Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company’s Global Media Relations organization has an opportunity for an experienced professional to join and lead their team as a Media Relations Senior Manager. This leader will plan, coordinate and implement the media strategy for Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), the company’s largest business unit, based in the Puget Sound (Seattle or Renton, WA) region.

The senior manager will report to Boeing’s director of Media Relations and oversee a small team of media relations professionals. The successful candidate will have excellent writing and editing skills and experience working with media in media relations and/or as a journalist. An effective candidate will have experience leading projects or teams in a matrixed organization, collaborating with colleagues globally on proactive and reactive media strategy and managing crisis communications as needed.

This role will ensure integration across Boeing Communications as well as improving processes and use of media monitoring tools and reporting. Applicants must be organized and able to work with competing priorities and tight deadlines. This position will include work outside of standard first-shift hours.

The Global Media Relations team serves as strategic advisers and integrators, responsible for developing and delivering purpose-driven communications to tell our story through local, trade, national and international media.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead a team responsible for proactive and reactive media relations to tell the company’s story; including; developing and executing a strategy to effectively communicate Commercial Airplanes news and company priorities, as well as managing emergent issues and protecting the company’s reputation through factual coverage
• Serve as a company spokesperson for a portfolio of issues, operating with agility in a changing business environment and for crisis communications while ensuring strategic and messaging alignment with key stakeholders
• Perform as a company spokesperson on commercial and regional issues to help protect and enhance Boeing’s reputation, including by fostering relationships with key media and sharing the story of Boeing’s family of commercial products including the 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner, 777X and freighters
• Partner with Communications for Sales, Airplane Programs, Supply Chain and Government Relations, providing Media Relations counsel and support to integrated plans for external communications that meaningfully support business objectives
• Serve as a member of the extended BCA Communications leadership team and provide strategic media counsel and support to senior executives including managing media interviews
• Strengthen company announcements with excellent writing and editing
• Monitor, track and measure breaking news, coordinate reporting/distribution and anticipate potential events and take appropriate action
• Actively participate in BCA Communications forums to share best practices and lessons learned
• Lead on deployment of media training for key spokespeople

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 5+ years of experience in Communications (including, but not limited to: Corporate Communications, News Media, and Public Relations)
• 5+ years of experience with producing, writing and editing multiple communications deliverables such as news releases, statements, feature stories, speeches, videos, social media, etc.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams in a formal and/or informal role
• Experience with communications planning and implementation 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):



• Master's degree in a related field
• Leadership experience (formal or informal) in public relations, corporate communications or journalism
• Experience working with top-tier media and strengthening media relationships
• Experience in externally focused business and/or political roles in complex organizations and a proven track record in strategic communications planning and execution
• Sound judgment in managing high-profile situations and leading complex, high-value and high-impact public affairs projects
• Demonstrated willingness to leverage creativity and innovative resources to tell stories in new ways

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Shift Work:

This position is for 1st shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $164,050 - $221,950

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Experience Level

Manager

Contingent Upon Program Award

No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule 

Full time

To apply:

1. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Weber Shandwick is hiring for the following roles:

• Digital Strategy Intern (Spring 2023) - Detroit - NEW
• PR Intern (Spring 2023) - Minneapolis - NEW
• Influencer Relations Intern (Summer 2023) - Detroit - NEW
• Public Relations Intern (Summer 2023) - Dallas - NEW
• Public Relations Intern (Summer 2023) - Atlanta - NEW
• Media Genius Fellow, Creative Tech (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Media Genius Fellow, Researcher/Writer (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Corporate Issues Intern (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Capital Markets Intern (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Healthcare Communications Intern (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Intern, Employee Engagement (Summer 2023) - New York - NEW
• Consumer PR Intern ( Summer 2023 ) - Boston
• Corporate PR Intern ( Summer 2023 ) - Boston
• Project Management Intern ( Summer 2023 ) - Boston
• Designer, User Experience - New York
• Specialist Paid Planning & Buying (traditional media) - New York
• Associate, Client Experience, Corporate Issues - New York

To apply:

1. Complete the above online application
2. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

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• Team Assistant - Atlanta; Hybrid - NEW



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To apply:

1. Complete the above online application
2. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Job Description:

The Manager of External Affairs develops and supports strategies for creating and enhancing the company and brand image in line with our purpose: A Better World for Pets. This role develops communications intended for key external audiences and opinion leaders such as reporters in traditional and digital media, pet parents, industry group leaders and public officials. The Manager of External Affairs will help identify trends in the external and internal environment (risks and opportunities); use insights gained to formulate a comprehensive strategy for the multi-billion-dollar NA Mars Pet Nutrition business.

What are we looking for?

• 5-7 years relevant professional experience in brand communications with proven success leading, developing and managing communications programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism or associated profession is required, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Proven success in leading communications across multiple brands and businesses is preferred.
• Prior experience in Sustainability Communications is critical.
• Experience as a spokesperson
• Agency experience preferred
• Ability to travel

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Support strategy and planning for U.S. corporate reputation and brand programs
• Lead development and execution of Employer of Choice strategy
• Lead development and execution of Executive Visibility strategy
• Lead issues and crises communications with manufacturing sites; ensuring corporate compliance.
• Partner with Equity, Inclusion & Diversity (EI&D) team to bring EI&D strategy to life, providing strategic counsel and leading all EI&D external comms.
• Lead Mars Petcare food donation programs (corporate & PEDIGREE Feeding Program) in partnership with internal counterparts and manage relationship with Greater Good.
• Manage corporate social media presence and support digital & social media content for brand teams, ensuring compliance with Mars Petcare Marketing Guidelines
• Collaborate with Strategic Business Communications on Internal story telling of external initiatives
• High level of interaction internally and externally-collaborates closely cross functional with key stakeholders
• Serve as primary point person for strategic community partnerships and support Sr. Manager with sports partnership relationships
• Represent Mars Petcare as company spokesperson as needed and support media inquiries as needed
• Provide ongoing strategic counsel to the business
• Develop, edit, and distribute communications materials including press releases, internal story alerts, corporate statements, corporate materials, presentations and speeches.
• Partner with Brand & Purpose Comms leads to support Brand PR initiatives as needed

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

To apply:

1. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Manager Corporate Communications - Strategic Business Communications

Locations: Multiple

Job Description:

The Strategic Business Communications Manager will develop and oversee communication and change management strategies to support our business and unique communication needs of our Supply Chain / Manufacturing Associate population, including front-line workers.

This associate will celebrate our rich history of manufacturing with creativity and fun, and always answer the question, “How do we make this equitable for our manufacturing Associates?”

They will also ensure a consistent and thoughtful Associate experience through the expert use of change communications principles.

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of experience in a high paced corporate or agency environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Education or Marketing.
• This Associate will be a self-starter who understands, recommends and executes proven communication strategies in partnership with our internal communication team, manufacturing site leads and SCLT.
• They will ensure communications to our largest Associate population are aligned to our overarching NA communications strategy in tone, clarity, visual identity and purpose-driven messaging. 
• When done properly, this role will be critical to the growth, engagement and culture of our overall NA Pet Nutrition organization.
• Strong writing skills, change communications / management knowledge, multitasking abilities, ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to navigate a diverse and broad range of issues and situations.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Previous experience/responsibilities should include internal/associate communications in a multi-site or manufacturing organization.
• Ability to build relationships and trust with internal associates and other key stakeholders to reinforce communication. 
• Experience working with manufacturing preferred

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Partner with director of internal communications and larger team to deliver a seamless Associate communications experience for all Associates across NA Pet Nutrition.
• Recommend and execute a comprehensive, strategic communications strategy to meet the unique needs of our NA Pet Nutrition manufacturing network.
• Engage frontline Associates through tailored communications strategies that highlight the critical role they play in our business purpose and long-term growth.
• Recommend, prepare and implement a variety of communications leveraging new and existing channels to reach Associates across multiple locations.
• Celebrate our rich history of manufacturing with creativity and fun and always answer the question, “How do we make this equitable for our manufacturing Associates?”
• Consult with site leadership and SCLT on internal communication needs and assist as needed.
• Identify and develop a consistent drumbeat of manufacturing-focused editorial to highlight the great work of our Supply Chain with all NA Pet Nutrition Associates.
• Leverage the full scale of the internal communication team to deliver a fun, engaging and tailored experience for our Manufacturing Associates.
• Support sites with communications as needed during product launches, milestone celebrations or strategic business initiatives.
• Assist as needed with internal stakeholder site visits.
• Partner with EA team to advise and prepare internal comms needs related to crisis communications.
• Partner with HSE lead on safety communication campaigns.
• Serve as communications partner or lead on regional and global transformation / change communication projects for Pet Nutrition. 
• Support and lead projects as assigned across the internal communications team.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

To apply:

1. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Description

We are looking for a Communications Coordinator to join the HP Corporate Reputation team. The ideal candidate has a passion for driving communications on issues to help HP become the world’s most sustainable and just company. This is a terrific role for someone looking to work at the intersection of business, technology, and social impact. The individual will have a unique opportunity to grow their career at HP. 

In this role you will support corporate reputation initiatives including media relations, strategic partnerships, digital media, and thought leadership work around our innovation agenda and cybersecurity. The candidate is detail-oriented, quick-witted, entrepreneurial, and a strong writer who exhibits an understanding of both traditional and digital media landscapes.

Responsibilities:

• Supports communications initiatives and efforts across Corporate Communications with creative content, messaging, program management, executive visibility, and media monitoring.
• Develop engaging media coverage reports and newsletters to merchandize our work within HP.
• Research, develop, and monitor editorial and industry event calendars.
• Draft reporter briefing documents and speaking briefs for HP executives.

Qualifications:  



• 2 – 4 years of relevant communications experience in a corporate environment 
• College graduate with a BA or BS in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Policy or Business Administration
• Superb writing and editing skills – PowerPoint development, news releases, messaging documents, executive briefing documents.
• Attention to detail when it comes to project management, but also the ability to grasp the big picture and collaborate across business groups, segments and geographies.
• Exceptional project management skills and time management skills.
• Demonstrated adaptability and professional maturity.
• Willingness to roll-up sleeves and get the work done.
• Proven ability to think ahead, engage proactively and take initiative.
• Self-starter, strong problem solver and project owner.
• Excellent team player who is committed, optimistic, enthusiastic, and creative.

Per the California statute, the estimated range of compensation for this job in Palo Alto, CA at the time of this posting, is $75K - $85K. This position may be eligible for incentive pay, for openings where this is applicable.

Per the Washington state statue, the estimated range of compensation for this job in Vancouver at the time of this posting, is $70K - $81K. This position may be eligible for incentive pay, for openings where this is applicable.

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

To apply:

1. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Summer 2023 HP Corporate Affairs Internship

Locations: Houston, TX, Palo Alto, CA, San Diego, CA, Vancouver, WA

About

Innovation is in HP’s DNA. From our origins in a Palo Alto garage in 1939, to our current position as one of the world’s leading technology companies, HP has grown to become a leader in technology and corporate culture, inspiring innovators and entrepreneurs around the globe.

Qualifications

• Rising senior, gradating May 2024 with bachelors degree
• Based in San Diego, CA, Houston, TX, Palo Alto, CA, or Vancouver, WA
• Available 40 hours/week for 12 weeks
• Interest in Communications

Are you the right candidate?

• Creative Genius. You exist outside the box; your thinking and creativity are as varied as your approach to solving problems.
• Passionate. You are passionate about Communications and user experiences and can inspire passion in others to create a shared vision that people can adopt as their own.
• Data Driven. You do not hide behind standard practices but inform your design decisions and refine your work based on data.
• Crave Ownership. You take accountability and do not expect someone else to make the tough decisions for you. You take responsibility when things don’t go as planned, but never fail to share your successes.
• Social Media Mogul. You are on top of current social media trends.
• Cultural Sensitivity. You are sensitized to the cultural differences around the world and factor it into your design thinking.
• Results Oriented. Performance is your heritage and you deliver results regardless of the program, resources and scale.
• Persuasive Communicator. Make cases that are impossible to refute or ignore. Use data appropriately, while tapping into other biases, beliefs, and triggers to get things done.

Based on your skills and what our organization needs, we will match you with the perfect role!

This role can be...

• Helping develop campaigns from brief to launch Innovating what social and digital strategy could look like - then executing it!
• Sourcing and developing content for various internal or external projects
• Partaking in a product launch
• Researching and analyzing a process or program and refacing it

Details

• Two options options based on school schedule

- May 22 - August 11

- June 26 - Sept 15

• $1500 signing bonus $24.73/hour
• In office Internship

To apply:

1. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Porter Novelli is a global purpose communication consultancy with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Canada. Our mission is to work with clients to find their authentic ambition to make a positive impact on society. We craft a unique brand position and build the internal and external communication strategies that drive perception and the bottom line. We know that having a clear purpose is essential to building a customer base that will support and advocate on behalf of any organization in any situation. And we can prove that companies with recognized values and vision perform better, year over year. This is our value proposition and our heritage. It’s what sets Porter Novelli apart. 

About the position

We are looking for raising seniors or recently graduated students who want to kick-start their career in the Public Relations field. This three-month immersive internship program will provide training with top PR professionals. You will be assigned to one of our portfolio teams: Health, Government, Innovation, Food & Agriculture, Consumer & Cause, or Data Systems and Technology. You will be challenged to think differently, to bring diversity of thinking and experience and contribute to purposefully driven strategic communications activities for our clients.

The application process

If you are interested in the Porter Novelli hybrid Summer Internship program, please apply online. All applications will be reviewed, and the top 20 candidates will be interviewed. Our top 10 candidates will be asked to complete a short PR challenge and a writing assignment.

If you are driven, energetic and understand that bringing a great attitude to work is the key ingredient for success then we want to hear from you!

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist in the development of written materials, including press kits, pitch letters, coverage recaps, and general client correspondence
• Media monitoring for relevant trends, brand, and competitor coverage
• Coordinate team meetings, call agendas, team notes, and administrative support for special
• events and/or conferences
• Develop and regularly update media lists and editorial calendars; track media moves and update
• teams accordingly
• Research and vet members of the media and publications; provide recommendations for new
• targets
• Analyze industry and marketplace trends and summarize for teams
• Create and maintain coverage reports and monthly dashboards
• Support multiple account teams with various projects
• Provide additional support to teams and office as necessary
• Participate in office wide initiatives, including professional development and brainstorm
• sessions

The Experience That Comes With Your Success

• You can efficiently organize and manage multiple tasks with a keen eye for details
• Writing comes as second nature to you and in all forms, you express your ideas in a clear and
• concise manner
• You ideally have previous internship experience in a public relations firm or school
• Ability to work full-time (M-F) for the duration of the internship
• Only applicants who are rising seniors or who have graduated will be considered

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18 - 20/hr. Employees from diverse or underrepresented

backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The position is open to interns who want to be hybrid at one of our office locations in the US: New York, Chicago, Atlanta, LA, Seattle, Boston or D.C.

June 5th – August 18, 2023

Our ambition is simple – to become the most passionately recommended agency in the world. If you are a communications professional that shares our Social Purpose values of embracing imagination, collaborating fiercely, digging deeply, standing up for the right idea, liberating greatness and making a positive impact there's a home for you at Porter Novelli—Join Us. 

To apply, please email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

The Office of the Brooklyn Borough President is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as its Social Media Manager within the Communications Department. The Social Media Manager will report directly to the Director of Communications and work collaboratively with the communications team. The Social Media Manager will be the voice of Brooklyn Borough Hall through social media platforms. They will perform a wide range of tasks including, but not limited to maintaining the Brooklyn Borough President’s social media presence to amplifying news and announcements from the Brooklyn Borough President. Monitoring and responding to breaking news, and social media followers, engaging with relevant community-based organizations, elected officials, and city agencies.

Role and Responsibilities

• Managing, drafting, and scheduling all content on all the Brooklyn Borough President’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
• Establishing and updating ongoing, socially aware, and sensitive social media strategies representing the Brooklyn Borough President’s priorities.
• Monitoring and responding to breaking city-wide and borough-wide news relevant to the Borough President.
• Engaging with prominent and partnering community-based organizations, elected officials, and city agencies to communicate news and/or resources from Borough Hall to Brooklynites.
• Researching social media trends and informing management of changes that are relevant to the Brooklyn Borough President’s digital activities.
• Setting key performance indicators (KPIs) for social media strategies, such as targets for a certain number of shares or likes and measuring performance against the KPIs.
• Must be flexible to work nights and/or weekends, as necessary. 

Minimum Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the areas of communications, public relations, digital communications, public affairs, or other relevant fields plus 5 years of experience in social media and digital communications.
• Experience managing multiple social media channels aligned to one brand and/or spokesperson.
• Ability to organically grow social media followers, work well under pressure and prioritize tasks as necessary.
• Analyze the administration’s social media strategy, identify strategic weaknesses, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Working knowledge of social media management software and best practices (i.e., Hootsuite, Open Data Laws, Alt text use).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic graphic design ability is a plus.
• A deep knowledge of the New York City government; and a strong commitment to the values and vision articulated by the Brooklyn Borough President, Antonio Reynoso.

To apply, please email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Golin is hiring for the following roles:

• Summer 2023 Public Relations Fellowship

To apply:

1. Complete the above online application
2. Email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.

Working directly with TrailRunner leadership and senior advisors, Analysts help clients in all industries leverage strategic communications to achieve their objectives in special situations (IPOs, M&A, restructurings, investor issues, regulatory matters, litigation, crises, etc.) and in longer-term engagements focused on priorities including corporate reputation, executive visibility, media relations, investor relations, and issues management. 

In addition to strong writing, research, and analytical skills, success as an Analyst -- and in every role at TrailRunner -- requires an unwavering commitment to helping clients and teammates win. The ability to maintain poise and good humor in dynamic, high-intensity situations is highly valued, given the nature of the work and the firm’s inclusive, collaborative culture. 

Ideal candidates will have less than three years of relevant work experience and possess a combination of personal drive, emotional intelligence, and intellectual curiosity required for career advancement with the benefit of experience and mentoring from senior colleagues.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Support day-to-day execution across the full range of client assignments.
• Draft well-written briefings based on analysis of financial disclosures, legal filings, media coverage, social media activity, and other sources.
• Ensure situational awareness for clients through real-time monitoring of media, social media, analyst, investor, ratings agency, and other signals.
• Drive high operational tempo in all interactions with clients and colleagues. This routinely requires handling client needs outside of normal business hours.
• Coordinate and support media relations, investor relations, social media, and other tactical outreach efforts. With guidance, engage directly with journalists and other influencers.
• Support the development and execution of project plans encompassing media relations, conferences and events, content creation, social media activation, crisis response, issues management, and other workstreams.

Background and qualifications

• Strong work ethic, strong personal ethics, commitment to learning, and commitment to excellence
• Ability to be a builder who can actively contribute to TrailRunner’s entrepreneurial culture
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills
• Experience/comfort working with complex financial, legal, and corporate concepts
• Commitment to mastering the details in every situation
• Ability to organize and prioritize work across multiple simultaneous projects and to play well with others -- especially when time is short, and the stakes are high
• Preferred 1-3 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, journalism, the law, finance, or politics/public policy (relevant agency experience strongly preferred)
• B.S./B.A. in public relations, communications, finance, business, or another related field

To apply, please email resume to nicholasneptune@lagrant.com and kimhunter@lagrant.com.