DIGITAL -- VICE PRESIDENT - Edelman (Atlanta, Georgia)

City: Atlanta
State: Georgia
Country: USA

Company Name: Edelman
Job Category: Marketing/Advertising/PR

Edelman digital is in search of a senior level digital and social media expert to lead our growing Atlanta office, supporting some of the leading global brands.

Edelman Digital is the digital arm of Edelman, the largest independent PR firm in the world. We believe in the power of digital engagement, and everything we do is designed to foster that, and in the process, engender mutual trust and respect between our clients and their respective stakeholders through the 4P's of digital engagement: presence, programming, protection and participation.

If you share this vision and think you have what it takes to help us take our Atlanta office (and business!) to new heights, read on.

Responsibilities of the vice president:

"Leadership:
oBuild and motivate a world class team
oMaintain A+ Client relationships
oBe visible and respected in the local and national digital community
oGrow the topline, profitably
oKeep Edelman top of mind Work ethic lead by example

"Strategic & Analytical Thinking
oResearch
oProposal development
oActive, timely problem solving

"Collaborative Creativity
oProposal development
oProgram development
oWriting skills

Qualifications we are seeking in a Vice President
"A demonstrated track record of developing and executing successful online marketing and social media programs
"Experience overseeing a significant number of traditional Web builds.
"Great references from past and current clients, business partners and employers
"A relentless and very visible passion for what you do
"Unmatched energy and competitive spirit a tireless desire to win
"Amazing writing and presentation skills
"Tact and diplomacy
"A smart mind for business (it is why we're here, right?)
"A very Google-able social media profile
" 8 - 10 years of experience and a BA or BS (or better) from an accredited college or university.

More about Edelman

Edelman is the world's leading independent public relations firm, with more than 3,200 employees in 51 offices worldwide. Edelman was named PRWeek's "2009 Agency of the Year," PRWeek's "Large PR Agency of the Year" (three times in the last four years), and Holmes Report's "2008 Global Agency of the Year"; and was listed as a top-10 firm by Advertising Age in 2008 and 2007. In 2007, CEO Richard Edelman was honored as "Agency Executive of the Year" by Advertising Age, and he was cited in 2007 and 2008 as "Most Powerful PR Executive" by PRWeek. Edelman's network includes specialty firms Blue (advertising), StrategyOne (research) and BioScience Communications (medical education and publishing). Visit us at www.edelman.com for more information.

Edelman offers a generous compensation and benefits package. We look forward to hearing from you!