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Job Description This is a remote position. Mommy Poppins is all about sharing a passion for living in Long Island with kids and all the cool things there are to do here. We're looking for talented freelance writers in and around the Long Island area. The ideal candidate is a local parent with excellent writing skills who will contribute on the topic of family-friendly activities in and around our great state. Mommy Poppins' writers are expected to contribute 3-6 posts per month, covering kid-centric topics such as playground openings children's theater and the best places for animal encounters. We are looking for parent writers who are passionate about experiencing local fun with kids and sharing their point of view. This is a work-from-home, freelance opportunity. Articles will be a combination of your pitch ideas and assignments from the editor. Compensation is a flat fee of $50 per post. Requirements Musts • Has some professional writing experience, • Comfortable navigating a CMS (content management system) after being trained, • Available to cover family activities in person in and around New York City, especially in Long Island Bonus • Easy to work with, • Values the editing process, • Active on social media, • Able to take postcard-worthy photos with phone

Job Description Reputation Management Consultants is seeking a freelance PR pro who can help us pitch the media in Greece where our client is based. The ideal candidate will be a freelance publicist that can translate a pitch native language press in Greece, Serbia, FYROM and Montenegro. Requirements: • Native Greek Speaker and writer, • Media Contacts in Greece, Serbia, FYROM and Montenegro, • Available 10 hours a week

Job DescriptionCompany Description We have an ambitious mission at Filmless: provide the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way for companies to get professional videos. As a rapidly growing company, we're searching for individuals as determined as us who are ready to step up, take ownership, and wear as many hats as needed to achieve the highest level of success. Check out our videos on our website before applying so that you know what kind of videos we create: Job Description We’re looking for flexible, creative, and ambitious writers to create, edit and review video scripts. You must be able to generate great ideas and write scripts/treatments for a wide variety of client’s products and services. This is a work from home job so you can work from any city, state, or country. Specifically, you should be able to: • Develop concepts, storyboards, and write script content for various types of videos (explainer, promo, and interview style videos), • Create the angle, content, and tone according to the needs of the client and the audience for each video, • 5+ years of experience in content and script writing that appeals to wide audiences, • Well organized and detail oriented, • Ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexities, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure, • Must own a Mac or Windows based PC or laptop Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Description This is a remote position. Mommy Poppins is all about sharing a passion for living in New Jersey with kids and all the cool things there are to do here. We're looking for talented freelance writers in and around the New Jersey state area. The ideal candidate is a local parent with excellent writing skills who will contribute on the topic of family-friendly activities in and around our great state. Mommy Poppins' writers are expected to contribute 3-6 posts per month, covering kid-centric topics such as playground openings children's theater and the best places for animal encounters. We are looking for parent writers who are passionate about experiencing local fun with kids and sharing their point of view. This is a work-from-home, freelance opportunity. Articles will be a combination of your pitch ideas and assignments from the editor. Compensation is a flat fee of $50 per post. Requirements Musts • Has some professional writing experience, • Comfortable navigating a CMS (content management system) after being trained, • Available to cover family activities in person in and around New Jersey Bonus • Easy to work with, • Values the editing process, • Active on social media, • Able to take postcard-worthy photos with phone

Job Description Collider is the #1 entertainment website for up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music, and more. As a worldwide leader in entertainment coverage, Collider operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced, passionate contributors who can produce original, high-quality content in a timely manner. We’re currently seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Editor to help lead our music vertical. This is a rare opportunity to shape the voice and direction of Collider’s growing music coverage, mentor a talented team of contributors, and drive editorial strategy grounded in data, creativity, and cultural insight. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of growing a team, expanding coverage, and driving traffic through smart, audience-first content planning. If you’re a passionate editor with a sharp eye for trends and a deep love of music across genres, we’d love to hear from you. Your Responsibilities • Participate in both team and site leadership, • Liaise with in-house Valnet resource team regarding team progress, challenges, needs, • Attend daily editorial pitch meetings whenever possible to provide pitch feedback and maintain editorial vision, • Lead weekly staff meetings to communicate progress on traffic goals, announce site-wide initiatives and updates, and offer team support, • Lead weekly model meetings with Valnet supervisors to communicate staff bandwidth, and track progress on traffic goals and output initiatives, • Create and implement a plan for sustained growth, • Audit the site to determine what is being done well, and identify areas that need change or improvements, • Propose and implement effective solutions for achieving the ambitious output/sessions targets, • Content planning, • Research and identify topics and content types that will drive traffic using Google Analytics and other available data sources; find ways to greatly expand our current coverage, • Source stories and angles for the writers/editors, • Maintain and optimize a robust catalog of music articles, • Team management, development, and personnel growth support, • Building and leading a team of new writers, • Liaise with HR and participate in talent acquisition efforts, • Source and identify potential editor candidates, • Lead editor interviews, • Approve writer application samples, • Coordinate with the training team to maintain up-to-date training systems and assist with Lead Editor training and onboarding, • Oversee and manage writers and editors on the vertical, • Ensure team is maintaining output targets and quality expectations; hold team accountable for missed opportunities, • Manage the internal development of both writers and editors, • Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge, • Provide feedback and ensure editors and adhering to Collider's publication standards, and are contributing/editing the necessary amounts, • Make the Collider team a positive, engaging space for music enthusiasts who want to contribute actively and grow with the team Our Perks • Competitive compensation., • Consistent and timely payments., • Flexible schedule., • Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice., • Exposure to Collider’s large and passionate audience, which reaches 30M visitors per month, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact. Experience and Skills • Relevant, experience in senior editing roles (managing editor, deputy editor, editor-in-chief) of a digital publication specializing in music content, • Ability to write, • Passion and background in all things music, • Image editing, • SEO, • Analytics (GA), • Freelance writer management, • Proven track record of growing a team, expanding coverage, and driving traffic How to Apply If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below: • Your CV, • A cover letter, • A sample article similar in nature to the content published on Collider. Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process. Collider is part of the Valnet Publishing Group. Valnet , founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel. Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence. Powered by JazzHR HWqiDSjAbW

Job Description Director of Institutional Giving Job Description Last Updated on September 4, 2025 About NYC Kids RISE NYC Kids RISE is a nonprofit organization working with the City of New York and the NYC Department of Education to manage the Save for College Program (the Program). Through the Program, eligible students enrolled in an NYC public school (including participating charter schools), starting in kindergarten, automatically receive a free NYC Scholarship Account with an initial allocation of $100 by NYC Kids RISE on their behalf, invested in a NY 529 Direct Plan, and opportunities to receive additional rewards over time. Their families can open and connect their own college savings account on their child’s behalf, and communities can contribute to groups of these NYC Scholarship Accounts as both a targeted and universal platform for community-driven asset- building in every neighborhood. This approach draws from a variety of best practices and disciplines across the fields of asset building, child savings accounts, financial empowerment, education, community wealth building, urban poverty, neighborhood effects and social capital research, collective impact, and more. Read more about NYC Kids RISE and the Save for College Program and listen to stories from partners who helped build the platform during its pilot phase from 2017 to 2022. You can also view recent articles in the New York Times, Fast Company, the Wall Street Journal, and the NYCHA Journal; and read more about NYC Kids RISE theory of change in a report by the Urban Institute. After a successful pilot phase in the communities of School District 30 in Queens, NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program expanded citywide during the 2021-2022 school year. This past 2024-2025 school year, more than 280,000 students participated in the Program, across more than 1,000 elementary schools, and have an NYC Scholarship Account for their educational futures. Director of Institutional Giving Following the recent hire of its first Chief of Development, NYC Kids RISE seeks its inaugural Director of Institutional Giving to help expand the organization’s base of support by actively writing grants and pursuing private foundation and corporate funding, and managing those institutional partnerships in support of the organization’s ambitious scaling goals. This position is a key player on a small Development team and will be expected to directly write, package and submit grants and reports along with managing current and new institutional relationships. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an innovative, detail oriented and effective institutional fundraiser who is a strong grant writer/communicator and who is passionate about New York City communities, committed to measurably building the financial and social capital of all children, and looking for a legacy-building next chapter. The ideal candidate has an interest in developing a deep understanding of the Save for College Program model and theory of change, and is a dynamic storyteller who can blend anecdotes and data to write compelling grant proposals and reports. Reporting to and partnering with the Chief of Development and working in close collaboration with the NYC Kids RISE Executive Team leadership and program staff, the Director of Institutional Giving will be responsible for expanding the organization’s base of foundation and corporate donors, and the ongoing refinement and implementation of the organization’s institutional fundraising strategy. The ideal Director of Institutional Giving is not only an excellent grant and report writer, able to weave numbers/data into compelling stories about impact - they are also a relationship builder, project manager, and cross-departmental connector, with a record of prior institutional fundraising success and progressive responsibility. They excel at both the day-to-day details of grant writing as well as high level strategy, seamlessly navigating between hands-on execution and big picture thinking. The Director of Institutional Giving is a key member of the growing Development team. They are critical to the future and success of NYC Kids RISE and the Save for College Program and will be ready for their next big challenge to make a lasting impact for all New York City kids across generations throughout the five boroughs. KEY OBJECTIVES NYC Kids RISE is creating a multi-pronged fundraising strategy to secure both the sustained public funding and sustained private funding required to continue and expand the Save for College Program across the city and ultimately reach all ~900,000 NYC public school students. The development team, led by the Chief of Development, is expected to help create the strategy and raise private funds against the following anticipated objective: To succeed in both meeting the annual revenue goal and building towards every NYC public school student’s educational future, the organization’s current development priorities include: • Building Fundraising Infrastructure and Capacity:, • Establish strong institutional donor management systems and define clear roles and workflows for effective collaboration and execution on institutional partnership and grant writing efforts., • Establish systems for effective prospect research and prospect qualification, • Advance productive collaboration across internal departments, which is necessary to submit winning grant proposals and comprehensive reports., • Create strong pathways with compliance, finance, and other programmatic and administrative teams to support the smooth handling of ongoing relationships and grant management., • Cultivating institutional donors and managing partner relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with institutional donors and corporate funders, and other stakeholders while leveraging networks to expand support for the Save for College Program., • Developing new foundation partnerships and stewarding existing ones: Creatively establish new relationships with foundation program officers and board members, and maintain relationships with current funders. Institutional Fundraising Management • Working with the Chief of Development, refine and execute institutional fundraising plans targeting diverse opportunities., • Write winning grant proposals and comprehensive reports for institutions, including:, • Customize grant proposals to respond to funder RFPs, • Create templates for proposals, • Maintain approved language menu bank, including program-related pitch materials, • Maintain approved standard supplemental materials, • Submit data requests for proposals and reports, • Draft and submit reports to funders, • Follow stakeholder review processes and timelines for each proposal and report, • In collaboration with the Executive Team, follow up on connections and relationships that are relevant to advancing our institutional program., • Create and maintain a grants management calendar to ensure timely completion of grant proposals, interim reports and final reports., • Conduct prospect research to grow the portfolio and pathways to introductions., • Working across the organization as required, act as the main point person for on-time institutional grant development, writing, and reporting., • Working with the Communications team and Chief of Development, develop and refine supplemental material to best tell the story of the NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program and impact, including corporate audiences seeking high-profile philanthropic opportunities., • In partnership with the Chief of Development, execute institutional stewardship events in collaboration with other internal and third-party teams where appropriate, to engage different institutional stakeholder groups., • Refine systems for institutional donor management, tracking, and stewardship., • Build relationships with a cross-section of institutional funders/donors with a focus on repeat and ongoing commitments., • Make ongoing improvements to grant writing content, processes, and workflow., • Supervise the grant writing work of a PT Freelance Grant Writer during high volume seasons., • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and partners., • Act as a thought partner to the Executive Director, Chief of Development, and other Development team members, proactively identifying institutional funding opportunities to advance the work and mission. operations and practices; proactively identify opportunities to advance the development of an anti-racist organization; share and solicit ongoing feedback and conversations to advance this work. policies; remaining vigilant on the ways in which NYC Kids RISE can continue to protect confidential information; identify vulnerabilities, and proactively problem solve to improve controls and practices. QUALIFICATIONS • At least 5 - 8 years of progressive direct institutional fundraising experience with strong track record in nonprofit, political or venture fundraising, public-private partnerships, or comparable experience, including securing major gifts., • At least 5 - 8 years of direct experience writing winning grant proposals., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Deep understanding of the collective power of New York City and what is possible for its children now and for the future, and enthusiasm to use their talents to work with the NYC Kid RISE team, New York institutions, businesses, philanthropy, community and neighbors to continue to build a durable and lasting New York City organization., • Skilled in fostering trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultivating an inclusive, collaborative culture., • Expertise in industry-standard research tools, databases, and best practices., • Relationships in and familiarity/credibility with New York City philanthropic networks preferred., • Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and adept at working cross-sector and in a growth context., • Adaptable, flexible, and effective problem solver in fast-paced settings., • Superb communication and relationship-building skills, including grant writing, business writing and presentation to diverse audiences., • Passion for and commitment to increasing economic opportunities and long-term financial security for low-income New York City families and neighborhoods, and combating wealth inequality and the racial wealth gap. The salary range for this position is $128,000 - $145,000. NYC Kids RISE provides a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days of paid time off (15 vacation days for new employees increasing with tenure; 5 personal days; and two weeks of office closure per year, one in early July and one at the end of December), plus sick time and holidays; medical, dental, vision, life, short- & long-term disability insurance; healthcare FSA with employer contribution; dependent care FSA; and a 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year of service. LOCATION AND WORK SCHEDULE NYC Kids RISE currently maintains a hybrid work environment where staff work both from home and in the office, as determined by the staff member's preferences as well as the needs of the organization and the specific responsibilities of individual roles and teams. The offices are in Long Island City (Queens, NY). APPLICATION INFORMATION To apply, please submit a resume and brief cover letter via NYC Kids RISE Careers page. NYC Kids Rise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of gender, religion, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, unemployed status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Powered by JazzHR ps8CkPfaLl

Job DescriptionCompany Description Day rate: $220 We are looking for freelance Social Media Editors to join our New York based Social team working across four of Reach’s top brands - Mirror, Express, Irish Star and Liverpool.com. Working closely with editors and reporters across our websites, this role requires someone quick-thinking, flexible, with a strong news sense and great knowledge of social media and how to grow audiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive traffic to our social media platforms, increase brand awareness and maximise audience engagement. About us Reach Plc is the UK’s largest commercial news publisher. We’re home to more than 130 trusted brands, from national titles like the Mirror, Express, Daily Record and Daily Star, to local brands like MyLondon, BelfastLive and the Manchester Evening News. Since the start of 2023, we have been building out our US operation, headquartered at 200 Liberty St, New York. We’ve launched four standalone brands in the Mirror US, Express US, the Irish Star and Liverpool.com covering news, sport, entertainment, politics and lifestyle - all targeted at US audiences. We’re now entering a period of rapid growth, and are looking to add ambitious and dynamic talent to our teams. So if you enjoy a rapid pace, a lively newsroom, a flat structure and the opportunity to work in a scale-up environment backed by the resources of a large organization, Reach Plc could be perfect for you! About the role The successful candidates will be finding and pitching stories using analytics and tools to tell you what’s already trending; editing and posting stories on our social pages and identifying new platforms where our brands could thrive, as well as finding the next big stories yourself and coming up with new creative ways to drive traffic to our sites and grow our audiences. You will cover live events and breaking news on social media, delivering a fast turnaround on major stories across the US and around the world and bring in exclusive stories that set us apart from our rivals. This is an office based role working from our New York office, we are therefore open to candidates based in or commutable to New York. Shifts are done on a rolling rota basis, including evenings and weekends, and successful candidates will be required to be flexible around team availability and as a result of current news affairs, and so we therefore require a level of flexibility in this role. Who we are looking for You are an experienced and digitally savvy social media professional with knowledge of media law, attention to detail and previous experience of working in a social media focused role within a newsroom environment. You have a sharp eye for a story and a keen interest in current affairs. You’re an excellent communicator with the ability to sell stories that appeal to our audiences with flair, passion and skill. You are a fast but accurate writer with web and social skills. You are comfortable working in a fast paced environment, with a strong understanding of the power of social media. You have a detailed knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, X, Reddit and other social media platforms, as well as a keen eye for emerging social media platforms. A background in sport, tabloid or breaking news is desirable, as well as experience and knowledge of Echobox. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

Job DescriptionSalary: $62,740k $78,425k POSITION SUMMARY Want to help tell the story of New York City to the world? At New York City Tourism + Conventions, NYCs official tourism organization, thats both our pleasure and our responsibility. We are a team of proud New Yorkers who love representing the five boroughs to the globe. Our digital marketing and social media team produces inspiring work that reflects New York Citys energy and diversity. That work can be seen across a range of digital and social channels, including our Webby Awardwinning digital channels; Emmy Awardwinning films; key programs like NYC Restaurant Week; and through partnerships with leading tourism and hospitality organizations at home and worldwide. We champion collaboration and are looking for a like-minded Social Video Editor to join our team, reporting to the Senior Social Media Director on the Creative/Content team. Our mission has always been to share an authentic, positive image of New York City with the world and help build the Citys prosperity, and we are charged with helping ensure that all New Yorkers benefit from the Citys tourism economy. In pursuit of that goal, we are committed to featuring diverse voices in our channels who speak to NYCs many cultures and make the five boroughs the worlds most dynamic and welcoming travel destination. We are seeking a creative, organized and resourceful Social Video Editor based in New York City with strong external and internal communication skills for a full-time position to help us produce social content aligned with the above mission and goals. WHAT YOULL DO: • Concept, create, edit and manage engaging social video content for our Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn and Facebook Reels channels, • Scout and work with NYC-based creators to help cover New York City attractions, culture and events from a tourist-facing POV, • Handle the video pre-production process, liaising with internal teams, NYC Tourism partners and members of the local tourism industry, • Ensure that all NYC Tourism social videos comply with brand guidelines, including legal requirements, • Manage editing workflow with freelance video editor(s), • Work with our Legal and Accounts Payable departments to generate and execute contracts with contributors and to process invoice promptly, • Shoot and edit occasional video for NYC Tourism social channels, including interviews with various tourism sectors, B2B partners and on the street with the general public, • Write strong and engaging copy that connects with a large and diverse audience, • Generate and brainstorm ideas with other internal teams, • Collaborate with the team to diversify our brand while increasing followership, • Ensure a diversity of ideas, perspectives and voices YOU SHOULD: • Be an effective communicator with the ability to build brand following and engagement, • Understand both traditional and digital media platforms and planning principles including paid social, organic content, measurement, media/campaign evaluation and brand health tracking, • Be able to lead and manage parallel projects/brand social platforms and work effectively with multiple stakeholders, • Be in tune with social trends and able to respond to those trends/memes to capitalize on opportunities, • Have the agility, flexibility and positive attitude necessary to thrive on a fast-moving team and in a growing business, • Have deep knowledge of the overall creator landscape QUALIFICATIONS: • Be based in NYC, • Have 2+ years experience in social media and digital marketing, • Be able to edit video on desktop/mobile apps such as Premiere, CapCut, InShot, etc., • Have impeccable written and verbal communication skills. You're going to contribute to the voice of New York Citys Official Guide and will largely be your own writer, editor and copy editor, • Poise, comfort and confidence in talking to a wide variety of New Yorkers (and tourists!) in eliciting on-camera interviews from them, • Have solid news judgment, informed by a sincere desire to represent all of NYC in all its diversity, including its people; its many communities, neighborhoods and boroughs; and the sheer abundance of activities, interests and industries that make NYC vibrant, • Understand NYC: youll be talking to both visitors to NYC and locals, so you need to know the five boroughs well, • Have enough familiarity with social metrics to understand whats working and whats not, • Familiarity with Monday.com, SproutSocial, Later, Excel, a plus, • Have excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, • Maintain a positive mindset and the ability to remain calm under pressure APPLY WITH: • Your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and including examples of accounts youve managed or social videos youve produced We offer a competitive benefits package including: • Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office (Tues/Wed required + 1 flex day); Fridays remote., • Generous Time Off: PTO days and sick time., • Holidays: up to 12 paid company holidays, plus extended Winter Break., • Floating Holiday: 1 per year, front-loaded., • Healthcare: Premium medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HRA., • Retirement & Development: Retirement savings plan and professional development opportunities., • Perks: Cell phone credit to subsidize your plan, monthly commuter allowance. Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. NYC Tourism + Conventions Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Here at NYC Tourism + Conventions we are an equal opportunity employer, committed to our diversity and inclusiveness. We provide equal work opportunities for all and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age. We strongly encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email let us know the nature of your request. If you think you might thrive in this environment, we would love to hear from you! EOE