Issue 93: A Friday night edition with 50 roles, plus 2 content picks on the state of the current job market

Part 1: Get Informed 

Understanding the State of the Hiring Market: Chief Economist for LinkedIn, Karin Kimbrough shared key findings from LinkedIn’s latest monthly report. Given the importance of what she shared, I’m including a good portion of her post (verbatim below): 

"The share of job transitions among members has declined across the globe year-over-year since late 2022 with a median decline of 13%.  

Job seeking activity across the globe is on the rise, which has coincided with a decline in job postings, leading to increased competition between job seekers. More specifically, we’ve observed an increase in the average number of active applicants for a single job posting on LinkedIn across several major markets with the exception of France.  

Industries across the board are increasingly competitive 

Overall, across the globe, the ongoing hiring slowdown continues. However, growth prospects point to better days for the labor market next year. How quickly this will actually materialize remains to be seen."

Workday’s data also supports this trend of increased applications per job posting. (Thank you to Kevin Blasko for getting this report onto my radar.  

Workday’s September 2024 Global Workplace Report explains: 

"Job applications grew four times faster than requisitions in the first half of 2024. 

We also found that employers have raised experience requirements, with 59% of our study respondents saying this trend is likely to continue over the next 12 months. This stands to exacerbate the issue, making it even harder for job seekers to find jobs." 

Part 2: Find Your Next Role 

Reminder: I am not affiliated with the recruiting or hiring for any of the spotlighted roles below. Please use your normal due diligence when researching any positions further.

Remote (7) 

Internal Comms Specialist, Language Line Solutions, US-Remote. Via Lorena G 

Brand Copywriter, Lattice, US-Remote. Via Andy P 

3 Account Director (Public Relations) roles, SBS Comms, US-Remote. Via Brady L 

Senior Motion Designer, BILL, US-Remote. Via Vanessa 

Director, Public Affairs, Bezos Academy, US-Remote. Via Katie F 

Director, Product Marketing, Kindsight, US or Canada Remote. Via Julia S 

Multiple Locations (4) 

Lead Technical Producer, Disney, Glendale, CA or Orlando, FL. Via Katie C 

Manager, Content Management-Tax Forms, Wolters Kluwer, Wichita, KS, Coppell, TX or Kennesaw, GA-Hybrid. Via Karin A 

Senior Manager, Corp Comms, Tubi, NYC or Los Angeles, CA. $133K-$180K. Via Seana S 

VP of Customer Value Marketing, Synchrony, Full list of locations in the job posting. Via Molly 

Boston Metro (2) 

Digital Marketing & Comms Specialist, Foley Hoag LLP, Boston, MA. Via Alyssa M 

Sr Creative – Art & Copy, Communications Collaborative, Boston, MA. Via Alexandra C 

NYC Metro (6) 

Account Executive, Client Leadership, Dentsu Creative, NYC. $51K-$83K. Via Shawn B 

Copywriter, Possible, NYC. $117K-$123K. Via Scott S 

Advertising Enablement Manager (Retail), TikTok, NYC. $103K-$244K. Via Alexandria 

Director of Medical Strategy-VP, FCB Health, NYC-Hybrid. Via Joy G 

Digital Marketing Manager, Penguin Teen, Penguin Random House, NYC-Hybrid. $70K-$73K. Apply by Oct 11th. Via Eboni 

Senior Manager, Marketing Strategy, JP Morgan Chase, NYC. $95K-$140K. Via Callie M 

Washington DC (2) 

DC Program Manager, Eisenhower Institute (Gettysburg College), Washington DC. Apply by October 4th. Via Tracie P 

Program Manager, Greening America’s Cities, Bezos Earth Fund, Washington DC. $120K-$150K. 

Southeast 

Manager, Americas Corporate Comms, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Atlanta, GA. Via Karen C 

Midwest (10) 

Communications Coordinator, Safelite, Columbus, OH. Via Melina M 

Marketing Director, Rise Brands, Columbus, OH. Via Erin F 

Producer, Real Truck, Inc, Ann Arbor, MI. Via Stephen P 

Philanthropy Director, Lever for Change, Chicago, IL or Remote. $145K. Via Karen M 

Associate Director, Digital Marketing and Communications, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Via Amber 

Senior Communications Director, Transportation, Infrastructure & Mobility, Morreale Communications, Rosemont, IL. Via Danielle W 

Lead Communications Specialist, Minnesota Nurses Association, Minneapolis, MN. Via Lauren B 

Marketing Manager, Kahler Automation, Minneapolis, MN. Via Colt S 

Chief Communications Officer, Goodwill Industries of Kansas, Wichita, KS. Via Jennifer 

Account Executive, Brand Consulting, CSS, Kansas City, MO. Via Joi T 

Texas (3) 

Program Manager, No Child Hungry Texas, Share Our Strength, Austin, TX. $65K-$75K. Via Mia M 

Corporate Partnerships Marketing Manager, Dallas Cowboys, Frisco, TX. Via Rob S 

Website and Brand Manager, XPS Solutions, Richardson, TX. Via Andrew S 

Northern CA (2) 

Digital and Experiential Marketing Manager, Ani & Cat, LLC, San Jose, CA-Hybrid. Via Catherine P 

Copywriter, Roblox, San Mateo, CA-Hybrid. $110K-$139K. Via Daniel T 

Southern CA (3) 

Two marketing roles, Hulu (Part of Disney), Santa Monica, CA. Via Paloma A 

• Manager, Licensing Marketing (Hulu) - $102K-$136K 

• Senior Manager, Hulu + Live TV Marketing - $123K-$165K 

Director, Marketing Communications, Procore Technologies, Orange County, CA-Remote. $169K-$232K. Via Bill B 

Pacific Northwest (2) 

Account Executive-Brand Consulting, CAA, Seattle, WA. Via Joi T 

Senior Campaigns & Advocacy Manager, Public Affairs, Microsoft, Redmond, WA. Via Katie J 

Outside of the United States (8) 

Three creative roles, Good People, Toronto, Canada. Via Sarah S 

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR & SENIOR COPYWRITER  Looking for a dynamic duo to join a non-traditional agency that creates culturally-driven work for some of the world’s most iconic brands. The Senior Team will come up with innovative and out-of-the-box ideas that stand out and earn attention.   We’re looking for teams with 5+ years of experience and solid portfolios that demonstrate ideas that go beyond traditional advertising (could include brand acts, social activations, experiences, interesting brand collaborations/partnerships, etc.). Requires 2 days per week onsite in Toronto.    INTERMEDIATE COPYWRITER  Seeking a versatile writer with ~3 - 5 years of experience to join an award-winning creative agency. Wide range of work including experiential, traditional advertising, public relations and social & influencer. Solid mix of well-known brands to sink your teeth into! Talented, kind leadership and great opportunity for learning, growth and career development. Targeting $65 - $80K depending on experience. Requires 2 days per week onsite in Toronto. 

Content Designer, Benevity, Barcelona, Spain. Via Lois B 

Senior Manager, Fan Events & Marketing Integration, The Lego Group, Billund, Denmark. Via Emily M 

Senior Manager, Partner Comms and Global Projects, A&O Shearman, London, England. Via Craig A 

Marketing Manager, The Living Room Cinema, Liphook, UK. Via Claire B 

Global Integrated Marketing Manager, Articulate, United Kingdom-Remote. Via Monika S 

An Unpaid / Educational program from Penguin Random House (Shared by Eboni): 

This might not be for everyone, but sharing in case there is someone in the audience looking for a pivot and interested in learning about the publishing industry: 

Publishing Pathways is an unpaid educational opportunity designed for mid-level professionals who are interested in transitioning to a career in publishing. After choosing between marketing, publicity or sales, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the publishing industry, acquire and/or hone essential skills, meet professionals in their desired functional area, and have their cover letters and resumes reviewed by recruiters in human resources.    

The program, which runs from October 15, 2024- November 14, 2024, consists of three (3) phases:   

Phase 1: Attend 2 classes/workshops/panels related to marketing skills—October 14-18  

Phase 2: Two Informational Interviews—October 21-November 1 

Phase 3: Cover letter and resume review—November 4- November 15 

Applicants must thoroughly answer all application questions and submit a cover letter and resume to be considered. To learn more about the program:  

Publicity Pathways Program 

Marketing Pathways Program 

Sales Pathways Program 

Part 3: Tap into the Power of Community 

Paying it forward and giving back is central to how I am wired so it’s no surprise that this next post from Abbey Danczak grabbed my attention this week (and yes, I’ve already sent an email to express personal interest in participating as a mentor): 

Calling all friends in marketing/communications - want to give back to the industry we love? Julie Haynes Beaty has established Women in Advertising & Communications at Michigan State University College of Communication Arts and Sciences, including an impactful mentoring program for students. Being a MSU alumna is not a requirement. If interested, reach out via email to beatyjul@msu.edu for more information 

Did you enjoy the September Surge events (or have FOMO for missing out)? Be sure to check out the latest post from Daniel Mendez. He outlines some virtual and in-person hangouts coming up in the next couple of months. (He also shares roles regularly using the hashtag #commsjobs – so be sure to give him a follow) 

Speaking of who to follow... below I am spotlighting some of the comms and marketing pros that are going the extra mile to amplify open roles on LinkedIn. For a more complete list, be sure to follow the hashtag #hiringheroes. 

Jason Bernstein (Shares roles on Mondays and Thursdays) 

Kevin Blasko (Strictly Internal newsletter on Fridays) 

Rob Blasko (Events and Experiential roles on Thursday) 

Julie Fleischer (Shares roles regularly) 

Marc Goldberg (Shares roles regularly) 

Marni Gordon (Publishes Marni’s Midlife Marketer newsletter and shares roles regularly) 

Sarah Kittel (Shares roundups of comms roles) 

Becca Martin (Shares roles throughout the week) 

Amanda Ponzar (Shares roles regularly) 

Brad Russell (Publishes Brad’s List and shares roles regularly) 

Leah Rosenfeld (Leah Job List) 

Dan Shortridge (Shares roles in Philly and Delaware) 

Dan Shuftan (Shuftan Job Report) 

Jade Walters (internships and early career opps) 

That is all for this edition (and week). Have a great weekend!