound judgment, sense of urgency and ability to think quickly and clearly under pressure
• Ability to manage high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently, and as part of the broader CH Comms team and extended cross functional teams

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in the consumer healthcare industry and/or with GSK
• Experience with electronic communications solutions and technologies
• Demonstrated strategic thinking ability; Ability to translate complex communications into easy to understand consumer and media-friendly context
• Experience managing PR agencies and in PR program planning, development and measurement
• Strong media relations skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information, issues and crisis

Details:

This role will support the internal and external communications objectives for the CHNA business and its brands.  The role will determine strategy, plan and coordinate tactics, develop and execute communications for the CH business and brands. This would include:

• Managing PR agencies and freelancers; ensuring strong communications strategies and outputs
• Managing process and tools to achieve the communications goals and measurement of PR programs
• Ensuring internal coordination with GSK and CH; working closely with CHNA comms team, CH Global Comms Team, Corporate Media Relations, Pharma PR communications, and other relevant communications and marketing stakeholders

• Lead and coordinate public relations strategies and plans with PR agency partners and freelancers to support brand and company communications objectives
• Work with Marketing Brand team and agency partners to develop and execute PR plans and create measurement tools to track success
• Access situations, determine strategic approach and develop appropriate communications messaging and supporting documents (i.e. press statements, Q&As, fact sheets, etc.)
• Proactively plan and manage issues and develop supporting communications
• Coordinate media training
• Serve as company spokesperson for CH business and brand activities
• Liaise with appropriate internal and external stakeholders
• Write, edit proofread external communications materials (i.e. press releases, Q&As) and ensure all documents adhere to GSK standards and protocol
• Coordinate and manage necessary input and approvals of all communications materials
• Coordinate consistency of communications tools, such as measurement, across all agency partners
• Research and manage identification and selection of new agency partners
  
  Internal = 50%

• Proactively generate and post content for various internal news vehicles, CH Intranets, magazines, and other GSK internal communications vehicles
• Write, edit, proofread articles and other necessary internal documents
• Counsel internal stakeholders on the effectiveness, use and availability of communications channels to help promote products and business initiatives; make recommendations as appropriate
• Coordinate and execute internal events and other major communications activities with CHNA Comms team support
• Make recommendations on improvements to intranet and content maintenance

Downtown marketing agency Jampole Communications has an entry level PR position for a recent graduate in any liberal arts major with strong writing skills.  Competitive salary and benefits.  Please send resume, transcript and 3 writing samples (no more than 10 pages) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Responsibilities:

·        Write news releases and feature articles

·        Conduct media and other research

·        Implement media relations campaigns

·        Contact and pitch journalists