Marketing Specialist
Implements multi-channel marketing tactics, managing CRM data, creating engaging social media content, and supporting webinars and podcasts
Analyzes campaign performance, optimizes lead generation, and maintains the marketing calendar, ensuring all projects align with expectations
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive customer engagement and deliver measurable results, staying current with trends to enhance marketing
About the Company
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Chicago, Gagen MacDonald is a wholly owned subsidiary of APCO, a global advisory and advocacy communications consultancy. We are a woman-owned, people-focused transformation consulting firm and trusted partner to the C-suite. We are dedicated to accelerating human-centered transformation and enhancing business performance by connecting strategy, structure and culture to purpose, brand and reputation.
For more than 25 years, we have been working with organizations to navigate the human struggle of change. Working from the inside out, we change the employee experience through culture, communication, leadership and design. We are always seeking to meet curious, catalytic learners who are excited by the unknown and passionate about the role large companies can play in shaping a better world.
About the Job
The Marketing Specialist will be responsible for supporting a wide range of marketing initiatives across CRM management, content creation, social media, events and podcasts. You will be comfortable setting up, maintaining, and optimizing marketing activities across a variety of channels. The ideal candidate will assist in supporting all aspects of marketing tactics and campaign execution.
You will be an essential part of a dynamic marketing team, assisting with initiatives that engage customers and deliver measurable results. This role is designed for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has a passion for driving marketing success. Reports to Director of Marketing. The role will be located in Chicago, New York or Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
CRM Support:
Support HubSpot database management to ensure data hygiene including maintaining tiered contact lists, segmenting audiences and ensuring high deliverability for email campaigns
Set up and support management of campaigns across HubSpot and Bitly, creating tracking UTM links to measure and optimize performance across multiple channels
Create and implement forms on website and landing pages to drive lead generation
Create A/B testing and nurture campaigns to continuously improve engagement
Measure, analyze and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, tracking key metrics and aligning results with business objectives
Build and optimize landing pages for webinar and roundtable events
Content Creation:
Assist in the creation of short-form content for social media, email campaigns and blog posts, ensuring alignment with brand voice and goals
Convert long-form content into concise, digestible snippets tailored to various audiences to maximize engagement across platforms
Write compelling blog posts to expand the company’s thought leadership
Marketing Support:
Maintain the annual marketing calendar, ensuring all initiatives are planned and executed on schedule
Establish and maintain an organized and well-communicated schedule for all initiatives
Provide ongoing project management support, as needed
Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to inform innovative strategies and tactics
Ensure all marketing projects meet internal expectations with respect to quality, budget, and timelines
Social Media Support:
Develop and maintain a social media calendar that aligns with editorial calendar and overall marketing strategy
Propose engaging social media topics and collaborate with marketing team members topics to post
Manage and implement paid social media campaigns, promoting select posts to boost engagement and reach
Events Support:
Collaborate with business development team to support planning for webinar or roundtable events
Set up, test and deploy webinars and roundtables, coordinating logistics, content and technology to ensure seamless execution
Lead the promotion of webinars and roundtables including email invitations, creating and managing registration pages, sending follow-up emails, providing the playback, and sending thank you messages
Host live webinars, engage with attendees via chat or Q&A, and monitor attendance to ensure a smooth experience
Oversee post-webinar lead nurturing, ensuring integration with Hubspot to track and engage leads
Podcast Project Management:
Project manage the end-to-end production of podcasts, serving as the primary point of contact with the podcast production agency
Identify, research and secure podcast guest speakers, coordinating scheduling and preparing background information for interviews
Review and approve social media posts and promotional snippets created by the production agency to ensure consistency with brand voice and goals for use in promotion
Promote podcasts on the company website, YouTube and LinkedIn to maximize reach and engagement
Qualifications
HubSpot experience required
Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, journalism or a related field; advanced degree a plus
2-4 years' experience in marketing
Excellent verbal communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Knowledge of social media platforms and trends
Excellent verbal communication skills
Strong writing skills, especially the ability to articulate complex situations or topics simply and in an engaging style
Work well in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and occasional last-minute requests
BizDev Representative
Initiates relationships with potential partners for EAB and EAB Seramount, identifying key executives and scheduling meetings for Partner Development Execs
Utilizes various resources, including Salesforce and social media, to strategically contact qualified leads through cold calling, email, and social media outreach
Maintains accurate prospect records, participates in training sessions, and learns product content, while contributing to strategic outreach plans and goals
About the Company
At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.
At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities.
About the Job
The Partner Development organization develops innovative sales and marketing strategies to generate new business opportunities for EAB and EAB Seramount, a strategic business dedicated to advancing DE&I in the workplace. A key team member, the Partner / Business Development Representative (PDR) is responsible for initiating relationships with prospective partners and optimizing team interactions. PDRs identify executives who may benefit from EAB or EAB Seramount products and services, leverage resources to connect with qualified leads, and schedule meetings for Partner Development Executives (PDEs) to meet and further advance those prospective relationships.
PDRs can expect to acquire deep insight into the education industry, as well as workplace DE&I best practices, while refining their commercial outreach skills. Assignment to EAB or EAB Seramount is primarily based on business need, and candidates should indicate whether they have an interest in higher education and/or DE&I. This role may be based in Richmond, VA or Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
Schedule sales meetings for PDEs to meet with prospective partners, working towards weekly, monthly, and quarterly goals
Leverage all available resources – such as Salesforce, external sources (e.g. social media, news alerts, etc.), and predictive modeling tools – to strategically identify and contact qualified executives and organizations
Communicate with current and prospective partners via cold calling, email and social media
Create and execute strategic outreach plans to support new business acquisition goals
Follow up with inbound leads within designated time periods
Maintain and update prospect records in Salesforce; update Salesforce with relevant research and scheduling information
Participate in regular PDR training and coaching sessions to hone demand generation skills
Attend Partner Development organization team meetings and territory strategy sessions
Learn EAB and EAB Seramount product content and research
Complete additional product-specific responsibilities as needed (e.g. creating proposals and RFPs, booking contracts, etc.)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with excellent academic record
Strong oral and written communication skills
Goal-oriented nature
Proven experience managing multiple, competing priorities
Must possess at least three of the following:
Sales or fundraising experience
Customer service experience
Experience working in a team environment
Experience in an office setting
Leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to meet or exceed a quantitative goal
Ability to effectively communicate and persuade by email and phone with executives
Demonstrates poise, maturity, and resilience with internal and external audiences
Experience with Salesforce
Commitment to valuing diversity, practicing inclusive behaviors, and contributing to an equitable working and continual learning environment in support of EAB’s DE&I Promise
AD, Strategic Writer
Interprets complex RFPs, developing winning proposals that demonstrate EAB's value and address client needs, while managing a personal queue of RFPs
Creates and refines RFP content, ensuring accuracy and alignment with product updates and market trends, and manages EAB's content library
Expands knowledge of EAB's offerings, analyzes competitive landscapes, and serves as a consultant on RFP best practices, ultimately contributing to success
About the Company
At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.
At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities.
About the Job
The Associate Director, Strategic Writer develops winning content for request for proposal (RFP) responses as part of a multi-million dollar sales enablement team. Working with a variety of stakeholders across EAB, they use their creativity and problem-solving skills to identify how EAB’s products can satisfy RFP requirements, exceed customer needs, and provide greater value than the competition. Every RFP is a learning opportunity and the Associate Director takes full advantage of this to develop subject matter expertise and serve as an advisor and strategist for the RFP team. The role demands intellectual curiosity, strong project management skills, initiative, and excellent writing skills.
This is the ideal position for a self-starter who is eager to make a highly visible impact on EAB’s commercial success in a high stakes, fast paced role. The Associate Director role offers the right candidate a defined career path, a unique perspective on firm strategy, and the opportunity to build relationships with leaders across EAB’s commercial, product, and delivery teams, among others. This role may be based in Richmond, VA or Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
Interpret RFPs, strategic plans, customer insights, and other data to determine customer needs; use creativity and problem solving to develop winning proposal strategies
Build compelling, persuasive RFP responses by leveraging a library of RFP content and developing new content as necessary to meet RFP requirements, convey EAB’s vision for partnership, and address competitors
Independently manage personal RFP queue, which will include balancing multiple competing deadlines and ad-hoc requests, while consistently producing high caliber work
Develop and update content to reflect product changes, adapt to market shifts, respond to competitors, develop standard responses to frequent RFP questions, etc.
Manage EAB’s RFP content library by ensuring that all content is accurate, up-to-date, and reflects the latest RFP content, product positioning, and competitive intelligence
Work with sales, product, and marketing teams on RFP responses and product-specific questions
Proactively seek out opportunities to expand knowledge of EAB’s products, customers, markets, and competitors by reviewing internal documentation, attending trainings, meeting with subject matter experts, conducting original research, and other means
Use the RFP process to develop competitive intelligence and disseminate it to relevant teams at EAB
Serve as consultant on RFP response best practice to commercial and account management teams
Provide other support to the RFP team and the broader strategy and operations team as necessary
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
5+ years in a writing, marketing, or sales enablement role
Strong writing skills and comfort in a writing-intensive role
Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong project management skills
Expertise in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with cloud-based content management platforms (Box, Dropbox, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Curiosity: possesses a strong desire to learn and constantly deepen knowledge related to the role
Initiative: identifies problems, develops solutions, and delivers improvements without external prompting
Independence: operates effectively with little oversight, while also seeking support when needed
Growth mindset: aware of the limits of your own knowledge and abilities and unafraid to ask for help or feedback for continuous improvement
Organization: deftly manages large volumes of information, deadlines, and resources
Speed: effectively prioritizes and delivers results without sacrificing quality
Resourceful: finds and creates solutions to overcome obstacles in the relentless pursuit of right answer
Adaptability: solves complex problems and successfully manages ambiguity and unexpected change
Collaboration: strives for personal achievement while also supporting team members and overall team success
Commitment to valuing diversity, practicing inclusive behaviors, and contributing to an equitable working and continual learning environment in support of EAB’s DE&I Promise
Analyst, Strategy & Ventures
Defines the firm's growth strategy and develops new products and services, working closely with EAB executives and stakeholders
Supports diverse strategic initiatives, including market analysis, financial modeling, product development, and partnership evaluations
Identifies market opportunities, conducts testing, assesses competition, and contributes to the refinement of EAB's overall growth strategy
About the Company
At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.
At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities.
About the Job
Strategy and New Ventures is responsible for defining the firm’s growth strategy and developing new products and services—organically or via partnerships and acquisitions. In helping to fuel the growth engine of a fast-growing company, the department enjoys close partnership with EAB’s executive team as well as key division leaders across the firm. You will be given unparalleled access to the executives of leading higher education institutions and industry-leading marketing capabilities. This position offers motivated, entrepreneurial candidates a rare opportunity to quickly effect systemic change across the higher education industry.
The Analyst will have the unique opportunity to support workstreams across multiple diverse areas of strategic focus – 1) pan-business strategic planning (long-range growth forecasting, portfolio-level investment planning), 2) in-business innovation (long-term roadmap development, commercial positioning), 3) net new business launches (adjacent markets, new platforms), and 4) partnerships and mergers & acquisitions. This hire may be based in our Washington, DC or Richmond, VA office, or in the New York City, NY area.
Responsibilities
Identify and size potential market opportunities
Conduct rigorous testing
Assess competitive pressures
Develop pro forma financial analyses
Support product scoping and development, including building wireframes and concepts
Maintain project documentation, including interview notes and source libraries
Develop internal and market-facing PowerPoint presentations
Support initial sales and implementation activities
Support initial product delivery
The Analyst will also support development and refinement of the business’s overall growth strategy:
Conduct strategic analyses to determine attractive product development and business development terrains
Expand the firm’s knowledge base in emerging terrains
Consistently develop and evaluate new business opportunities/ideas/potential partner companies
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, with an excellent academic record and 1-2+ years of post-graduate professional experience
Experience communicating with an executive-level audience
Demonstrated experience using PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel in a professional setting
Attention to detail and consistent track record of meeting deadlines
Proven ability to take initiative
Validated ability to boil down extensive research findings into relevant insights
Validated ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in management consulting, investment banking, or similar industries
Demonstrated experience leading projects and defining team deadlines
Experience with solution-focused problem solving and thinking through problems creatively
Experience crafting a business plan, starting a business, or working in a start-up environment
Prior exposure to the education sector
Commitment to valuing diversity, practicing inclusive behaviors, and contributing to an equitable working and continual learning environment in support of EAB’s DE&I Promise
Creative Director
Develops impactful campaigns blending creative vision with strategic insights to address complex advocacy challenges in the public affairs arena
Manages multi-channel initiatives, including digital, social, and experiential activations, to amplify advocacy messages and achieve measurable results
Mentors creative talent, cultivates strong client partnerships, and contributes to new business development, positioning APCO as a leader
About the Company
APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.
APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.
By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.
About the Job
As a Creative Director at APCO, you will lead the strategic and creative direction for client accounts, focusing on impactful creative solutions in the public affairs space. Your experience with issues-based campaigns is crucial in addressing complex advocacy challenges, blending creative vision with strategic insight to inspire clients and persuade audiences from grassroots communities to policymakers. You will oversee creative solutions from inception to completion, while mentoring our creative team and expanding APCO’s client relationships and integrated offerings.
Responsibilities
Creative Strategy, Art Direction & Design:
Lead and oversee the development of data-informed and high-impact creative concepts that aligns with APCO’s public affairs and advocacy goals
Drive the strategic and creative vision for client accounts, ensuring campaigns and projects raise awareness, drive behavior change, and influence public opinion
Partnering with copywriters to develop persuasive messaging that connects emotionally with diverse audiences, translating complex topics into compelling narratives
Integrated Campaigns:
Oversee the execution of multi-channel campaigns (digital, social, paid media, experiential) to amplify advocacy messages and achieve maximum impact
Brand Strategy & Leadership:
Partner with Account Managers on brand initiatives, guiding projects from brand positioning, messaging, and tone development to guideline rollouts
Team Development & Mentorship:
Mentor and guide the career paths of art directors and designers, and the broader creative team, fostering a culture of creativity, continuous growth, and high performance
Client Engagement & Business Development:
Represent APCO in client pitches, and actively engage with new and existing clients to build trusted relationships
Use your industry network to drive new or organic growth, positioning APCO as a leading partner for public affairs, issues, and advocacy-driven campaigns
Innovative Offering Development:
Work with creative leadership to create and package new service offerings that align with client needs, enhancing agency capabilities and growth potential
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Build relationships with Managing Directors, practice leads, and account teams, fostering a collaborative environment where creative solutions address client challenges with impact
Industry Trends & Key Issues:
Maintain a strong grasp of current social, political, and public policy issues, leveraging this knowledge to inform and enhance creative work
Qualifications
Minimum 12 years in a creative leadership role focused on art direction and ideation within a public affairs, advocacy, advertising or issues-based campaign environment
Strong history of client relationships and cross-functional collaboration
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field, with a robust portfolio showcasing experience in advocacy, public affairs, integrated campaigns, and issues-based communications
Demonstrated proficiency in crafting persuasive, audience-centered messaging for complex public affairs topics
Familiar with the unique demands of advocacy work, including coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and issues framing
Proven ability to balance advocacy objectives with creative innovation, managing resources and priorities for high-impact results
Strong network within advertising, public affairs and/or advocacy sectors, with a track record of growing business through strategic partnerships and trusted industry relationships
Proven ability to articulate and present creative strategies to clients and teams, translating complex issues into accessible, compelling narratives
Strong knowledge of audience segmentation, paid targeting, earned media strategies, and brand positioning to inform advocacy campaigns
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and stay current with emerging technology trends to enhance design work, optimize workflows, and integrate cutting-edge solutions into projects
Director, Grants Management
Advocates for policies aligned with organizational values, provides strategic leadership, and fosters trust-based relationships with staff and grantees
Develops innovative grantmaking strategies, oversees systems, ensures compliance, and addresses end-user needs through feedback mechanisms
Manages day-to-day operations, ensures data integrity, and cultivates a culture of continuous improvement, promoting professional growth and collaboration
About the Company
Founded in 2015 by Melinda French Gates, Pivotal expands opportunity and equality for all people through high-impact investments, philanthropy, partnerships, and advocacy. We accelerate social progress by removing barriers that hold people back.
We strive to be creative and innovative in our work and flexible in the approach we take to solving problems. To date, we have invested in over 150 organizations, including nonprofits, private sector companies, venture funds, and advocacy groups that are on the frontlines of the issues we work on. Some areas we currently focus on: women in technology and innovation; women in public office; women and girls of color; adolescent mental health; paid family and medical leave; and caregiving.
Inspired by our founder, we reach across communities and sectors to bring together changemakers who can scale up proven ideas and catalyze new ones. We learn from their experiences, amplify their resources, then step back so they can lead. Our impatience with the status quo is fueled by an optimism that progress is always possible.
About the Job
The Director, Grants Management reports to the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and leads a team responsible for a $1B+ Philanthropic Portfolio. The role will play an essential role in helping Pivotal in its current phase of growth and change. The Director will be responsible for growing and sustaining the compliance and operational aspects of Pivotal’s philanthropic gifts and grants toolkit. This role will lead the assessment of current approaches, and the development and adoption of new models and modes of working. The role provides guidance and support to the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer on grantmaking and other matters. The Director is a key member and contributor to the Office of the General Counsel’s leadership team, helping champion a team culture that aspires to be efficient, effective, creative, forward-thinking, and responsive.
Success in the role requires a comprehensive and deep understanding of the practices, policies, processes, and systems that serve as the foundation of successful grants management in the philanthropic space. It also calls for dedication to collaborative and inclusive problem solving. The expertise to lead through periods of significant growth and change, with values of equity and belonging. The Director must demonstrate the ability to build and maintain trust, act with integrity, and foster an inclusive environment while driving impact and delivering results that align with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
Advocate for grantmaking policies and practices that align with and support the organization’s values while prioritizing equity, belonging, and trust-building
Serve as a leader and guide in grantmaking and other related functions, facilitating creation and leading effective change of standard processes across the organization
Provide strategic leadership and thought partnership to the Foundation’s staff and grantees, regarding grantmaking practice, knowledge, and operations
Builds trusting relationships with respect and humility to drive impact and strengthen internal and external partnerships
Continually stay abreast of new developments in philanthropic approaches and tools, considering how they may enhance Pivotal's impact
Orchestrate team and organizational strategic planning and culture-building efforts that promote equity and belonging
Promote an inclusive environment where individuals can pursue learning and growth, support well-being, and help others thrive
Grants Management
Partner closely with grants, legal, finance, program, strategy, and IT teams to develop and implement innovative grantmaking strategies; maintaining tested approaches where possible, designing and implementing new ways when needed
Conduct long-term planning to ensure the success, sustainability, and “fit for purpose” of the organization’s grantmaking operations
Support the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, to create annual forecasts; monitoring grantmaking activities and ensuring steady workflows
Work closely with IT to supervise, assess, and improve grants management systems, encouraging universal adoption and efficient use
Build and maintain feedback mechanisms to ensure early detection of end-user problems, including partners; proactively adjust service, training, and communications to support unit objectives balancing effectiveness, efficiency, and equity
Oversee and lead communication and change management efforts
Solve problems and propel work forward by identifying challenges and developing strategic solutions that support program goals
Ensure Pivotal’s grantmaking processes and practices are in alignment with external laws and regulations, and internal controls as well as grants department best practices
Grants Life-Cycle Work
Be responsible for day-to-day grants management/compliance work by the team: sustaining high-quality service, anticipating work flows, distributing work to enhance effectiveness and efficiency
Maintain core values of the Grants team in day-to-day work, innovating to use Pivotal’s diverse toolbox to advance strategies and impact
Continually supervise operations and process performance by collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative metrics; ensuring mechanisms are in place to detect end-user issues
Collaborate with program and finance teams to maintain sufficient liquidity for grant disbursements
Manage data for all philanthropic vehicles in Salesforce; ensure data integrity to support the Program Strategy, Communications, and Executive Leadership teams
Work with the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and external legal counsel on more complicated philanthropic matters as warranted
Team Leadership, Development, and Collaboration
Lead the grants and contracts management team, including overseeing team structure, hiring, onboarding, training, professional development, and performance management of senior level staff
Partner collaboratively across departments to drive a culture of continuous improvement
Develop each member of the Grants team to improve individual and team efficiency and effectiveness
Promote a team culture of continuous improvement and impact-orientation that values learning, a commitment to quality, and focus on the outcomes Pivotal aspires to in the world
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
12+ years experience in grants administration, with 4+ in a strategic leadership role
Minimum of 4+ years of people leadership experience, demonstrating commitment to equity, belonging, and staff development
Proficiency using Salesforce and/or other platforms for grants management
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Skills & Competencies:
Builds and maintains trust, acts with integrity, and fosters an inclusive environment
Drives impact through grantmaking initiatives and delivers high-quality work that leads to sustainable outcomes
Solves problems and propels work forward through strategic thinking and effective decision-making
Pursues learning and growth, demonstrating a desire to understand and learn, while supporting the development of colleagues and promoting well-being
Exceptional organization and time management skills, able to prioritize multiple tasks to meet changing deadlines and requests, while strategically thinking ahead
Functional knowledge of multi-entity philanthropic organizations, their structures, and deregulation
Consistent track record of inspiring confidence, trust, respect, and transparency in a diverse team, including ability to inspire others to adopt change
Effective project management and cross-functional leadership including the ability to meet deadlines while working with multiple stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to synthesize diverse information and make clear recommendations
High integrity, sound judgment in decision-making, and discretion with confidential matters and sensitive information
A well-developed sense of humor and ability to work with a team with varied strengths
Design Director
Leads a growing design team, driving impactful ad campaigns for global brands and social change organizations, ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery
Strategically elevates creative output, fostering growth for junior designers and pushing boundaries in brand identity and collateral design
Champions a design-focused approach, contributing to the agency's rapid expansion and global competitiveness through innovative work
About the Company
Bully Pulpit International is an outcomes agency made up of strategists, data scientists, and artists. We come from politics, brands, and government and we communicate without barriers and measure what matters. BPI specializes in public affairs, corporate reputation, and social impact. A growing firm, we sit on both coasts and connect Silicon Valley technology, Madison Avenue creative, Washington policy and real people.
About the Job
We are an ambitious, quickly expanding team looking for a Design Director that can help us compete on a global scale. You are a smart, strategic, focused and ambitious senior design leader looking for the chance to make an impact on the advertising campaigns for both the biggest brands in the world and the most important mission-driven organizations fighting for meaningful social change in the country. This is an opportunity to push a design and creative team forward, lead impactful and meaningful work, and help to grow a talented, hungry team.
Overview. Capable of leading and developing top-notch ad campaigns across brand and social impact marketing. You will manage the design team and process to ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest design and quality standards
Leadership. Lead a growing team of graphic designers; you have a background in designing brand identities and collateral & a desire to help young designers and creatives grow
Qualifications
15+ years design experience in an agency environment, including at least 5 as a Senior Designer leading a range of advertising campaigns (brand reputation & social impact experience preferred)
A laser focus on design quality control. You want every design to be pixel-perfect and know how to maintain high design standards across a large graphic design team. You excel at reviewing graphic design work across multiple clients and providing the clear, actionable feedback necessary to make the work better and ensure it meets our standards
A background in resource management and the ability to help allocate and manage design resources, including designers, freelancers, and agencies
An active role in hiring, training, and managing the creative team’s development while providing direction and insights on performance and needs to the creative leadership
Exceptional communication skills, capable of communicating creative and design decisions - and why they work - to clients at the highest level (Fortune 1 C-Suite)
A desire to lead, mentor and manage a growing team of designers and art directors using persuasive leadership skills, clear communication, and comprehensive knowledge of branding / design strategies and best practices
Fluency in graphic design across both digital and traditional channels, including all social media platforms, print, OOH, DOOH and video advertising
Strong organizational skills that enable you to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize work streams, delegate effectively, and meet deadlines with ease
Applications without a portfolio will not be considered
Partner Development Rep.
Identifies potential partners, leverages resources to connect with key decision-makers, and schedules meetings for sales executives
Executes outreach campaigns, maintains contact databases, and participates in team meetings to support business development efforts
Develops sales and communication skills through ongoing training and contributes to the success of Org
About the Company
At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.
At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities.
About the Job
The Partner Development organization develops innovative sales and marketing strategies to generate new business opportunities for EAB and EAB Seramount, a strategic business dedicated to advancing DE&I in the workplace. A key team member, the Partner Development Representative (PDR) is responsible for initiating relationships with prospective partners and optimizing team interactions. PDRs identify executives who may benefit from EAB or EAB Seramount products and services, leverage resources to connect with qualified leads, and schedule meetings for Partner Development Executives (PDEs) to meet and further advance those prospective relationships. PDRs can expect to acquire deep insight into the education industry, as well as workplace DE&I best practices, while refining their commercial outreach skills. Assignment to EAB or EAB Seramount is primarily based on business need, and candidates should indicate whether they have an interest in higher education and/or DE&I.
This role is based in Washington, D.C. or Richmond, VA.
Responsibilities
Schedule sales meetings for PDEs to meet with prospective partners, working towards weekly, monthly, and quarterly goals
Leverage all available resources—such as Salesforce, external sources (e.g. social media, news alerts, etc.), and predictive modeling tools – to strategically identify and contact qualified executives and organizations
Communicate with current and prospective partners via cold calling, email and social media
Create and execute strategic outreach plans to support new business acquisition goals
Follow up with inbound leads within designated time periods
Maintain and update prospect records in Salesforce; update Salesforce with relevant research and scheduling information
Participate in regular PDR training and coaching sessions to hone demand generation skills
Attend Partner Development organization team meetings and territory strategy sessions
Learn EAB and EAB Seramount product content and research
Complete additional product-specific responsibilities as needed (e.g. creating proposals and RFPs, booking contracts, etc.)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with excellent academic record
Strong oral and written communication skills
Goal-oriented nature
Proven experience managing multiple, competing priorities
Must possess at least three of the following:
Sales or fundraising experience
Customer service experience
Experience working in a team environment
Experience in an office setting
Leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to meet or exceed a quantitative goal
Ability to effectively communicate and persuade by email and phone with executives
Demonstrates poise, maturity, and resilience with internal and external audiences
Experience with Salesforce
Commitment to valuing diversity, practicing inclusive behaviors, and contributing to an equitable working and continual learning environment in support of EAB’s DE&I Promise