Simmons College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Studies

Graphic Designer/Multimedia MarCom Specialist
Employer: JEOL USA, Peabody, MA

Job Description:
Prepare impactful trade show booth programs and promotion-related activity that effectively represent the company's corporate image, products, and services to JEOL customers and prospects. Design and production responsibilities will include: display signage, promotional collateral, art manipulation/optimization, and multi-media materials. Assist in the development and deployment of promotional and informational campaigns. The Specialist we hire will have a sense of project ownership, be uniformly adaptable, flexible and resourceful, enjoy working in the scientific instruments world, be comfortable with technology, be a fast learner who can teach themself, and be considerate and helpful.

Duties Include:
Essential Functions:
1. Receives work assignments from Marketing Manager based on current program/project needs and specialist's particular strengths and experience.
2. Meets/interacts with Sales, Marketing, and cross-functional teams to support current product lines and help formulate product communication project needs; or participates as a member of the sales and marketing team during official input sessions.
3. Reviews literature and relevant/previous marketing materials used in the assignment area, and gathers materials of competitive companies in the field.
4. Develops concepts/sketches/layouts of supporting graphics and consults with external resource representatives (i.e., exhibit production houses, printers, photographers, etc.) on the needs of the particular project. Presents recommendations (layout options, schedule, and budget) to marketing manager and/or product/sales team for review; makes revisions for final approvals.
5. Prepares multimedia presentations internally - as possible. Alternatively, arranges for the external development of similar-type presentations (FLASH, video, PPP, etc.). Prepares scripts/storyboards and recommends external production vendors. Oversees process to assure quality results in keeping with the parameters of the assignment (i.e., budget/due date).
6. Researches and recommends - as appropriate -"company gifts/giveaways" to leverage trade show theme and sales objectives.
7. Organizes and maintains records/notes about trade show activities (i.e., booth structures and promotional requirements, photo databases, associated activities) for review/analysis in order to recommend improvements for future show activities.

Additional Responsibilities:
1. May be referral person for questions on department communications materials (i.e., photos, multimedia presentations, display posters etc.)
2. If required, arranges for necessary presentation (visual/audio) aids for internal meetings. If required, provides recommendations for external meetings.
 3. May develop and coordinate multimedia packages—brochures, video, FLASH, point-of-purchase displays—for particular assignments.
4. May be called on by Senior Management or other members of the company for various communication tasks (i.e., document scanning; PPP adjustments/updates, CD/DCD duplicate production).

Requirements:
1. A bachelor's degree in communications, graphic arts, advertising; or relevant work experience. Portfolio of relevant work helpful.
2. At least five years of solid graphic design-layout/production experience, preferably with scientific/industrial products company, preparing trade show related graphics and promotional display items. Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, models; agency experience also helpful.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts. Ideal candidate will be technically skilled, with hands-on experience and comfort using standard/popular design programs & graphic arts tools/formats for print and multimedia production including Adobe Creative Suite (i.e., Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Corel Draw, Quark, FLASH), Excel, XML/HTML. Experience/knowledge of web and e-design principles helpful.
4. Ability to visualize and create a total corporate trade show experience that will effectively enhance JEOL's image. Tactics for consideration: booth graphic signage and all related booth materials, giveaways, and "showman-ship" ideas.
5. Able to understand logistical requirements and details related to trade show planning/scheduling/set-up and to design/produce booth graphics that work with a variety of trade show booth configurations and space requirements.
6. Dependable; desire to "pitch-in". Able to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously and to exercise good judgment. Successful candidate will possess initiative, flexibility and ability to work both independently and as a member of an in-house team.
 7. Able to work independently, adapt to a variety of responsibilities, to creatively solve problems, and effectively with deadlines and schedules; able to prioritize projects and self-monitor progress.
8. Ability to leverage existing concepts/materials.
9. Ability to learn new software and processes; suggest optional creative/production approaches for individual projects; may include software and peripheral upgrade recommendations.
10.  Familiarity with standard business operating procedures and systems (i.e., marketing strategy, tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems).
11. Ability to work with multiple external vendors and with a variety of international cultures.
12. Ability to attend specified trade events for research purposes and to assist as needed.

To Apply:
Resumes should be sent to: pcorkum@jeol.com

Proposal Analyst
Employer: Coventry Workers' Comp Services, Burlington, MA

Job Description:
Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes, and manage the development  and execution of a Proposal Management Plan

Provide leadership and support for the overall Request for Proposal (RFP) and Proposal effort, such as preparing mailing lists, researching procurement opportunities, and researching potential competitors or partners for specific opportunities

Direct the creation and review of an RFP response outline used as a key document design and control medium

Analyze the RFP bid requirements against the response outline to ensure both compliance and responsiveness

Research and identify all relevant company Proposal materials, boilerplate and intelligence, relevant to respective writing assignments.

Review completed proposal sections to ensure all RFP requirements are adequately addressed

Maintain the RFP schedule and conduct proposal progress status meetings

Develop review plans and ensure all comments are included in the final proposal

Review and edit all RFP and Proposal graphics, text inputs and layout, and suggest/make iterative draft changes as needed

Ensure the proper contextual integrity of each completed proposal section by coordinating with respective subject matter expert/contributor

Manage and coordinate the production, reproduction, and packaging of all Proposal hard and soft copies

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Liberal Arts

Expert project management skills and understanding of process management

3 - 5 years minimum experience writing successful responses for technical, cost, and management sections of proposals, preferably in a health care or insurance setting

Superior editing and written communication skills

Strong technical knowledge: Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Pragmatech RFP Machine and Express

Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy dealing with regulatory agencies, vendors, and all level of executives and managers

To Apply:
To apply please go to http://cvty.com/framesetdef.asp?contentid=4264&Community=member
and type in 81033 next to the "Job Requisition Number."

Public Relations Specialist
Employer: iRobot Corporation, Bedford, MA

Job Description:
iRobot Corporation is seeking an experienced public relations specialist to handle the day to day functions within the Marketing Communications group.  This individual must have a proven track record of working closely with the media as well as public relations agencies; they must be comfortable working in a fast paced innovative environment.

Duties Include:
Prioritize and direct incoming, time-sensitive press calls.

Provide hands-on assistance during press interviews and follow-up with materials and fact checks, as needed.

Work with Marketing Communications Director to determine the proper spokesperson for a call and method of response (interview, decline, email statement etc.)

Work with Marketing Communications Director and outside agency to pitch stories to reporters proactively on an as needed basis.

Rely on experience and industry knowledge to develop PR programs for priority products and people. Programs will include strategy overviews, key messages, target reporters and publications, and timelines.

Manage the review process for press releases, media statements, messaging documents and Q&As.

Distribute news releases and related news updates to external and internal audiences.

Manage internal tracking and measurement of press mentions, reporter databases, news release lists, and other documents.

Maintain and update the news section of the website and liaise with editor of internal website.

Maintain and develop relationships with both internal spokespeople (including top-level management, and divisional representatives) and the media. 

Attend industry functions, including conferences, meetings and other venues when needed.

Requirements:
4-year college degree with some coursework in public relations or communications.

3-7 years of experience working in media relations for a technology, consumer or defense company or in a public relations agency with similar clients.

Excellent telephone and interpersonal skills.

Excellent writing skills.

Proven ability to develop and execute PR plan.

An established relationship with members of the business, consumer, technology or defense/military press is a  plus.

Proven ability to set priorities and handle multiple, time-sensitive projects with accuracy.

Ability to work comfortably with staff at all levels of the organization and to interface comfortably with reporters.

Ability to work independently and to take initiative.

Computer literate with working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Experience working in a public company is a plus.

To Apply:
To apply, please contact Janet Nolan at www.iRobot.com.

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