Issue 107: My "it's almost Friday" edition with 61 roles and 2 must listen/read content picks

Part 1: Get Inspired?

It’s a mash-up of two content picks this week as we inch closer to the end of 2024:?

For those craving some light, yet insightful career-related advice:?

From the Fixable podcast, this recent Quick Fixes episode is a must listen. Frances Frei and Anne Morris offer honest and actionable advice on asking smart questions job seekers can ask to determine?culture fit and how work really gets down, plus how to tackle unproductive feedback at work.?

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For parents who continue to struggle with navigating their children’s relationship with tech, this next one is for you (This seems appropriate this time of year as many of us top ponder whether to get a tech item from our tween/teen’s wish list).?

I’ve waited to close out my trend-by-trend discussion from Life Trends 2025 with the trend termed “The Parent Trap,” As the research explains:?

“One of today’s biggest parental challenges is how to help the next generation shape a safe, healthy relationship with digital technology... evidence of the negative impact of social media and smartphones is piling up, and while governments are pushing for protective measures, many parents and schools don’t feel the results are coming fast enough, so they’re mobilizing.”?

One company that captured my attention (in a good way) 2-3?years ago is Gabb Wireless. I first learned of them through interacting with their amazing CEO Nate Randle (who is a great follow here on LinkedIn). Gabb’s business model is offering safe phones and watches for kids. We started off with their watch ... and then transitioned to their Gabb phone 3 (It’s a locked down Samsung Galaxy that offers clean music and a limited set of apps (all cleared by the parent). ?

How about you? What companies and brands are you watching in this space??

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Part 2: Find Your Next Role ?

A reminder and caveat: I am not affiliated with the hiring or recruiting for any of the roles listed below. Therefore, please use your normal due diligence when researching further.?

Remote (3)?

Digital Marketing Lead/Advisor, Escape Artist, US-Remote. Via David?

Product Designer, IDG (International Data Group), US-Remote. $110K-$132K. Via Courtney?

Account Director, Key Accounts, Brkthru, US-Remote. Via Nathan?

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Multiple Locations (3)?

Sr Manager, Corporate Comms, Capital One, McLean, VA, Richmond, VA and Plano, TX. Via Mary Kate?

Mid-level UX Designer, Capgemini, NYC, Chicago, Atlanta, or Dallas. Via Heli?

Entry-level copywriter, Capgemini, NYC, Chicago, Atlanta, or Dallas. Via Heli?

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NYC Metro (9)?

Digital Designer, Birkenstock, NYC. $65K-$85K. Via Katelynn?

Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator, Graza, Brooklyn, NY-Hybrid. Via Kali?

Brand Copywriter, Graza, Brooklyn, NY-Hybrid. Via Kali?

Creative Director, Graza, Brooklyn, NY-Hybrid. Via Kali?

Senior Art Director, Mack Weldon, NYC. $130K-$180K. Via Dan?

Head of Growth Marketing, NASB, Samsung Electronics America, NYC. $215K-$240K. Via Cathy?

Director, Creative Marketing, Major League Table Tennis, NYC. $85K-$110K. Via Matt?

Director of Digital and Technology External Comms, Pfizer, NYC. $149K-$248K. Via Maxwell?

VP, Partnership Strategy, Zeta Global, NYC. Via Danielle?

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Washington DC/VA/MD (5)?

Director of Strategic Comms and Marketing, DC based non-profit in education (recruiting through TorchLight Hire), Washington DC. $130K-$135K. Via Diana?

Marketing Director (B2B Technology), Merritt Group, McLean, VA. $115K. Via Colleen?

Marketing Account Executive (B2B Technology, Not Sales), Merritt Group, McLean, VA. $60K. Via Colleen?

Creative Director, Humdinger Productions, Crofton, MD. Via Alexis?

Senior Public Relations Specialist, Education and Travel, US News & World Report, Washington DC/Baltimore-Remote.?

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Southeast (8)?

Culture and Engagement Comms Manager, Huntington Bank, Charlotte, NC. Via Timothy?

Membership Coordinator, LifeCity, New Orleans, LA. Via Lauren?

Social Media and Marketing Manager, New Orleans, LA. Via Lauren?

Art Director, Alloy, Atlanta, GA-Remote. Via Frances?

Associate Account Director, HealthIT, Alloy, Atlanta, GA-Remote. Via Frances?

Director, Partnership Strategy, Zeta Global, GA. Via Danielle?

Graphic Designer, Miami Design District, Miami, FL. $75K. Via Anna?

Manager, Media Relations, FIFA World Cup 2026, Miami, FL. Via Daniel?

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Texas (4)?

Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, Tyler Technologies, Plano, TX. Via Karen?

Senior Business Unit Marketing Strategy Manager, Vizient, Inc, Irving, TX. $77K-$127K. Via Megan?

Senior Marketing Insights and Performance Manager, Vizient, Inc, Irving, TX. $77K-$127K. Via Megan?

Director of Digital Marketing, EoS Fitness, Addison, TX. $125K. Via Nick?

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Midwest (12)?

Senior Associate, Planning, UM Worldwide, Detroit, MI-Hybrid. Via Michelle?

Donor Relations Specialist, The Children’s Center of Wayne County, Detroit, MI-Hybrid. Via Alyssa?

Manager of Marketing and Comms, The Children’s Center of Wayne County, Detroit, MI-Hybrid. Via Alyssa?

Associate Director, Ad Ops, Publicis Media, Detroit, MI. Via John?

Director, Planned Giving, Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI. Via Chad?

Marketing and Events Manager, The Experience Group, Greater Chicago Area, IL. Via Meghan?

Senior Manager Strategy and Planning –Strategic Comms, McDonalds, Chicago, IL. $149K-$190K.?

VP Partnership Strategy, Zeta Global, IL. Via Danielle?

Two marketing roles, OnDeck, Chicago, IL-Hybrid. Via Rob?

• Lifecycle Marketing Sr. Manager - Leading the customer journey strategy and optimizations from lead to renewal. This role leads a team of marketers, building breakthrough campaigns, and launching our SMS journeys. Ideal candidates are data-driven, innovative leaders with experience in CRM and lifecycle marketing who thrive in dynamic environments and ready to take the helm on some of our largest initiatives.?

• Paid Media Lead - Lead the strategy and execution of TV, CTV, Radio, Streaming Audio, Podcasts, and Display. If you have a proven track record of driving growth across a wide range of paid media channels and are excited about expanding your expertise, this is the opportunity for you!?

Director of Demand Generation, Rankings.io, St Louis, MO. Via Megan?

Director of Partnership Strategy, Zeta Global, Minnesota-Remote. Via Danielle?

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Colorado (1)?

VP, Digital Experience, Vail Resorts, Broomfield, CO. Via Matt?

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Southern California (6)?

Account Supervisor, Experiential, Innocean USA, Huntington Beach, CA. Via Karen?

Account Director, Team One, Los Angeles, CA. $119K-$179K. Via Jenna?

Creative Director, Arbonne, Irvine, CA. $180K-$190K. Via Darielle?

Three creative roles, Infinity Marketing Team, Culver City, CA. Via Brad?

• Design Director** Interface with Creative, Accounts and Tech teams, have a background in 3d, elevations, technical documentation and leading the design charge?

• Sr. Designer** Experiential, OOH, print, digital, trade shows and event marketing?

• Sr. Production Director** Large budget events, project management, managing a team, creating processes, tight schedules, local, national and international events?

Northern California (7)?

Comms Specialist, Analyst Relations, ZenDesk, San Francisco, CA. $83K-$125K. Via Tara?

Marketing Manager, Avela, San Francisco, CA-Remote. $90K-$140K. Via Mike?

Product Designer, AtoB, San Francisco, CA-Hybrid. $170K-$200K. Posting is 3 weeks ago but promoted by hiring manager Harrison 2 days ago.?

Staff Designer, Mochi Health, San Francisco, CA. $140K-$180K. Via Imran?

Product Designer, Mochi Health, San Francisco, CA. $100K-$150K. Via Imran (Reposted 1 day ago)?

Account Director, Partnerships, 160Over90, San Francisco, CA. $112K-$150K. Via Cameron?

Social Media Manager, Abbott, Alameda, CA. Via Logan?

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Outside of the United States (3)?

Account Director, Cloudinary, London-Remote. Via Allison?

Enterprise Account Director, Piano, London Area. Via Zofia?

Programmatic Account Director, Hearts & Science, London Area. Via Simon?

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Part 3: Tapping into the power of your network?

As we near the end of 2024, I want challenge all in my network?to carve out time to thinking critically about our networks and what actions we want to take in 2025 to invest in cultivating those relationships. ??

Earlier this year, I was introduced to several tools and concepts to assess and diagnose my professional network. Some are a little dated, but the value still applies so I wanted to share:?

https://hbr.org/2005/12/how-to-build-your-network - Includes tools for mapping and diagnosing your network, as well as watch outs for proximity and similar biases.?

AMA’s tool for mapping your strategic network?

What’s the difference between a mentor and a sponsor (and we need both)?

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I typically include shout-outs in this section each week... but this week I want to hear from you in the comments. Who are your favorite people to follow on LinkedIn and why??

Thanks in advance and catch you next time...?