This is an exciting time to be at (RED). The global health community is making strides in the fight for an AIDS FREE GENERATION by 2015 and (RED)'s role in engaging the private sector is more crucial than ever. (RED) partners with brands such as Apple, Coca-Cola, and Starbucks (to name a few) to drive contributions to the Global Fund. To date, (RED) has contributed nearly $210 million to the Global Fund and more than 14 million people have been reached with testing, counseling, treatment, and other services due to HIV/AIDS programs that (RED) supports. We are a small, efficient, and creative bunch and we're looking to expand our team of warriors in this fight.
(RED) is currently looking for:
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Social Media & Content Manager
Summary
(RED) is the leading cause in social – we are the first non profit to reach over 1 million followers on both Facebook and Twitter. This is a junior manager position (approx. 3 years experience) and while it is a junior role, it carries a lot of responsibility. This role will be the voice of the (RED) brand across our digital platforms – our brand values are a combination of inspiring, provocative, optimistic and smart. Working with the Chief Digital Officer, the Director of Marketing and the Design & Brand Manager, the role will require content creation (copy-writing and editorial skills a must!), executing across all our social media platforms (we need a social media junkie!), monitoring performance and constantly iterating to drive success. Success being measured by growth and engagement. This role requires passion, strong copy-writing skills, strategic thinking, creativity, comfort "getting your hands dirty" with execution and implementation. Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer, the Social Media & Content Manager will lead the development and execution of (RED)'s social media & content strategy. This position is based in New York, NY.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop content across (RED)'s digital and social platforms
- Responsible for execution across all social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, to name just a few, as well as emerging platforms
- Create campaigns, sweepstakes and promotions that will effectively grow our social media following, community engagement and email database
- Drive growth of our digital audiences by making our content as engaging and sharable: get people talking about us!
- Work with the Director of Marketing to ensure that the (RED) website content is encouraging stickiness to increase site visits, page depth and time on site
- Work with Director of Marketing to establish metrics for success and use campaign performance and analytics to adjust strategy as necessary to achieve the greatest success
- Ideate and execute suggested social content for (RED) partners to allow them to activate around our major marketing moments with a turnkey solution
- Work with the digital team to develop the 365 content program and implement it across specific channels, as well as (RED)'s leading marketing moments such as World AIDS Day
- Drive engagement and use social to inspire people to buy (RED) products and to share (RED) to their own networks
Specific Types of Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required
- Bachelor's Degree
- Strong social media experience – we're looking for a social media junkie!
- Ideally at least 3 years of experience
- Understanding of best practices and emerging trends within the digital/social space
- Strong content/copy writing background for digital
- Creativity is a must! No idea is too big
- Experience with CMS platforms a plus
- Ability to multi task and prioritize
- Can do attitude – will do whatever it takes to get the job done
- Must be fun and passionate!
- Experience of global brands an advantage
Application Process
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, references, your website and/or blog and Twitter handle (if applicable) to HR@joinred.com with the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Please also indicate your salary history and requirements. This is a rolling recruitment. We will conclude the process when the job has been filled. No phone calls please. We thank all candidates for their interest; however we are only able to contact those who we decide to interview.
(RED) is currently looking for:
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Digital Design Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Digital Team on a variety of design projects that include:
- Create design assets for (RED)’s digital properties – including JOINRED.com and (RED)’s social media channels
- Build highly visual and creative presentations to show (RED)’s impact and work – both on the ground in Africa and across our brand partners
- Collaborate with (RED) Business Development team to produce mock-ups and design iterations for prospective (RED) partners
Qualifications:
Candidates must have extensive graphic design experience and be able to demonstrate this through their work on websites/blogs/portfolio. Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree.
- A social do-gooder who specializes in provocative & smart design
- Thorough design knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Tech experience – experience with website content management systems is a plus
- Ability to work in an energetic atmosphere and take direction
- Boundless energy for the occasional late nights
- Strong communications skills
- Highly organized; keen attention to detail
- Dependable, punctual and resourceful.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must be willing to get (RED) tattooed on your body (Just kidding – but we do love passionate people)
Internship Term Periods:
- Summer 2013: June 17, 2013 through August 30, 2013 (accepting applications now)
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
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Digital Marketing Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Digital Team on a variety of design projects that include:
- Assist with digital marketing, communications campaigns, and organization
- Bring graphic design knowledge to assist in creation of digital assets for (RED) properties and campaigns
- Upload content to JOINRED.com website and blog using a Content Management System
- Manage e-mail inbox of general inquiries to (RED) and respond as appropriate on an ongoing basis
- Support the (RED) team with event logistics, administrative functions, and other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Candidates must have a website and/or blog as well as social media presence. Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree.
- A passion for social media – be personally active online and interested in the latest platforms and social nets
- Digital design knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Tech experience – experience with website content management systems is a plus
- Ability to work in an energetic atmosphere and take direction
- Discretion and a professional demeanor; sound judgment
- Strong communications skills
- Highly organized; keen attention to detail
- Dependable, punctual and resourceful.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Internship Term Periods:
- Summer 2013: June 17, 2013 through August 30, 2013 (accepting applications now)
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
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Communications Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Communications Team on a variety of projects that include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist with press and media relations
- Conduct desk research of companies and advocacy organizations
- Track product inventory
- Manage media tracking and produce monthly and quarterly clip reports
- Assist with (RED) media mailings for various events and product launches
- Assist with special events planning and logistics
- Manage e-mail inbox of general inquiries to (RED) and respond as appropriate on an ongoing basis
- Support the (RED) team with administrative functions as needed
Qualifications:
Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree.
- Adept at PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- Past media/PR experience a plus
- Social networking knowledge
- Excellent writing and research abilities and strong communications skills
- Well-informed on business and pop culture
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Highly organized
- Dependable, punctual and resourceful.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Internship Term Periods:
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
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Policy Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Policy & Executive Office Team on a variety of projects that include:
- Supporting the team with various strategic projects and ongoing initiatives
- Monitoring global health news
- Researching and drafting briefing materials for policy-related meetings and events
- Writing blogs for http://blog.joinred.com/
- Assisting with special events planning and logistics
- Supporting the (RED) team with administrative functions and other projects as needed
Qualifications:
Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree. Additional qualifications include:
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- Prior administrative experience
- Ability to interface with senior management
- An interest in HIV/AIDS and global health
- Excellent writing and research abilities
- Well-informed on business and pop culture
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Strong communications skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Highly organized
- Resourcefulness
- Dependable and punctual
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Internship Term Periods:
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
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Partner Marketing Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Partner Team on a variety of projects that include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conduct desk research of companies and compile comprehensive background memos
- Assist with the activation of marketing plans around key moments throughout the winter and spring
- Assist with special event planning and logistics
- Support the (RED) team with administrative functions
Qualifications:
Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree.
- Adept at PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and a familiarity with research databases
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- Social networking knowledge
- Excellent writing and research abilities and strong communications skills
- Well-informed on business and pop culture
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Highly organized; keen attention to detail
- Dependable, punctual and resourceful.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Internship Term Periods:
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
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Operations Intern
Responsibilities:
Work primarily with the (RED) Operations & Executive Office Team on a variety of projects that include:
- Supporting the team with various strategic projects and ongoing initiatives
- Researching and drafting briefing materials
- Assisting with special events planning and logistics
- Supporting the (RED) team with operations functions and other projects as needed
Qualifications:
Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree. Additional qualifications include:
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- Prior administrative experience
- Ability to interface with senior management
- An interest in HIV/AIDS and global health
- Excellent writing and research abilities
- Adept at PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Strong communications skills
- Highly organized
- Resourcefulness
- Dependable and punctual
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Internship Term Periods:
- Summer 2013: June 17, 2013 through August 30, 2013 (accepting applications now)
- Fall 2013: September 9, 2013 through December 6, 2013 (accepting applications through June 7, 2013)
Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and can work up to 35 hours per week. During the summer term, preference will be given to interns who are available to work full-time. This is an unpaid position; however students can receive academic credit consistent with their university's guidelines.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, your website and/or blog and twitter handle (if applicable), and work availability to InternApplication@joinred.com with the name of the internship and semester you are applying for in the subject line, ex. "(RED) Digital Marketing Internship – Fall 2015".
