Job Description

The Director, Marketing and Communications, provides and implements a strategic and integrated marketing and communications plan for the Division of Health Sciences (DHS) and the University of Nevada School of Medicine (UNSOM) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). The Director develops, leads, implements, and manages a plan designed to provide consistent visual identity, organizational voice, and institutional messaging on health science matters. An integrated marketing plan increases, strengthens, and improves internal and external relationships with constituents and stakeholders, generates revenue, and increases patient base for the clinical practice of UNSOM, and increases philanthropic giving for UNSOM and DHS. The position acts as chief communications officer and spokesperson on statewide UNSOM and DHS public relations matters and serves as liaison with communications peers at the University, affiliated hospitals, community partners, and other organizational stakeholders. The Director is responsible for staff supervision and budget management. The position reports to the Vice President, DHS/Dean, UNSOM.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution with emphasis in journalism, advertising, or marketing and five years of experience in marketing, public or media relations management or integrated marketing or a Master’s Degree and three years of experience.

Contact Information for this Position

For inquiries regarding esearch, please contact Marlies Radtke, Recruitment Coordinator mradtke@medicine.nevada.edu For specific position inquiries, please email Stefanie Scoppettone at scops@unr.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants

You must attach the following documents with your application to be considered for the position: resume/CV, letter of application (cover letter), and contact information for three professional references (include name, title, company/organization, phone number, and email address).

Note to All Applicants

A background check may be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation. The University of Nevada, Reno employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

CITY OF RENO (http://www.reno.gov/Index.aspx?page=414)

MARKETING PRODUCTION SPECIALIST

Seeking a creative individual who has a desire to promote recreation services. Candidate must have strong computer skills and preferred experience with Adobe InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop/Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Publisher. The specialist designs and coordinates requests for fliers, printing and assist with design layout on larger projects. Maintains flier racks, bulletin boards and distributes promotional material.

This position requires additional office duties and public relations duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be 18 or older, a high school diploma, driver’s license and six months experience paid marketing, public relations or related experience.

This position is a maximum of 20 hours per week (temporary position without benefits). Pay Range is $9.25 per hour to $11.00 per hour.

A completed City of Reno application is required. Submit applications to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services, Administration Office at 190 E. Liberty Street, Reno.

Deadline to apply: April 23, 2012. For more information, call 334-2260.

Applications may be downloaded from www.reno.gov or picked up and submitted at the Administrative Offices, 190 E. Liberty Street. Call (775) 334-2260 for additional information.

The Glenn Group, one of the state’s largest and premiere marketing communications firms, is currently seeking qualified candidates for a full-time position within the public relations division in the Reno office.

Position:

The Public Relations assistant account executive handles day-to-day activities for assigned clients, under the direction of the vice president/public relations.  The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced creative environment and will be creative, detail oriented, organized, and proactive.

The chosen candidate will demonstrate strong writing skills across a variety of mediums and industries; solid media relationships (statewide and national preferred); knowledge and experience in executing effective social media strategies and tactics with a variety of platforms (please provide examples); understanding of and experience executing community relations strategies including strategic partnership development; and excellent verbal and written communications skills.  Other requirements are listed below.

Qualifications:

• Previous agency work preferred. A minimum of 2-3 years experience in public relations, media relations, community relations or related field. A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, and/or advertising is preferred.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills are mandatory.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:
  • creating and managing social media campaigns.
  • social networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) – strategic uses.
  • online advocacy, writing editorial, community-outreach efforts, monitoring and posting on blogs, and seeding content into social applications as needed.
• Must work well under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to details.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, special events, and holidays.
• Must demonstrate poise, professionalism and teamwork.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database software, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other social media platforms.

Our team is creative, fun loving, passionate and results oriented – not to mention dog-friendly and family-oriented. If you think you’d be a good fit, we invite you to submit a cover letter, resume, work samples, references and salary requirements to:

Tiffany East
VP/ Public Relations
The Glenn Group
775-686-7777
teast@theglenngroup.com

ASSISTANT MEDIA PLANNER

Grey San Francisco, famously effective since 1917 has an immediate opening for an Assistant Media Planner

Grey with 121 offices in 116 cities in 94 countries ranks among the largest global advertising companies.  Grey is a full-service agency for the 21^st century with a total offering that delivers best-in-class brand communications in every channel.  Amid constant change, Grey has one uncompromising focus: to accelerate the potential of their client’s brands with powerful creative ideas across all touchpoints. The strength and success of the Grey network lies in the imagination, passion and creativity of their people.

Grey is seeking a social media enthusiast, someone who tweets, shares music via Spotify, connects through Facebook and constantly reads blogs like Mashable or Perez Hilton.  Curiosity is an essential quality for this entry level position as the media landscape is rapidly evolving. Technology allows infinite campaign possibilities such as integrations with social media, Geo-Location applications, QR codes and Augmented Reality

This key position will provide support to the Media Planner and team.  This role is also essential to the day-to-day running of the media account and requires an individual that works well in a team-based, fast paced, detail-oriented environment. While advanced media thinking is not expected, the successful AMP is resourceful and demonstrates the initiative to participate in advanced projects.

Responsibilities:

• Assist planners in developing media strategy and recommendations.
• Partner with Accounts and Creative teams to ensure efficient trafficking process
• Provide research for and write portions of media Point-Of-Views (POVs) and recommendations considering circulation, audience information, and product usage information to determine whether appropriate choice for use.
• Maintain stewardship of reports including competitive reports using “Nielsen” software to assess media schedules of competitors, interpret data and draw conclusions.
• Prepare flowcharts and budgets for media plan using Excel, PowerPoint, and planning-specific software.
• Review and verify media buys to ensure proper execution
• Meet with sales reps to analyze value and applicability of media vehicles for client media plan.
• Provide research for and write portions of media Point-Of-Views (POVs) and recommendations considering circulation, audience information, and product usage information to determine whether appropriate choice for use.
• Will work in conjunction with team (including Finance) on billing and invoicing to maintain consistent process and assist in keeping abreast of all invoice, billing and delivery issues.

Requirements:

• PC proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• BA or equivalent experience required
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Good attitude and enthusiastic learner
• Strong interest in advertising industry and new media
• Relevant experience not necessary

If interested, please forward your resume to jlee@greysf.com

What more do you need to know?

Grab a good lookin’ pumpkin, carve something crazy, take a picture, and let us see it!

You can send us your picture via our Facebook wall, Twitter feed (using the hashtag #ad2renopumpkin), or link it as a comment on this blog post! We’ll be choosing the winners right after Halloween, so please submit any entries by midnight on October 31st!

Of course there will be a sweet prize up for grabs for the winner!

Anyone and everyone can participate, and feel free to enter more than one photo!

P.S. – Our judges will be very impressed with ad-related carvings..just throwin’ that out there!

COMPANY
IGT

POSITION
Marketing Coordinator

DESCRIPTION

Contractor with an initial 6-month assignment

You’re a go-getter, critical thinker, excellent writer and have a strong work ethic. You’re smart, creative and can manage your time well.

This position is responsible for the creation and coordination of marketing projects. The individual will have daily tasks to complete as it relates to the marketing process, with an emphasis on writing and developing messaging. You will also participate on medium- and long-term projects relating to marketing initiatives and programs that impact the organization.

You’ll work independently, coordinating all aspects of successful marketing communications project execution. You have the ability to complete work that is on time, on strategy and on budget. You’ll be adding value to our work. To be considered, you must be a talented writer and hardworking individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment while exhibiting a keen eye for detail. The ability and desire to think on your feet is key to this position.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Project management: Writes content for a variety of mediums including sales literature, emails, videos and more; gathers art assets for marketing materials and organizes them for the team; supplies the creative teams with detailed scope and instructions; works with the creative and management team to project manage programs and jobs; facilitates approvals from all members of the team; coordinates photo shoots; edits and gathers content and assets for PowerPoint presentations; develops and updates schedules based on input from the team; works with individuals and customers outside the marketing organization to facilitate projects

Management: Attends all internal meetings on assigned projects; communicates daily with team captains to prioritize activity; advises departments of priorities; writes for marketing materials

QUALIFICATIONS:

Great writing skills
Great under pressure
Quick thinker
Self motivated and hard working who can handle changing priorities and multiple tasks
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize projects and coordinate tasks in order of urgency given time constraints
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel
Microsoft Office
Bachelor’s degree
1-3 years of experience in advertising, marketing, PR, journalism; will also consider outstanding candidates graduating from college

Plusses:

Exposure to advertising or PR agencies through internship or work program
Knowledge of advertising and/or print production
Knowledge of gaming industry

Candidates should email their cover letter and resume to Dawn.Fournier@IGT.com

Company – International Game Technologies

Job Category – Marketing

Full Time

Title – Marketing Specialist III

Responsibilities:

Manages and leads the implementation of sales tools and product marketing materials for IGT’s largest product line – Core Products. Visit www.IGT.com/Games to learn more.  Projects you will be responsible for managing and spearheading are product brochures, web content, power point presentations, and publicity stunts for product launches, the writing of creative briefs and video scripts and special projects as needed. An understanding of social media marketing is helpful. The ideal candidate will be creative, possess superior communications and budget-planning skills, and be up to the task of launching products with casino partners, globally. You will frequently engage with sales, product management and the game studios to validate messaging and receive input on needed sales materials. You believe there is no “I” in team and work well with peers.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, marketing, communications or related field

5+ years of experience in corporate marketing with demonstrated career progression

Casino marketing and/or gaming industry knowledge a plus.

All qualified candidates, please submit a cover letter and resume to Teri.Diaz@IGT.com

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Company – International Game Technologies

Job Category – Public Relations

Full Time

Title – PR Manager

Responsibilities:

IGT is looking for a Public Relations Manager to lead company-wide PR strategies and drive global messaging. Supervise and mentor a team of PR Representatives and manage external PR and advertising agencies and related vendors. Build media relationships and develop a media outreach plan. Write and distribute press releases and media alerts. Oversee the coordination of media events.  Work cross-functionally to support PR for product launches, corporate initiatives, technology developments, and achievement of company milestones. Analyze performance data and prepare management reporting relating to campaign results, corporate impact and other important quantitative and qualitative data.

Qualifications:

BS/BA required with a degree in marketing, communications, journalism, English or related

8 years of PR experience and 2+ years of experience managing PR teams
International experience a plus

Expertise in developing and executing PR strategy

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

Creative, able to influence and passionate about influence internal and external audiences

Team player

Interested and qualified applicants must send their resumes with cover letter to: Teri.Diaz@IGT.com

Up, up and away

If you didn’t make it out to the Great Reno Balloon Race this year, you missed out on an awesome weekend. The 30th anniversary celebration was complete with various spectator events, a 9-11 tribute, and of course, the highly anticipated debut of the Darth Vader balloon. We wanted to give major props to two of our members for their work on making this year’s event a huge success. Ad2 Reno’s Tasha Courtney (event coordinator) and Rebecca Wikler (media coordinator) – along with local agency Olsen & Associates and the Reno Balloon Race team – put in hours upon hours and several late nights and weekends worth of work to plan a seamless 3-day event. Great job ladies – all of your hard work definitely paid off!

Calling all mentors!

The ADvantage Mentor Program is up and running for the new school year! We’ve got some UNR Ad Clubbers that are looking for professional mentors, so please let us know if you’re interested. We’ll get you an easy-to-read roadmap and everything you need to facilitate the mentor-mentee relationship. This is a great opportunity to introduce young professionals to our industry and all of the great people in it. Please shoot an e-mail to Rebecca if you’d like to learn more.

TK – Global Kindness

Wondering what our public service client has been up to? While we’ve been working on some new logo designs, Brian Williams and the Think Kindness Crew just got back from their annual trip to Kenya where they donated shoes to thousands of very grateful children. The shoes were collected from students at schools throughout northern Nevada. Not only that, but they brought along LifeStraws – devices that provide the children with clean, filtered drinking water. Take a look at KTVN’s coverage here.

There seems to be a lot going on lately that may be of interest to the many non-profit organizations here in northern Nevada, so this week’s e-newsletter is dedicated to providing you with those resources, in case you haven’t heard about them. In lieu of our normal public service section, we want to share a few things that can further the growth and support of your organization.

One Community grant initiative

Blue Moon Advertising & Promotions has been providing businesses and organizations in northern Nevada with quality promotional materials for 13 years. Every year, they also provide over $100,000 in support to non-profit organizations through discounts, item donations, cash gifts and other services. More information is available through their website and along with the grant application. The deadline to apply is September 15, and selections will be announced October 15.

Bellstrike website support

Bellstrike understands that it can be difficult to successfully maintain a website – whether it be lack of resources, time, manpower or all of the above. That’s why they’re in the business of assisting non-profit organizations with creative solutions that aim to increase engagement, funding and exposure. Bellstrike can help you create a custom, easily manageable website that is built to easily accept donations, allow for social media integration and even incorporate a blog. Initial setup and website hosting is free, and this is a great opportunity to further your brand and online reputation. Visit Bellstrike’s website for more information.

Stumbling for Good

StumbleUpon is a tool for discovering web pages, photos, blogs, etc. that are recommended based on individual interests and lifestyles. They have recently launched “Stumbling for Good,” a program to help increase awareness and website traffic for non-profits. The idea is to introduce people to organizations that they have never heard of and/or wouldn’t think to look for – which goes along with the premise of StumbleUpon. Take a look at the blog to learn about how StumbleUpon has helped the World Food Programme. And if you know of a deserving non-profit or are part of one, find out how StumbleUpon can help you.

Everybody loves Ribs

Ad2sday at the Rib Cook-off = You, Us, Raffles, an awesome BBQ dinner, and LOTS of people to mingle with. We thought it was a pretty sweet deal. Coincidentally, the only day of the week the ever-famous Nugget Rib Cookoff doesn’t fall on is… You guessed it - Tuesday. Having figured that out, we’re switching it up a little this month and hosting Ad2sday on Thursday at Victorian Square. Check out the link in the sidebar to RSVP on Facebook and get all the details. It will be a nice change of scenery, so bring your friends and we’ll see you all there!

A Personal Touch

If you haven’t already heard this story, it’s sure to brighten up your day. You may even need to pull out a tissue or two, if you’re one of those “tears of joy” kind of people (some of us are!). David Calvert is one of Ad2′s very own, and a very talented photographer here in Reno. You may know him, or you may have seen him walking around or taking photos at an Aces game. But if you see him now, you may not recognize him – he cut off 12 inches of his hair. He donated the foot-long ponytail to Locks of Love, in memory of his high school journalism advisor and long-time mentor, who died after years of battling cancer. It’s really an inspiring and heart-warming story, but of course Calvert himself tells it best. Read his full blog post here.

Whose chair is that?

The Nevada Museum of Art is working with DesignMatters on kicking off its inaugural event this October. Here’s the run-down: Teams of 2-4 designers will combine their creativity to design and create a chair. Yes, a chair. I think we’ll all be surprised at what designers from all different disciplines and backgrounds can come up with when a lot of great talent is put together. All entries will need to be dropped off at the NMA between 2 and 3 p.m. on October 20th to be displayed and judged. Take a look here for complete guidelines and to download an entry form.
P.S. – Calvert (yep, the guy from the previous blurb) is looking for a partner!

Join the force

Still looking for that perfect opportunity to get involved? This may be your chance! The AAF District 14 ADDY committee is looking for a couple of Ad2-ers to form an ADDY Task Force to promote the amazing things that are created here in Reno, and help gain recognition for the talented people who create them. It requires some simple production work, and the time commitment is minimal – about 10-15 hours of work, but not until next March when ADDY season is in full swing! We would like to get the committee established ahead of time, so if you’re interested or just want some more information, please contact Rebecca.

Don’t forget to take a look at the minutes from our August Board Meeting!