PUBLICIST
The Jewish Publication Society is seeking a Publicist to work in our CC Philadelphia offices. Responsibilities include: writing press releases and pitch letters; establishing and maintaining relationships with print and broadcast media and key Jewish and educational organizations, locally and nationally; serving as liaison with JPS authors, managing speaking engagements/book tours; implementing overall PR plans for 12-16 new books annually. Position also entails promoting JPS to the media and a broad-based community as a nonprofit, philanthropic organization. Very strong written and verbal communication skills a must; familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access helpful. Previous PR experience and experience working with the Jewish community preferred. Schedule is flexible; 3-5 days/week. Send resume and salary requirements to JPS, Attn: Marketing, 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 or via fax (215.568.2017) or email to lschlesinger@jewishpub.org. No phone calls, please.
SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
JPS has paid internship opportunities for Summer 2008 in our Digital Content/Web Development. JPS interns generally commit to work 8-12 weeks and up to 28 hours per week. Exact schedules are negotiable.
To apply for an internship or for more information about our program, please email lschlesinger@jewishpub.org. If applying, please send a cover letter and your availability, along with your resume. Deadline for applications is April 4, 2008.
- Project Management – Digital Content/Web Development
Digital Content/Web Development
Do you find yourself spending more time playing with your facebook profile than actually going out and making new friends? If you've got more than 500 tags on your del.icio.us account and use more than wikipedia as a research tool then this is the summer internship for you! JPS has begun repurposing its content for digital distribution and we need your help. Be a part of a growing team of interactive designers, web developers and content managers. Help us improve the usability of our product by representing your age demographic and being the eyes and ears of all things youth oriented online. Learn about user experience, branding and community management in a laidback but disciplined environment. Strong writing skills, the ability to multi-task familiarity with Microsoft Office, and a basic understanding of web development are required. Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite and some Jewish knowledge is preferred.
Volunteers:
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Seeking volunteers in the Philadelphia area to help in stuffing and labeling
envelopes for a wide variety of mailings on a weekly/monthly basis.
Seeking volunteers around the country to help JPS to bring authors to communities to promote JPS and our forthcoming books, programs and services.
Seeking volunteers around the country to staff booths and answer questions about JPS at various Jewish community fairs.
MEMBERSHIP DEPARTMENT
Seeking volunteers around the country for Membership Thank-you and Membership
Renewal phone calls during the day/evening.
For more information about additional volunteer opportunities at JPS, please contact us at (800) 234-3151 or (215) 832-0600.
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