January 8th, 2015
Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau
Communications & Social Media Manager
Location: Providence
PWCVB Mission Statement:
The mission of the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) is to create vibrant growth for the local economy by promoting, developing and expanding a united convention, meetings and leisure industry.
Position Overview:
The Communications & Social Media Manager reports to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications and is responsible for promoting the city of Providence as a top leisure destination, as well as the cities of Providence and Warwick as an ideal meeting destination, through a communications program that largely focuses on public relations and social media.
Essential Functions:
Manages a public relations program that includes fielding media requests from national media outlets, pitching story ideas, writing press releases and developing other press materials as needed
Coordinates logistics of media visits to the Providence area and hosts those journalists when necessary
Develops and executes a social media strategy for the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) that includes - but is not limited to - Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest
Handles public relations responsibilities for the Rhode Island Sports Commission (RISC), a division of the PWCVB
Works with PWCVB members and other pertinent members of the community to promote tourism-related events occurring in the destination
Serves as a staff writer for GoProvidence.com, collateral material, e-newsletters, advertorials and other projects as needed
Works with other marketing staff members to coordinate special events
Represents the PWCVB at community and hospitality-related events
Requirements:
More than three years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism or a related field
A Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism or a related field
Extremely strong oral and written communication skills
An up-to-date working knowledge of popular social media outlets
Proven experience successfully managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Solid, independent project management skills
Ability to work nights and weekends
Hospitality, tourism, arts or restaurant experience is preferred
Application Process:
Please forward a letter of interest and resume to [email protected] by Friday, January 23. Candidates will only be contacted if selected to take next steps in the interview process..
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November 10th, 2014
SVM (Stauch Vetromile & Mitchell)
Lead Interactive & Print Designer
Location: Providence
Job Description:
Are you looking to leave the big agency grind and work in an environment where your ideas (and you) matter? We are a leading Providence-based agency seeking a smart, talented and versatile lead interactive and print designer to join our growing team.
This position requires the confidence, talent, design versatility / gravitas to lead visual brand identity development and execution efforts across all media (web, print, video, interactive) for an expanding list of established and start-up clients in high-tech, life sciences, professional services. Responsibilities include working with SVM team members and programmers to lead the design, execution and production of day-to-day interactive and print design/production needs.
Job Requirements:
At least 5 years of experience as a graphic designer / art director with a deep working knowledge for web, interactive & print design (and production).
Interest in and ability to work with highly technical, complex subject matter.
Experience at an agency, graphic or web design firm preferred.
Adobe Suite, including, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (Flash and Premier a plus).
Strong organizational skills and ability to oversee/manage multiple projects at once.
Video and animation experience a plus.
Education: Degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, or New Media Studies.
Company Overview:
SVM (Stauch Vetromile & Mitchell) is one of New England’s most well-established marketing communications and public relations firms. Headquartered in Providence, RI, SVM provides branding and public relations services to technology and innovation-driven companies across the US and internationally. SVM’s clients are the companies that are changing the way the world lives, works and plays, and range from VC-funded startups to mature, and publicly owned. SVM’s holistic, team-oriented approach to marketing services ensures that no two campaigns are the same – and every day is a new challenge.
If you are looking for an agency job that has all of the benefits (creative, smart, effective work) and none of the drawbacks (politics, egos, etc.) then SVM might just be for you.
SVM offers competitive salaries, health care benefits, 401K, opportunities for growth and a friendly, dynamic environment.
For confidential consideration, please e-mail, your resume to [email protected] - for subject line add “Lead Website & Print Designer”
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