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posted_at: 24 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Media Reviewer - Podcasts (Contract)
Company: Common Sense Media
Location: San Francisco...
Posted on: February 16, 2023
Job Description:
Common Sense (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of
Media Reviewer - Podcasts (Contract)
Company: Common Sense Media
Location: San Francisco...
Posted on: February 16, 2023
Job Description:
Common Sense (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Netflix, Comcast, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curriculum and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The equity-focused podcast reviewer will use their subject-matter expertise to consume, evaluate, and write about entertainment content for parents through a child-development and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens. With excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, this contract role will produce anywhere from one to 10 new podcast reviews per month. Work may also include updates to previously published reviews. We are committed to hiring reviewers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
REPORT TO: Streaming Content Editor
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA (remote available)
DURATION: Six months, with the potential to extend
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Consume podcasts, evaluate them according to our proprietary rubric, detailed guidelines, and best practices, and write original reviews in a consumer/parent-friendly tone.
• Accurately source information about podcast titles, including hosts/production companies, run time/length, and release dates; also, locate and process materials like press contacts, image files, etc.
• Upload text, images, and other data into our proprietary content management system.
• Apply Common Sense style guide, including detailed guidance on inclusive writing, to all written materials.
• Evaluate reviews through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to identify and correct problematic language and decenter the White voice.
• Occasionally communicate with publicists.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RSUM:
• Demonstrated expertise in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in media criticism and writing.
• Discernment for audio quality, effective audio storytelling, and relatability of content to a diverse audience.
• Expertise in radio, podcasts, or any other audio-centered media.
• Understanding of streaming audio content and the different streaming platforms.
• Background in journalism, child development, media criticism, or a related field.
• Experience as a conversational writer, ideally for a parent audience (with clips to show for it).
• Technical know-how, with experience using online content management systems and cloud-based software.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects working in a self-directed way with priorities/deadlines that may shift quickly.
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how you can contribute to the role. Please include your top three favorite podcasts and why.
THE "X" FACTOR:
• You enjoy critically thinking about media from a variety of vantage points.
• Spanish-language proficiency is a plus.
• You are inspired by Common Sense's mission!
Common Sense Media values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment.
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Company: Common Sense Media
Location: San Francisco...
Posted on: February 16, 2023
Job Description:
Common Sense (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Netflix, Comcast, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curriculum and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The equity-focused podcast reviewer will use their subject-matter expertise to consume, evaluate, and write about entertainment content for parents through a child-development and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens. With excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, this contract role will produce anywhere from one to 10 new podcast reviews per month. Work may also include updates to previously published reviews. We are committed to hiring reviewers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
REPORT TO: Streaming Content Editor
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA (remote available)
DURATION: Six months, with the potential to extend
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Consume podcasts, evaluate them according to our proprietary rubric, detailed guidelines, and best practices, and write original reviews in a consumer/parent-friendly tone.
• Accurately source information about podcast titles, including hosts/production companies, run time/length, and release dates; also, locate and process materials like press contacts, image files, etc.
• Upload text, images, and other data into our proprietary content management system.
• Apply Common Sense style guide, including detailed guidance on inclusive writing, to all written materials.
• Evaluate reviews through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to identify and correct problematic language and decenter the White voice.
• Occasionally communicate with publicists.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RSUM:
• Demonstrated expertise in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in media criticism and writing.
• Discernment for audio quality, effective audio storytelling, and relatability of content to a diverse audience.
• Expertise in radio, podcasts, or any other audio-centered media.
• Understanding of streaming audio content and the different streaming platforms.
• Background in journalism, child development, media criticism, or a related field.
• Experience as a conversational writer, ideally for a parent audience (with clips to show for it).
• Technical know-how, with experience using online content management systems and cloud-based software.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects working in a self-directed way with priorities/deadlines that may shift quickly.
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how you can contribute to the role. Please include your top three favorite podcasts and why.
THE "X" FACTOR:
• You enjoy critically thinking about media from a variety of vantage points.
• Spanish-language proficiency is a plus.
• You are inspired by Common Sense's mission!
Common Sense Media values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment.
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via LinkedIn
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense (commonsense.org) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings...
We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense (commonsense.org) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings...
We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Manager, Foundation Partnerships, will build and manage foundation relationships to support our efforts, particularly our newly formed youth mental health and well-being initiative.
The Foundations team is responsible for raising $14M per year, with an existing portfolio of 25 active foundation partners.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
SALARY RANGE: $85,600–$101,650
REPORTS TO: VP, Foundation Partnerships
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Strategy Development:
• Participate in philanthropic funding strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop program briefs, including program goals, impact metrics, and activities.
• Keep abreast of education and parent engagement trends, and bring competitive challenges and new opportunities to the attention of internal stakeholders.
• Research and identify key sources and trends in foundation, corporate, and philanthropic support.
Foundation Partnerships:
• Develop and manage a grant portfolio of funder relationships, with a focus on securing grants to support our research program and youth mental health and well-being initiative.
Responsibilities Include:
• Outlining strategic objectives and talking points for meetings.
• Conducting phone calls/meetings to present programs and explore potential fit.
• Writing concept papers and grant proposals, developing budgets, and shepherding the process from start to finish.
• Preparing Google slide presentations and other collateral materials.
• Working with program teams to track progress against grant deliverables (outputs, outcomes, budget).
• Coordinating periodic updates and communications to funders.
Research, Pipeline Development, and Moves Management:
• Develop a robust pipeline of new potential funders.
• Track potential funders through our moves management system on Salesforce.
• Produce in-depth, well-written backgrounders on prospective donors, and update backgrounders on existing portfolios annually or as needed.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a nonprofit setting, ideally one with a focus on youth inclusion, mental health, or social and emotional learning.
• Previous experience in grant writing/fundraising, strategy, and program development.
• Proactive capacity for stewarding funders to build strong and lasting relationships.
• Superior writing and communication skills. Ability to identify alignment between foundation strategic priorities and Common Sense funding needs to structure compelling proposals and stories of impact.
• A high degree of self-motivation, self-direction, and ingenuity in a highly entrepreneurial environment.
• A collaborative mindset. You have a knack for working effectively across teams.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills, and familiarity with the full suite of Google tools.
• Experience using databases and CRM platforms, preferably Salesforce.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings...
We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Manager, Foundation Partnerships, will build and manage foundation relationships to support our efforts, particularly our newly formed youth mental health and well-being initiative.
The Foundations team is responsible for raising $14M per year, with an existing portfolio of 25 active foundation partners.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
SALARY RANGE: $85,600–$101,650
REPORTS TO: VP, Foundation Partnerships
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Strategy Development:
• Participate in philanthropic funding strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop program briefs, including program goals, impact metrics, and activities.
• Keep abreast of education and parent engagement trends, and bring competitive challenges and new opportunities to the attention of internal stakeholders.
• Research and identify key sources and trends in foundation, corporate, and philanthropic support.
Foundation Partnerships:
• Develop and manage a grant portfolio of funder relationships, with a focus on securing grants to support our research program and youth mental health and well-being initiative.
Responsibilities Include:
• Outlining strategic objectives and talking points for meetings.
• Conducting phone calls/meetings to present programs and explore potential fit.
• Writing concept papers and grant proposals, developing budgets, and shepherding the process from start to finish.
• Preparing Google slide presentations and other collateral materials.
• Working with program teams to track progress against grant deliverables (outputs, outcomes, budget).
• Coordinating periodic updates and communications to funders.
Research, Pipeline Development, and Moves Management:
• Develop a robust pipeline of new potential funders.
• Track potential funders through our moves management system on Salesforce.
• Produce in-depth, well-written backgrounders on prospective donors, and update backgrounders on existing portfolios annually or as needed.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a nonprofit setting, ideally one with a focus on youth inclusion, mental health, or social and emotional learning.
• Previous experience in grant writing/fundraising, strategy, and program development.
• Proactive capacity for stewarding funders to build strong and lasting relationships.
• Superior writing and communication skills. Ability to identify alignment between foundation strategic priorities and Common Sense funding needs to structure compelling proposals and stories of impact.
• A high degree of self-motivation, self-direction, and ingenuity in a highly entrepreneurial environment.
• A collaborative mindset. You have a knack for working effectively across teams.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills, and familiarity with the full suite of Google tools.
• Experience using databases and CRM platforms, preferably Salesforce.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch... play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch... play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Xfinity, Spectrum, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
Common Sense Media's age-appropriate media reviews (of movies, TV shows, games, apps, books, podcasts, and websites) and parenting advice are licensed to leading media and technology companies that include Comcast, Charter, Sky, Apple, Vudu, Vizio, and Target, among many others.
We are seeking a full-time Partnerships Manager to manage a stable of strategic revenue-generating partners in the media and entertainment space, leveraging the organization's expertise and resources to create meaningful in-platform experiences that drive tangible business value to partners and help them realize the value of partnering with Common Sense.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $85,600 - $101,650
REPORTS TO: Director, Business Development & Partnerships
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; or Washington, DC (hybrid)
We will consider applicants for employment who are in commuting distance of one of the following regional locations: San Francisco Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, New York Metropolitan (Tri-State) Area, Washington DC Metropolitan Area
SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Foster and cultivate partner relationships. Drawing on your executive presence, approachability, and impressive follow-through, you'll build authentic relationships to ensure ongoing strategic alignment and engagement with our partners.
• Understand the key business drivers for our partners, including long-term and short-term objectives, and identify, pitch, and execute new ideas, leveraging the value added by our expertise and content.
• Maximize existing partnerships to elevate and promote our integrations, driving engagement with customers through their distribution channels, and continually encourage deeper integrations by offering up ideas and proposals.
• Work closely with the Director, Business Development & Partnerships, to manage key partnerships, shaping and executing a strong partnership and renewal strategy.
• Collaborate cross-organizationally to deliver on partner requests and build consensus for new ways to package content and create new areas of value. This role will work closely with teams that include Editorial, Product, and Marketing.
• Develop compelling presentations that showcase the organization's offerings, and build excitement and buy-in for deeper integration and more meaningful partnership.
• Manage day-to-day communication with business development partners and establish regular cadence of emails, calls, and in-person meetings to build strong and productive relationships.
• Monitor technical integrations and liaise with product teams to ensure integrations are implemented in a timely manner and use cases are brand compliant and aligned with Common Sense Media's editorial perspective.
• Be intimately familiar with contractual terms and utilization of our content to ensure compliance.
• Assist with the implementation and execution of internal department projects, including taking minutes, writing recaps, and developing presentation decks.
• Some travel required for on-site partner visits.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Accountability to deadlines and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects at once.
• Critical thinking and resourcefulness.
• Positive attitude: You're proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Ability to represent Common Sense in interactions with partners, potential partners, and other third parties.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ:
• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience in a related role; client-facing or entertainment media role a plus.
• Experience in partnerships, sales, entertainment media, or business development strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to represent Common Sense with excellence and engage stakeholders of varying backgrounds and degrees of seniority.
• A strong track record of collaboration and work with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges and get things done.
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, including developing decks in Google Slides or PowerPoint.
• Proven chops as an organized, entrepreneurial self-starter—someone who swiftly identifies what needs to get done, then is eager to make it happen.
• Strong market research and analysis skills.
THE X FACTOR:
• You have great attention to detail and follow-through, with insatiable curiosity.
• You have a true sense of ownership and are passionate about results.
• You are a skilled communicator and collaborator, inspired by Common Sense's mission.
• You have a great sense of humor—even when meeting tough deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent, age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch... play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Xfinity, Spectrum, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
Common Sense Media's age-appropriate media reviews (of movies, TV shows, games, apps, books, podcasts, and websites) and parenting advice are licensed to leading media and technology companies that include Comcast, Charter, Sky, Apple, Vudu, Vizio, and Target, among many others.
We are seeking a full-time Partnerships Manager to manage a stable of strategic revenue-generating partners in the media and entertainment space, leveraging the organization's expertise and resources to create meaningful in-platform experiences that drive tangible business value to partners and help them realize the value of partnering with Common Sense.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $85,600 - $101,650
REPORTS TO: Director, Business Development & Partnerships
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; or Washington, DC (hybrid)
We will consider applicants for employment who are in commuting distance of one of the following regional locations: San Francisco Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, New York Metropolitan (Tri-State) Area, Washington DC Metropolitan Area
SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Foster and cultivate partner relationships. Drawing on your executive presence, approachability, and impressive follow-through, you'll build authentic relationships to ensure ongoing strategic alignment and engagement with our partners.
• Understand the key business drivers for our partners, including long-term and short-term objectives, and identify, pitch, and execute new ideas, leveraging the value added by our expertise and content.
• Maximize existing partnerships to elevate and promote our integrations, driving engagement with customers through their distribution channels, and continually encourage deeper integrations by offering up ideas and proposals.
• Work closely with the Director, Business Development & Partnerships, to manage key partnerships, shaping and executing a strong partnership and renewal strategy.
• Collaborate cross-organizationally to deliver on partner requests and build consensus for new ways to package content and create new areas of value. This role will work closely with teams that include Editorial, Product, and Marketing.
• Develop compelling presentations that showcase the organization's offerings, and build excitement and buy-in for deeper integration and more meaningful partnership.
• Manage day-to-day communication with business development partners and establish regular cadence of emails, calls, and in-person meetings to build strong and productive relationships.
• Monitor technical integrations and liaise with product teams to ensure integrations are implemented in a timely manner and use cases are brand compliant and aligned with Common Sense Media's editorial perspective.
• Be intimately familiar with contractual terms and utilization of our content to ensure compliance.
• Assist with the implementation and execution of internal department projects, including taking minutes, writing recaps, and developing presentation decks.
• Some travel required for on-site partner visits.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Accountability to deadlines and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects at once.
• Critical thinking and resourcefulness.
• Positive attitude: You're proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Ability to represent Common Sense in interactions with partners, potential partners, and other third parties.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ:
• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience in a related role; client-facing or entertainment media role a plus.
• Experience in partnerships, sales, entertainment media, or business development strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to represent Common Sense with excellence and engage stakeholders of varying backgrounds and degrees of seniority.
• A strong track record of collaboration and work with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges and get things done.
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, including developing decks in Google Slides or PowerPoint.
• Proven chops as an organized, entrepreneurial self-starter—someone who swiftly identifies what needs to get done, then is eager to make it happen.
• Strong market research and analysis skills.
THE X FACTOR:
• You have great attention to detail and follow-through, with insatiable curiosity.
• You have a true sense of ownership and are passionate about results.
• You are a skilled communicator and collaborator, inspired by Common Sense's mission.
• You have a great sense of humor—even when meeting tough deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Internship
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
We are looking for a passionate video intern who is excited to learn about the inner workings of a studio operation. As an intern, you will assist our video team in executing team project deliverables while garnering practical experience in a fast-paced national nonprofit environment.
LOCATION : San Francisco, CA, or remote
REPORTS TO : Senior Director, Video, and Senior Video Editor
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :
• Build tangible and marketable skills.
• Hone your technical expertise and video-editing skills.
• Collaborate in a mission-driven organization.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Edit multiple videos, including media reviews, parent advice, podcasts, etc.
• Create thumbnail images for CSM website, YouTube, and partner platforms
• Assist with video post-production workflow tasks (captioning, uploads, etc.)
• Assist individual Video team members with other administrative duties
WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE ON YOUR APPLICATION :
• Experience with Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and other Creative Cloud apps
• Past or current coursework in a related field
• Enthusiasm to learn about our organization and our video department's work
• Demonstrated interest in education, advocacy, and social justice issues
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Ideal start date: June 20, 2023.
• Ideal end date: August 25, 2023.
• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Interns need to be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns. Lunch & Learns will be every Wednesday from 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST).
• We will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
• This is a paid opportunity.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
We are looking for a passionate video intern who is excited to learn about the inner workings of a studio operation. As an intern, you will assist our video team in executing team project deliverables while garnering practical experience in a fast-paced national nonprofit environment.
LOCATION : San Francisco, CA, or remote
REPORTS TO : Senior Director, Video, and Senior Video Editor
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :
• Build tangible and marketable skills.
• Hone your technical expertise and video-editing skills.
• Collaborate in a mission-driven organization.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Edit multiple videos, including media reviews, parent advice, podcasts, etc.
• Create thumbnail images for CSM website, YouTube, and partner platforms
• Assist with video post-production workflow tasks (captioning, uploads, etc.)
• Assist individual Video team members with other administrative duties
WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE ON YOUR APPLICATION :
• Experience with Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and other Creative Cloud apps
• Past or current coursework in a related field
• Enthusiasm to learn about our organization and our video department's work
• Demonstrated interest in education, advocacy, and social justice issues
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Ideal start date: June 20, 2023.
• Ideal end date: August 25, 2023.
• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Interns need to be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns. Lunch & Learns will be every Wednesday from 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST).
• We will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
• This is a paid opportunity.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via Glassdoor
posted_at: 18 days agoschedule_type: Contractorwork_from_home: 1
Common Sense (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids... want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and
Common Sense (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids... want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Netflix, Comcast, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curriculum and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The equity-focused podcast reviewer will use their subject-matter expertise to consume, evaluate, and write about entertainment content for parents through a child-development and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens. With excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, this contract role will produce anywhere from one to 10 new podcast reviews per month. Work may also include updates to previously published reviews. We are committed to hiring reviewers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
REPORT TO: Streaming Content Editor
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA (remote available)
DURATION: Six months, with the potential to extend
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Consume podcasts, evaluate them according to our proprietary rubric, detailed guidelines, and best practices, and write original reviews in a consumer/parent-friendly tone.
• Accurately source information about podcast titles, including hosts/production companies, run time/length, and release dates; also, locate and process materials like press contacts, image files, etc.
• Upload text, images, and other data into our proprietary content management system.
• Apply Common Sense style guide, including detailed guidance on inclusive writing, to all written materials.
• Evaluate reviews through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to identify and correct problematic language and decenter the White voice.
• Occasionally communicate with publicists.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ:
• Demonstrated expertise in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in media criticism and writing.
• Discernment for audio quality, effective audio storytelling, and relatability of content to a diverse audience.
• Expertise in radio, podcasts, or any other audio-centered media.
• Understanding of streaming audio content and the different streaming platforms.
• Background in journalism, child development, media criticism, or a related field.
• Experience as a conversational writer, ideally for a parent audience (with clips to show for it).
• Technical know-how, with experience using online content management systems and cloud-based software.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects working in a self-directed way with priorities/deadlines that may shift quickly.
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how you can contribute to the role. Please include your top three favorite podcasts and why.
THE "X" FACTOR:
• You enjoy critically thinking about media from a variety of vantage points.
• Spanish-language proficiency is a plus.
• You are inspired by Common Sense's mission!
Common Sense Media values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment.
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Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids... want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Netflix, Comcast, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curriculum and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The equity-focused podcast reviewer will use their subject-matter expertise to consume, evaluate, and write about entertainment content for parents through a child-development and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens. With excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, this contract role will produce anywhere from one to 10 new podcast reviews per month. Work may also include updates to previously published reviews. We are committed to hiring reviewers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
REPORT TO: Streaming Content Editor
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA (remote available)
DURATION: Six months, with the potential to extend
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Consume podcasts, evaluate them according to our proprietary rubric, detailed guidelines, and best practices, and write original reviews in a consumer/parent-friendly tone.
• Accurately source information about podcast titles, including hosts/production companies, run time/length, and release dates; also, locate and process materials like press contacts, image files, etc.
• Upload text, images, and other data into our proprietary content management system.
• Apply Common Sense style guide, including detailed guidance on inclusive writing, to all written materials.
• Evaluate reviews through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to identify and correct problematic language and decenter the White voice.
• Occasionally communicate with publicists.
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ:
• Demonstrated expertise in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in media criticism and writing.
• Discernment for audio quality, effective audio storytelling, and relatability of content to a diverse audience.
• Expertise in radio, podcasts, or any other audio-centered media.
• Understanding of streaming audio content and the different streaming platforms.
• Background in journalism, child development, media criticism, or a related field.
• Experience as a conversational writer, ideally for a parent audience (with clips to show for it).
• Technical know-how, with experience using online content management systems and cloud-based software.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects working in a self-directed way with priorities/deadlines that may shift quickly.
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how you can contribute to the role. Please include your top three favorite podcasts and why.
THE "X" FACTOR:
• You enjoy critically thinking about media from a variety of vantage points.
• Spanish-language proficiency is a plus.
• You are inspired by Common Sense's mission!
Common Sense Media values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer.
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment.
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posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense Media for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to... watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading independent nonprofit organization devoted to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense Media for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to... watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Comcast, Apple TV, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital literacy and citizenship skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curricula and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Los Angeles (LA) Regional Director will serve as the lead ambassador and representative, strategist, front-line fundraiser, and public face of Common Sense in Southern California. Their primary goal is to help unlock the impact and resources of key stakeholders in LA to serve the mission of Common Sense. To that end, they will collaborate with the CEO and other staff to build and manage the organization's relationships in Hollywood, identify and generate strategic opportunities or partnerships with the media and entertainment industry, drive regional cultivation events, and work with independent schools based in the region.
The ideal candidate is a creative, strategic, and people-facing professional based in LA. They are intimately familiar with Hollywood and the media and entertainment community, leadership, and studios, ideally bringing their own local network. They ideally bring development experience and excel at developing strong, strategic relationships, directing events, public speaking and communications, leading people and teams, and would excel in a dynamic organization focused on helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
REPORTS TO: Office of the Founder & CEO; collaborates with Vice President of Development
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California (must reside in Los Angeles to be considered)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $111,200-$132,050
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Public Ambassador & Spokesperson
• Act as lead ambassador internally and externally for Common Sense in Los Angeles.
• Build and manage the organization's relationships with key local stakeholders, with a particular focus on Hollywood influencers, the media and entertainment industry and studios, the local tech industry, political leaders, and independent schools.
• Identify new strategic partnerships, marketing or program initiatives, or other opportunities with LA stakeholders that advance the mission of Common Sense Media, working closely with relevant Common Sense staff.
• Manage the LA Regional Advisory Council. Build, manage, and maximize efforts to expand Common Sense's regional presence, relationships, and philanthropic base.
• Liaise with the executive team, board members, and advisors to build the organization's presence in the LA region.
• Serve as the public spokesperson for Common Sense in LA: press and media opportunities; speak at cultivation events and conferences to raise awareness about the organization's mission and programs.
• Liaise with local staff to build organizational culture in the region.
Development Strategy & Management
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Development and the Chief Strategy & Development Officer to oversee cultivation and fundraising activities across the region.
• Participate as part of a national team to carry out the organization's fundraising strategy in the LA area and on behalf of work across the organization; collaborate to build a comprehensive fundraising plan and meet annual revenue targets through a combination of securing individual donations and executing high-impact events.
• Plan, develop, and oversee the implementation of individual cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for the LA regional portfolio.
• Successfully align donor interests with Common Sense's program initiatives, and educate donors on Common Sense's impact.
Event Management
• Lead planning for all local cultivation, fundraising, and local thought leadership events, including an annual LA fundraiser and rotating Common Sense Media Awards.
• Work with the LA Regional Advisory Council and LA-based board members to host donor cultivation events and to chair/sponsor/support fundraisers.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate sponsors for events and programs.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum of 7–10 years' experience in external affairs in a nonprofit or CSR leadership role preferred, ideally in the media and entertainment, technology, policy or education fields.
• Deep knowledge of the Los Angeles media and entertainment, tech, and business landscapes, as well as the philanthropic landscape.
• Superior relationship-building skills; confidence and proven ability to inspire, engage, and build authentic and lasting relationships with partners, philanthropists, and supporters.
• Successful experience in fundraising ( particularly in a field related to education, families, and children) through professional board, major volunteer, or operating roles is preferred.
• Experience developing strategic corporate partnerships preferred.
• Strategic mindset and ability to build a compelling case for support.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills; public speaking and presentation experience required; press and media experience preferred.
• A high degree of self-direction and ingenuity in a highly entrepreneurial environment.
• Willing to travel locally, as well as on the East Coast, and spend a few days in San Francisco each quarter (post-COVID).
• Deep understanding and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense Media for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to... watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Comcast, Apple TV, DirecTV, and many other partner networks, helping families and kids make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital literacy and citizenship skills every student needs to succeed. More than 100,000 member schools across the country use our ratings and free curricula and content. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and legislators to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Los Angeles (LA) Regional Director will serve as the lead ambassador and representative, strategist, front-line fundraiser, and public face of Common Sense in Southern California. Their primary goal is to help unlock the impact and resources of key stakeholders in LA to serve the mission of Common Sense. To that end, they will collaborate with the CEO and other staff to build and manage the organization's relationships in Hollywood, identify and generate strategic opportunities or partnerships with the media and entertainment industry, drive regional cultivation events, and work with independent schools based in the region.
The ideal candidate is a creative, strategic, and people-facing professional based in LA. They are intimately familiar with Hollywood and the media and entertainment community, leadership, and studios, ideally bringing their own local network. They ideally bring development experience and excel at developing strong, strategic relationships, directing events, public speaking and communications, leading people and teams, and would excel in a dynamic organization focused on helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology.
REPORTS TO: Office of the Founder & CEO; collaborates with Vice President of Development
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California (must reside in Los Angeles to be considered)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $111,200-$132,050
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Public Ambassador & Spokesperson
• Act as lead ambassador internally and externally for Common Sense in Los Angeles.
• Build and manage the organization's relationships with key local stakeholders, with a particular focus on Hollywood influencers, the media and entertainment industry and studios, the local tech industry, political leaders, and independent schools.
• Identify new strategic partnerships, marketing or program initiatives, or other opportunities with LA stakeholders that advance the mission of Common Sense Media, working closely with relevant Common Sense staff.
• Manage the LA Regional Advisory Council. Build, manage, and maximize efforts to expand Common Sense's regional presence, relationships, and philanthropic base.
• Liaise with the executive team, board members, and advisors to build the organization's presence in the LA region.
• Serve as the public spokesperson for Common Sense in LA: press and media opportunities; speak at cultivation events and conferences to raise awareness about the organization's mission and programs.
• Liaise with local staff to build organizational culture in the region.
Development Strategy & Management
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Development and the Chief Strategy & Development Officer to oversee cultivation and fundraising activities across the region.
• Participate as part of a national team to carry out the organization's fundraising strategy in the LA area and on behalf of work across the organization; collaborate to build a comprehensive fundraising plan and meet annual revenue targets through a combination of securing individual donations and executing high-impact events.
• Plan, develop, and oversee the implementation of individual cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for the LA regional portfolio.
• Successfully align donor interests with Common Sense's program initiatives, and educate donors on Common Sense's impact.
Event Management
• Lead planning for all local cultivation, fundraising, and local thought leadership events, including an annual LA fundraiser and rotating Common Sense Media Awards.
• Work with the LA Regional Advisory Council and LA-based board members to host donor cultivation events and to chair/sponsor/support fundraisers.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate sponsors for events and programs.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum of 7–10 years' experience in external affairs in a nonprofit or CSR leadership role preferred, ideally in the media and entertainment, technology, policy or education fields.
• Deep knowledge of the Los Angeles media and entertainment, tech, and business landscapes, as well as the philanthropic landscape.
• Superior relationship-building skills; confidence and proven ability to inspire, engage, and build authentic and lasting relationships with partners, philanthropists, and supporters.
• Successful experience in fundraising ( particularly in a field related to education, families, and children) through professional board, major volunteer, or operating roles is preferred.
• Experience developing strategic corporate partnerships preferred.
• Strategic mindset and ability to build a compelling case for support.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills; public speaking and presentation experience required; press and media experience preferred.
• A high degree of self-direction and ingenuity in a highly entrepreneurial environment.
• Willing to travel locally, as well as on the East Coast, and spend a few days in San Francisco each quarter (post-COVID).
• Deep understanding and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Executive Assistant, Office of the CEO, will report to the Chief of Staff and manage the day-to-day administrative tasks supporting the CEO. The ideal candidate is one who has a passion for the work we do at Common Sense Media, a positive attitude, works well cross-functionally, strives for sustained excellence and efficiency, and thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. This person will be key to ensuring the smooth operations of the day-to-day of the Office of the CEO through critical activities requiring superior attention to detail, such as scheduling, meeting logistics, tracking time-sensitive requests, and travel arrangements.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
SALARY RANGE: $90,000-$125,000
REPORTS TO: Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Prioritize and respond in a timely manner to a high volume of inbound meeting requests, as well as initiate outbound meeting requests with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand the priorities of the Office of the CEO and leverage knowledge of Common Sense's network of stakeholders and supporters to provide responsive and flexible administrative support to the CEO based on new, emerging, or shifting priorities.
• Manage the CEO's complex schedule to maximize his time based on strategic or time-sensitive priorities.
• Proactively track and manage the daily schedule of the CEO, ensuring he is set up for success.
• Coordinate meeting logistics for the CEO as needed, including A/V support, reservations, catered lunch, and travel for in-person meetings.
• Provide support to the Chief of Staff to ensure that the CEO understands the basics of who, what, where, why, and how of every meeting.
• Plan and coordinate all travel logistics and business expenses.
• Provide support to the Chief of Staff in managing the activities and operations of the Board of Directors (communications, meeting prep, scheduling, agendas and materials, logistics, etc.).
• Proactively identify and implement solutions to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Office of the CEO.
• Provide ad hoc assistance on personal matters, such as personal travel, hotel bookings, and light errands.
• Stay current on emerging trends in the children's advocacy, media and technology, and education sectors.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• 5+ years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
• Prior expertise in executive-level organizational and task management supporting C-level executives in the nonprofit, tech, or policy sectors.
• Knowledge of and an interest in the nonprofit, tech, and/or policy sectors, including key players and stakeholders and their associated organizations or institutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication and collaboration skills, including strong proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
• Significant, demonstrated aptitude for discretion and confidentiality in the handling of sensitive issues, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Task-oriented, with an excellent sense of proactivity, priority, logic, and objectivity.
• Experience with Salesforce CRM and nonprofit board management a plus.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Executive Assistant, Office of the CEO, will report to the Chief of Staff and manage the day-to-day administrative tasks supporting the CEO. The ideal candidate is one who has a passion for the work we do at Common Sense Media, a positive attitude, works well cross-functionally, strives for sustained excellence and efficiency, and thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. This person will be key to ensuring the smooth operations of the day-to-day of the Office of the CEO through critical activities requiring superior attention to detail, such as scheduling, meeting logistics, tracking time-sensitive requests, and travel arrangements.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
SALARY RANGE: $90,000-$125,000
REPORTS TO: Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Prioritize and respond in a timely manner to a high volume of inbound meeting requests, as well as initiate outbound meeting requests with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand the priorities of the Office of the CEO and leverage knowledge of Common Sense's network of stakeholders and supporters to provide responsive and flexible administrative support to the CEO based on new, emerging, or shifting priorities.
• Manage the CEO's complex schedule to maximize his time based on strategic or time-sensitive priorities.
• Proactively track and manage the daily schedule of the CEO, ensuring he is set up for success.
• Coordinate meeting logistics for the CEO as needed, including A/V support, reservations, catered lunch, and travel for in-person meetings.
• Provide support to the Chief of Staff to ensure that the CEO understands the basics of who, what, where, why, and how of every meeting.
• Plan and coordinate all travel logistics and business expenses.
• Provide support to the Chief of Staff in managing the activities and operations of the Board of Directors (communications, meeting prep, scheduling, agendas and materials, logistics, etc.).
• Proactively identify and implement solutions to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Office of the CEO.
• Provide ad hoc assistance on personal matters, such as personal travel, hotel bookings, and light errands.
• Stay current on emerging trends in the children's advocacy, media and technology, and education sectors.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• 5+ years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
• Prior expertise in executive-level organizational and task management supporting C-level executives in the nonprofit, tech, or policy sectors.
• Knowledge of and an interest in the nonprofit, tech, and/or policy sectors, including key players and stakeholders and their associated organizations or institutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication and collaboration skills, including strong proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
• Significant, demonstrated aptitude for discretion and confidentiality in the handling of sensitive issues, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Task-oriented, with an excellent sense of proactivity, priority, logic, and objectivity.
• Experience with Salesforce CRM and nonprofit board management a plus.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 16 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Head of Public Affairs will be the senior communications strategist for the Executive Office of Common Sense Media. They will work with the Office of the CEO and senior leadership to develop, manage, and implement a top-level communications strategy for the Executive team that amplifies and enhances the brand of the CEO and organization.
In this capacity, the Head of Public Affairs will proactively develop new, high-profile media, marketing, and thought leadership opportunities for the CEO and Executive leadership, and will also collaborate with our existing Marketing and Communications teams. They will advise the CEO on day-to-day public affairs and communications strategy across broadcast and digital media to advance the organization's profile and impact as the leading advocacy organization for children and families in the digital world.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Exempt
SALARY: $140,000–$190,000
REPORTS TO: Founder & CEO
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Lead and implement the overall communications and public affairs strategy of the Office of the CEO and Executive leadership team.
• Elevate the brand and profile of the CEO through day-to-day media relations and thought leadership events, while proactively shaping other major public speaking opportunities.
• Manage fast-paced, strategic response to breaking news to highlight the CEO's thought leadership.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with leading media outlets on behalf of the CEO. Leverage media partnerships for public releases that advance the organization's work and mission.
• Ideate, develop, and execute new platform ideas for the CEO, such as audio or video podcasts, TV, radio, or other media opportunities that complement Office of the CEO initiatives, as well as the mission of Common Sense.
• Oversee the CEO's social media, content, and messaging strategy, including for major initiatives led out of the Office of the CEO that intersect with Advocacy and other programs.
• Draft statements, opinion editorials, speeches, and other long-form media on behalf of the CEO.
• Collaborate with Common Sense Marketing and Communications leadership and staff, as well as other members of the senior leadership team, to ensure that the CEO's work advances the mission of Common Sense.
• Collaborate with the Office of the CEO to implement the communications and event plans above, including preparing talking points and other supporting material for the CEO.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• 10+ years' experience in public affairs or communications-related leadership roles, including demonstrated communications thought leadership.
• Demonstrated experience leading high-level communications efforts with or on behalf of executives, public figures, or senior leaders.
• Strong network of relationships with top-tier reporters, editors, and other stakeholders in broadcast and digital media.
• Creative use of and experience with new media technologies preferred.
• Experience with events, conferences, campaigns, or high-level policy and thought leadership initiatives.
• Familiarity with communications or advocacy in policy, tech and media, or related fields is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, in tandem with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Extensive, successful writing and editing experience with print and online media.
• Experience and comfort with interacting across levels of an organization internally and externally, including senior executives.
• Four-year degree required; graduate degree strongly preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• The chance to work with a great team of talented, passionate developers and product people who have worked together for a long time and love what they're doing.
• Competitive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k).
• An organization that offers work-life balance.
• The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Head of Public Affairs will be the senior communications strategist for the Executive Office of Common Sense Media. They will work with the Office of the CEO and senior leadership to develop, manage, and implement a top-level communications strategy for the Executive team that amplifies and enhances the brand of the CEO and organization.
In this capacity, the Head of Public Affairs will proactively develop new, high-profile media, marketing, and thought leadership opportunities for the CEO and Executive leadership, and will also collaborate with our existing Marketing and Communications teams. They will advise the CEO on day-to-day public affairs and communications strategy across broadcast and digital media to advance the organization's profile and impact as the leading advocacy organization for children and families in the digital world.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Exempt
SALARY: $140,000–$190,000
REPORTS TO: Founder & CEO
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Lead and implement the overall communications and public affairs strategy of the Office of the CEO and Executive leadership team.
• Elevate the brand and profile of the CEO through day-to-day media relations and thought leadership events, while proactively shaping other major public speaking opportunities.
• Manage fast-paced, strategic response to breaking news to highlight the CEO's thought leadership.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with leading media outlets on behalf of the CEO. Leverage media partnerships for public releases that advance the organization's work and mission.
• Ideate, develop, and execute new platform ideas for the CEO, such as audio or video podcasts, TV, radio, or other media opportunities that complement Office of the CEO initiatives, as well as the mission of Common Sense.
• Oversee the CEO's social media, content, and messaging strategy, including for major initiatives led out of the Office of the CEO that intersect with Advocacy and other programs.
• Draft statements, opinion editorials, speeches, and other long-form media on behalf of the CEO.
• Collaborate with Common Sense Marketing and Communications leadership and staff, as well as other members of the senior leadership team, to ensure that the CEO's work advances the mission of Common Sense.
• Collaborate with the Office of the CEO to implement the communications and event plans above, including preparing talking points and other supporting material for the CEO.
WHAT YOU BRING:
• 10+ years' experience in public affairs or communications-related leadership roles, including demonstrated communications thought leadership.
• Demonstrated experience leading high-level communications efforts with or on behalf of executives, public figures, or senior leaders.
• Strong network of relationships with top-tier reporters, editors, and other stakeholders in broadcast and digital media.
• Creative use of and experience with new media technologies preferred.
• Experience with events, conferences, campaigns, or high-level policy and thought leadership initiatives.
• Familiarity with communications or advocacy in policy, tech and media, or related fields is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, in tandem with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Extensive, successful writing and editing experience with print and online media.
• Experience and comfort with interacting across levels of an organization internally and externally, including senior executives.
• Four-year degree required; graduate degree strongly preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• The chance to work with a great team of talented, passionate developers and product people who have worked together for a long time and love what they're doing.
• Competitive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k).
• An organization that offers work-life balance.
• The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Senior Director for California Policy is responsible for developing and executing Common Sense's California policy and advocacy priorities and representing Common Sense's overall mission and values in Sacramento and across the state. The role includes developing and moving legislation, working with the executive branch and state agencies, and managing advocacy partnerships.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $111,200 - $166,250
REPORTS TO : Chief Advocacy Officer
LOCATION : Sacramento, California
RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Lead Common Sense's California policy and advocacy team by setting direction for, managing, and ensuring timely, effective, and impactful implementation of our priorities.
• Represent Common Sense before the state's legislature and executive branch, with partnerships, in the news media, and in other public-facing events.
• Develop and manage relationships with elected officials and key staff in all branches of California government.
• Oversee and guide the work of other Common Sense California advocacy staff.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with California lobbying regulations.
• Align the California agenda with Common Sense's overall priorities.
• Communicate about Common Sense's California progress in written and oral forums.
• Support overall advocacy team priorities and other Common Sense priorities as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS :
• Minimum 10 years' experience in policy development, advocacy, and/or implementation in California.
• Strong relationships with California's political leadership, key staff, and other elected officials.
• Understanding of California's governmental structures, legislative process, and budget process.
• Knowledge of and interest in tech policy and the tech sector.
• Appreciation of Common Sense's mission and values.
• Strong negotiation and persuasive communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Passion for solving problems impacting children, including low-income children from across the state.
WHAT WE OFFER :
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Senior Director for California Policy is responsible for developing and executing Common Sense's California policy and advocacy priorities and representing Common Sense's overall mission and values in Sacramento and across the state. The role includes developing and moving legislation, working with the executive branch and state agencies, and managing advocacy partnerships.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time, exempt
SALARY RANGE: $111,200 - $166,250
REPORTS TO : Chief Advocacy Officer
LOCATION : Sacramento, California
RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Lead Common Sense's California policy and advocacy team by setting direction for, managing, and ensuring timely, effective, and impactful implementation of our priorities.
• Represent Common Sense before the state's legislature and executive branch, with partnerships, in the news media, and in other public-facing events.
• Develop and manage relationships with elected officials and key staff in all branches of California government.
• Oversee and guide the work of other Common Sense California advocacy staff.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with California lobbying regulations.
• Align the California agenda with Common Sense's overall priorities.
• Communicate about Common Sense's California progress in written and oral forums.
• Support overall advocacy team priorities and other Common Sense priorities as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS :
• Minimum 10 years' experience in policy development, advocacy, and/or implementation in California.
• Strong relationships with California's political leadership, key staff, and other elected officials.
• Understanding of California's governmental structures, legislative process, and budget process.
• Knowledge of and interest in tech policy and the tech sector.
• Appreciation of Common Sense's mission and values.
• Strong negotiation and persuasive communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Passion for solving problems impacting children, including low-income children from across the state.
WHAT WE OFFER :
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Internship
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Youth Initiatives internship is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get practical experience engaging with youth programs at a rapidly growing, national nonprofit. The ideal candidate will be a great team player who is detail-oriented and can work both collaboratively and independently.
LOCATION : San Francisco, CA, or remote
REPORTS TO : Marketing & Communications Manager
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Get hands-on experience working with Common Sense’s Youth Advisory Council and youth mental health initiatives.
• Research new avenues to recruit youth voices.
• Create digital content relating to Common Sense youth initiatives and youth mental health.
• Assist in the recruitment of applicants for the Fall 2023 cohort of the Youth Advisory Council.
• Pitch ideas for community building activities for youth council members.
• Conduct outreach to high schools and school districts to inform them about Common Sense’s youth initiatives.
• Assist in the creation of surveys to gain insights on youth challenges and interests.
• Offer feedback on previous Common Sense youth initiatives.
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :
• Create program frameworks.
• Conduct surveys with student respondents.
• Provide constructive feedback.
• Conceptualize strategies.
• Recruit high school students for youth programs, including application review and interviewing.
• Work in conjunction with adults and minors.
• Assist in research related to youth mental health.
WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE ON YOUR APPLICATION :
• Passion for mental health advocacy and awareness.
• Comfortability working directly with high school students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrated interest in youth programs, events, communications, or education.
• Prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong teamwork skills; cooperative working style.
• Detail-oriented personality with strong follow-through.
• Flexible and responsive work style; able to perform in a dynamic work environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Ideal start date: June 20, 2023.
• Ideal end date: August 25, 2023.
• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Interns need to be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns. Lunch & Learns will be every Wednesday from 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST).
• We will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
• This is a paid opportunity.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.
The Youth Initiatives internship is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get practical experience engaging with youth programs at a rapidly growing, national nonprofit. The ideal candidate will be a great team player who is detail-oriented and can work both collaboratively and independently.
LOCATION : San Francisco, CA, or remote
REPORTS TO : Marketing & Communications Manager
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Get hands-on experience working with Common Sense’s Youth Advisory Council and youth mental health initiatives.
• Research new avenues to recruit youth voices.
• Create digital content relating to Common Sense youth initiatives and youth mental health.
• Assist in the recruitment of applicants for the Fall 2023 cohort of the Youth Advisory Council.
• Pitch ideas for community building activities for youth council members.
• Conduct outreach to high schools and school districts to inform them about Common Sense’s youth initiatives.
• Assist in the creation of surveys to gain insights on youth challenges and interests.
• Offer feedback on previous Common Sense youth initiatives.
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :
• Create program frameworks.
• Conduct surveys with student respondents.
• Provide constructive feedback.
• Conceptualize strategies.
• Recruit high school students for youth programs, including application review and interviewing.
• Work in conjunction with adults and minors.
• Assist in research related to youth mental health.
WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE ON YOUR APPLICATION :
• Passion for mental health advocacy and awareness.
• Comfortability working directly with high school students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrated interest in youth programs, events, communications, or education.
• Prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong teamwork skills; cooperative working style.
• Detail-oriented personality with strong follow-through.
• Flexible and responsive work style; able to perform in a dynamic work environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Ideal start date: June 20, 2023.
• Ideal end date: August 25, 2023.
• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Interns need to be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns. Lunch & Learns will be every Wednesday from 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST).
• We will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
• This is a paid opportunity.
Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment Show more details...
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