PRism Award Judging and Event Information

Help Judge the PRisms
Thank you to all who entered the PRism Awards program. The call for entries has officially closed and our awards are being judged by the San Antonio PRSA chapter. Winners will be notified the week of March 26. The San Antonio chapter's award program is happening simultaneously. Our chapter will reciprocate judging the second and third weeks of March. We ask for volunteers to donate their time and expertise judging the awards. An email will follow with volunteer time and location opportunities. If you are unable to judge during an established timeslot but are still interested in participating, please contact Sarah Hibner at sarah.hibner@mwv.com to make other arrangements.

Celebrate the PRisms and Award Winners
Please plan to attend the awards ceremony on Thursday, April 16 at the Schuster Performing Arts Center. Networking will begin at 5:30 p.m. with dinner and awards following at 6 p.m. In addition to honoring the PRism and Awards of Merit winners, we will recognize our Communicator of the Year and Media Friends of the Year guests. We look forward to all our members joining us in celebration of our colleagues' successes. Online registration for the event will open shortly.

Meet the Business Editors

March 26, 2009
11:30 a.m. registration; noon lunch
Top of the Market Banquet Center
32 Webster St.
Dayton, OH 
 
$25.00 Regular Member Ticket
$35.00 Guest Ticket
$15.00 Student Ticket
  
Note the date change!
Please join PRSA and IABC Dayton as we welcome the Business Editors of Dayton's local media to share ideas on what they're looking for in 2009 business news. Learn what's hot and what's not, how to make a good pitch and when to place the reminder phone call, plus more.

Check back soon for the panel of presenters.
 
 

Your Participation is Requested

Last year, PRSA conducted a survey to identify which products and services deliver the greatest value to members. Among its findings, the survey determined that members derive significant benefit from their local Chapter affiliations. Taking that research to a new dimension, PRSA is now conducting its first-ever all-Chapter survey to focus, in turn, on which Chapter services members value most. All PRSA members will be invited to participate in a short online survey that will be distributed before the end of March.

The success of this project, a partnership between National and Chapters, is dependent upon your participation.

Results of this survey including information specific to each Chapter will be shared with Chapter leaders late this spring. In addition, PRSA plans to present the survey results at the 2009 Leadership Rally this June. The collected data will help PRSA identify and share best practices to continue to build value and loyalty at the Chapter and National level.

Media Relations Summit 2009
Expanding the Value of PR in the Digital Age
 
If you only attend one PR industry conference this year, make it the largest, most efficient event on media relations and digital technology. You'll meet 45 top journalists, 80 leading PR and Web 2.0 tech experts — 52 information-packed sessions—in just two intensive days!
 
Best of all, you'll hear legendary broadcaster Dan Rather and former MSNBC host
and current Abrams Research CEO Dan Abrams, plus New York Times star journalists Tara Parker Pope, Andrew Ross Sorkin and Saul Hansell — all keynoters this year!

May 17-19 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in New York City. Visit http://infocomgroup.net/mrs09/?emc=el&m=1934913&l=2&v=810348a69e for more information.

Dayton Masters Group Holds A Meeting of the Minds

The Dayton Area PRSA Masters Group enjoyed renewing old acquaintenances, making new ones and discussing the challenges facing practitioners – while enjoying breakfast and a breathtaking view of Dayton.

The group held a networking breakfast in February at The Racquet Club in downtown Dayton. Instead of a formal program, the group opted for a more informal gathering.

The Masters Group offers programs designed specifically for senior practitioners. Programs are open to practitioners who have been members of PRSA for 10 years or more or who have earned their accreditation.

For more information on the Master Group contact Liz Long, APR at 937-436-6901 or elong@graceworks.org.

I will keep this month's letter short.

The entire board of Dayton Area PRSA is here to serve you. Your chapter membership is designed to help provide you with the knowledge, connections and best practices you need to continue to grow and excel as a PR professional.

As mentioned in this month’s newsletter, National is conducting its first-ever all-Chapter survey to focus, in turn, on which Chapter services members value most. You should receive an email before the end of March with a link to take the survey.

I also encourage you to contact us directly if you have any suggestions or criticism. We encourage everyone to participate.  

Once again, don’t forget to visit http://www.prsadayton.org for information on the PRism awards and our lunch programs.

I told you this would be short.

Tony Castillo
2009 President
Dayton Area PRSA

Are you a public relations student living in Cleveland or Dayton this summer? Consider spending your summer with Fahlgren Mortine. We are looking for two outstanding PR students - one to support our team in Dayton and one to assist the Edward Howard group in Cleveland.

If you are a rising public relations student and are at least a sophomore in college looking to learn more about life at an agency, send your resume and cover letter to careers@fahlgren.com. The deadline for submitting your information is Friday, April 30. We look forward to hearing from you and hope to work with you this summer.

Interested in getting a sneak peek at what it's like to be an intern at Fahlgren Mortine? Join the Fahlgren Mortine PR Interns Alumni group on Facebook.

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COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER

Responsibilities may vary depending upon the goals, skills and interests

of the intern as well as current priorities and projects of Community Blood

Center/Community Tissue Services Human Resources team. These may include:

1. Works with the Communications Group to determine different mediums to be used to

communicate effectively with all CBC/CTS® employees

2. Works with the Communications Group to determine appropriate content. Interact with

departments to receive newsworthy information that should be communicated and

distributed.

3. Determines what departments and people need to be contacted and work with them to

receive their input

4. Writes, edits and proofs to insure all communication standards are met: professional

style, accuracy, completeness, proper grammar, appropriate level of detail, etc.

5. Insures deadlines are met and communications materials are sent to printer and

distributed

6. Seeks employee feedback and input about the preferred methods of communication and

topics

7. Evaluates quality dimensions of each communication

8. Maintains high standards of confidentiality.

9. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Strong writing, proofreading, and research skills

2. Ability to meet deadlines and work independently as well as part of team

3. Proficient at Microsoft Office skills; primarily Word and Publisher

TRAINING:   On-site training and support as needed

HOURS:       8 - 12 hours per week

BENEFITS:  Free parking, background check, training, opportunity for references or a letter of

recommendation if needed after completion of 30 hours of volunteer time, a copy

of all work product produced for your portfolio, and the personal satisfaction of

knowing you assisted in the process to save a life through a blood or tissue

donation.

CONTACT: Cissy Hansen, Community Blood Center/Community Tissue Services, 349 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402. You must attach a resume and completed externship application. Email to chansen@cbccts.org. No phone calls please. You will be contacted by email for an interview.

Externship Application Page 1

Externship Application Page 2

https://www.timewarnercable.com/corporate/about/careers/search.ashx

TIME WARNER CABLE 

JOB VACANCY NOTICE 

Post Date:  January 11, 2010    Deadline: January 21, 2010  

Position: Communications Manager (117251) Department: Public Affairs/Marketing 

Level: Exempt Level M     

JOB FUNCTION:  

Manage the earned media and internal communication efforts for TWC’s Southwest Ohio division. As a member of  

the communications department, the selected candidate will proactively identify and develop media opportunities to 

promote division products, services and business initiatives; pitch and place stories to a wide range of print and 

electronic media; write media advisories, news releases, pitch letters & press kit materials as needed; maintain 

effective media relationships throughout the area; serve as media spokesperson as directed by vice president of 

communications and senior leadership. 

Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring effective internal communications by developing and executing 

effective plans to inform and educate associates about company and department programs, TWC products and 

related initiatives. 

RESPONSIBLITIES:  

•Manage additional media relations tools: enhance division’s media presence on external website; maintain current  

media database; monitor and manage division news coverage. 

•Develop and implement promotional/PR campaigns around products, services and community relations initiatives  

(including the “Connect a Million Minds” education initiative) to increase customer/community awareness; manage  

and implement special events to promote products and services. 

•Support the development of strategic messaging, key talking points and FAQ’s. 

•Develop and implement a comprehensive internal/employee communications plan utilizing the division’s e- 

newsletters, websites, internal blogs, talking points, speeches and other materials as needed to ensure that all 

Time Warner Cable employees are notified of company initiatives; communicate via email, Internet, Intranet, 

newsletters and any other means as necessary. 

•Track and monitor key messages from competitors and key audiences to assist in development of a strategic 

communications plan; counsel the management team of issues that may affect our local business. 

•Support regional initiative and projects as assigned. 

•Maintain strong base of influential relationships with the division’s media, peers and regional/corporate contacts. 

•Perform additional duties and special projects as needed or assigned. 

•Manage educational projects, including but not limited to handling all school requests for installation and service.  

•Attend public functions as a representative of Time Warner Cable as directed by the V.P. of Communications;  

note, events may occur during the evening or on weekends. 

REQUIREMENTS:  

•Related Bachelors degree or equivalent related work experience and training. 

•Five years of corporate communications, public relations agency or print/broadcast journalism experience. Must  

have a passion for writing and editing. 

•Superior verbal and written communications skills. 

- Adept at breaking down complex concepts and making them easy to understand 

- Ability to track down details and facts 

- Working knowledge of new media techniques 

- Strong editing and proofreading skills 

•Passion for meeting deadlines and deliverables 

•Basic design and layout skills 

•Proficient on all necessary software (Microsoft) 

•Ability to anticipate issues with people and vendors 

•Ability to have the vision to activities that appeal to a diverse audience 

•Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities 

•Position will be located in Cincinnati, but will also cover the Dayton area. 

•Valid drivers license with good driving record. 

EOE 

Apply on-line via Employee Self Service and submit completed Job Bid Application to Deidra Bartlett – Human 

Resources.  Late and/or incomplete Job Bid Applications will not be accepted. Job Bid applications and On-line Bids 

must be submitted by the deadline date.  

For further information, please contact Mike Pedelty, VP, Communications at (513) 386-6757  

• Manages all design, development and maintenance issues with company websites, primarily victoriatheatre.com and schustercenter.org. Assists with ticketcenterstage.com.
• Produces and manages all e-marketing initiatives including welcome and feedback emails, OnStage News e-newsletters, e-blasts, e-surveys, etc.
• Develop and coordinate all Web 2.0 initiatives including social networking sites, blogs, etc.
• Manage advertising buys as well as track and process payment for print, radio & TV advertising agreements.
• Assist in tracking sales trends and reports.
• Assist in supervision of marketing/PR interns.
• Interface with mail house for direct mail campaigns.
• Assist education/outreach with any marketing needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Public Relations Specialist
Five Rivers MetroParks                            

Generates and builds the public awareness of Five Rivers MetroParks' services and image to attain the highest level of visibility and community support for the organization's mission, facilities, programs, and services. Ensures recognition of the MetroParks as an indispensable community asset. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned.
• Champions the strategic direction of Five Rivers MetroParks and supports positive development of the agency, its staff and the MetroParks experience through attitude, collaboration and respect.
• Prepares and disseminates press releases.
• Serves as the primary spokesperson for MetroParks.
• Participates in Speakers’ Bureau.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with paid and unpaid media and with key community and strategic partners.
• Protects and promotes the MetroParks brand to the community and to staff.
• Communicates with and serves as point person for various media sources and contacts.
• Contributes articles to publications, such as e-newsletters and various newspapers and performs other writing tasks such as preparing reports, presentations etc., as necessary.
• Coordinates and fulfills speaker’s bureau requests for materials.
• Helps write, edit and proof MetroParks promotional and development materials.
• Assists in the strategic planning for effective marketing and positioning of MetroParks to the general public and media.
• Assists the Director of Marketing & Public Information in carrying out assignments as needed.
• Assists with planning, organizing, coordinating and publicizing events, special projects, advertising and marketing efforts designed to keep the public informed of MetroParks’ programs, facilities and mission.
• Collaborates to develop the marketing efforts of other department’s and facilities.
• Takes advantage of new technologies to ensure MetroParks in reaching all audiences effectively.
• Works with the Community Connections Manager on key communication tasks including public appearances, correspondence and speeches.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assists in educating the MetroParks' staff on general public relations strategy emphasizing the importance of each department's contribution to the overall success of the organization.
• Develops and provides a database of key messages which communicate the mission of the MetroParks.
• Maintains MetroParks video and photo library and print news clippings files. Assists with photographic needs.
• Maintains databases useful for MetroParks marketing and promotional communications. Develops, maintains and grows the audience database for the MetroParks. Uses technology wherever possible and appropriate to maximize efficiency and Earth-friendly methodologies.
• Assists with developing interpersonal and public speaking engagement presentations.
• Performs special projects and serves on special committees as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum of undergraduate degree with emphasis in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English, Writing, or Journalism related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three to five years related experience preferred but not mandatory.

JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS
• Creative idea generation and subsequent research and development of concepts, plans, execution and follow-up.
• Ability to work in a decisive manner in a fast-paced, can-do, positive attitude, customer-driven, strategically-based environment.
• Ability to plan, schedule and implement multiple projects simultaneously and to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Thorough understanding of public sector work, including marketing concepts, campaigns and voters.
• Knowledge of community affairs, public programs and special events.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal, written and graphic forms.
• Ability to gain positive visibility and publicity for program
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers and external contacts.
• Ability to organize and to work simultaneously on multiple projects.
• Capacity to handle details.
• Ability to organize and coordinate major events.
• Ability to develop relationships that lead to cross-promotions, sponsorships, and media relationships
• Ability to handle sensitive face-to-face contacts with public and government officials. Personal computer literate, with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Experience with desktop publishing programs such as InDesign or Quark Express a plus. 
• Knowledge of public parks, recreation and nature programs a plus.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Ohio Driver’s License that meets MetroParks insurance carrier guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is a combination of a typical office and outdoor park settings.  The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

RELATIONSHIPS & CONTACTS 
Regular contact is required with the directors of other departments, and with departmental staff.  External contact required on regular basis include public, news media, consultants and representatives of various partner organizations, i.e., government organizations, priority boards, museums, committees, the Chamber of Commerce, visitors' bureau, board members, etc.

TO APPLY
Email resume and cover letter to janet.davis@metroparks.org or beth.miller@metroparks.org.

Position Title:  Director of Advancement

Location:  Sinclair Community College

Reports To:  VP of Advancement

Sinclair Community College is a comprehensive community college with an enrollment of over 23,000 students that offers career and transfer programs leading to an associate degree, certificate programs, and continuing education opportunities. Sinclair seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  The Advancement Division is seeking applicants for the Director of Advancement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Coordinates the relationship and joint projects with the President's office

·         Works closely with the Vice President for Advancement on all aspects of developing entrepreneurial investments and managing private fundraising

·         Serves as a community and donor liaison

·         Provides budget management for the department

EDUCATION:

• Master's degree in related field is required
• Minimum of five years exp. in development, alumni relations , volunteer management, or a related field
• Experience in stewarding major and principal gifts from individuals, foundations and corporations preferred
• CFRE Preferred  

All applicants must apply on-line for job# 01765. For more information and to apply online please visit our web site at https://jobs.sinclair.edu   Sinclair Community College is strongly committed to diversity within its community. EOE

Position Title:  Public Relations Assistant Manager
Location:  Northeast Ohio, Smuckers
Salary Range: $65,0000-80,000K 
Reports To:  Manager, Public Relations

Position Title:  Public Relations Manager
Location:  Northeast Ohio, Smuckers  
Salary Range: $80000-100,000 
Reports To:  Director, Public Relations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in PR planning/strategy review for all Company grocery brands
• Work with agencies and Company employees to manage implementation of PR initiatives: press releases, satellite media tours, celebrity spokespeople, sampling tours, contests, food editor breakfasts/events, etc.
• Measuring PR initiatives
• Budget management

SELECTION CRITERIA

• 5+ years of Public Relations experience (either in agency or Corporate environment) 
• CPG food experience is required
• High energy and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• High level of organization
• Ability to work effectively with outside PR agencies
• High level of creativity
• Ability to work with people at all levels within/outside Company
• Ability to travel (2-3 times per quarter depending on PR activities)

EDUCATION
• Minimum four-year college degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, or Marketing

Information can be submitted to Phyllis Ives at phyllis@ivesearch.com. 
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Communications Manager
Downtown Dayton Partnership

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Produces and maintains content for the organization's Web site. Provides editorial review, fields staff requests for upholding information and updates daily.
• Provides all editorial content for publications and manages production with the Design Manager.
• Assists with stakeholder relations, including meeting with new businesses and members, as well as retention visits with existing downtown businesses.
• Performs various writing tasks such as press releases, grant writing and presentations.
• Communicates with various media sources and contacts.
• Manages annual business survey and other surveys conducted by the organization.
• Takes advantage of new technologies to ensure the organization is reaching all audiences effectively.
• Assists with planning and publicizing events, special projects, advertising and marketing efforts.
• Performs special projects and serves on special committees as required or assigned.
• Assists the Director of Marketing & Communications in carrying out assignments as needed. 

JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS
• Experience with Web site writing
• Experience in managing Web site layout and navigation
• Experience with web content management systems and/or WYSIWYG editors
• Basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, Dreamweaver a plus
• Strong copywriting and copyediting skills
• Good knowledge of Excel and its charts and formula functions
• Ability to plan, schedule and implement multiple projects simultaneously and to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of undergraduate degree with emphasis in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three to five years related experience preferred.

For consideration, please send resumes to:

Laura Woeste
Director of Marketing & Communications
woeste@downtowndayton.org
40 N. Main Street, Suite 1360
Dayton, Ohio 45423