Wachsman · 10 hours ago
Broadcast Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates expertise in broadcast media relations.
Communicates big-picture logistics, creative story ideas, and media tactics to the team.
Craft media pitches using excellent writing skills and your own unique vision; define and adjust strategies appropriately.
Provides direct counsel and is seen as a media expert plus a valuable partner by the client.
Drafts press materials (e.g. media pitches or press releases) requiring minimal edits from senior leaders.
Writes and edits client materials.
Able to lead client meetings and presentations independently.
Works alongside the CEO to build visibility for the agency.
Facilitates professional development opportunities for the agency (i.e. lunch and learns, etc.).
Leadership: taking responsibility for your own actions and being a team player. Leading the team to the common goal of producing innovative and interesting media angles to gain the interest of top-tier broadcast news outlets.
Seeks new development opportunities to refine skills and industry expertise.
Serving as a trusted adviser, providing new thinking/strategic insight to clients and across the consultancy, and communicating effectively with a strong personal presence and impact.
Maintaining a thorough understanding of the dynamics and workings of the agency’s process as it relates to the client’s business.
Demonstrating a commitment to industry, agency, and clients by mastering industry knowledge and understanding clients’ businesses.
Qualification
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Required
Preferably 8-10 years of broadcast production, journalist experience, broadcast booking experience, or agency experience with demonstrated success of broadcast media placements.
Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are a must.
Established contacts in broadcast media outlets and the ability to develop unique story ideas.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrates exemplary follow-through and execution skills.
Embraces new methodologies with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Excellent communication, organizational, writing, and presentation skills.
Aptitude for thinking creatively and sharing effective, creative ideas with clients.
Excellent knowledge of the media landscape. Must understand the technology and business media landscape inside and out.
Professional, client-ready demeanor and presence in all communications and interactions (video, email/slack, in-person when applicable).
Strong strategic-thinking skills; demonstrated ability to handle and tactfully manage stressful situations.
Demonstrates strong decision-making abilities and accountability.
Displays integrity and sound judgment when working with colleagues and clients.
Proactive problem-solving & solutions-oriented in internal and external matters.
Exceptional work ethic and motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain high social, organizational, and professional standards in job-related activities.
Excellent interpersonal skills: developing client rapport and building and maintaining strong working relationships.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred
Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, digital media, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Experience working with clients in financial technology, B2B technology, or similar industries.
Experience working within the blockchain, crypto, and financial services industry is a plus.
Company
Wachsman
Wachsman is a global, communications-based strategy consultancy.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Wachsman
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Jay Cassano
Chief Growth Officer
Recent News
2022-09-19
2022-04-08
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