Writer's Week 042211

Thanks to Kelly Blazek for her dedication and commitment in seeking out most of the jobs posted below. To receive her full newsletter (we only excerpt media-related jobs) see the separate box headlined Cleveland Job Bank below.

PART-TIME COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT - EATON CORPORATION

Eaton Corporation's Internal Communications team seeks an enthusiastic assistant for part-time work on a temporary (eight months, possibly extended to 18 months) basis. Several years' experience working within a complex communications environment, efficiently generating clean, crisp copy for internal and external audiences required. Must be willing to perform a wide range of duties, from filing and proofreading to interviewing and capturing Eaton style and voice in written channels. Employment will be through our temporary agency.

Qualifications:

· Holds bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism, and two or more years of relevant nexperience.

· Experienced writing for internal and external audiences for print and the Web.

· Demonstrated written and interpersonal communication skills. Able to ace an AP Style test.

· Experienced with basic graphics, desktop publishing and Web page layout tools

· Has solid knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel

· Able to work independently and collaboratively to accomplish projects, provide day-to-day support and meet deadlines.

· Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail and follow through without sacrificing efficiency and speed.

If you have these qualifications and are interested in a part-time (4 hours per day), temporary assignment, please send cover letter, resume and four representative writing samples here. No calls, please.

MANAGER OF MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS & OUTREACH - THE CIVIC COMMONS
The Civic Commons is a regional, civic start-up that is building a civic engagement utility to serve civic leaders, community institutions and the growing desire of citizens to be engaged and empowered on key civic decisions. The Civic Commons is online combining social media, visualizations, and gaming components, and in the community supporting media and civic engagement (e.g. newspapers, radio, public meetings, grassroots organizing).
The Manager of Marketing, Communications & Outreach is a new position at The Civic Commons with a focus on implementing strategic marketing, communications and outreach tactics - and generally being awesome. The Manager is responsible for attracting and retaining users such as to grow the crowd at The Civic Commons; generating visibility and managing brand and messaging in the region; encouraging citizens and organizations to engage through The Civic Commons; and supporting engagement services by helping partners connect with key stakeholders and citizens to effectively meet the partner's engagement needs.
Specific responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to):
Marketing & Communications
Lead development and implementation of market strategy including the mix of viral marketing, PR, advertising, channel usage, pricing, and promotions
Create a "viral marketing" plan that uses social media, community, and media partners to grow awareness and users
Manage and implement the marketing launch plan
Lead the creation of collateral and centralized communications materials for use by the Civic Commons team when engaging with any stakeholders and community members
Ensure a strong, well-written and well-read blog
Lead market research where needed
Outreach
Cultivate and manage relationships with community and media organizations to increase public awareness, add active users and attract engagement services clients.
Manage public speaking opportunities for, primarily, the President and Curator of Conversation - this includes sourcing opportunities, making sure appropriate presentations are developed, and that appropriate collateral materials are being disseminated.
Manage Civic Commons' initiated community activities such as public forums, small-group meetings, etc. - this includes working with the Operations and Communications Coordinator to secure all necessary logistics for meetings and making sure these activities provide a unique and exciting engagement experience for participants.
Manage internal/external communications processes for key Civic Commons' stakeholders, including funders, Board members, media/community partners, registered users, Facebook/Twitter followers, engagement services clients, etc.
Organizational
Lead the preparation of written materials for RFPs for engagement services clients or grant applications
Support a culture of creative risk taking, rapid innovation, personal responsibility, public responsiveness and fun
CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS
You are an enthusiastic, optimistic, self-motivated, responsive multi-tasker who demonstrates excellent written and oral communications skills, strong personal initiative and attention to detail, independent work habits and motivation. The ideal candidate possesses a balanced mix of creativity and an orientation to get things done. The ability to use new technologies and collaboration-based software tools is essential to working at The Civic Commons.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree, preferably in a field related to Marketing or Communications.
Minimum five years of related experience.
Familiarity with Google and Microsoft-related productivity tools (e.g. Calendar, Spreadsheets, Documents, Powerpoint) and Mac computers. Ability to use Prezi and other innovative marketing/communications tools is a huge plus.
Hard work ethic, outgoing personality, comfortable in a flexible, fast-paced work environment
COMPENSATION
We're a philanthropically funded start-up, so we have to invest thoughtfully. The salary will be competitive, and for the right candidate, we'll probably all agree it's a fraction of what you're worth, but it's the best we can do.
TIMETABLE This position is a contract hire to begin May 1, 2011.
APPLICATION PROCESS Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to our President, Mike Shafarenko

DIGITAL CONTENT DIRECTOR/ PROMOTIONS COORDINATOR - CLEAR CHANNEL AKRON STATIONS
We're looking for a rising star that can handle organizing volumes of requests, work resourcefully to find spur of the moment solutions and has the ability to work quickly and shift gears at a moment's notice to capitalize on opportunities. Digital Content Director Duties: · Work closely with sales and on-air program directors to maintain and create content across our cluster of 11 websites · Provide social media solutions for apps, embedding, driving traffic, and harvesting friends & followers · Aggressively suggest and solicit new content for assigned stations. · Must also possess strong writing skills, a sense of humor, and creativity to engage our listeners across multiple platforms. Promotions Director Duties: · Develop and oversee all promotional and contest initiatives of cluster stations. · Assist with planning and developing station promotions. · Supervise stations contests including originating or adapting ideas, arranging prizes and listener events. · Oversee the implementation and execution of all discount programs and on-line auctions on our respective websites. · Organize weekly promotions grids for assigned stations. · Oversee cluster NTR events from development to execution. Includes working directly with all departments: Sales, Programming, Production and Business Office to insure events are executed in accordance with all departmental procedures.
Job Requirements: Job Requirements: · Comfort and familiarity with HTML/CSS · Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator experience and a keen design eye · Audio/Video Editing Experience · Good people skills and the desire to work in a team-oriented environment · Must be highly organized · Must be a self-starter who excels at working independently · Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects · Flash/Actionscript experience a bonus
Apply here

WEB EDITOR - ADVANSTAR COMMUNICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, or English and proficiency in Mac, Microsoft Word, Adobe GoLive, Dreamwaver, and Final Cut Pro; strong editing, writing, communication, technical and organizational skills. Interested candidates please submit your salary history and resume.
We are currently seeking a Web Editor to create and edit rich media content, work with editors and writers to develop and package multimedia content, and participate in the maintenance of brand websites. Responsibilities will include conceptualizing and executing compelling, interactive editorial web features and audio and video editing in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
You may need to register (it's free) on MediaBistro.com to see application page
Apply here

PART-TIME BOARD OPERATOR - CBS RADIO
Auto req ID 7052BR
Station WDOK-FM, WKRK-FM, WNCX-FM, WQAL-FM
CBS Radio Cleveland is accepting applications for entry level positions. Includes station monitoring and all daypart board operating. Dependability and punctuality a must. Apply online:

www.cbsradio.com

RADIO NEWS ANCHOR & EDITOR

Radio stations WFIN, WKXA & WBUK-The Fox, part of the Blanchard River Broadcasting Company, seek an aggressive news anchor/reporter for our award-winning news department. This is a full time position with competitive salary, plus excellent benefit package, including health and life insurance and 401(k).

Duties include anchoring newscasts, updating web site, monitoring wire services and covering some night meetings. Previous experience, strong speaking and writing skills required. Must be web savvy and possess computer, multimedia and social media expertise. The selected individual will exhibit a great attitude and be a team player.

Send resume and cover letter by May 6 to Personnel, Blanchard River Broadcasting Company, P. O. Box 1507; Findlay, OH 45839-1507. The Blanchard River Broadcasting Company is a proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

PUBLISHER, NEIGHBORHOOD VOICE

We would like to announce an exciting job opportunity. The board of the Neighborhood Voice is looking to hire a new publisher. Our current publisher is preparing to start her graduate studies this summer and we'd like to ask you to help distribute the attached job description to individuals within your respective networks who would be interested in such a position. The application deadline is April 29th and all materials should be submitted to Ani Bagdasarian .

The Greater University Neighborhood Voice is an innovative, "hyperlocal," community-based information source that produces monthly print publications and an accompanying website, which was launched in the fall of 2010. To date, the Neighborhood Voice has published six monthly issues with 30,000 copies of each issue distributed across key centers throughout the city. The Neighborhood Voice serves the Greater University Circle neighborhoods of Buckeye-Shaker, Central, East Cleveland, Fairfax, Glenville, Hough, Little Italy and University Circle. We are looking to hire an individual who is committed to and passionate about Cleveland and has extensive experience in the field of journalism and business management. You can find out more information about The Neighborhood Voice by visiting our website.

MULTI MEDIA JOURNALIST -WKYC TV 3
Details:
· Shoot, write, edit, and report stories for daily newscasts.
· Enterprise stories and package ideas.
· Deliver live stories and packages from remote locations and in studio.
· Produce daily content for website and social media platforms.
· Work with desk on follow-up.
Experience: Three year(s)
Requirements:
· Minimum three years of medium-market television news reporting experience.
· "Live" on scene reporting experience.
· Strong writing skills, web and social media skills, outstanding news judgment, excellent communication and people skills, strong shooting and editing skills.
· Ability to enterprise story ideas.
· Strong live/breaking news skills.
· Broad knowledge of Cleveland area issues and news contacts is a plus.
· Must work quickly and efficiently in rapidly changing broadcast environment
· Degree in Journalism or relevant major.
· Must have valid driver's license.
Interviews will be by appointment only. No phone calls, please. Resumes and audition tapes should be sent to:
Rita Andolsen; News Director
Howard Fencl: Asst. News Director
WKYC-TV Inc.
1333 Lakeside Avenue

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR-OVERNIGHT - WEWS TV CHANNEL 5
Requisition Number: 3399
We are seeking an innovative, creative and multi-tasking Assignment Editor for the overnight shift. The successful candidate will manage assignments, deal with logistics, and monitor wires and scanners. Duties of this position include:
· Plan news coverage as directed by news management;
· Dispatch crews to stories and breaking news, using appropriate logistical and journalistic judgment;
· Make calls to news sources as needed, gaining appropriate and actionable information;
· Assist in finding stories, conduct research and tracking story ideas in assignment desk computer;
· Write factually correct news stores in AP broadcast style for website;
· Other duties as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Four-year college degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least two years previous assignment desk and/or newsroom experience.
EQUIPMENT: Must be proficient with newsroom computer systems, and spreadsheet software applications. Proficient with Microsoft Office a plus.
SKILLS: Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, superior news judgment, and a competitive nature. The ability to multi-task is essential.
Apply online here.

CONTENT PRODUCER - WEWS CHANNEL 5
Requisition Number: 3437
We are seeking an experienced Content Producer.
This position is responsible for overseeing all content on local news and information web sites.
Duties of the position include:
Work with news staff to plan, structure, report and write news and information content for Web sites and other new media platforms.
Produce the sites' content to optimize the user experience by being attentive to live web metrics and UE best practices.
Enhance the news content with outside links, maps, slideshows.
Coordination of news editorial and technical staff to facilitate the migration of multi-media content to new media platforms, including video, audio, still photos and graphics.
Assist in online coverage of major news events, breaking news and severe weather to ensure high quality consistent community coverage online.
Build out special sections and site features to enhance coverage and increase user engagement.
Shoot, write and edit content to enhance online coverage for all platforms.
Assist in the management of user-generated content on the sites.
Responsible for content generation for niche sites as directed by the director of new media.
Work with other departments, including sales and marketing, as needed on site and station initiatives that require content integration.
Convert new media content to broadcast style
Perform other duties as needed and directed by the Director of New Media.
EXPERIENCE:
· At least 1 year experience producing, managing and showcasing online content preferred
· Must demonstrate good journalism and writing skills (including AP Style) as well as an understanding of current events
· Must understand basic journalism legal principles
· Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure
· Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced newsroom environment strongly preferred
· Working knowledge of online content-management systems preferred
· Working knowledge of web-design tools, such as HTML, Flash, ASP.Net, DreamWeaver, JavaScript, Adobe Photoshop, and FTP programs preferred.
Apply online here.

FREELANCE REPORTERS, PATCH.COM

Patch.com, a new online community news source, is looking for freelancer reporters to cover a wide variety of topics on Cleveland's west side, from business to family issues to human interest stories. We're looking for writers to take on as few as one or as many as four stories per week. Photo skills are a plus and video skills are even better.
Rate: $25-$75 depending on the article.
To apply: Email resume and three clips to kate.spirgen@patch.com, subject: Freelance Application

GRANT WRITER / CONTENT SPECIALIST - NORTECH/GREATER CLEVELAND PARTNERSHIP

Job Reference: NGW-311 Date Posted: Mar 30 2011

Reports To: Vice President Strategic Outreach

The Grant Writer / Content Specialist position is focused on two interconnecting responsibilities: grant writing and content creation. Conducting the full range of activities required to secure grants from private and corporate foundations and state and federal agencies is a critical part of this position. This includes: identifying funding sources; conducting background research; writing, editing, and submitting proposals; and reporting to funding agencies. It involves a great deal of coordination among different internal departments and outside organizations, as well as the ability to effectively write proposals. This individual will work with staff with internal staff, outside partners and funders, and some government agencies. This position will also be responsible for the research, writing and editing of source materials that will be used for a variety of communication mediums.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Grant Writing and Support

Perform in-depth research into funding organizations and agencies; evaluate prospects for corporate/foundation grants and state/federal funding programs.

Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures.

Conduct interdepartmental meetings to identify and prioritize project needs, coordinate and research grant preparation assignments.

Prepare grant applications for submittal; prepare quarterly or annual reports as required by granting agencies.

Serve as a liaison between the organization and outside funding agencies and groups; participate in meetings and discussions in which decisions affecting projects and initiatives are made.

Provide assistance in resolving issues and conflicts with funding agencies.

Maintain current records, files, and schedules including grant tracking and reporting and advising senior management of follow-up from meetings.

Content Creation

Work closely with key people in the organization and conduct research on projects and initiatives to gain a complete understanding of the organization and its ongoing programs and initiatives.

Review economic and public policy data in order to stay abreast of changes and their impact to the organization's work.

Work collaboratively with leadership and subject matter experts to generate new and refresh existing content, which will be used for a variety of communication mediums.

Create "Body of Knowledge" directory for source materials.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications or related field.

Background in grant writing; experience in economic development and/or public policy a plus

Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional research and organizational skills

Understanding of budgeting and the final portion of grant applications

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships

Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced environment

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work well under pressure and tight deadlines.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as Microsoft Outlook; proficiency in Microsoft Project a plus

Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter and resume with salary requirements to:

Greater Cleveland Partnership

Attn: Human Resources (NGW-311)

100 Public Square, Suite 210

Cleveland, OH 44113

careers@gcpartnership.com

(Please use Job ID or position title when applying.)

SENIOR WRITER POSITION - UNIVERSITY OF AKRON

The senior writer reports to the creative director in Institutional Marketing. This position requires a relevant bachelor's degree and 6+ years experience in writing in varied styles, including news writing, feature writing and promotional writing. The senior writer is expected to function as a key member of the creative team. He/she assists in the development of advertising and marketing materials from conceptualization through production to distribution. The senior writer's particular contribution to the team is to ensure that institutional objectives and goals are accurately and effectively conveyed to internal and external audiences through clear, persuasive messaging. This requires ability to think creatively and intuitively, in the style of ad agency copywriters, while also having the capacity to interpret academic and administrative terminology, as do many public relations professionals or grant writers. Also, the senior writer is expected to have proficiency with software applications, including MS Outlook, Microsoft Office and experience with emerging Web and social media technologies for communications purposes. This position is a contract professional and is a full-time appointment.

For complete details and to apply for this position, visit this

website. Requisition number: 006532