Job Hunt America

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Chicago event and trade show firm seeks Director of Public Relations to generate media awareness for trade shows, events and conferences. Company is in growth mode within very competitive business climate. Increase reach to target audience by generating national and regional media attention in business, consumer and trade publications. Department is structured as an internal PR agency with client relationships. Reports to SVP, Marcom.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field. 5-7+ years of PR experience (broadcast, print, new media, consumer, trade etc). Must have strong supervisory skills and be able to help staff grow and develop their skills. Must have high-level, national PR contacts and experience forming and maintaining media relationships. Ideal candidate comes from PR agency or trade show, conference, hospitality, art, real estate, luxury goods or retail environments. Candidate must thrive in fast paced, high output environment and give 125% every day. Heavy workload requirement includes evenings and weekends. Experience in working with senior executives is valued. Creative thinker with mature communications style and client service orientation.

Responsibilities:

Candidate will supervise 3 PR managers and one PR coordinator: 30%.

Manage national media relations efforts, including press pitching, media events and pressrooms: 30%. Other PR programs, events and functions and special projects: 30-40%. Competitively position company and products, and develop key messages designed to reach target audiences. Leverage media relationships and pitch stories for all related industries. Coordinate press inquiries generated from pitching.

Develop yearly and seasonal media plans. Develop open relationships with internal departments. Work with marcom dept. to develop and build online press rooms. Manage projects autonomously while working within team structure, show leadership and be proactive. Travel: 3-4 trips/year and extra trips as needed.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:07 PM | Permalink

Are you a strategic thinker? Able to communicate clearly and effectively? Have you supervised communications professionals? Have you used your communications abilities to help facilitate cultural change within a large corporation? Understand the business implications of technology and infrastructure? Want to work for a Fortune 500 company in the Chicago area? Keep reading…

Fortune 500 company in Chicago’s northern suburbs seeks communications manager to provide leadership and hands-on communications support. Candidate will supervise 5 person team within 18 person communications department. Provide internal communications services for technology and operations group. Technical writing is not required. Ability to write clearly about infrastructure and technology from business perspective is valued. 80% writing, 20% staff supervision. Candidate must have prior supervisory experience. 10% travel. Position reports to Senior Manager of Technology and Operations Communications; provides communications support to Infrastructure Services area. New position.

Infrastructure Services (IS) consists of approximately 1000 employees who work in six primary divisions. IS employees support and maintain applications, workstations, systems, servers and network that enable company to run business 24/7, 365 days a year. Infrastructure consists of domestic and international communications network, four server computing platforms, and almost 100,000 desktops.

Background:

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, ideally working in Fortune 500 company, as communications manager. BS/BA degree preferred; major preference: communications, journalism. Computer proficient on MS suite of products.

Required Skills:

1. Intermediate – Able to lead and develop communications professionals.

2. Advanced – Strong desire for creativity and innovation; strong leadership abilities. Proven ability to remain effective in rapidly changing environment.

3. Advanced – Excellent communications skills (oral, written and presentation), organizational and collaboration skills. Expert knowledge of PowerPoint.

4. Advanced – Relationship building expertise and ability to work with individuals at all levels of organization, including senior leaders.

Responsibilities:

Candidate will lead and be agent for cultural change. Work with minimal supervision in team environment with diverse set of colleagues. Develop and deliver communications strategies/tactics/messages to Infrastructure Services department. Candidate must have: excellent oral and exceptional writing skills, ability to develop and implement communications strategies, proven understanding of communications’ role in cultural change, communication consulting, relationship building expertise. Lead team of 4-6 communications professionals to help develop their skills and abilities. Create and execute infrastructure services communication plan. Assist senior department leadership with direct communication, including memos, speeches, speaking points and leadership notes. Write and edit Infrastructure Services-related articles for intranet site. Plan and execute three major internal events (offsite meetings, beginning of year kick off) designed to support goals/priorities/principles. Attend leadership meetings.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:04 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Parttime

Job Description:

This is a PART TIME position. Must be available for early morning, before stores open for service visits in Best Buys and Circuit City . 7:00 A.M- 11:00 A.M- Monday - Wednesday.

Merchandisers service mainly Electronics products in stores such as CompUSA, Best Buy, Circuit City, Staples, Sears, WalMart, Kmart, Target, Office Max, Office Depot, Sams, Costco, Radio Shack, and Regional Electronics venues and more..

• Competitive hourly rates! $10.00 per hour
• Car allowance per store, per visit! Starts at $3.00 for locations within a 25 mile radius of your home.
• Direct deposit!
• A support team of field and office management!
• Great shopping and travel discounts from our PEO (payroll company)!
• Employee purchase programs!

Duties:

Work varies depending on our clients requirement, but generally involves planogram integrity, stock, audits, POP placement, maintenance and set up of displays and endcaps, sharing product knowledge and information with store associates.

Requirements:
• Experienced in use of planograms to set displays
• Basic knowledge of Electronics and Electronics Merchandising preferred.
• Can complete physical aspects of job, climb ladder, bend, stand and lift up to 50 lbs if needed
• Own home PC with internet access and printer
• Basic computer skills and the ability to report projects online
• Must complete projects within a one week window of project dates
• Ownership of digital camera and able to upload pictures to call reports
• Ability to create relationships with store management and sales staff
• Available for early morning, before store opens, Special projects and resets.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:25 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Financial Services- Marketing
Channel Marketing Manager- VP or Senior Associate– SW Suburbs of Chicago
Ref # 0559

Major financial services company, southwest Chicago suburb, seeks Channel Marketing Manager- VP or Senior Associate for division of NY based financial services giant. Client is one of nation’s largest investment management companies. Approximately $138 billion in assets under management or supervision. Top clients include Edward Jones and Wachovia. Company has helped nearly four generations of investors achieve their financial goals with roots in money management dating back to 1927. Some travel. Prefer local talent. Relocation support provided. Report to VP, Head of Channel Marketing. Immediate hire!

Qualifications:

4-6 years of experience in financial services marketing, or combination of marketing and sales. Bachelor’s degree; MBA a plus. Must have deep knowledge of clients and product knowledge. Ideal candidate is player-coach; able to grow into management position. No direct reports. Must be a self-starter, strategic contributor and excellent marcom project manager. Excellent negotiator and well developed persuasive abilities. Candidate to be immediate contributor.

• Experience working with Wholesalers and Financial Advisors.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Willingness to travel to sales meetings and client meetings; mostly St. Louis and Carolinas.
• Effective problem solver who seeks excellence and continuous improvement in his/her work.
• Track record of meeting rapid-pace, demanding client needs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time, effectively prioritize, and be flexible.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Genuine team player who believes in power of collaborative work.
• Experience working with Edward Jones and/or Wachovia are pluses.
• Series 7 licensed helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities:
Work with company’s National Accounts and Sales professionals to formulate communication strategies, develop sales tools, create marketing materials and execute firm- and channel-specific campaigns. Assess opportunities - SWOT, meet with counterparts on business side, create development plan (50%), build collateral and support (25%), travel, meet with national account managers, maintain website and content for own site, and work with sales force (25%). Ensure that the right message is in the right time and right place. Act as strategic thinker and execute campaigns. Work with channel partners: including warehouse (Merrill Lynch, Smith Barney, UBS). Financial planners (ING, Raymond James etc), regional broker dealers, banks and intermediaries for variable annuities and defined contribution plans..
• Actively contribute to strategy development for channel within cross-functional team with key decision-makers and business leaders.
• Travel to home office meetings with National Account Managers.
• Lead development of firm-specific marketing campaigns in line with company’s goals and objectives for channel; continuously communicate strategies and initiatives to sales force.
• Solicit feedback from wholesalers to improve campaigns; provide timely and relevant communications.
• Create and distribute co-branded print and electronic marketing materials, web content, promotional email communications, due diligence meeting strategy and marketing support, and commentary promotion (print, conference calls or video); promote usage of materials with sales force; monitor effectiveness, literature usage, inventory/fulfillment process, and web sites.
• Continuously communicate marketing strategies and initiatives to sales force.
• Adhere to legal regulations and industry practices regarding marketing of investment management products and distribution of literature.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 04:57 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Located in Northern IL area, this busy manufacturing company is searching for several Swiss CNC Programmers who have a STRONG Swiss CNC screw machining background. Qualified Candidates must have at least 5 years experience with Citizen Swiss CNC screw machines, Star CNC Swiss screw machines, and/or Tsugami Swiss CNC screw machines. You must also have thorough knowledge of blueprints, GD&T, Fanuc controls or Allen Bradley controls, and multiple axis and/or sub-spindled machines. Our client is offering a competitive benefits package, including relocation assistance if needed, for the right qualified individuals. When submitting your resume, please include a detailed list of the Swiss CNC screw machines you have experience with.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 03:28 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Advertising Agency – Chicago
Senior Account Planner-Pharma
Ref #0549

Chicago based healthcare advertising agency seeks motivated, hands-on, innovative candidate for Senior Account Planner position for consumer advertising. Exciting opportunity in growing D-T-C group within top pharmaceutical ad agency. New position because of growth. Pharmaceutical and packaged goods clients; some new business. Work across broad array of marketing disciplines: broadcast media, direct and interactive marketing (CRM), point-of-care (in-office materials). Prefer local talent.

Background:

• 4 to 6 years’ account planning agency experience; Must have background in DTC, CPG or OTC. New product launches a plus.
• Hands on experience in planning at every stage of brand and communication strategy.
• Well versed in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
o Experience with syndicated research (e.g., Nielsen).
• Experience in brand positioning/creative strategy development.
• Interactive (web) research experience a plus (usability research).
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report to Account Director.
• Provide consumer understanding/insights both internally and to clients.
• Key contributor to communication strategy/positioning and messaging development.
• Creative brief development.
• Drive/consult on research related needs both internally and with clients.
• Keep abreast of key cultural and category/business related trends.
• Run idea generating sessions.
• Some travel involved.

Please forward (1) your resume as a .doc, (2) samples of your work, and (3) a cover letter including salary information and stating how you fit the specs.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 04:59 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Graphic Design
Graphic Designer-Print-Need to hire ASAP
Ref # 0546

Chicago area (northern suburbs) manufacturer of high quality hand tools servicing professionals around the world for 150+ years, seeks energetic, creative, self-starting Graphic Designer to join Graphic Design Team. Company markets products through B2B and retail channels. All products manufactured in America. Premium products are the best of class used by professionals.

Culture is hard working, business casual (jeans on Fridays), flat organization. Values creativity and initiative. Company in growth mode; will acquire new businesses. New position. Flexible hours. Company provides competitive compensation and benefits package, including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement and free athletic facility onsite. Must have car.

Reports to Director of Marketing in new in-house department. Local talent. If out of town, must be able to re-locate oneself quickly at no extra expense.

Background:
3-5 years’ experience in design and production in Macintosh operating system, including demonstrated mastery of Adobe Illustrator CS3, Adobe InDesign CS3, and Adobe Photoshop CS3. Competence in Microsoft suite of office applications and Internet applications, including Dreamweaver and Flash, are also required. Priority on print software. Must demonstrated experience and knowledge in all aspects of print production and detail-oriented execution. Work produced in department is of exceptional quality and highly professional (samples candidate would be proud to have in portfolio).
Samples should reflect design excellence in print, collateral, packaging, advertising, merchandising and sell sheets.

Responsibilities:
Work within 10 person marketing department. Create and develop literature, sell sheets, P.O.P. packaging, merchandising materials and website design and maintenance. 90% print, 10% web. Candidate portfolios must include quality production and design samples. Company values high end design and strives to have its advertising (now in house) reflect a new direction to top quality.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:12 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Are you interested in healthcare issues and policy? Do you have 5-8 years of PR/Communications experience from a PR agency or not for profit? Do you enjoy competitive and industry research? Are you on the cusp of the next level of employment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? Read on for an opportunity with a growing PR firm…

Chicago communications agency seeks full-time Consultant for research and strategy within healthcare practice. Boutique agency where everyone plays a role. Smart, hard-working, close-knit, fun culture. Fast paced, client driven environment. Report to Senior Consultant. Four people in healthcare group. Opportunity for well-qualified candidates to grow and go as far as they want. Stable organization. Local talent ideal.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, 5-7 years’ experience in PR or related field. Research experience ideal. Interest in healthcare and policy issues. Top level written and oral communication a must. Accuracy and attention to detail a top concern. Candidates should be able to take initiative and work independently. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment driven by client needs.

Responsibilities: 50% research; 50% client deliverables. Spend 30-35% of time writing research reports, pitch letters, press releases and others. Keep pulse of industry using online and other research methods. Get to know clients’ industries quickly and well. Assist practice leader by applying research to plan development.

Act as consultant to client on issues of reimbursement, insurance, public policy, etc. Clients heavily rely on agency’s counsel. Develop strategy when provided with little information by listening for clues and drawing on knowledge of industry. Pull together as part of team to come up with solution, frequently on tight deadlines. Firm believes there is no “one way” to do things—help find creative answers. Client work includes bylined articles, brochures, presentations, competitive research, training sessions, reputation management, placement tracking, etc...

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Posted by kellyo at 05:00 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Do you have five years of PR/Communications experience? Experience in real estate or financial services? Are you on the cusp of the next level of employment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? Read on for an opportunity with a growing PR firm…

Chicago communications agency seeks full-time Consultant for financial services group. Major client assignments for Fortune 100 company for its highly profitable real estate division. Boutique agency where everyone plays a role. Smart, hard-working, close-knit, fun culture. Fast paced, client driven environment. Report to Senior Consultant/Account leader. Six people in financial services group. Opportunity for well-qualified candidates to grow into account management and go as far as they want. Stable organization. Local talent ideal.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, 5-7 years’ experience in PR. Top level written and oral communication a must. Candidates should be able to take initiative and work independently. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment driven by client needs. Very detail oriented and organized; accuracy and attention to detail a top concern.

Responsibilities: 70-75% media relations, including pitching; 25-30% account management. Spend 30-35% of time writing research reports, pitch letters, press releases and others. Hands-on role includes local and national media outreach, placement tracking, daily report writing.

Must keep up with status of clients’ businesses and industries. Clients heavily rely on agency’s counsel. Develop strategy and execution and draw on industry knowledge. Pull together as part of team to come up with solution, frequently on tight deadlines. Firm believes there is no “one way” to do things—help find creative answers. Client work includes bylined articles, brochures, presentations, competitive research, training sessions, reputation management, placement tracking, etc...

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Posted by kellyo at 04:59 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Marcom Consulting Firm - Chicago
Account Supervisor
Ref #0526

Are you a visionary? Do you thrive working with clients, staff and projects? Are you both an individual high performer and team-oriented? Are you the “go to” person who can help generate the big idea and implement it? Love sales and new business development? Want to work with for profit companies and build bridges between the profit and not-for-profit sectors? Can you build integrated marketing campaigns that benefit from mission driven approaches… all facets of marketing and communications support the company’s core. 6-8 years of experience? Read on…

Chicago-based consulting firm with national clients is expanding due to business growth. Account Supervisor needed to take leadership role on client delivery and new business development.

Consulting firm specializes in relationship marketing; integrated marketing; sponsorship, partnership and affiliate marketing; sales training and consulting; strategic planning and research, and cause marketing for clients in B2B and B2C. Clients include mix of for-profit and not-for-profit, corporations, museums, entrepreneurs, entertainment and home products. Firm provides traditional business and marketing planning and research and has a non-profit/corporate partnership track.

Background:
Candidate has 6-8 years of progressive experience in B2C and/or B2B marketing; solid background in marcom, sponsorship a plus. Excellent project management skills, ability to supervise and mentor staff. Committed to personal and professional growth. Must be passionate about sales and biz dev. Ideal candidate has the unique combination of business, marketing, sales and philanthropy.

About Candidate: Values
Continuous learning to harness personal and professional effectiveness.
Strives to practice principled leadership with emphasis on personal responsibility and accountability. Supports high-performance team culture.

Consultant Training Program
All staff trained in company’s methodology of sales and marketing, including:
-Generating results in an entrepreneurial culture
-Developing strong relationship skills to achieve “trusted advisor” status with clients, colleagues and partners
-Honing sales effectiveness

Responsibilities:
Supervise projects and staff teams. Generate new business. Support staff and president. Bring entrepreneurial mindset to running and growing the business. 50% of time devoted to client deliverables: cause marketing, sponsorships, e-marketing, research, advertising, DM, PR, web, SEO, consulting, events, etc. 50% new business development...

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Posted by kellyo at 06:32 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Marketing Communications
VP-Marcom-Real Estate/Financial Services-Chicago
Ref #0524

Global real estate/financial services consulting company, headquartered in Chicago seeks VP-Marcom to develop, manage and execute all aspects of firm’s integrated marketing and public relations strategy. Must be superb writer. As member of five-person corporate team, candidate will work directly with and report to Co-CEOs. Executive leadership firmly supports marketing and business development. Team based culture. High energy. Analytic thinkers. Light travel, mostly to industry conferences and symposia. 70 employees. Immediate hire!

Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in journalism).
-5-8 years’ (minimum) marketing communications experience.
-Experience working in real estate or financial services field a plus.
-Experience as reporter/writer and in corporate setting.
-Exceptional writing capabilities, including demonstrated experience drafting corporate communications (e.g., press releases and website content) and substantive materials related to the firm and industry (e.g., speeches, presentations, and white papers).
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with exceptional ability to communicate effectively with senior management and external parties, including public relations firms and reporters.
-Excellent time management, organization, planning skills, and work ethic.
-Strong mastery of MS Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe desktop publishing and graphics applications (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator). The latter graphic packages are nice to have.


Responsibilities:
Supervise Associate marketing manager & outside PR agency.
Overall marketing strategy/plan-create and execute.
Branding.
Heavy Writing/Editing-speeches, collateral, white paper etc.
Public Relations.
Event Planning/Organization.
Graphic Design.
Website Management.
Vendor, associations, and other third party relationship-building and management.
Budget.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 07:45 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Software Marketing
Sr Mk Manager
Ref #0523

Do you have strong understanding of the process involved in creating marketing communications/collateral to reach the C-suite? Experience marketing software products? Great project management skills? Experience in the market research industry? An entrepreneurial spirit? Chicago client has immediate need for Senior Marketing Manager. Local candidates preferred. Immediate hire!

Leading provider of predictive analytics software and services seeks Sr. Mk Manager to support global field staff operations. 200 global staff in field sales. More than 250,000 commercial, academic, and public sector customers rely on software, an industry standard.

Background:
Thorough understanding of use of telemarketing, online and offline media, direct response and event marketing. Proven ability to plan and execute third party and multi-partner events.
- 6-8 years’ experience in marketing role, 3-6 years’ Field Marketing experience in B2B, software experience desired
- CRM or market research industry background preferred.
- Excellent planning and program management skills.
- Ability to lead virtual team members in program team environment.
- Flexibility to assist team where needed and a “whatever it takes to get the job done attitude”.
- An understanding of the needs of the sales force.
- Attention to detail, execution and follow-through.
- Excellent professional and interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment a MUST.
- Ability to prepare and deliver major presentations cross-functionally and to senior management within the organization.
- Strong analytical skillset a MUST. Must be able to formulate analysis plans and gather, analyze, summarize and present large quantities of performance data.

Responsibilities:
Develop and implement demand creation programs that drive sales pipeline growth and revenue for product lines and professional services. Reach C-level execs with events, seminars, trade shows, webcasts, etc. 75% of time: project management, 25% hands on.
Identify prospects and grow prospect database, provide executive education, and support target account selling activities. Close co-ordination with sales, account team, and field marketing. 70% supporting market research industry and CPG clients, 30% broader commercial business.

Report to N. America Commercial Field Marketing Director and support Commercial Field Sales Team. Dynamic four-person team works at a fast pace in a constantly developing and changing environment. Work with sales and alliance partners on suspect identification and lead-qualification efforts to facilitate sales success.

Build go-to-market plans following defined strategic plans. Lead implementation of programs. Manage entire process of campaign design and execution, working with creative services, database marketing, and events.

Capture, measure and analyze relevant data evaluate program effectiveness and ROI. Continually develop and test additional marketing and partner channels. 25% travel.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:59 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Direct Marketing-Corporate
Associate Marketing Manager –Responsibilities Equivalent to Mk Mgr.

Chicago area dental supply company (moves to Buffalo Grove, May ’08) seeks Direct Marketing Associate Manager (responsibilities equivalent to Marketing Manager) to contribute to growth strategy. Provide marketing “spark” that will provide lively, fresh, and exciting marketing programs. New job in response to company’s growth. 40 employees, $40+ million in sales. Company sells and distributes consumable dental supplies such as gloves, bibs, filling materials, etc. to dentists and dental offices nationwide via direct marketing. Privately held family business. 50% growth over past six years. Primary sales vehicle is 288-page quarterly catalog. Other tools include monthly sale flyer, internet and monthly DM letters. Base salary + generous package.
Van service available from train station.

Background:

B.A. in Marketing or similar field. 6-8 years’ relevant work experience preferred. Considerable past experience developing and executing programs across variety of direct marketing media. Catalog experience in B2B required.

Knowledge, Experience, Skills

Candidate must portray the following competency skills: leadership, interpersonal, analytical, flexibility, self-direction, financial prowess, attendance.

Computer – General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Experience with Quark Express or other page layout program useful, but not required.
Project Management – exceptional organizational and project management skills. Able to gather, organize, and clearly present detailed information. Must be able to oversee all aspects of project to completion.
Task Management – organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously with appropriate sense of urgency.
Proof reading – review documents for detail.
Negotiation – confer with appropriate outside suppliers to achieve mutually satisfying outcomes.
Excellent Written & Oral Communication Skills –Aptitude for grammar. Prepare reports, marketing materials and compose routine and non-routine correspondence. Provide clear direction to internal and external resources; sound judgment of creative execution.


Major Responsibilities:

Be driver and hub of activity for marketing projects, including quarterly catalog, monthly flyers, selected direct mail and package stuffer programs.

Quarterly catalog (40% of duties)
1. Manage and contribute to process of incorporating content changes and improvements for 1/3 of the catalog (approximately 100 pages). Provide detailed information and direction to internal and/or external creative resources to execute changes.

2. Proofreading group member. Proofread all catalog pages.

3. Catalog committee member, a standing task force that makes ongoing improvements to catalog. Review competitors’ catalogs, product packaging and manufacturers’ collateral materials.

4. Final reviewer, along with catalog designer, of catalog page film proofs.

Sale flyers (30% of duties—9 per year)
1. Work with marketing team to review and seek out promotions for each flyer.

2. Produce flyer. Determine page and space allocation. Develop and organize ancillary copy and content, direct creative staff through design and artwork development process.

3. Develop and maintain program timeline. Work with Marketing Coordinator to manage production process.

Direct mail letters and package stuffer programs (30% of duties)
1. Research and gather product information to help determine and/or support message direction and content; contribute to copywriting and proofreading.

2. Assist with determining targeting criteria and database selections.

3. Develop and maintain program timeline. Work with Marketing Coordinator to manage production process.

4. Monitor stuffer usage and results to optimize planned quantity allocations.

5. Use results, analysis and direct marketing knowledge to refine past programs for subsequent efforts.

6. Proofread all printed marketing materials distributed by company...

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Posted by kellyo at 05:29 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

KARS Brokerage has a position for a highly motivated sales broker agent for the state of Illinois and all across the United States. No need to relocate,

As an agent you will solicit new business by contacting potential customers and promoting our services to them.

You need to have experience in the transportation industry. The ideal candidate will possess: superior customer service skills, established truck following and an established customer base with the proven ability to create new business.

Qualifications:

2-3 years experience in the transportation industry OR at least one year of direct freight broker sales experience. Strong understanding sales/marketing.

Requirements:

Established Customer base.
Established Carriers
Office with a minimum of a fax, telephone and internet
Desire to earn substantial commissions
Willingness to follow KARS policies and procedures and support the integrity of KARS Brokerage.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 05:36 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Marketing Communications
Traffic Manager
Ref. #0518

Chicago event and trade show firm seeks Traffic Manager to facilitate the flow and on-time delivery of projects. Serve as the liaison between marketing communications designers and account executives, other departments, and outside vendors. Company is in growth mode within a very competitive business climate.

Qualifications:
B.A.; 3+ years’ experience in traffic within agency or in-house agency structure. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proofreading and an eye for detail, a must. Must be able to prioritize, multi-task and work with minimal supervision. Excellent organizational and communications skills required. Need proven team player who can diplomatically enforce deadlines, and has the ability to do what’s needed to see projects through to completion. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight, sometimes unpredictable deadlines. Strong computer skills necessary; knowledge of graphic design software a plus.

Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee the timely flow of multiple projects from conception through completion. Confer with key team members to develop a project plan, milestones and required tasks for each project. Develop & maintain time sensitive, up-to-date project schedules, and regularly communicate status of all projects by means of weekly meetings, status reports, and daily updates.

Serve as liaison between internal departments, including Content Management, Creative, Web Department and Production to ensure continuity, timing and accuracy of all projects. Coordinate, facilitate, and manage client presentation materials and all aspects of various types of media: print, interactive, events, and broadcast, e.g. Follow up to ensure project goals are being met, and provide direction and insightful solutions to issues when needed.
Obtain necessary approvals from required departments.

Maintain overall quality by proofing all materials prior to routing and release. Assist with financial reporting. 80% of time managing flow of projects; 5% creating and gathering meeting materials; 5% participating in meetings; 5% proofing materials; 5% ensuring budgets are complete and correct.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 06:38 PM | Permalink

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Public Relations
PR Manager—Art Industry
Ref. #0517

Chicago event and trade show firm seeks PR Manager responsible for generating media awareness for trade shows, events and conferences. Large part of position will be on art industry events. Company is in growth mode within a very competitive business climate. This position responsible for creating ideas and generating national and regional media attention through business, consumer and trade publications. Department is structured as an internal PR agency with client relationships. Reports to SVP, Marcom.

Qualifications:
B.A. in journalism, communications or related field. 3-5 years’ experience in PR. Art industry PR experience a must. National media contacts. Excellent oral and written communications skills required. Need creative thinker who is highly motivated, thrives in fast-paced environment and can give 125% every day. Need top level business management and interpersonal skills. Work well independently and with others.

Responsibilities:
Develop key messaging to ensure media coverage and increase awareness. Main focus will be on art industry projects; some involvement with projects in other fields as well. Manage and maintain media relations efforts, including coordinating planned pitching, press inquiries, press events, and event pressrooms. Establish communications and close working relationships with all internal departments, and provide updates as needed.

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Posted by Joel Tyler at 06:37 PM | Permalink