July 30, 2010 by awood123
The Brevard County Supervisor of Elections Office has an opening for an Outreach Project Specialist. This position is responsible for the planning, developing and implementation of public outreach projects for the elections office.
- Prepare and implement outreach programs and activities such as voter drives.
- Develops, coordinates and disseminates public information through various media sources.
- Prepares news release material and public service announcements.
- Responds to requests for speaking engagements before civic clubs, citizens associations, educational institutions and other community organizations relating to elections/voter registration programs.
- Conducts communications workshops for Elections office personnel.
- Develops informational publications utilizing Microsoft Office products for various agencies and the public.
- Assists with poll worker training classes
Requirements:
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to coordinate and organize programs
Education/Experience: Associates Degree from an accredited college or university or two years progressively responsible experience in community service/outreach
Send resume to: Ginny Jacobsen
vjacobsen@votebrevard.com
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July 22, 2010 by awood123
Mark your calendar for the 2010 Space Coast Chapter of FPRA Roast & Toast – our annual event to toast the PR Professional of the Year and to roast a respected community leader (and have some fun of course!).
Friday, September 10, 2010.
- We will toast veteran public relations professional Mike Rein, Communications Manager of United Launch Alliance.
- We will roast Lisa Rice, President of Brevard Workforce – well respected as a loyal champion of our community and the force behind many of the initiatives now underway to respond to the many workforce related issues in our area.
Location: Melbourne Rialto Hilton
7 pm
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Brevard Family Partnership is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Grant Writer. Qualified candidates are referred to our website for job specifications, minimum qualifications, application materials and contact information at: http://www.brevardfp.org/home/pages/EmploymentOpportunities.cfm . Brevard Family Partnership an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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The Women’s Business Center at Florida Tech presents
2010: The Year to Grow Your Business Roundtable Series – Guerilla Marketing
Achieve MAXIMUM marketing results using minimal financial resources. We will review the basic concepts of guerilla marketing, discover why it is necessary for your business and discuss a variety of unconventional marketing methods. This roundtable will be facilitated by Steve Thomas, Hayworth, Chaney and Thomas, P.A., and Beth Gitlin, Global Passages, LLC.
Friday, July 30
8:30-11:30am
FREE – Seating is limited
You must be registered with the Women’s Business Center
DIRECTIONS: Allen S. Henry Building Conference Room at FIT (called Advancement). There is alot of construction at FIT right now and it is recommended that you enter off Babcock St, taking a right onto Engineering Street. Once on Engineering Street, take the second right, then the next right, following the road around to park in front of the Psychology building. You will then walk to the left to the Allen S. Henry Building.
For questions or further information call 674-7007
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June 30, 2010 by awood123
The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF), a nonprofit organization, is seeking a dynamic person to step into the role of Communications Manager. This person will manage and implement all aspects of ASF’s internal and external communications for its programs and the organization in general. Candidates must have strong marketing and management skills, as they will be leading a team of two strong support members. The Foundation has several unique fundraising programs throughout the year and the Communications Manager will be responsible for conceptualizing, drafting and executing marketing plans on each.
Candidates should be excellent writers and editors, given that they will be drafting and overseeing press releases, e-campaigns, correspondences, website copy, quarterly newsletters, an annual magazine and scripts. In addition, candidates should be comfortable with public speaking, as they will interface with media, donors, astronauts, college representatives and Scholar Alumni. Responsibilities will also include managing and implementing advertising initiatives such as direct mailers, event programs, brochures, magazines, print/radio ads, internet buttons, website content and video production. As well as, managing social marketing and promotions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications/PR or a related field
- At least two years experience in related field
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Strong management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe
- Able to take initiative and complete tasks on own
- Basic Space History knowledge a plus
- Able to work nights, weekends and travel when require
Email resume and a one page cover letter to ASF@AstronautScholarship.org . The Foundation will contact those it is interested in by late July. Phone calls or office visits from applicants will not be accepted.
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June 17, 2010 by awood123
On June 16, the Space Coast Chapter of FPRA held the Media Roundtable at the Holiday Inn Melbourne – Viera Conference Center. Representatives from local and national media outlets discussed the best practices for submitting press releases and pitching potential news stories, as well as how technology is affecting the dissemination and distribution of news in the digital age.
The event was open to the public and more than 100 people attended the event and met correspondents from the Associated Press, Brevard Business News, Space Coast Media Group (Space Coast Living, Space Coast Living Health), FL TODAY, The Orlando Sentinel, Reuters, Florida Trend, and Orlando Business Journal. All proceeds from the event will benefit Rolling Readers Space Coast, an organization that serves serve economically disadvantaged children in Brevard County and brings the joy of reading and love of quality literature to thousands of local children.
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With more than 53,000 students and over 10,000 employees, the growing University of Central Florida must have a comprehensive communications plan in place to manage extraordinary events. Learn how UCF’s primary communications office and campus police work together to answer the call for help and the need-to-know.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
RSVP: E-mail Tina Lange
LOCATION: Holiday Inn Viera
TIME: 7:30am Registration, 8:00am Program
COST: $20 FPRA Members, $25 Community
Grant Heston, Assistant Vice President for News & Information
University of Central Florida
Grant Heston is the University of Central Florida’ assistant vice president for News and Information, appointed in 2007.
With more than a decade of experience in corporate communications and print and online writing and editing, Heston managed communications to media, more than 200,000 customers and 1,000 employees during his work for the Orlando Utilities Commission. He previously worked as a senior online news producer and reporter at the Orlando Sentinel and as an editor at CBS Sports.com.
Heston received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Florida. He serves on the boards of directors for the Friends of the Orange County Library System and the Lake Formosa Neighborhood Association, and he is a graduate of the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Orlando program.
News and Information is UCF’s primary communications office. The department is responsible for disseminating news about the university’s academic programs, research, administration and other activities to the media and the public. For more information, visit www.news.ucf.edu.
RSVP: E-mail Tina Lange
You can follow @FPRASpaceCoast
All paid attendees will receive a certificate for 1 CECU
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So, you want to be accredited??
Accreditation and Certification Chair, Andrea Farmer, has lived it. Just receiving her CPRC, Andrea knows what it takes and can help YOU reach your APR and certification goals. We congratulate Andrea and hope the following helps you take the first steps toward your journey to Accreditation!
If you’re thinking about sitting for the APR exam, you might be wondering if you’re ready…
The answer is YES … if you can say yes to the following questions:
- Do I have a thorough understanding of PR principles and how to apply them?
- Do I have the skills to research, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive PR programs?
- Do I have the skills to make a 30-minute presentation on how I planned or participated in the planning of a specific public relations program for my organization or a client?
- Do I have real world experience in the practice of public relations? (A specific number of years experience is not required to sit for the exam, but a minimum of five years is recommended.)
What is involved in becoming Accredited?
There are two steps to becoming accredited, the Readiness Review and a multiple choice computer exam. The Readiness Review includes written response to a questionnaire and a portfolio review. These are used to assess the candidate’s readiness to take the exam. This step is supported by local Accredited members who coach each candidate through the process. The computer exam is administered at a Prometric Testing Center.
What is the first step in becoming Accredited in Public Relations?
Check out the preparation and exam resources available at www.praccreditation.org, contact your chapter Accreditation & Certification Chair for information on study sessions and other materials available and submit your application to the Universal Accreditation Board (UAB).
What are the fees associated with Accreditation?
The fees for Accreditation in Public Relations are $385 if paid in full at the time of application or $410 ($205 and $205) if paid in two installments. FPRA offers candidates trying to attain their Accreditation in Public Relations a $100 rebate provided the candidate sits for the exam within 30 days of completing the Readiness Review or the chapter’s APR study sessions.
Still have questions?
Visit www.praccreditation.org, www.fpra.org or contact local Accreditation & Certification Chair Andrea Farmer, APR, CPRC at afarmer@dncinc.com or 321-449-4318, FPRA VP of Accreditation & Certification Jeff Nall APR, CPRC at jnall@coawfla.org or 850-342-1475 ext 130 or the State Office at state@fpra.org or 941-3665-2135.
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