Individuals seeking employment opportunities with Leading Authorities should contact Monique Remy, via email at monique@lauthorities.com.
Available Position: Data and Marketing Coordinator Date of Hire: Present
Based in Washington, DC, Leading Authorities is one of the nation's most prominent speakers bureaus, with unique capabilities in lecture representation, media and event production, and entertainment. Our mission is to help organizations create powerful meeting experiences and messages using world class talent, entertainment and creative media. Visit www.leadingauthorities.com for additional company information. Office is near two Metro Stations: McPherson Square and Metro Center.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for supporting marketing and sales efforts as well as managing all technical vendor relationships including hosts of the company's network, Microsoft CRM database, and email systems. Position provides technical support to a staff that includes numerous remote users.
ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS:
This position reports to the Senior Vice President, works within the marketing department, and supports all staff.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Support marketing and sales efforts through list and data research - Assist with company web site - Research new technology - Manage relationships with all technical vendors including remote network host, Microsoft CRM, email and phone vendors. Manage user account management, e-mail systems including SPAM management, internet access, virus protection, and office systems and applications support. - Manage CRM database including data and list management, work with developer to implement customizations, train new staff on database and company work flow. - Manage small to medium sized projects according to agreed upon budgets and schedules.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent.
Experience: Two to three years of experience with computer networks, project management, and marketing as well as a familiarity with desktop systems and communications devices using current technologies.
Skills: -- Demonstrated knowledge of Windows servers and desktop products. -- Demonstrated knowledge of setting up remote access for users via terminal servers. -- Demonstrated ability to support networked printers and photocopiers. -- Demonstrated working knowledge of current communications devices and protocols, server and desktop technologies. -- Orientation and training of new staff. -- Ability to negotiate hardware/software service and technical support contracts with vendors. -- Ability to manage multiple projects, activities and tasks simultaneously. -- Willingness to be on call for trouble shooting and accessible to senior staff during off hours. -- Facilitation and change management skills. -- Highly developed verbal and written communications.
Qualified applicants should email resume to matt@lauthorities.com or fax to 202-783-0301(attn Matt).
Available Position: Program Consultant Date of Hire: Present
Leading Authorities is one of the nation's most prominent speakers bureaus, with unique capabilities in lecture representation, media and event production, and entertainment. Our mission is to help organizations create powerful meeting experiences and messages using world class talent, entertainment and creative media.
The ideal candidate will be goal oriented, entrepreneurial, and success-driven. This means embracing financial goals, enjoying the selling process, and being comfortable with incentive-based compensation. Since client contacts are made primarily by telephone, the successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator through this medium.
The successful candidate will be interested in, and familiar with, current events, including headline news, business trends, sports, and modern culture. Equally important is someone who is driven to success, has excellent organizational and time management skills, is persistent and resilient, is comfortable with the computer, and who has sound business judgement.
Compensation includes a generous base salary, incentive compensation, a 401(K) plan and profit sharing, paid vacation and holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, life & disability insurance.
Qualified applicants should send resume via fax to 202-955-1047 attn: Monique or email to monique@lauthorities.com. Visit www.leadingauthorities.com for additional company information.
Available Position: Marketing and Business Development Paid Internship Date of Hire: October 15, 2008 Duration: One Semester Minimum
Job Duties: -Work closely with Marketing Coordinator and the Creative Director on assigned projects. -Assist in the organization, planning, and execution of marketing related events (See Upcoming Events: http://www.leadingauthorities.com/speakers/all_events.htm). -Maintain and update speaker information in Leading Authorities' computer database and public Web site. -Data entry, filing, and general administrative support as needed.
Qualifications: -Junior or Senior college student. -Flexibility to work 12-15 hours per week from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with ability to work one to two extra hours per month for special events as needed.
Required Skills: -Project management, organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong computer skills. -High standards of oral and written communications. -Ability to work independently.
Benefits: -Quickly learn a range of marketing skills required in the workforce, work closely with top management, and manage your own projects. -Earn $8.00 an hour.
About Leading Authorities, Inc.: Leading Authorities is one of the nation's most prominent speakers bureaus, with unique capabilities in lecture representation, media and event production, and entertainment. Our mission is to help organizations create powerful meeting experiences and messages using world class talent, entertainment and creative media. Based in Washington, D.C., Leading Authorities boasts offices across the United States as well as brokering relationships with other leading companies worldwide. Since its founding in December 1990, the company has vaulted to the top ranks of the speaking industry and carved out a reputation for innovation, proactive marketing, and exceptional service. Visit our website for more information: www.leadingauthorities.com.
Send resume and cover letter to Catherine Cooling at Catherine@lauthorities.com.
