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schedule_type: Full-time
Essence Corp, master distributor of fine fragrances and cosmetics for the Caribbean region and Travel Retail markets of the Americas has an immediate opening for an Account Manager.
This role will report directly to the Area Director...
The ideal candidate should be fluent in English & French (Spanish a plush) with an advanced level of Excel skills. Must be organized, detail oriented, strong analytical skills, self-driven, team player, and the ability
Essence Corp, master distributor of fine fragrances and cosmetics for the Caribbean region and Travel Retail markets of the Americas has an immediate opening for an Account Manager.
This role will report directly to the Area Director...
The ideal candidate should be fluent in English & French (Spanish a plush) with an advanced level of Excel skills. Must be organized, detail oriented, strong analytical skills, self-driven, team player, and the ability to multi-task in a very fast paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SALES MANAGEMENT:
• Reach customers sales objectives (sell-in and sell-out) by working closely with the sales coordinators to ensure ordering process is done smoothly
• Suggest orders based on visits and stock analysis from customer reports
• Send novelties suggested orders before the launch to guarantee launch implementation
• Follow-up on stock coverage (objective 0 ruptures)
• In charge of collecting payments
• Update our sell-out panel monthly (sales & trends) and send it to the brands
MARKETING:
• Improve brand image through qualitative animations and added visibility in store – Negotiate prime backwall space (being mindful not to take space already allocated to any Essence Divisions)
• HPP/SPP: Prepare by shipping the elements & negotiating orders prior to the events (working with the BAs and store managers). Send a recap of each animation with quantitative and qualitative results
• Events: Prepare and participate in the in-store events (perfume launches & skincare master classes) – this requires travelling on some weekends
• Novelties forecasts to be done with the sales director and brand manager
• Allocate the POSM for the customers yearly and follow-up on their shipping
• Present all the novelties to all the customers to book animations
• Suggest spiffs based on stock at POS and A&P allowance
• Follow-up on retailer’s implementation of social media package sent by marketing
MERCHANDISING:
• Merchandising: Improve brand image at POS (updating visuals & space with current guidelines)
• Ensure that the backwalls follow the merchandising guidelines provided by the brand and always travel with a copy to leave in each store
• Responsible to provide accurate visuals dimensions to marketing for them to produce them
TRAINING:
• In charge of training all the BAs in the dedicated territory (conference room and on-counter trainings)
• Executing the training, following each brand guidelines
• Managing the shipping of all the gifts and the production of the decoration
• Responsible to send training recaps after each one of them
MANAGEMENT OF BAs:
• Develop and motivate the BC team by communicating with them (via email, Whatsapp) and challenging them on sales objectives & achievements monthly.
BUDGETS & A&P:
• With the Sales Director, create the A&P and make sure not to overspend
• Full management of travelling and training budget and submitting expenses on time every month
• Responsible to provide finance back-ups for every invoice and to enter the invoice properly on Sage
BUSINESS TRIPS:
• Require travelling 3 to 4 times a year to key accounts and at least once a year to all accounts
• Prepare the trip calendar in advance and book the trips in advance
• Prepare the trip by sending the agenda & going with clear objectives (orders, space, animations, etc)
• Take pictures of all the brands during each visit and upload to server in a timely manner
• Send a recap after every trip with action plan and follow-up with the customer on its implementation
• Required to attend Orlando trade show and seminars
Qualifications:
The ability to travel 50%-60% of the time
2-3 years' relative experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English, French)
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and multi-tasking
Strong team player who works well in a collaborative environment
Proactive, driven, and quick learner Show more details...
This role will report directly to the Area Director...
The ideal candidate should be fluent in English & French (Spanish a plush) with an advanced level of Excel skills. Must be organized, detail oriented, strong analytical skills, self-driven, team player, and the ability to multi-task in a very fast paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SALES MANAGEMENT:
• Reach customers sales objectives (sell-in and sell-out) by working closely with the sales coordinators to ensure ordering process is done smoothly
• Suggest orders based on visits and stock analysis from customer reports
• Send novelties suggested orders before the launch to guarantee launch implementation
• Follow-up on stock coverage (objective 0 ruptures)
• In charge of collecting payments
• Update our sell-out panel monthly (sales & trends) and send it to the brands
MARKETING:
• Improve brand image through qualitative animations and added visibility in store – Negotiate prime backwall space (being mindful not to take space already allocated to any Essence Divisions)
• HPP/SPP: Prepare by shipping the elements & negotiating orders prior to the events (working with the BAs and store managers). Send a recap of each animation with quantitative and qualitative results
• Events: Prepare and participate in the in-store events (perfume launches & skincare master classes) – this requires travelling on some weekends
• Novelties forecasts to be done with the sales director and brand manager
• Allocate the POSM for the customers yearly and follow-up on their shipping
• Present all the novelties to all the customers to book animations
• Suggest spiffs based on stock at POS and A&P allowance
• Follow-up on retailer’s implementation of social media package sent by marketing
MERCHANDISING:
• Merchandising: Improve brand image at POS (updating visuals & space with current guidelines)
• Ensure that the backwalls follow the merchandising guidelines provided by the brand and always travel with a copy to leave in each store
• Responsible to provide accurate visuals dimensions to marketing for them to produce them
TRAINING:
• In charge of training all the BAs in the dedicated territory (conference room and on-counter trainings)
• Executing the training, following each brand guidelines
• Managing the shipping of all the gifts and the production of the decoration
• Responsible to send training recaps after each one of them
MANAGEMENT OF BAs:
• Develop and motivate the BC team by communicating with them (via email, Whatsapp) and challenging them on sales objectives & achievements monthly.
BUDGETS & A&P:
• With the Sales Director, create the A&P and make sure not to overspend
• Full management of travelling and training budget and submitting expenses on time every month
• Responsible to provide finance back-ups for every invoice and to enter the invoice properly on Sage
BUSINESS TRIPS:
• Require travelling 3 to 4 times a year to key accounts and at least once a year to all accounts
• Prepare the trip calendar in advance and book the trips in advance
• Prepare the trip by sending the agenda & going with clear objectives (orders, space, animations, etc)
• Take pictures of all the brands during each visit and upload to server in a timely manner
• Send a recap after every trip with action plan and follow-up with the customer on its implementation
• Required to attend Orlando trade show and seminars
Qualifications:
The ability to travel 50%-60% of the time
2-3 years' relative experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English, French)
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and multi-tasking
Strong team player who works well in a collaborative environment
Proactive, driven, and quick learner Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Essence Ventures: Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith. Its aim is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness. We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands: ESSENCE... Communications, Inc. (ESSENCE, Girls' United, Naturallycurly.com),
About Essence Ventures: Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith. Its aim is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness. We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands: ESSENCE... Communications, Inc. (ESSENCE, Girls' United, Naturallycurly.com), Beautycon, AFROPUNK and ESSENCE Studios. With nearly three decades under its belt, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture is a key entity of Essence Communications, Inc and is the intersection of celebrating community and empowering equity across the global Black diaspora. As the nation's largest festival by per day attendance, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, is a community and cultural staple, that takes place annually in the city of New Orleans. To maintain a keen focus to the festival, ESSENCE has created a newly formed dedicated, always-on festival team of cross-functional partners and disciplines working together on all aspects of pre, during and post festival activities, as well as planning ahead for future festivals.
About Essence Festival of Culture:
About the role: We are seeking an agile communications professional to manage and drive strategy and communications activation for the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, year-over-year, as an integral member of a cross-functional team dedicated to executing festival. We are looking for a motivated, results-driven professional to deliver press driving initiatives for the ESSENCE Communications, Inc brand, ESSENCE Festival of Culture, and related partners, sponsors, talent and other stakeholders for the annual festival. This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves, be proactive, highly organized and focused on exceeding performance goals and delivering immense earned media coverage and press opportunities. At the center of the marketing organization is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels. Our communications team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and earned-media performance, with this team member connecting the dots between these focus areas through the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
Reporting to Vice President of Communications, Essence Ventures, and overseeing PR related activities as a member of the Essence Ventures Communications team. This candidate will serve as primary lead on the newly created, always-on ESSENCE Festival of Culture team, managing PR strategy and communications responsibilities for ESSENCE Festival of Culture and also, related PR activities to support the business.
Core Job Responsibilities:
Serve as the communications lead for the signature ESSENCE Festival of Culture managing all press related needs, planning, engagement and on-site execution and event reporting and recaps.
Engage in daily interactions and communications with cross-functional disciplines (social, marketing, experiential activations, creative, etc)., as a core member of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture always-on core team.
Lead PR strategy and storytelling heading into festival for secured opportunities with national broadcast, print and online publications, as well as press engagement in the festival's hometown of New Orleans, LA.
Manage and collaborate with agency partners for maximum press opportunities and engagement.
Partner with communication teams across festival sponsors for mutually beneficial and collaborative press opportunities and amplification.
Oversee creation of PR-related communications - including, but not limited to: always-on strategy, press releases, media alerts, press credentials, crisis communications, photography shot lists, etc.
Maintain professionalism, quality and consistency across all communications related to the ESSENCE brand.
Engage with and proactively pitch strategic media channels that cater to storytelling objectives and goals within entertainment, consumer, lifestyle, culture, fashion and business media segmentations.
Work closely with Essence Ventures spokespeople, talent publicists and representatives for interview opportunities to amplify the Essence Festival of Culture messaging and news.
Assess and barter partnerships along with the incoming Marketing & Promotions Director and develop new opportunities (e.g., press junket)to increase the value of the sponsor benefits and event amplification.
Oversee and manage all on-site press activities at the Essence Festival of Culture in partnership with agency partners and Vice President of Communications.
Own the communications calendar for all Essence Festival of Culture PR activities.
Help manage budgets, timely billing and reporting and work with finance teams of agency partners for proper invoice processing.
Candidate Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations / Communications or related field.
Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in communications roles requiring exceptional written and verbal communication in relation to working with brands and/or entertainment properties.
Proven experience developing proactive, compelling, and creative communications plans and materials.
Knowledge of U.S. print, digital/online and broadcast media with a deep understanding of the evolving media and content creator landscape.
Strong base of media contacts and relationships with top-tier consumer, lifestyle, entertainment media.
Must be highly collaborative, agile and have the ability to work within a cross-functional team, matrixed organization.
Experience managing press credentials, engagement and relations at large-scale events and press days.
Position is based in New York, with the option of remote for the right candidate.
Salary Range/ Benefits:
$100K - $115K, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and EAP Show more details...
About Essence Festival of Culture:
About the role: We are seeking an agile communications professional to manage and drive strategy and communications activation for the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, year-over-year, as an integral member of a cross-functional team dedicated to executing festival. We are looking for a motivated, results-driven professional to deliver press driving initiatives for the ESSENCE Communications, Inc brand, ESSENCE Festival of Culture, and related partners, sponsors, talent and other stakeholders for the annual festival. This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves, be proactive, highly organized and focused on exceeding performance goals and delivering immense earned media coverage and press opportunities. At the center of the marketing organization is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels. Our communications team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and earned-media performance, with this team member connecting the dots between these focus areas through the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
Reporting to Vice President of Communications, Essence Ventures, and overseeing PR related activities as a member of the Essence Ventures Communications team. This candidate will serve as primary lead on the newly created, always-on ESSENCE Festival of Culture team, managing PR strategy and communications responsibilities for ESSENCE Festival of Culture and also, related PR activities to support the business.
Core Job Responsibilities:
Serve as the communications lead for the signature ESSENCE Festival of Culture managing all press related needs, planning, engagement and on-site execution and event reporting and recaps.
Engage in daily interactions and communications with cross-functional disciplines (social, marketing, experiential activations, creative, etc)., as a core member of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture always-on core team.
Lead PR strategy and storytelling heading into festival for secured opportunities with national broadcast, print and online publications, as well as press engagement in the festival's hometown of New Orleans, LA.
Manage and collaborate with agency partners for maximum press opportunities and engagement.
Partner with communication teams across festival sponsors for mutually beneficial and collaborative press opportunities and amplification.
Oversee creation of PR-related communications - including, but not limited to: always-on strategy, press releases, media alerts, press credentials, crisis communications, photography shot lists, etc.
Maintain professionalism, quality and consistency across all communications related to the ESSENCE brand.
Engage with and proactively pitch strategic media channels that cater to storytelling objectives and goals within entertainment, consumer, lifestyle, culture, fashion and business media segmentations.
Work closely with Essence Ventures spokespeople, talent publicists and representatives for interview opportunities to amplify the Essence Festival of Culture messaging and news.
Assess and barter partnerships along with the incoming Marketing & Promotions Director and develop new opportunities (e.g., press junket)to increase the value of the sponsor benefits and event amplification.
Oversee and manage all on-site press activities at the Essence Festival of Culture in partnership with agency partners and Vice President of Communications.
Own the communications calendar for all Essence Festival of Culture PR activities.
Help manage budgets, timely billing and reporting and work with finance teams of agency partners for proper invoice processing.
Candidate Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations / Communications or related field.
Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in communications roles requiring exceptional written and verbal communication in relation to working with brands and/or entertainment properties.
Proven experience developing proactive, compelling, and creative communications plans and materials.
Knowledge of U.S. print, digital/online and broadcast media with a deep understanding of the evolving media and content creator landscape.
Strong base of media contacts and relationships with top-tier consumer, lifestyle, entertainment media.
Must be highly collaborative, agile and have the ability to work within a cross-functional team, matrixed organization.
Experience managing press credentials, engagement and relations at large-scale events and press days.
Position is based in New York, with the option of remote for the right candidate.
Salary Range/ Benefits:
$100K - $115K, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and EAP Show more details...
via Salary.com
posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About us
Essence of Beauty Beauty Supply Boutique is a small business in Millbrook, AL 36054. We are data-driven, social and customer-centric...
Our work environment includes:
• Casual work attire
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training
• Flexible working hours
• Growth opportunities
Essence of Beauty is looking for a Beauty Sales Associate to offer personalized services to our customers to help them choose
About us
Essence of Beauty Beauty Supply Boutique is a small business in Millbrook, AL 36054. We are data-driven, social and customer-centric...
Our work environment includes:
• Casual work attire
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training
• Flexible working hours
• Growth opportunities
Essence of Beauty is looking for a Beauty Sales Associate to offer personalized services to our customers to help them choose the right hair, hair products, & cosmetics. Beauty Sales Associates responsibilities include suggesting products that meet clients’ needs and informing customers about product details, like ingredients, application methods and price. To be successful in this role, one must be customer-service oriented, familiar with a wide range of beauty products, self-directed, motivated, a hard worker, and most importantly, detail-oriented. Ultimately, you will help achieve our sales quotas while promoting our beauty products to clients.
Responsibilities (detailed)
• Greet customers upon their arrival
• Cross-sell beauty products, when appropriate (e.g. serums, body lotions and hair care products)
• Identify customer needs and recommend hair and hair products based on their preferences
• Help clients find products they’re looking for in our store
• Ensure proper presentation of products on shelves
• Explain to customers how to use products they’re interested in buying
• Advise customers on how to take care of their hair
• Inform customers on prices and special offers
• Replenish stock as needed
• Organizing products on the shelves as well in storage
• General cleaning
• Ability to lift 50lbs at a minimum
Skills
• Previous experience as a Beauty Sales Associate or similar role
• Customer service experience in retail stores is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of makeup, hair care, and hair products
• Ability to demonstrate and promote beauty products on the spot
• Understanding of which products suit different hair types
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and pleasant during peak hours
• High school diploma
• Additional education in Cosmetology or relevant field is a plus
• Pull, package, and ship online orders
We are looking forward to reading your application.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Hair Knowledge/Hair Care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
• Cosmetology License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
Essence of Beauty Beauty Supply Boutique is a small business in Millbrook, AL 36054. We are data-driven, social and customer-centric...
Our work environment includes:
• Casual work attire
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training
• Flexible working hours
• Growth opportunities
Essence of Beauty is looking for a Beauty Sales Associate to offer personalized services to our customers to help them choose the right hair, hair products, & cosmetics. Beauty Sales Associates responsibilities include suggesting products that meet clients’ needs and informing customers about product details, like ingredients, application methods and price. To be successful in this role, one must be customer-service oriented, familiar with a wide range of beauty products, self-directed, motivated, a hard worker, and most importantly, detail-oriented. Ultimately, you will help achieve our sales quotas while promoting our beauty products to clients.
Responsibilities (detailed)
• Greet customers upon their arrival
• Cross-sell beauty products, when appropriate (e.g. serums, body lotions and hair care products)
• Identify customer needs and recommend hair and hair products based on their preferences
• Help clients find products they’re looking for in our store
• Ensure proper presentation of products on shelves
• Explain to customers how to use products they’re interested in buying
• Advise customers on how to take care of their hair
• Inform customers on prices and special offers
• Replenish stock as needed
• Organizing products on the shelves as well in storage
• General cleaning
• Ability to lift 50lbs at a minimum
Skills
• Previous experience as a Beauty Sales Associate or similar role
• Customer service experience in retail stores is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of makeup, hair care, and hair products
• Ability to demonstrate and promote beauty products on the spot
• Understanding of which products suit different hair types
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and pleasant during peak hours
• High school diploma
• Additional education in Cosmetology or relevant field is a plus
• Pull, package, and ship online orders
We are looking forward to reading your application.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Hair Knowledge/Hair Care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
• Cosmetology License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
via Glassdoor
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Essence Ventures: Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith. Its aim is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness. We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands: ESSENCE... Communications, Inc. (ESSENCE, Girls' United, Naturallycurly.com),
About Essence Ventures: Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith. Its aim is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness. We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands: ESSENCE... Communications, Inc. (ESSENCE, Girls' United, Naturallycurly.com), Beautycon, AFROPUNK and ESSENCE Studios. With nearly three decades under its belt, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture is a key entity of Essence Communications, Inc and is the intersection of celebrating community and empowering equity across the global Black diaspora. As the nation's largest festival by per day attendance, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, is a community and cultural staple, that takes place annually in the city of New Orleans. To maintain a keen focus to the festival, ESSENCE has created a newly formed dedicated, always-on festival team of cross-functional partners and disciplines working together on all aspects of pre, during and post festival activities, as well as planning ahead for future festivals.
About Essence Festival of Culture:
About the role: We are seeking an agile communications professional to manage and drive strategy and communications activation for the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, year-over-year, as an integral member of a cross-functional team dedicated to executing festival. We are looking for a motivated, results-driven professional to deliver press driving initiatives for the ESSENCE Communications, Inc brand, ESSENCE Festival of Culture, and related partners, sponsors, talent and other stakeholders for the annual festival. This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves, be proactive, highly organized and focused on exceeding performance goals and delivering immense earned media coverage and press opportunities. At the center of the marketing organization is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels. Our communications team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and earned-media performance, with this team member connecting the dots between these focus areas through the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
Reporting to Vice President of Communications, Essence Ventures, and overseeing PR related activities as a member of the Essence Ventures Communications team. This candidate will serve as primary lead on the newly created, always-on ESSENCE Festival of Culture team, managing PR strategy and communications responsibilities for ESSENCE Festival of Culture and also, related PR activities to support the business.
Core Job Responsibilities:
• Serve as the communications lead for the signature ESSENCE Festival of Culture managing all press related needs, planning, engagement and on-site execution and event reporting and recaps.
• Engage in daily interactions and communications with cross-functional disciplines (social, marketing, experiential activations, creative, etc)., as a core member of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture always-on core team.
• Lead PR strategy and storytelling heading into festival for secured opportunities with national broadcast, print and online publications, as well as press engagement in the festival's hometown of New Orleans, LA.
• Manage and collaborate with agency partners for maximum press opportunities and engagement.
• Partner with communication teams across festival sponsors for mutually beneficial and collaborative press opportunities and amplification.
• Oversee creation of PR-related communications – including, but not limited to: always-on strategy, press releases, media alerts, press credentials, crisis communications, photography shot lists, etc.
• Maintain professionalism, quality and consistency across all communications related to the ESSENCE brand.
• Engage with and proactively pitch strategic media channels that cater to storytelling objectives and goals within entertainment, consumer, lifestyle, culture, fashion and business media segmentations.
• Work closely with Essence Ventures spokespeople, talent publicists and representatives for interview opportunities to amplify the Essence Festival of Culture messaging and news.
• Assess and barter partnerships along with the incoming Marketing & Promotions Director and develop new opportunities (e.g., press junket)to increase the value of the sponsor benefits and event amplification.
• Oversee and manage all on-site press activities at the Essence Festival of Culture in partnership with agency partners and Vice President of Communications.
• Own the communications calendar for all Essence Festival of Culture PR activities.
• Help manage budgets, timely billing and reporting and work with finance teams of agency partners for proper invoice processing.
Candidate Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations / Communications or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in communications roles requiring exceptional written and verbal communication in relation to working with brands and/or entertainment properties.
• Proven experience developing proactive, compelling, and creative communications plans and materials.
• Knowledge of U.S. print, digital/online and broadcast media with a deep understanding of the evolving media and content creator landscape.
• Strong base of media contacts and relationships with top-tier consumer, lifestyle, entertainment media.
• Must be highly collaborative, agile and have the ability to work within a cross-functional team, matrixed organization.
• Experience managing press credentials, engagement and relations at large-scale events and press days.
• Position is based in New York, with the option of remote for the right candidate.
Salary Range/ Benefits:
$100K - $115K, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and EAP Show more details...
About Essence Festival of Culture:
About the role: We are seeking an agile communications professional to manage and drive strategy and communications activation for the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, year-over-year, as an integral member of a cross-functional team dedicated to executing festival. We are looking for a motivated, results-driven professional to deliver press driving initiatives for the ESSENCE Communications, Inc brand, ESSENCE Festival of Culture, and related partners, sponsors, talent and other stakeholders for the annual festival. This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves, be proactive, highly organized and focused on exceeding performance goals and delivering immense earned media coverage and press opportunities. At the center of the marketing organization is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels. Our communications team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and earned-media performance, with this team member connecting the dots between these focus areas through the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
Reporting to Vice President of Communications, Essence Ventures, and overseeing PR related activities as a member of the Essence Ventures Communications team. This candidate will serve as primary lead on the newly created, always-on ESSENCE Festival of Culture team, managing PR strategy and communications responsibilities for ESSENCE Festival of Culture and also, related PR activities to support the business.
Core Job Responsibilities:
• Serve as the communications lead for the signature ESSENCE Festival of Culture managing all press related needs, planning, engagement and on-site execution and event reporting and recaps.
• Engage in daily interactions and communications with cross-functional disciplines (social, marketing, experiential activations, creative, etc)., as a core member of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture always-on core team.
• Lead PR strategy and storytelling heading into festival for secured opportunities with national broadcast, print and online publications, as well as press engagement in the festival's hometown of New Orleans, LA.
• Manage and collaborate with agency partners for maximum press opportunities and engagement.
• Partner with communication teams across festival sponsors for mutually beneficial and collaborative press opportunities and amplification.
• Oversee creation of PR-related communications – including, but not limited to: always-on strategy, press releases, media alerts, press credentials, crisis communications, photography shot lists, etc.
• Maintain professionalism, quality and consistency across all communications related to the ESSENCE brand.
• Engage with and proactively pitch strategic media channels that cater to storytelling objectives and goals within entertainment, consumer, lifestyle, culture, fashion and business media segmentations.
• Work closely with Essence Ventures spokespeople, talent publicists and representatives for interview opportunities to amplify the Essence Festival of Culture messaging and news.
• Assess and barter partnerships along with the incoming Marketing & Promotions Director and develop new opportunities (e.g., press junket)to increase the value of the sponsor benefits and event amplification.
• Oversee and manage all on-site press activities at the Essence Festival of Culture in partnership with agency partners and Vice President of Communications.
• Own the communications calendar for all Essence Festival of Culture PR activities.
• Help manage budgets, timely billing and reporting and work with finance teams of agency partners for proper invoice processing.
Candidate Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations / Communications or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in communications roles requiring exceptional written and verbal communication in relation to working with brands and/or entertainment properties.
• Proven experience developing proactive, compelling, and creative communications plans and materials.
• Knowledge of U.S. print, digital/online and broadcast media with a deep understanding of the evolving media and content creator landscape.
• Strong base of media contacts and relationships with top-tier consumer, lifestyle, entertainment media.
• Must be highly collaborative, agile and have the ability to work within a cross-functional team, matrixed organization.
• Experience managing press credentials, engagement and relations at large-scale events and press days.
• Position is based in New York, with the option of remote for the right candidate.
Salary Range/ Benefits:
$100K - $115K, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and EAP Show more details...
via Salary.com
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Excited to be starting a new restaurant in the heart of Elkhart! Essence has officially launched with a soft opening period . We are eagerly seeking for enthusiastic, outgoing, and professional severs along side our team! We strive for excellence and perfection while still giving the best customer service possible. The team member role is more than just a job. It's an opportunity. In addition to... working directly for self-contained management ,
Excited to be starting a new restaurant in the heart of Elkhart! Essence has officially launched with a soft opening period . We are eagerly seeking for enthusiastic, outgoing, and professional severs along side our team! We strive for excellence and perfection while still giving the best customer service possible. The team member role is more than just a job. It's an opportunity. In addition to... working directly for self-contained management , team members gain life experience beyond only serving a great product in a family oriented environment.
Role
• As a member of our Host / SA team you will greet and seat guests upon arrival and retrieve coats on exit. During service task may include running food, filling beverages, assisting in FOH needs etc..
Benefits
• Flexible Hours: We will try our very best to accommodate with family time, school ext.
• Food discounts: You will get 50% off your meal when working that night, and 25% off with a group of four when coming in on a day off.
• Working directly with the owner/GM of the restaurant: All of the executives will be there to teach you and help you grow, you will always be known by name because you are important.
• Tip Pool: Hosts / SA will be included in a tip structure
• Fun place to work: At Essence we consider you to be more than just a co-worker, we are a team. When in the hospitality industry it can be hard to balance the home life with the work load, we want to be your safe place.
Shifts: Tuesday- Saturday (evenings) arrival at 3:30
Restaurant type: Fine Dining
Experience: 1-2 years Hospitality (Preferred)
If you have any questions please feel free to email!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Employee discount
Physical setting:
• Fine dining restaurant
Shift:
• Evening shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Elkhart, IN 46516: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
Role
• As a member of our Host / SA team you will greet and seat guests upon arrival and retrieve coats on exit. During service task may include running food, filling beverages, assisting in FOH needs etc..
Benefits
• Flexible Hours: We will try our very best to accommodate with family time, school ext.
• Food discounts: You will get 50% off your meal when working that night, and 25% off with a group of four when coming in on a day off.
• Working directly with the owner/GM of the restaurant: All of the executives will be there to teach you and help you grow, you will always be known by name because you are important.
• Tip Pool: Hosts / SA will be included in a tip structure
• Fun place to work: At Essence we consider you to be more than just a co-worker, we are a team. When in the hospitality industry it can be hard to balance the home life with the work load, we want to be your safe place.
Shifts: Tuesday- Saturday (evenings) arrival at 3:30
Restaurant type: Fine Dining
Experience: 1-2 years Hospitality (Preferred)
If you have any questions please feel free to email!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Employee discount
Physical setting:
• Fine dining restaurant
Shift:
• Evening shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Elkhart, IN 46516: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
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posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
ABOUT ESSENCE COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Essence Communications is the number one—and only 100% Black-owned—media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities. With a community of more than 31 million Black women, ESSENCE inspires a global audience through diverse storytelling and immersive original content rooted in Culture, Equity and Celebration. The brand's... multi-platform presence in/ publishing, experiential
ABOUT ESSENCE COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Essence Communications is the number one—and only 100% Black-owned—media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities. With a community of more than 31 million Black women, ESSENCE inspires a global audience through diverse storytelling and immersive original content rooted in Culture, Equity and Celebration. The brand's... multi-platform presence in/ publishing, experiential and online encompasses its namesake magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; and signature live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, ESSENCE Black Women in Sports, Fashion House, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Corporate Counsel is a transformative team member who aids in the Law Department and delivers legal and business affairs services to the Company.
What you'll do...
-Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating wide range of complex commercial contracts, including production, sponsorship, agency, consulting, talent, influencer, trademark and content licensing, vendor services, marketing and co-branded content, digital distribution, venue licenses, real estate leases, publicity consents, photo releases, non-disclosure, and confidentiality agreements
-Providing legal counsel to internal business units and company leadership on various advertising, marketing, intellectual property, social media, sweepstakes, privacy, and data laws, concerning such topics as fair use, music synchronization, FTC, consumer protection laws, and data privacy
-Providing legal counsel on human resources matters, drafting independent contractors and employment agreements
-Reviewing and advising on editorial content
-Developing the Company’s policies on industry-specific issues, corporate governance, and regulatory affairs
-Crafting and reviewing legal strategy in response to litigation
-Tracking all Company contractual obligations, legal documents, and legal proceedings
-Coordinating fillings of licensing forms and other statutory requirements
-Communicating with outside counsel
What you have...
J.D. Degree
Must be a member of good standing of the New York or California Bar
Must have 3-5 years’ experience working in-house counsel for a media or entertainment company
Strong academic credentials
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of marketing-related business practices, including advertising, copyright, privacy, and technology
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Knowledge of Salesforce, Smartsheets and Pivot Tables a plus
Effective written and oral communication skills and adaptable communication style for interacting with team members, upper management, and clients
Quick study and self-starter
Time management and organization skills to handle negotiation and execution of multiple Company initiatives
Leadership skills to motivate team members and manage inter-departmental workflows
Analytical and problem-solving skills for creative solutions to complex problems
Full suite of benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more
Salary 125k to 135k Show more details...
Essence Communications is the number one—and only 100% Black-owned—media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities. With a community of more than 31 million Black women, ESSENCE inspires a global audience through diverse storytelling and immersive original content rooted in Culture, Equity and Celebration. The brand's... multi-platform presence in/ publishing, experiential and online encompasses its namesake magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; and signature live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, ESSENCE Black Women in Sports, Fashion House, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Corporate Counsel is a transformative team member who aids in the Law Department and delivers legal and business affairs services to the Company.
What you'll do...
-Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating wide range of complex commercial contracts, including production, sponsorship, agency, consulting, talent, influencer, trademark and content licensing, vendor services, marketing and co-branded content, digital distribution, venue licenses, real estate leases, publicity consents, photo releases, non-disclosure, and confidentiality agreements
-Providing legal counsel to internal business units and company leadership on various advertising, marketing, intellectual property, social media, sweepstakes, privacy, and data laws, concerning such topics as fair use, music synchronization, FTC, consumer protection laws, and data privacy
-Providing legal counsel on human resources matters, drafting independent contractors and employment agreements
-Reviewing and advising on editorial content
-Developing the Company’s policies on industry-specific issues, corporate governance, and regulatory affairs
-Crafting and reviewing legal strategy in response to litigation
-Tracking all Company contractual obligations, legal documents, and legal proceedings
-Coordinating fillings of licensing forms and other statutory requirements
-Communicating with outside counsel
What you have...
J.D. Degree
Must be a member of good standing of the New York or California Bar
Must have 3-5 years’ experience working in-house counsel for a media or entertainment company
Strong academic credentials
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of marketing-related business practices, including advertising, copyright, privacy, and technology
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Knowledge of Salesforce, Smartsheets and Pivot Tables a plus
Effective written and oral communication skills and adaptable communication style for interacting with team members, upper management, and clients
Quick study and self-starter
Time management and organization skills to handle negotiation and execution of multiple Company initiatives
Leadership skills to motivate team members and manage inter-departmental workflows
Analytical and problem-solving skills for creative solutions to complex problems
Full suite of benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more
Salary 125k to 135k Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
New Voices Foundation's Community Management team is responsible for managing the interactions between the foundation, its portfolio companies, other key stakeholders, and partners. They do this through online and offline channels, as well as via digital platforms such as Slack and our membership site. Additionally, they coordinate cohort activities that support the community, and collaborate... with the ecosystem to ensure joint communications
New
New Voices Foundation's Community Management team is responsible for managing the interactions between the foundation, its portfolio companies, other key stakeholders, and partners. They do this through online and offline channels, as well as via digital platforms such as Slack and our membership site. Additionally, they coordinate cohort activities that support the community, and collaborate... with the ecosystem to ensure joint communications
New Voices Foundation is looking for a community manager to plan and produce engagement with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners. This individual will also manage the foundation's digital platforms, including Slack and a membership site. They will be responsible for cohort activities that support community building and collaboration with the ecosystem to manage joint communications.
The ideal candidate for this position will have an entrepreneurial mindset, be flexible in their thought processes, and be able to build and foster an omni-channel community. They will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be proficient in tools for developing marketing content, managing social media channels, event production, and project management. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be strategic
What You'll do:
• Community management
• Plan and produce New Voices Foundation's online and offline community engagement with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners
• Plan and manage cohort activities to support community
• Collaborate with New Voices ecosystem to manage joint communications
• Manage New Voices Foundation's digital community platforms, including LinkedIn, Slack & membership site
• Marketing & Communications
• Develop and execute our content strategy across owned and earned media
• Develop and manage communications, media plans and ecosystem partner relationships on behalf of the organization
• Manage social media accounts (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Data Operations & Reporting
• Support, manage, and optimize New Voices membership site and data collection tools (Survey Monkey, Mailchimp)
• Design frameworks to measure and report the ROI/outcomes of community engagements with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners (including NPS, sentiment, etc.)
• Produce annual impact report providing feedback to management and stakeholders
What you Have:
• Entrepreneurial mindset and flexibility of thought processes
• Ability to build and foster omni-channel community
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with tools for developing marketing content, managing social media channels, event production, and project management
• Strategic, organized, and able to execute
• 4 years experience in community management, public relations, marketing and social media (ideally in an investment, entrepreneurial or startup environment)
New Voices Foundation is a ground-breaking, community-building effort designed to build a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem for women of color to advance their significant contributions to our economy and society. Driven by its PACE (Purpose.Access.Capital.Expertise.) model, New Voices offers women of color entrepreneurs access to capital, leadership development, skill-building, and networking opportunities via entrepreneurial summits, accelerators, bootcamps, grants, mentoring and coaching, and more Show more details...
New Voices Foundation is looking for a community manager to plan and produce engagement with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners. This individual will also manage the foundation's digital platforms, including Slack and a membership site. They will be responsible for cohort activities that support community building and collaboration with the ecosystem to manage joint communications.
The ideal candidate for this position will have an entrepreneurial mindset, be flexible in their thought processes, and be able to build and foster an omni-channel community. They will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be proficient in tools for developing marketing content, managing social media channels, event production, and project management. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be strategic
What You'll do:
• Community management
• Plan and produce New Voices Foundation's online and offline community engagement with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners
• Plan and manage cohort activities to support community
• Collaborate with New Voices ecosystem to manage joint communications
• Manage New Voices Foundation's digital community platforms, including LinkedIn, Slack & membership site
• Marketing & Communications
• Develop and execute our content strategy across owned and earned media
• Develop and manage communications, media plans and ecosystem partner relationships on behalf of the organization
• Manage social media accounts (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Data Operations & Reporting
• Support, manage, and optimize New Voices membership site and data collection tools (Survey Monkey, Mailchimp)
• Design frameworks to measure and report the ROI/outcomes of community engagements with portfolio companies, key stakeholders, and partners (including NPS, sentiment, etc.)
• Produce annual impact report providing feedback to management and stakeholders
What you Have:
• Entrepreneurial mindset and flexibility of thought processes
• Ability to build and foster omni-channel community
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with tools for developing marketing content, managing social media channels, event production, and project management
• Strategic, organized, and able to execute
• 4 years experience in community management, public relations, marketing and social media (ideally in an investment, entrepreneurial or startup environment)
New Voices Foundation is a ground-breaking, community-building effort designed to build a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem for women of color to advance their significant contributions to our economy and society. Driven by its PACE (Purpose.Access.Capital.Expertise.) model, New Voices offers women of color entrepreneurs access to capital, leadership development, skill-building, and networking opportunities via entrepreneurial summits, accelerators, bootcamps, grants, mentoring and coaching, and more Show more details...
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posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Part-time
If you are a self-motivated individual with a desire to learn and grow with a company, we are looking for you. This job will require packaging of product and other responsibilities outside of working the sales floor. We are looking for someone to fill a part time position, evening and weekend availability is a must!
We are looking for a results driven retail BudTender to be responsible for... retail sales. This position will report to the general
If you are a self-motivated individual with a desire to learn and grow with a company, we are looking for you. This job will require packaging of product and other responsibilities outside of working the sales floor. We are looking for someone to fill a part time position, evening and weekend availability is a must!
We are looking for a results driven retail BudTender to be responsible for... retail sales. This position will report to the general manager who has been working with the company for over a year. The successful candidate will be able to work in a highly-regulated environment, enhance customer satisfaction, and meet sales and profitability goals.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to...
• Meet daily and weekly sales goals.
• Ensure high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent service.
• Assist customers with questions about products and opinion based questions.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
• Deal with issues that arise from customers.
• Be a shining example of good behavior and high performance.
Skills
• Proven successful experience as a retail sales person.
• Unafraid of POS and related software.
• Customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Maine resident with current valid Maine ID.
• Must be able to pass the background check required to become a Caregiver Assistant.
• Basic knowledge of cannabis.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle cash register in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• The ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, prolonged standing, walking and kneeling.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Shift:
• Day shift
• Evening shift
Weekly day range:
• Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our staff safe, we're following all of Maine's recommended retail guidelines. We provide masks, gloves, and sanitizer.
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
We are looking for a results driven retail BudTender to be responsible for... retail sales. This position will report to the general manager who has been working with the company for over a year. The successful candidate will be able to work in a highly-regulated environment, enhance customer satisfaction, and meet sales and profitability goals.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to...
• Meet daily and weekly sales goals.
• Ensure high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent service.
• Assist customers with questions about products and opinion based questions.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
• Deal with issues that arise from customers.
• Be a shining example of good behavior and high performance.
Skills
• Proven successful experience as a retail sales person.
• Unafraid of POS and related software.
• Customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Maine resident with current valid Maine ID.
• Must be able to pass the background check required to become a Caregiver Assistant.
• Basic knowledge of cannabis.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle cash register in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• The ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, prolonged standing, walking and kneeling.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Shift:
• Day shift
• Evening shift
Weekly day range:
• Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our staff safe, we're following all of Maine's recommended retail guidelines. We provide masks, gloves, and sanitizer.
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
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posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Essence Ventures
Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith.
Its goal is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness...
We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands:
ESSENCE Communications, Inc.
(ESSENCE, Girls United.
Naturallycurly.com),Beautycon,
About Essence Ventures
Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith.
Its goal is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness...
We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands:
ESSENCE Communications, Inc.
(ESSENCE, Girls United.
Naturallycurly.com),Beautycon, AFROPUNK and ESSENCE Studios.
About You
We are seeking a dynamic Director of Social Media to drive the development and implementation of an Essence Ventures cross-brand strategy while guiding a team of 4-5 social marketers todeliver on that vision.
We are looking for a problem-solver who is results-oriented with an exceptional record of developing profitable engagement marketing programs and who is highly focused on meeting and exceeding digital performance goals.
This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves to drive change at a company that is rapidly growing to meet the ever-evolving needs of our communities.At the center of our marketing is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels.
Our social team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and digital performance,with this leader connecting the dots between it all.
About the Role
Team Leadership/Department Strategy
Oversees a team of 4-5 social marketers + community managers responsible for all B2C digital marketing channels - this role will interface with cross-functional teams (Consumer marketing, Content and Editorial, Product/Growth, Brand, PR, and Creative to drive marketing success against core goals for the department
Develops long-term approach and strategic social vision for Essence Ventures and each of its brands delivering against growth and performance metrics (audience/platform growth, audience referrals, engagement, etc.) while deepening relationships with core consumers (voice, tone, engagement, community management, etc.)
Creates launch plans for new capabilities in line with strategic vision for social across platforms and delivers traffic driving initiatives by leading with innovation
Collaborates and forms relationships across internal cross functional partners to build from their strategic focus areas to a complete platform vision, and path to execution
Drives operational excellence by evaluating, evolving and establishing new processes to drive team workflows, increased productivity; Develops team best practices for (campaign management) seasonal and daily marketing
Develops global strategies for organic and paid social marketing
Platform Partnership Management
Serves as primary point of contact for our social partners globally (Meta, TikTok, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.)
Conducts regular business reviews with each platformand deliver recommendations for ongoing partnership and relationship development to senior leadership
Evaluates social partner portfolio to best leverage platform superpowers and provides strategic recommendations on which partnerships to leverage to specific outcomes
Drive business intelligence across our social partners and engages then for platform pilots and beta testing
Platform Excellence
Defines annual and quarterly KPIs in partnership with cross functional teams; implements process for tracking those benchmarks and delivering monthly reports on progress
Informs and delivers behavior trends thatimpact our overall approach to social, marketing and content
Updates and sets governance, policies and procedures and requirements for engagement and ongoing management of channels
Develops creative approach for social in partnership with Creative team
The ideal candidate is/has:
Strategic, innovative and intentional about driving social success across community and performance KPIs
Highly motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit ; Can work independently, while also building strong internal relationships and cross-functional consensus on critical initiatives.
A problem-solver who has strong analytical skills ; Comfortable leveraging social data to drive decisions and has a passion for continuous testing and optimization.
Strong leadership skills and a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop high-performing and highly engaged teams.
Operates well in a fast-paced environment , managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing time and resources based on business impact.
Passion for delighting and advocating for our communities and has deep understanding of how and when to influence consumer behavior
Self-starter who is hands-on, solutions-oriented and can prioritize (sometimes competing) objectives and canwork under pressure
10+ years in a professional social media-related position or comparable experience
7+ managing dynamic and growing teams and its members
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and Employee Assistance Program.
Salary 120k to 150k Show more details...
Essence Ventures was established with the goal to articulate through experiences, media, technology, and commerce, that Black is not a monolith.
Its goal is to show the spectrum of Black existence, as it is lived every day, and use that to return value to the greatness of Blackness...
We accomplish this mission and vision through four incredible and distinct brands:
ESSENCE Communications, Inc.
(ESSENCE, Girls United.
Naturallycurly.com),Beautycon, AFROPUNK and ESSENCE Studios.
About You
We are seeking a dynamic Director of Social Media to drive the development and implementation of an Essence Ventures cross-brand strategy while guiding a team of 4-5 social marketers todeliver on that vision.
We are looking for a problem-solver who is results-oriented with an exceptional record of developing profitable engagement marketing programs and who is highly focused on meeting and exceeding digital performance goals.
This person should be prepared to roll up their sleeves to drive change at a company that is rapidly growing to meet the ever-evolving needs of our communities.At the center of our marketing is a shared mission of Black storytelling, Black celebration, and product innovation across a range of channels.
Our social team plays a critical role in brand stewardship and digital performance,with this leader connecting the dots between it all.
About the Role
Team Leadership/Department Strategy
Oversees a team of 4-5 social marketers + community managers responsible for all B2C digital marketing channels - this role will interface with cross-functional teams (Consumer marketing, Content and Editorial, Product/Growth, Brand, PR, and Creative to drive marketing success against core goals for the department
Develops long-term approach and strategic social vision for Essence Ventures and each of its brands delivering against growth and performance metrics (audience/platform growth, audience referrals, engagement, etc.) while deepening relationships with core consumers (voice, tone, engagement, community management, etc.)
Creates launch plans for new capabilities in line with strategic vision for social across platforms and delivers traffic driving initiatives by leading with innovation
Collaborates and forms relationships across internal cross functional partners to build from their strategic focus areas to a complete platform vision, and path to execution
Drives operational excellence by evaluating, evolving and establishing new processes to drive team workflows, increased productivity; Develops team best practices for (campaign management) seasonal and daily marketing
Develops global strategies for organic and paid social marketing
Platform Partnership Management
Serves as primary point of contact for our social partners globally (Meta, TikTok, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.)
Conducts regular business reviews with each platformand deliver recommendations for ongoing partnership and relationship development to senior leadership
Evaluates social partner portfolio to best leverage platform superpowers and provides strategic recommendations on which partnerships to leverage to specific outcomes
Drive business intelligence across our social partners and engages then for platform pilots and beta testing
Platform Excellence
Defines annual and quarterly KPIs in partnership with cross functional teams; implements process for tracking those benchmarks and delivering monthly reports on progress
Informs and delivers behavior trends thatimpact our overall approach to social, marketing and content
Updates and sets governance, policies and procedures and requirements for engagement and ongoing management of channels
Develops creative approach for social in partnership with Creative team
The ideal candidate is/has:
Strategic, innovative and intentional about driving social success across community and performance KPIs
Highly motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit ; Can work independently, while also building strong internal relationships and cross-functional consensus on critical initiatives.
A problem-solver who has strong analytical skills ; Comfortable leveraging social data to drive decisions and has a passion for continuous testing and optimization.
Strong leadership skills and a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop high-performing and highly engaged teams.
Operates well in a fast-paced environment , managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing time and resources based on business impact.
Passion for delighting and advocating for our communities and has deep understanding of how and when to influence consumer behavior
Self-starter who is hands-on, solutions-oriented and can prioritize (sometimes competing) objectives and canwork under pressure
10+ years in a professional social media-related position or comparable experience
7+ managing dynamic and growing teams and its members
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and Employee Assistance Program.
Salary 120k to 150k Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
School Aide Position
Position...
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the School Aide is a school-based support role that assist in all operations functions necessary to run a high-performing school. This includes facilities, food services, and academic operations support. The School Aide serves as a key member of the school’s Operational Team, ensures that the school’s operations meet high standards of operational excellence, and enables
School Aide Position
Position...
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the School Aide is a school-based support role that assist in all operations functions necessary to run a high-performing school. This includes facilities, food services, and academic operations support. The School Aide serves as a key member of the school’s Operational Team, ensures that the school’s operations meet high standards of operational excellence, and enables instructional leaders and staff to focus on driving strong student achievement outcomes.
This position requires a results-oriented organizational team member with confidence, who inspires their team to work towards a common goal, and approaches the work with integrity and conviction.
Responsibilities:
• Supervising student arrivals, dismissal, and late-arrivals.
• Supervising sessions of recess and lunch.
• Daily prepare menu items as outlined on the food production record.
• Perform all tasks within a given time frame and serve customers with a reasonable degree of speed.
• Cashier, when assigned, following departmental cash handling procedures.
• Assist the Operations Director in maintaining precise Food Production Records by consistently and accurately reporting any additional foods prepared or discarded.
• Assist in the clean-up process by putting food away, washing pots and pans, sweeping and mopping, and putting stock away.
• Demonstrate sound safety and sanitation practices.
• Present an image of professionalism by following department guidelines for personal hygiene and dress code.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (classroom, restroom, hallway, recess, busing, field trips, lunch, playground, etc.)
• Assists with keeping students on task and provide additional assistance to individual students or small groups who need extra help or monitoring.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom by straightening out chairs, tables, & clearing chalkboards, etc.
• Assisting operational and teaching staff with tasks that include but are not limited to:
• Maintaining storage and supply areas.
• Assisting with unpacking/checking of materials.
• Making copies and distributing materials to classes or students.
• Supporting after-school and family events, as necessary.
• Modeling/promoting, to create a cohesive school culture of academic success and family.
• Supporting the school as directed by the Director of Operations.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) required.
• At least 2 years of experience in an urban school setting required.
• Ability to build strong elementary school culture and positive relationships required.
• Ability to execute good judgment with an ability to navigate challenging situations required.
• Strong work ethic, self- reflective, and continuously seeks new challenges to learn new things & grow & improve performance is required.
• Ability to work as a team with others and collaborate effectively with colleagues required.
• Ability to take ownership & sets high expectations for all aspects of the school required.
• A track record of strong quantitative student achievement results preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs required Show more details...
Position...
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the School Aide is a school-based support role that assist in all operations functions necessary to run a high-performing school. This includes facilities, food services, and academic operations support. The School Aide serves as a key member of the school’s Operational Team, ensures that the school’s operations meet high standards of operational excellence, and enables instructional leaders and staff to focus on driving strong student achievement outcomes.
This position requires a results-oriented organizational team member with confidence, who inspires their team to work towards a common goal, and approaches the work with integrity and conviction.
Responsibilities:
• Supervising student arrivals, dismissal, and late-arrivals.
• Supervising sessions of recess and lunch.
• Daily prepare menu items as outlined on the food production record.
• Perform all tasks within a given time frame and serve customers with a reasonable degree of speed.
• Cashier, when assigned, following departmental cash handling procedures.
• Assist the Operations Director in maintaining precise Food Production Records by consistently and accurately reporting any additional foods prepared or discarded.
• Assist in the clean-up process by putting food away, washing pots and pans, sweeping and mopping, and putting stock away.
• Demonstrate sound safety and sanitation practices.
• Present an image of professionalism by following department guidelines for personal hygiene and dress code.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (classroom, restroom, hallway, recess, busing, field trips, lunch, playground, etc.)
• Assists with keeping students on task and provide additional assistance to individual students or small groups who need extra help or monitoring.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom by straightening out chairs, tables, & clearing chalkboards, etc.
• Assisting operational and teaching staff with tasks that include but are not limited to:
• Maintaining storage and supply areas.
• Assisting with unpacking/checking of materials.
• Making copies and distributing materials to classes or students.
• Supporting after-school and family events, as necessary.
• Modeling/promoting, to create a cohesive school culture of academic success and family.
• Supporting the school as directed by the Director of Operations.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) required.
• At least 2 years of experience in an urban school setting required.
• Ability to build strong elementary school culture and positive relationships required.
• Ability to execute good judgment with an ability to navigate challenging situations required.
• Strong work ethic, self- reflective, and continuously seeks new challenges to learn new things & grow & improve performance is required.
• Ability to work as a team with others and collaborate effectively with colleagues required.
• Ability to take ownership & sets high expectations for all aspects of the school required.
• A track record of strong quantitative student achievement results preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs required Show more details...
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