Fall Public Relations Internship at The Walters Art Museum

The Walters Art Museum is pleased to offer opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students, and those in between degree programs, to intern in the Office of Public Relations for a period that corresponds to his or her institution’s fall 2010 semester system. The internship is for a minimum of ten weeks, and the intern works 12-15 hours per week. No stipend is offered for these internships. Students are responsible for arranging academic credit with their sponsoring institutions. The Walters seeks applications from undergraduate juniors and seniors, graduate students or recent graduates majoring in communications, public relations, marketing, arts management or museum studies programs.
Job Description: The office of public relations is looking for public relations interns with excellent writing and critical thinking skills who are organized and detail-oriented and can work independently in a fast paced environment. Microsoft Word, Excel and Access computer skills are necessary as well as fluency with social media.

Tasks could include: Working directly with the Manager of Public Relations on special exhibitions ranging from a children’s book illustrator to medieval European art by collecting press coverage from traditional and online media outlets, researching possible media outlets for the exhibitions, assisting in the drafting of short media advisories related to public programming, drafting fact sheets and bimonthly media calendars, website research and database work. It is a very small office so there would inevitably be "other tasks as assigned."
Please submit the following:
• Cover letter explaining your objectives for the internship and future career goals
• Resume
• Transcript
• Two letters of academic reference

Please send all of your materials, either together or under separate cover, by August 20 to:
John Shields
Manager of Docent and Internship Programs
Walters Art Museum
600 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
For more information please contact John Shields at (410) 547-9000, ext 235 or jshields@thewalters.org.

Communications Specialist Position

Communications Specialist @ People For the American Way -- Washington, DC

Communications Specialist*

People For the American Way is a national organization dedicated to defending constitutional and civil rights and promoting the democratic
values of citizen participation, freedom of expression, freedom of religion and equal opportunity for all. The Communications Specialist works with other staff to help shape communications strategies; build working
relationships with the media to position the organization as an expert resource on a range of issues, including constitutional rights and civil liberties, public education, and the Religious Right political movement and
its allies. The position is located in Washington, DC and reports to the Press Secretary.
*Responsibilities: *
• Respond to media queries.
• Prepare press releases, statements, advisories, news kits, and
other media materials.
• Participate in organizing and executing press events.
• Pitch story ideas to print, broadcast, and Internet media, with
appropriate follow-up.
• Arrange media interviews for PFAW spokespersons.
• Assist in the preparation of PFAW briefing materials for
spokespersons.
*Qualifications: *
• Excellent writing skills and ability to generate copy under tight
deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional phone manner.
• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and tenacity for handling multiple
issues and deadlines.
• Creativity and initiative to seek out new approaches and contacts.
• Solid computer skills, including especially word processing,
Internet research and database management.
• At least two years experience in a communications role for an
advocacy organization, public relations firm, association, or elected
official.
• Desirable skills include fluency in Spanish; experience with video
and still photography; and graphic design experience.
• Familiarity with specialty and minority outlets, including African
American and Hispanic outlets, desirable.
• Interest in progressive issues and public interest commitment.
*To apply:*
* *
Send resume, statement of interest, and three writing samples to Human
Resources, People For the American Way, 2000 M St., NW, Suite 400,
Washington, DC 20036, email to hr@pfaw.org

*People For the American Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*
People For the American Way

Landau Summer Experience Public Relations Internship

Applications Now Being Accepted for The Landau Summer Experience!
Landau Public Relations is now accepting applications for its summer internship program – The Landau Summer Experience.
Students who have completed their junior year with a sound academic record and a passion to learn more about our industry are invited to apply.

This program will give you hands-on experience at a public relations agency. You’ll learn from all of our areas of expertise, and in return, we’ll help you build your portfolio with solid writing examples and real results.

This is a paid, full-time internship (June – August 2010) in Cleveland.

Ready to start your future this summer? Apply by going to www.LandauPR.com/profile_careers and printing an application. For more information, contact Hallie Fisher at hfisher@landaupr.com. No phone calls, please.

DEADLINE: Friday, March 5, 2010

Dispatch Group Job Postings

Current Job Openings as of January 27, 2010
Assignment Manager (Job #200ME): 10TV News HD, Central Ohio’s News Leader, seeks an Assignment Manager to plan and drive hard
news coverage for the number one station in Central Ohio. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day news coverage,
executing enterprise coverage, and long-range news planning. Must have exceptional news judgment, be extremely resourceful, and make
enterprising a priority. Must be able to manage assignment editors, assist crews with computer assisted reporting skills, and own breaking
news utilizing satellite and live trucks, and state of the art helicopter. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills
coupled with the ability to work effectively under pressure. This position requires at least three years experience on the assignment desk
and previous supervisory experience.
Weekend Morning Meteorologist/Reporter (Job #200BR): WBNS 10TV, Central Ohio’s News Leader, seeks a weekend morning
meteorologist and reporter. The successful candidate will be responsible for anchoring 10TV’s weekend morning weathercasts and weather
producing and/or weather reporting three days per week. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable of severe weather, possessing
the skills to deliver a dynamic weathercast as well as excellent reporting skills. This position requires previous experience as a television
meteorologist and reporter, familiarity with current television weather systems, techniques and equipment, including live radar. A
bachelor’s degree in meteorology is preferred.
IT/Broadcast Technician (Job #200TB): WBNS-10TV seeks a highly motivated IT/Broadcast Technician who will be responsible for the
maintenance of server based broadcast equipment. The successful candidate will handle project installation and layout of television and
network equipment, maintain and repair IT based broadcast equipment, support IT functions including company intranet and software
development as well as cross train on all traditional and developing broadcast technologies. This position requires a minimum of two years
experience in IT maintenance and installation, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Three to five years experience in
broadcast television maintenance and a bachelor’s degree in IT related field strongly preferred. Visio Drawing and Mac, and Microsoft
preferred. Willingness to obtain CDL and ability to take on-call rotation and to work unusual hours, including holidays and weekends,
required.
Photographer (Job #200SB): The #1 station in the 32nd market seeks a photojournalist who is passionate about great storytelling.
WBNS-10TV, Central Ohio’s News Leader, is committed to enterprising, hard news coverage. We’ve been awarded the ONPA station of
the year 6 times and we would like to win a 7th. Must be creative, aggressive, a collaborator and journalist, non-linear and P2 experience a
plus. Must fly in our state of the art helicopter and learn how to operate our FLIR stabilized camera.
Producer (Job #200DM): WBNS-10TV, Central Ohio’s News Leader, is looking for a dynamic producer to join our award- winning team.
Candidate must know how to differentiate and showcase a newscast that is urgent and relevant to the viewer. WBNS-10TV has all of the
tools necessary to produce a compelling newscast- SNG truck, multiple ENG trucks, station-owned helicopter with pilot, investigative and
special projects unit. WBNS is a CBS affiliate and privately owned by the Dispatch Printing Company which has a long history of quality
journalism and commitment to the community. If you thrive on winning, we want to hear from you!
Account Executive (Job #100DM): 97.1The Fan has an immediate opening for a highly motivated, seasoned media sales professional. The
Fan is passionate about partnering with clients to grow their business; this position offers the opportunity to utilize your creativity and
problem solving skills to meet daily challenges. The successful candidate will be responsible for partnering with current clients to increase
their business while developing additional revenue through non-traditional and online opportunities as well as new business development. If
you are a leader on your team, love to win and have a history of solving problems and building strong relationships, this may be an excellent
fit for you. This position requires previous media sales experience, excellent oral and written communication skills, strong presentation and
negotiation skills, and the ability to think outside the box.
Staff Engineer (Job #100GA): RadiOhio has an immediate opening for a staff engineer to work in our state of the art, fully digital
facility. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include assisting in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of
broadcast equipment including ENCO DAD automation systems, Klotz Digital audio routing system, studio equipment, remote equipment,
telephone systems, computer networks and servers, satellite downlinks, AM, FM & C-Band transmission systems and related equipment.
The ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor degree, or equivalent experience and/or certification, in broadcast electronics,
telecommunications or related field, above average computer and verbal skills, and the ability to perform repairs at the component level.
Ability to multi-task and work various hours and days, including some weekends and holidays. Must be available for on-call status 24/7.
Preference given to candidates holding a Society of Broadcast Engineers certification and a combination Broadcast/IT background.
Qualified applicants may apply online at www.dispatchbroadcast.com. Dispatch Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We
are a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Public Relations Internship

Wilt Public Relations
Commerce Pointe
Suite 247
20 S. Limestone St.
Springfield, OH 45502
Compensation: Paid; Portfolio also upon completion
Start Date: Immediately
End Date: Through Project Completion
Reports to: Sara McKinniss, Account Manager
Summary of Position Responsibilities:
Wilt Public Relations is in search of an eager learner who is willing to take initiative to learn more
about this exciting, fast-paced communication field. Wilt PR needs someone who can handle the
responsibility of working on non-profit accounts and other duties as assigned. The intern will work
with company president to implement a contest entry, marketing and development of materials
showcasing Springfield’s beautification assets for entry in the national America in Bloom competition,
which will be judged in summer 2010. The abilities to multitask, think creatively, manage time
and handle deadlines with grace are necessary for this position. The Public Relations Intern will
conduct research, write copy and assist with creative concept development and will require the
completion of some administrative tasks as well. The intern will learn about public relations in a
hands-on, creative, forward-thinking environment. You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio
to show to future employers and will have full access to all of your work upon completion of your
internship.
Desired Qualications:
Wilt PR is looking for a college student that is seeking a degree in Communication, Public Relations,
Journalism, Advertising, Marketing or other communication-related field. The candidate needs to be
a self-starter who possesses both excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates that
apply must be familiar with both Windows and Macintosh (Apple) Operating Systems and Microsoft
Office. Any knowledge or training a candidate has had in Adobe Creative Suite is also
preferred, as well as past public relations or marketing experiences.
Candidates interested in applying
are required to submit a cover letter, resume and two brief writing samples.
Send materials to:
Sara McKinniss
sara@wiltpr.com
Suite 247
20 S. Limestone St.
Springeld, OH 45502
937.688.3878
www.wiltpr.com