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 Writer's Week Society of Professional Journalists
Cleveland Pro Chapter Newsletter
April 28, 2013
Deadline For Next Edition: May 2
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| Message from the President |
Tom Beres and Tom Moore are our 2013
Distinguished Service Award winners
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This year we will honor two
local broadcast journalists at our annual Distinguished Service Award and Scholarship Luncheon, set for May 21 at the City Club in Cleveland.
WKYC's Tom Beres will be honored with a DSA for his contributions to the field of journalism. A senior political correspondent, Beres, who was born in Ashtabula, has been with WKYC-TV for more than 32 years. This makes him the longest-tenured reporter at a single television station in Cleveland. He has hosted "Between The Lines," the Sunday morning political discussion show, and has won three Emmys, two for investigative reporting.
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Our very own Tom Moore, news anchor for Clear Channel Radio, including WTAM 1100, is also being awarded a DSA for his contributions to the Cleveland SPJ chapter and Ohio SPJ Awards. Starting in the radio business in his home state of Michigan in 1977, Moore has been a radio news reporter and anchor in Cleveland since 1987. His dedication and hard work as our chapter secretary-treasurer since 1998 and board member since 1995 is commendable!
Several high school seniors are still waiting with bated breath for the announcement of this year's winner of the Phillip W. Porter Scholarship. During the luncheon, we will be honoring the winner, who will receive $4,000 to be used toward his or her college education in journalism, communication, broadcasting or related fields. The scholarship has been awarded annually since 1965. You will just have to wait a wee bit while longer to hear who is the winner!
The luncheon will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 each, and are available by going to this site. We hope you come and cheer the winners!
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Congratulations to the staff of WKYC!
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Clevelanders will be excited to hear that WKYC has been awarded the 2012 Sigma Delta Chi Award in the television category for its breaking news coverage of the Chardon High School shooting.
The Society of Professional Journalists this week announced the recipients of the 2012 Sigma Delta Chi Awards for excellence in journalism. Judges chose the winners from more than 1,700 entries in categories covering print, radio, television and online. The awards recognize outstanding work published or broadcast in 2012.
Dating back to 1932, the awards originally honored six individuals for contributions to journalism. The current program began in 1939, when the Society granted the first Distinguished Service Awards. The honors later became the Sigma Delta Chi Awards.
Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry; works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press.
Sigma Delta Chi award winners will be honored at an awards banquet on June 21 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
Awards will be presented on Friday, June 21 at The National Press Club Washington, DC 20045
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Eye on Ohio launch Friday, May 2
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In case you missed last week's edition of Writer's Week, we were thrilled to announce a new, online investigative news venture is coming to Cleveland. It's called Eye on Ohio and they're hoping supportive journalists will come out for their launch this Friday in Tremont, at Visible Voice Books, 1023 Kenilworth Ave. from 5:30 to 10 p.m.
For more information about this initiative, visit the Eye on Ohio website at eyeonohio.org
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| Tinker Tour to teach civics through stories | 
Mary Beth Tinker was 13 when she was suspended from school. It was 1965 and she and some friends wore black armbands to class to mourn the loss of lives in the Vietnam war and to support Robert F. Kennedy's request for a Christmas truce.
Tinker did not sit still. She, her brother and her friends challenged the school's right to suspend them and that challenge led to a landmark Supreme Court ruling confirming students' First Amendment rights. The so called "Tinker ruling" made it into the history books.
Tinker is now a pediatrics nurse who still discusses constitutional rights and her case with students. She notes the decline in their understanding of civics and cites a study by the Annenberg Public Policy Center that reveals only one-third of Americans can name the three branches of government, and another third can't name any. Says Tinker, "I've decided to do more. Along with attorney Mike Hiestand, who has helped 15,000 students, teachers and administrators navigate student speech issues over the past two decades, I'm going on the 'Tinker Tour' - a bus (or RV) trip across the country to promote youth voices, free speech and a free press."
Tinker and Hiestand's goal is to bring hers and other young people's stories to schools and communities as a way to teach real-life civics.
"I made a difference with just an armband. Can you imagine what a 13 year-old today can with all of the extraordinary speech tools available? "
They've already been invited to launch the tour during Philadelphia's massive celebration of Constitution Day, Sept. 17. They would start from Independence Mall, right beside the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. To do this they need a bus or an RV. They can't afford one without help so they're using crowdsourcing to ask for donations to move the process along.
Click Here to read more.
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Excellence in Journalism
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Registration for Excellence in Journalism 2013 - SPJ's annual national conference - is now open! If you're planning to attend, sign up soon to make sure you have your pick of hotel rooms and to take advantage of early bird pricing.
As well as attending a full slate of workshops, breakout sessions and critiques you can meet recruiters for major employers at the Journalism Expo. This year's list includes Thompson Reuters, Patch.com and Gannett Company.
There are two types of registration
1- A La Carte, which includes: 
- Two Super Sessions
- 60 breakout sessions
- Access to the Journalism Expo
- Participation in newsroom tours and critiques
- Opening Night Reception
And you may purchase tickets to meal events when you register.
Early Bird Pricing for A La Carte is:
Member:$205
Non-Member: $405
Student Member: $155
Student Non-Member: $255
Retired: $155
2 - Package Registration, which includes:
- Two Super Sessions
- 60 breakout sessions
- Access to the Journalism Expo
- Participation in newsroom tours and critiques
- Opening Night Reception
Also includes one ticket each to the following meal events:
- NAHJ Newsmaker Luncheon, Sunday, Aug. 25 at noon
- RTDNA Paul White Award Reception, Sunday, Aug. 25 at 6:30 p.m.
And a ticket to one of the following events (your choice):
- SPJ President's Installation Banquet, Monday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
- NAHJ Hall of Fame Gala, Monday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m.
Early Bird Pricing for the Package is:
Member Package:$310
Non-Member Package:$510
Student Member Package:$260
Student Non-Member Package:$360
Retired Package:$260
Early Bird pricing lasts until July 25. For more information and to register Click Here
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| Save the date - Nostalgia Night June 27!!! |
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You won't want to miss this year's Nostalgia Night, aptly named "Tuning in to the Past," with SPJ Cleveland board member and longtime WTAM morning anchor Tom Moore and other Cleveland radio personages. We'll be hosted once again by Bill Barrow, curator of the Cleveland Press Collection and other historical artifacts at the Cleveland State University library, whose knowledge of Cleveland media history is plentiful.
So come along, munch on free food and listen to inside stories of the Cleveland radio scene from years gone by. Also, if you're an SPJ member, you can participate in our annual meeting and the election
of a new board for 2013-2014.
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When: June 27
Where:Cleveland State University special collections area, home of the Cleveland Press Collection.
Cost: Free, with a light supper provided.
Stay tuned for more information as the date comes closer.
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| Job opportunities |
Thanks to Kelly Blazek for her dedication and commitment in seeking out many of the jobs posted below.
To receive Kelly's full newsletter (we only excerpt media-related jobs) see the separate box headlined Cleveland Job Bank below.
EATON - COMMUNICATIONS GENERALIST Diversified power management company Eaton, has an opening for an entry-level Communications Generalist to be based in Beachwood, Ohio, and working on external communications and media relations. The External Communications Generalist will assist and help develop communications materials to support Eaton's global media relations activities. These include media measurement, publicizing corporate and business initiatives and achievements, and assisting in building Eaton's image and reputation in global markets. This position will report to the Manager, External Communications, and will work closely with all members of the External team on national, international and sustainability issues. The position will provide support for multiple ongoing External Communications activities, including web programs, informational materials and social media opportunities. The position will provide assistance on a broad range of external communications, media relations and measurement initiatives. Media relations activities include: writing and pitching news releases; interacting with journalists on standard or straightforward requests; developing and maintaining media materials such as fact sheets, officer biographies, etc.; creating and posting social media information; developing and managing media lists; evaluating media coverage and performance to strategic goals; and preparing survey and information forms.
The position will also be involved in related programs and initiatives such as: updating and developing global web content for Eaton.com and the intranet; contributing content for External Communications programs and PowerPoint presentations; supporting media training and emergency preparedness initiatives; and providing media measurement, monitoring and distribution assistance.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Communications, Public Relations or Journalism. Minimum of two years of company or PR agency communications experience. Minimum 1 year media relations experience. Exceptionally strong written and verbal communications skills.
Position Criteria
Demonstrated success in media relations, relationships and placement of coverage. Solid editing and proof reading skills. Strong work ethic with high standards and the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team. High energy and enthusiasm to pro-actively seek opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration within the communications function. Attention to detail, project management and prioritization skills, with ability to understand bigger-picture impacts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related applications
GREATER CLEVELAND PARTNERSHIP - COSE SENIOR CONTENT MANAGER collaborates with marketers, product managers, designers, copywriters and developers to create and manage content that is desirable, usable, sharable and discoverable. Identify,manage and structure engaging and contextually appropriate content for the COSE brand, products and services across multiple market segments and engagement points. Responsible for keeping their finger on the pulse of how and where content performs, recommending enhancements and course corrections as a project lives and breathes in a digital environment, so that content remains valuable to users and continues to pay off on our content and campaign objectives. Often mentors and educates others on the importance of content strategy, while staying abreast of developments and emerging platforms in both content and social media. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Create content strategies to define the what, how much, when, where, why and how for digital content across multiple channels * Brainstorm with integrated teams to guide and shape concepts * Lead or participate in content-related stakeholder interview identification, planning, facilitation and analysis * Assess existing content to identify strengths, weaknesses, gaps and inconsistencies, as well as opportunities * Educate internal teams about why content strategy and social media matter to our work and our stakeholders. Provide thought leadership to develop POVs on key issues like search, sharing, user-generated content, and content distribution * Design content that is structured and optimized for effective search, publication, and distribution * Identify common content requirements and publishing schedules for content distribution, publication and sharing * Identify opportunities for content and social media testing and measurement * Outline content maintenance processes and gain maintenance stakeholder buy in. Monitor and evolve ongoing processes * Develop and document editorial calendars: content & engagement points * Identify new business opportunities * Other job-related duties as assigned. Create engaging social media content in alignment with corporate strategy and platform-specific opportunities Manage content engagement across all vehicles, maintaining the highest standards of brand voice and personality ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Ensure focus on COSE core values (Sincere, Helpful, Accessible, Resourceful, Responsive) as part of COSE "Member First" Approach. - Attend COSE University trainings and complete COSE University coursework in a timely manner to ensure and maintain current knowledge of COSE services, products, programs, engagement skills and expectations. - Attend both COSE and external events as required to engage with prospects and members. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience - 7+ years of experience in marketing, communications and content management - Experience managing people
- Demonstrated critical thinking and strategic planning - Exceptional listening and interpersonal skills (outgoing and engaging personality) - Exceptional organizational and time management skills - Enjoys working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Experience working with content organization, presentation and distribution - Understanding and experience with social media platforms for business use - Passion for supporting small businesses achieve their idea of success - Experience with a membership organization. - Experience managing volunteers and/or serving as a volunteer to a membership organization - Community/local involvement or engagement a plus - Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Experience working with small business owners - Experience with a membership organization - Proficiency in Spanish a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - May be required to work more than 8 hours during a workday - Sitting for long periods of time - Limited travel/driving required - Significant manual dexterity for keying in data for long periods of time SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS: - Must be available to work occasional off-hours - Must be available during standard business hours - Incumbent has the flexibility to schedule activity with the approval of supervisor - Aspects of this position may be performed from a remote location with the approval of supervisor. For more information and to apply
COSE - SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER - The Senior Marketing Manager for COSE will develop successful, creative, and targeted programs that have a clear impact on the growth of COSE and its customers/members. Must have strong strategic skills and experience, but still love to be hands-on, and able to develop ideas and grow programs while managing a team and stewarding our brand. This role will focus on results by developing metrics, evaluating program performance, and adapting them as needed in order to meet or exceed goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Create, manage and execute marketing plans across the team and organization that tie to our core strategic initiatives. * Work closely with product managers, sales and the marketing team to understand program objectives in order to develop strategic marketing plans in support of organizational goals. * Lead and steward the COSE Brand Strategy to guide all creative and communication executions with clear direction and consistency - creating ongoing COSE brand value. * Manage and mentor marketing team members to each of their best talents and abilities. * Manage COSE web properties, across multiple products, services and content offerings. * Lead the trial and use of innovative marketing vehicles and solutions across organization. * Plan, own and oversee the marketing budget for all relevant marketing programs and initiatives. * Strategic thinker - capable of assessing complex business challenges, applying critical reasoning and offering creative solutions that drive results. * Collaborate with peers to set marketing strategies, goals and continually improve the processes and success of the marketing team and organization. * Manage external partners, vendors and consultants. * Measure the success of marketing programs and vehicles. * Contribute to the overall thought leadership of the marketing team and its ability to exceed expectations. * Develop and deliver insightful presentations to the organization, committees and board. * Other job-related duties as defined. COSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ensure focus on COSE core values (Sincere, Helpful, Accessible, Resourceful, Responsive) as part of COSE "Member First" Approach. - Attend COSE University trainings and complete COSE University coursework in a timely manner to ensure and maintain current knowledge of COSE services, products, programs, engagement skills and expectations. Confidential, Greater Cleveland Partnership Senior Marketing Manager - Position Description Created April 2013 Page 1 of 2 Develops targeted product offerings and marketing campaigns based on customer segmentation, needs and engagement points.  - Attend both COSE and external events as required to engage with prospects and members. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience - 7+ years of experience in marketing, communications and web management - Experience in providing strategic and hands-on expertise supporting cross-functional teams - Experience developing and implementing social media marketing campaigns - Experience managing people - Demonstrated critical thinking and strategic planning - Exceptional listening and interpersonal skills (outgoing and engaging personality) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Passion for supporting small businesses achieve their idea of success - High proficiency in marketing technology and automation tools - Digital and mobile marketing experience preferred - Experience with a membership organization. - Experience managing volunteers and/or serving as a volunteer to a membership organization - Community/local involvement or engagement a plus - Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Experience working with small business owners - Experience with a membership organization - Proficiency in Spanish a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - May be required to work more than 8 hours during a workday - Sitting for long periods of time - Limited travel/driving required - Significant manual dexterity for keying in data for long periods of time SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS: - Must be available to work occasional off-hours - Must be available during standard business hours - Incumbent has the flexibility to schedule activity with the approval of supervisor - Aspects of this position may be performed from a remote location with the approval of supervisor. Apply Here
INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS AMERICAS ADVISORY - ERNST & YOUNG Info and apply here COMMUNITY INFORMATION MANAGER - MEDINA COUNTY AUDITOR Entry level community relations/public relations marketing position.
Primary Responsibilities
Research, write, edit and update content on www.medinacountyauditor.org;
Prepare and distribute materials electronically;
Research and write press releases regarding office programs;
Full responsibility for a quarterly newsletter;
Monitor and produce original material for blogs, social networking and reference websites on topics related to Auditor Office programs;
Attend and participate in community organizations related to Auditor Office functions;
Plan, prepare and produce community events and interactive events related to Auditor Office functions;
Full responsibility for weekly and monthly mailings to constituents relating to specific programs of the Auditor's Office;
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
Possess a bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, public relations or related area or three years of experience in the field
Excellent writing skills for both online and offline audiences;
Excellent interpersonal communications skills with strong emphasis on ability to work collaboratively across a diverse spectrum of office responsibilities;
Experience in the following highly desirable: ability to hand-code basic HTML, website design and usability, email campaign and outreach strategies, website content management systems, corporate email distribution/tracking tools, Google apps, social media best practices, Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
E-mail resumes to: auditor@medinacountyauditor.org
SENIOR DESIGNER - VIVIDFRONT VividFront is a small, fun and experienced agency that drives big results for its clients. You'll join a culture where you'll be respected and given the freedom and flexibility to balance work and life. We have an "unlimited" vacation/paid-time-off policy. As long as you are doing your job and your work is getting done, we don't care if you need to run an errand during the day or take a long weekend for a mini vacation. As Senior Designer, you'll be part of a small and nimble creative team working on well-known national brands and recognizable regional businesses. Our creative team is led by one of Cleveland's most senior and seasoned creatives, with 40 years of design, direction and writing experience. Your work will span between both Digital (~90%) and Print (~10%), with a large focus on web design and cutting-edge web technologies for mobile and tablet experiences. We have strong web development capabilities, so you won't ever be asked to code or program. However, we do view design as much more than pixels and paper. You'll be expected to play a critical role in the strategy and execution plan of any project. As a designer, we're ultimately paying you for your opinion. We want your voice to be heard and expect you to question things you don't think are being done right. Qualifications -A portfolio which can be sent by PDF or viewed at a URL - 3 to 5+ Years of experience - Experience working in unison with a marketing team is preferred but not necessary - Proficiency in the standard design programs such as PhotoShop, Illustrator, etc Apply to: hiring@vividfront.com NEWSPAPER PAGE DESIGNER/EDITOR/REPORTER - CHAGRIN VALLEY TIMES You've probably been told that newspapers are dead or dying, but not at the Chagrin Valley Times, Solon Times and Geauga Courier. We anticipate creating a new position for a professional journalist with quality experience in page design (InDesign), editing and reporting to join a staff for a group of newspapers growing in circulation. The successful candidate will work in our Chagrin Falls office to help produce newspapers named the best weeklies in the state by the Ohio Newspaper Association, including an 18-time Hooper Award winner in the Chagrin Valley Times. Help us get even better with your skills. Send a resume, page design and reporting/editing clips, and references to editor@chagrinvalleytimes.com.
COPYWRITER - STERLING JEWELERS - Info and Apply Here
, a 10-year-old Cleveland-area based non-profit organization is hiring a part-time development director to launch a new fundraising initiative and membership campaign to support its nationally recognized programs. Project EverGreen's key programs include GreenCare for Troops and GreenCare for Communities. These programs promote the environmental, economic and lifestyle benefits of green spaces and serve to bring communities together through the revitalization of neighborhoods and public areas. The Development Director will work in conjunction with the Project EverGreen staff to build new and cultivate current relationships with prospects, donors, foundation and other stakeholders focusing on major gifts.
Experience & Abilities
*Builds and administers a broad direct mail program and process
*Prioritizes and administers special events that enhance development
*Oversees federal grant and corporate proposal processes
*Identifies and cultivates individual and corporate donors
*Networks and collaborates with other organizations to enhance the profile and further development goals of Project EverGreen
Requirements
*BA/BS or equivalent with three to five years in a non-profit development setting. CFRE preferred
*Position based in Mentor, OH; 25 miles East of downtown Cleveland
Skills
*Demonstrates computer literacy
*Proficient with grant writing and reporting
*Ability to plan and budget
*Demonstrates working knowledge of donor software database systems
*Exhibit excellent phone, people and networking skills.
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Cleveland Job Bank
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Check Kelly Blazek's website for advice on job-hunting and details on jobs in marketing, public and media relations, development, media, graphics/web design and more. Many of the jobs listed at left are reprinted from Blazek's newsletter.
To subscribe and get the full list (we only excerpt journalism-related jobs), email Cleveland Job Bank. For more information, go to the website. Also see the website for listings of out-of-town job search websites.
Please Note: The jobs on Blazek's list are ONLY in communications related occupations.
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Laurie Mitchell Marketing & Communications
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Laurie Mitchell Marketing & Communications Executive Search
has been retained for the following assignments:
- Director of Communications/Travel & Tourism/Youth Marketing
- PR Agency Account Director w/financial communications and/or healthcare experience
- Interactive Art Director
- Digital/Inbound Account Manager/HubSpot/Google Analytics
- Marketing Associate/Pharma/Healthcare
- Manager of Marketing Communications & Internal Communications/Frederick MD
- PR Agency Account Executive/Toledo
To apply for any of these current searches, please email your resume as a single Word file to MitchellCo17@aol.com
www.LaurieMitchellCompany.com
216-292-9936
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Summary
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Deadline to apply for
Excellence in Journalism Scholarships
More information below
THIS WEDNESDAY May 1
Press Club of Cleveland Managing Multimedia - and Yourself More details below
THIS FRIDAY
May 3
Eye on Ohio Launch Party
Visible Voice Books
1023 Kenilworth Ave.
Tremont
5:30 to 10 p.m.
more info at left below
May 16
Central Ohio SPJ
Founder's Day
with speaker Mike Curtain
6-9 p.m.
Ohio State University Fawcett Center in Columbus
more info below
May 16 Association of Health Care Journalists and
Alliance for Health Reform
Will Ohio meet the health insurance exchange deadline?
and other Affordable Care Act issues
6 p.m.
Cleveland State University
Levine College of Urban Affairs
2nd floor, Bonda Room
more info below
May 31 Word Lovers Writing Weekend Idlewyld Bed & Breakfast more info below
June 5 Press Club of Cleveland Building a Cross-Platform Strategy More details below at left
SAVE THE DATE!! June 27 Nostalgia Night SPJ Cleveland Chapter Cleveland State University more info below at left
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DEADLINE MONDAY !
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Scholarships available to help you attend EIJ conference
You may be able to attend EIJ 2013 in Anaheim, Calif., Aug. 24-26 and have your registration covered! Excellence in Journalism offers three different types of scholarships for qualifying applicants to attend the conference.
Terry Harper Memorial Scholarships:
Up to five scholarships are available to SPJ members. Deadline to apply is April 29.
Diversity Leadership Fellows Program:
SPJ is committed to increasing diversity throughout the Society including within national committees the national board of directors. Those who win a fellowship gain are immersed in education as well as spj and part of that is attendance at the annual conference. Application deadline is April 29
Robert D.G. Lewis First Amendment Award:
The Lewis family has contributed an award that helps a student SPJer to attend. The winner will be someone who has shown outstanding service to the First Amendment through journalism. Application deadline is April 29
For more information and to join SPJ
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| 2013 Word Lovers Writing Weekend - May 31 |  |
It's time for the 2013 Word Lovers Writing Weekend. Join former SPJ Cleveland president and travel author Claudia Taller with writers in residence - novelist Robin Yocum, freelance writer Mary Mihaly, and poet/dancer Mary Bodnar -for a weekend filled with the beauty of Idlewyld Bed & Breakfast and the joy of writing. This year's workshops include:
- Chose your best projects
- Fiction workshop
- Poetry workshop
- Non-fiction workshop
Novelist Les Roberts, a Word Lovers favorite, will be available for critique sessions on Saturday.
When: May 31 through June 2
Where: Idlewyld Bed & Breakfast at Lakeside
Cost: $169/weekend without room, $239/weekend for shared room, $329/weekend for private room.
Thursday's overnight stay is $50. All meals Friday noon through Sunday noon, except Saturday dinner, are included
To Register: Reserve your space by contacting Claudia Taller at claudia.taller@yahoo.comor at 440-554-6406. A $50 nonrefundable fee will hold your space until May 1, with the balance due by May 15. Late cancellations are subject to penalties. Sign up by April 15 and save $25. Payment should be sent to 26408 Chapel Hill Drive, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070.
For more information click here
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Mike Curtin to speak
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Former Columbus Dispatch editor turned state representative for the 17th district, Mike Curtin, will be the keynote speaker at Central Ohio SPJ's "Founders Day" May 16.
Curtin rose through the ranks at the Dispatch for 38 years before he became part of the political process. He will share how his outlook has changed during this process as well as thoughts on the current metamorphosis of media as an industry.
When: May 16, 6 - 9 p.m..
Where: Ohio State University Fawcett Center
2400 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43210
Cost: $25 for students, $30 for members and $35 for non-members.
Reservation deadline: May 10.
For more information and to register
click here
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Members' Milestones
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THIS WEDNESDAY
Press Club workshops:
Adapt to a cross-platform world
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Join the Press Club of Cleveland for a series of workshops geared to help you adapt to a cross-platform news and information world.
Once a month, Mastering Multi-Media Communications will offer a group learning experience led by a working media professional and designed to teach the skills you need to master cross platform communications.
When
Managing Multimedia -- and Yourself - Wednesday, May 1, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Building a Cross-Platform Strategy - Wednesday, June 5, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m
Where CLICK HERE for location information
Cost
Press Club members: $80 per workshop
Non-members: $125 per workshop
Non-members can save by joining the Press Club of Cleveland and pay the member cost to attend.
For more information and to register Click Here
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Will Ohio be able to meet
the Affordable Care Act's
insurance Xchange deadline?
If you're a journalist who covers health care, please join the Cleveland-Akron chapter of the Association of Health Care Journalists and the Alliance for Health Reform on May 16 for a press briefing.
According to the 2010 health care overhaul law, all states must be ready to enroll millions of people in insurance exchanges. If they are not, the federal government will step in.
Ohio Gov.John Kasich
is still hoping to expand the state's Medicaid program and is committed to seeking federal help with the state's insurance exchange. He has less than a year left to do so and is encountering strong resistance from the Ohio General Assembly.
The panel will discuss:
- What information do the states still need about how the federal and partnership exchanges will work?
- How much latitude will the states have to handle eligibility for Medicaid and to make sure that people transitioning between Medicaid and subsidized private insurance in the exchanges won't have gaps in coverage?
- Can the federal government can be ready with its own exchanges?
- Will insurers be ready on time?
The panel will include:
Moderator: Marilyn Werber Serafini, communications director and health policy adviser, Alliance for Health Reform, a nonpartisan, nonprofit health policy group based in Washington, D.C.
Sarah Dash
research faculty associate at Georgetown University's Health Policy Institute
Randall Cebul
director of the Center for Health Care Research and Policy at MetroHealth, and professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Richard Browdie
president and CEO, Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging
Sarah Jane Tribble
health care reporter, The Plain Dealer, will suggest story ideas and tips on writing about the health law changes.
When:
May 16, 6 p.m.
Where:
Cleveland State University
Levine College of Urban Affairs
(Bonda Room - 2nd Floor)
2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 22115.
Parking in the garage gives you direct access to the building (cost is $8). There is also plenty of free street parking starting at 6 p.m.
Please RSVP to Eileen Beal 216-320-1358 eojb@visn.net
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SPJ head office hiring awards coordinator
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 The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation's largest and most broad-based member association for journalists. We are dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty. To accomplish this, SPJ hires smart, energetic individuals who are hell-bent on improving the Society's offerings and operations - while making a name for themselves. After training, we get out of the way and give them the freedom to do just that.
We are hiring an Awards Coordinator, and we want this:
- Someone who is so organized, they know the birthdays and anniversaries of all their relatives.
- Someone who can jump from task to task with cat-like nimbleness.
- Someone who gets along with just about anyone.
- Someone who always thinks they are the smartest in the room, but isn't demeaning to others despite having intellectual superiority.
- Someone who asks lots of questions, but knows when to shut up and get to work.
- Someone who doesn't take himself or herself too seriously.
- Someone who cares deeply about the quality of their work.
- Someone who isn't a wimp.
Basics: The Awards Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing the Society's many awards programs.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as primary contact for SPJ awards programs. These programs include: Mark of Excellence Awards (college student awards), Sigma Delta Chi Awards (professional awards), and other awards that are presented annually.
- Prepare and maintain a yearly schedule for the SPJ awards program.
- Develop timelines for each awards program.
- Ensure that each program remains on schedule, which includes the management of member volunteers.
- Work with our IT firm to manage and enhance SPJ's proprietary online awards platform.
- Coordinate all site logistics for three awards banquets including developing scripts for each of these events. (Sigma Delta Chi Awards Banquet, Mark of Excellence Awards Luncheon and President's Banquet)
- Maintain a database for each awards programs to include judges, entries, and the tracking of awards submissions
- Manage all facets of an awards program, including logistics, promotions, marketing, communications, and planning. This will involve coordinating vendor and volunteer responsibilities.
- Prepare and monitor program budgets to ensure that each program remains within budget. Review all bills and expenditures. Code each properly for financial records.
- Serve as a resource for internal and external awards information inquiries.
- Provide assistance to local chapter leaders seeking information on local contests.
- Assist the programming department with program logistics such as processing registrations and preparing materials
- Oversee the annual Legal Defense Fund Auction (both live and silent) - includes securing items, preparing for sale and coordinating auction events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and follow each carefully from inception to completion.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Strong organizational skills are a must.
- Persistent self-motivator who can work with minimal oversight and achieve team goals on a consistent basis.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and successfully motivate a wide variety of individuals.
- Strong computer skills, with the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases.
- Some local and national travel will be required.
The Society of Professional Journalists is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. SPJ will apply its diversity mission to hiring with a written policy and approach to:
- Actively seek diverse candidates
- Advertise broadly
- Craft job descriptions to be inclusive
- Include diverse candidates within the interview pool
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MARKETING INTERN - WEATHERCHEM Info and apply here
SEARCH MARKETING INTERN - MARCUS THOMAS Info and apply here
MEDIA PLANNING INTERN - MARCUS THOMAS Info and apply here
RESEARCH INTERN (SUMMER 2013) - FUND FOR OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE Tracking Economic Investment in Northeast Ohio
The Fund for Our Economic Future ("the Fund") seeks a part-time, summer intern to gather data on investments in areas such as: adult workforce, entrepreneurship, business support, attraction, expansion and retention and emerging (innovation-led) cluster development. The intern will report directly to the Manager of Research, Grants and Evaluation. Subject to his or her availability, interest and skillset, the intern's activities may include but are not limited to:
- Collect and revise data on state and federal and private philanthropic investment
- Conduct outreach to member foundations (via phone calls, email) to request information regarding the grants these foundation have made since 2011
- Input and organize data into the Fund's "Bottom Right Impact" database
- Where applicable, geo-code and map data by county
- Assist with other research projects as applicable, including online engagement/ blogging around "What Matters to Metros"
Schedule and Compensation
- Approximately 20-30 hours per week between early June and late August (flexible).
- Stipend may be available ($10/hr) in addition to travel-related reimbursement. Please inquire.
Qualifications
Preferred candidates will have familiarity with or proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access or general experience with database management or data-sharing; Geographic Information Systems (GIS); good written and verbal communication; the ability and confidence to work independently and problem-solve; and have the interpersonal skill and confidence needed to pick up the phone and speak with people at various foundations about the project. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in urban or regional economic development, geography, economics, non-profit management, information technology and/or finance. Familiarity with Northeast Ohio non-profits, federal grants issued through the EDA and/or Ohio Economic Development programs (e.g. Ohio Third Frontier) is a plus.
Additional Background
Since 2010, the Fund has tracked dollars that it helps bring into the region either directly or indirectly through its own grantees and partners. In order to understand even more about investments flowing into the region, how and where they are directed, in 2012 the Fund created a database called "Bottom Right Impact". It is our hope that this database proves a valuable source of information for private and philanthropic investors alike to understand the economic development landscape, where the region might be over- or under-invested, and ultimately how partners can inform a regional economic competitiveness strategy that benefits the people of Northeast Ohio.
If interested, please send resume, cover letter and contact information of two references to:
Emily Garr (egarr@futurefundneo.org) no later than Monday, May 6, 2013.
MARKETING GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP - KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
The Kent State University (KSU) Department of Recreational Services announces a Marketing Graduate Assistantship for Fall 2013 through Spring 2014 (two consecutive semesters, with the potential to be renewed for an additional year). The Marketing Graduate Assistant will assist the Marketing Coordinator with the administration of the Marketing Area. This position will require working a flexible schedule, including non-traditional work hours. Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, supervising the student marketing staff, developing and executing communication pieces, assisting with the continued engagement of the department's online presence and contributing to the development, management and promotion of all special events. For more information visit here
HEIGHTS OBSERVER - INTERN- The Heights Observer is a hyper-local, citizen-driven community news program that serves Cleveland Heights and University Heights, Ohio. Published by the nonprofit, FutureHeights, the Heights Observer is a monthly print newspaper, weekly e-newsletter and website, www.heightsobserver.org.
General duties of this full-time or part-time internship include covering local city council meetings and community events, writing and editing news stories, publishing stories to the Web and e-news, creating audio/video podcasts, and working with local organizations to help them tell their story.
Qualifications: Two years of journalism studies; experience in working with volunteers; excellent written and verbal communication skills: proficiency with digital media; self-directed, ability to exercise independent judgment and take initiative. Familiarity with the Heights communities is preferred.
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Work schedule is flexible and will vary depending on events and projects.
Deadlines:
Fall Semester: Sept. 30
Spring Semester: Dec. 1
Summer: May 1
Contact: submit resume, clips and references to:
Deanna Bremer Fisher
Executive Director
FutureHeights
2163 Lee Road - Suite 103
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
dbfisher@futureheights.org
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP - POSITIVELY CLEVELAND - Info and
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 Writer's Week is a service of the Cleveland chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. This e-newsletter is edited by Carrie Buchanan, assistant professor, Tim Russert School of Communication & Theatre Arts, John Carroll University, and assistant editor Elaine Wilson, who is studying editing and design.
Please send news items and job & internship postings to spjcleveland@gmail.com
Street Address: Cleveland SPJ, 4337 Chanticleer Drive, Fairview Park, Ohio 44126-1906
Chapter email: Cleveland@spj.org
President: Cheryl D'Mello
Chapter web site: www.spjchapters.org/cleveland/
The Society of Professional Journalists works to improve and protect journalism. SPJ is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior. Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi and based in Indianapolis, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed public, works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists, and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and of the press.
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