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via Indeed schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 85,600–101,650 a year
Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.

Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV show ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms, helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.

The Social Media and Public Affairs Manager will be the voice of Common Sense's CEO across social media and other relevant short-form communication channels. They will work closely with the CEO, Chief of Staff, and Head of Public Affairs to develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy to drive engagement through relevant and timely content. In this capacity, the Social Media and Public Affairs Manager will develop a deep understanding of the priorities of the CEO and proactively look for opportunities to drive engagement. They will closely follow topics that touch upon the intersection of tech and media, policy, and kids and families, with an eye for when the CEO—the leading spokesperson for Common Sense—should lead or join meaningful conversation in a public forum.

In addition, this role will support Common Sense's online advocacy campaigns as needed, including raising awareness of priority issues and implementing strategies to expand the advocate/activist community.

LOCATION: San Francisco, CA; in-office role based in our San Francisco headquarters

REPORTS TO: Head of Public Affairs

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time

SALARY RANGE : $85,600–$101,650

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design, lead, and implement the overall social media strategy for the CEO.
• Drive daily conversations on key issues, via social media, by drafting and managing social media posts, engaging key stakeholders and online partners, and developing strategies to grow the CEO's social media profile.
• Develop, track, and report on key success metrics for a robust social media strategy that aligns with the overall communications strategy for the CEO.
• Elevate the brand and profile of the CEO through thoughtful content highlighting relevant news, media relations, speaking engagements, and press coverage.
• Support broader public affairs efforts out of the office of the CEO, as needed.
• Support the advocacy team's online campaigns as needed, including raising awareness of priority issues and implementing strategies to expand the advocate community.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 5 years of digital marketing and/or communications experience, ideally with a focus on building the brand of a public figure on social media.
• Fast learner; ability to quickly familiarize yourself with Common Sense's positions and adopt the unique voice of our founder and CEO.
• Excellent written and verbal communicator. Experience with short-form, concise writing for external audiences and ability to translate complex policy issues into relatable and appealing messages, tweets, or media.
• Experience managing various social media platforms for a public figure or complex organization, and demonstrated experience building and growing a brand or personal profile.
• Experience using a variety of video and audio editing tools relevant for use in digital communications.
• Knowledge of and interest in Common Sense's core advocacy issues, such as tech policy, democracy, and governance, education, or child-related policy. Professional experience working with these issues in industry, government, politics, or the nonprofit sector is preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Ability to quickly recognize important and late-breaking relevant policy and political developments.

Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .

Common Sense will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment
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via Fast Forward Job Board posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Common Sense (commonsense.org) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything Common Sense (commonsense.org) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.

Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.

The Editor, Book Reviews, will oversee our books media channel and use their subject-matter expertise to curate and recommend gold-standard media content for kids and families while helping to meet external deliverables and ensuring a robust curation library. Other duties may include creating/contributing to curated lists, updating existing reviews (with a particular focus on DEI issues and content), and managing freelance writers. All work is done with a focus on child development and media, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and digital literacy.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, exempt

SALARY RANGE: $85,600-$101,650

REPORTS TO: Editorial Director, Head of Ratings and Reviews

LOCATION: San Francisco Bay Area (hybrid OK) or one of Common Sense Media's hub locations (LA, NYC, DC)

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Assign, edit, and publish book reviews.
• Manage and recruit freelance writers, track assignment dates/deadlines (using Airtable), determine review ratings, and meet ambitious goals and deadlines.
• Curate robust collections of content for the child/family audience and update lists as needed.
• Become an expert in our proprietary rubric, detailed guidelines, and best practices, producing original content in a consumer-/family-friendly tone.
• Apply Common Sense style guide to all written materials.
• Use proprietary content management system.
• Work with Senior Content Director to manage and implement review updates, with a focus on DEI content.
• Stay on top of all channel-specific content trends and major players.
• Work to fulfill content partner deliverables, coordinating with the Business Development team as needed.
• Communicate as needed with publicists.
• Represent Common Sense Media in press interviews/at events/with partners as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING:
• Background in journalism, online content creation, and/or media criticism.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an editorial capacity, ideally for an audience of parents and caregivers.
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills, including copy editing skills.
• Familiarity with media and pop culture trends.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects while working in a self-directed way with priorities/deadlines that may shift quickly.
• Lived or work experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and commitment to DEI in media criticism and writing.
• Technical know-how, with experience using content management systems and cloud-based software (Google suite, Airtable, etc.).
• A passion for the Common Sense Media mission and an entrepreneurial spirit.

WHAT WE OFFER:
• Work with passionate professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, and fitness.
• Matching 401(k).
• Work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kids and families!

Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment
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Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything Common Sense ( commonsense.org ) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.

Every day, millions of families turn to Common Sense for trusted advice and unbiased ratings. We offer the largest library of independent... age-based, and educational ratings and reviews for everything your kids want to watch, play, read, and learn. Our movie and TV ratings are available on Target.com, Xfinity, Apple TV, and many other partner platforms helping families make smart media choices. Through our schools program, we provide educators with a curriculum that teaches the essential digital citizenship and literacy skills every student needs to succeed. We also work with policymakers, industry leaders, and concerned parents, caregivers, and teachers to improve the media and education landscape for kids, families, and schools.

Common Sense's Privacy Program is a coordinated effort to evaluate apps and products, protect child and student privacy, and build in safety and security from the start. The Privacy Program evaluates privacy policies so that families and teachers can make smart choices about the learning tools they use with their children and students, and so that schools and districts can participate in improving the technology used in K–12 classrooms. We are looking for a passionate privacy intern who would like hands-on experience evaluating the privacy practices of popular products while supporting the inner workings of our privacy program. As an intern, you will assist our privacy team in executing team project deliverables while garnering practical privacy and technical experience in a fast-paced national nonprofit environment. This internship requires a general interest in policy and the technical aspects of privacy. We encourage students with policy, education, law, and/or technical backgrounds to apply.

LOCATION : San Francisco, CA, or remote

REPORTS TO : Privacy Counsel, Privacy Program

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :
• Work alongside a cutting-edge product, technical, and legislative team that is bringing greater transparency and accountability to the entire sphere of personal information.
• Build tangible and marketable privacy skills.
• Develop writing, research, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Collaborate in a mission-driven organization.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :
• Work on the Privacy Evaluation Program ( https://privacy.commonsense.org/ ), a school district-advised effort to improve understanding of the privacy implications of education technology (technology used to support teaching and learning).
• Read the privacy policies of technology applications, draft blog posts about how to evaluate the privacy protections of software, and meet with educators, product vendors, parents and caregivers, or district staff to provide information on privacy and security best practices.
• Research, write, and edit articles for publication on our website and other publications.
• Prepare presentations for educational, legal, academic, and corporate conferences.

WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE ON YOUR APPLICATION :
• Enthusiasm to learn about our organization and our privacy department's work.
• Demonstrated interest in education, consumer advocacy, law, and social justice issues.
• Past or current coursework in a related field.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Ideal start date: June 12, 2023.
• Ideal end date: August 18, 2023.
• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Interns need to be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns. Lunch & Learns will be every Wednesday from 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST).
• We will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
• This is a paid opportunity.

Common Sense values the diversity of its employees and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on our values, please visit our statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion .

Common Sense will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment
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via San Francisco - Geebo posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
The ideal candidate for this position will have a record of closing new business and have strong experience in proposal development, deal development, and contract negotiation. You will work closely with the VP of Business Development to execute on our new business strategy across high-profile entertainment media and tech companies. We are looking for considerable familiarity with the media... entertainment industry (i.e., knows the players and platforms The ideal candidate for this position will have a record of closing new business and have strong experience in proposal development, deal development, and contract negotiation. You will work closely with the VP of Business Development to execute on our new business strategy across high-profile entertainment media and tech companies. We are looking for considerable familiarity with the media... entertainment industry (i.e., knows the players and platforms where families engage to make media decisions) and the ability to navigate the rapidly changing tech and media landscape, pivoting strategies and approach as the industry evolves. Knowledge of the evolving education ecosystem and the leading edtech players integrating technology in the classroom is a plus. The ability to work across multiple functional areas and management levels is critical. The ideal candidate will embody the talent for thriving in a relationship-driven business by developing rapport with internal and external stakeholders, working strategically, creatively, and collaboratively to develop compelling proposals for Common Sense capabilities that drive new business. Given that the chief objective of this role is supporting new business to drive our sustainability, experience in business analysis and/or financial modeling, as well as contract development/negotiation and proposal development, is a must. LOCATION:
San Francisco, CA (remote available) EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time (40 hours per week) REPORTS TO:
VP, Business Development SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Work closely with the VP of Business Development to build compelling proposals, contracts, term sheets, and analysis documents to support new business opportunities in order to monetize and increase distribution of Common Sense content. Support development of new business opportunities from start to finish, including research/prospecting, developing pitch materials, crafting proposals, helping to inform negotiation strategies, contract development, and close. Manage Salesforce usage for pipeline management, invoice support, and CRM functions. WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR R SUM :
5
years of relevant experience, including sales, business development, business analysis, and/or BD project management. BA required; MBA or JD preferred. Contract redlining/reviews. Salesforce experience. Knowledge and passion regarding the media, technology, and education landscapes, including distribution and business models. Proven chops as an organized, entrepreneurial self-starter -- someone who swiftly identifies what needs to get done and is eager to make it happen. A strong track record of supporting sales pipeline and sales cycles. THE X FACTOR:
You have great attention to detail and follow-through. You're flexible and able to pivot quickly to shifting priorities and elevated opportunities. You take ownership of your work, but also thrive in collaboration and contribute to a positive team environment. You are a skilled communicator and collaborator, and are inspired by the Common Sense mission. You have a great sense of humor -- even when meeting tough deadlines. WHAT WE OFFER:
The chance to work with talented, passionate professionals. Very competitive salary based on experience. Competitive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k). An organization that offers work/life balance. The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids and families!
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Business DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Washington, DC - Geebo posted_at: 14 hours agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
Common Sense's advocacy agenda - reforming tech policy to protect kids and families and strengthen our democracy - are front and center in Washington D.C., across the U.S., and in international arenas. Common Sense is hiring an Advocacy Social Media and Marketing Communications Manager to ensure that its media profile, especially on social media, adequately reflects the leading role the... organization plays in the policy and advocacy space for kids Common Sense's advocacy agenda - reforming tech policy to protect kids and families and strengthen our democracy - are front and center in Washington D.C., across the U.S., and in international arenas. Common Sense is hiring an Advocacy Social Media and Marketing Communications Manager to ensure that its media profile, especially on social media, adequately reflects the leading role the... organization plays in the policy and advocacy space for kids and families, including through the voice of its Founder & CEO and the Advocacy team. The Advocacy Social Media and Marketing Communications Manager will build and manage the social media presence for the Common Sense Advocacy team and grow the social media profile of our Founder & CEO. The Manager will also support the Advocacy team's overall work to communicate the impact of tech and media on kids and families, and serve as a bridge between the Advocacy team and the broader organization and brand. Common Sense recognizes both the benefits and harms from social media use and is looking for a talented professional who understands these complex issues and can communicate them in compelling, concise, and visually well-designed ways that resonate with and grow our core audiences. This is a new position at Common Sense. The ideal candidate is creative, hardworking, takes initiative, is passionate about our mission, and, of course, is an excellent writer and overall communicator. They will understand how to leverage Twitter products and other relevant social media; success in this role will include the ability to measurably demonstrate growth in Common Sense's Advocacy presence on social media to advance our broader goals. They will be interested in spending their days scripting tweets, other types of posts, and talking points, as well as iterating on new strategies to get our messages out to the world. LOCATION:
Washington, DC (preferred) or San Francisco, CA EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time (40 hours per week) REPORTS TO:
Chief Advocacy Officer Core responsibilities include:
Lead the Common Sense Advocacy team's day-to-day social media engagement:
Develop and execute Advocacy social media strategy, in partnership with the Chief Advocacy Officer and Communications team, including managing daily Twitter use, and drafting tweets or other social media as relevant, as well as building and growing a social media audience and profile for Common Sense's core Advocacy issues. Manage the day-to-day social media for Common Sense's Founder & CEO:
Develop and execute a Twitter strategy, in partnership with the Chief of Staff and Communications team, that is integrated with Advocacy and the broader Common Sense Media brand. Draft and drive daily tweets, manage other social media channels as relevant, engage key stakeholders and partners on social media, and develop strategies to build social media profile. Drive social media for Advocacy special projects at the intersection of tech and media, policy, and kids and families. Work closely with the Common Sense Media Marketing and Communications teams to create social media messaging and help ensure that it is consistent with the Common Sense brand across teams. Serve as the main liaison between Advocacy, Marketing, and Product, with strategic support from Senior Director of Marketing and Communications. Draft first approaches to all Advocacy team marketing materials and campaigns, blogs, creative briefs, web copy, etc.
Experience:
4
years of marketing and/or communications experience, including in social media. Passion for the Common Sense mission. Excellent written and verbal communicator. Experience with short-form, concise writing for external audiences and ability to translate complex policy issues into relatable and appealing messages, tweets, or media. Experience managing social media, preferably Twitter, for a major organization or campaign, and demonstrated experience building and growing a brand or personal profile. Experience using a variety of digital communications tools. Knowledge of and interest in Common Sense's core Advocacy issues, such as tech policy, democracy and governance, education, or child-related policy. Professional experience working with these issues in industry, government, politics, or the nonprofit sector is preferred. Fast learner; ability to quickly familiarize yourself with Common Sense's positions and adopt the unique voice of our Founder & CEO. Facility in interacting across levels of an organization. Ability to work well under pressure and fast deadlines. WHAT WE OFFER:
The chance to work with talented, passionate professionals. Great health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k). An organization that offers work/life balance. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of kids and families!
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Communications & PR, Digital Marketing & Social MediaEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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