Are you ready to join an organization where you can be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives?

Envision all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every single day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? You bet!

This is satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's lives. You can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. You will connect with people and make a lifesaving impact. You will partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare.

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Manager of Talent, Media and Industry Relations in our National Center office located in Dallas, TX.

The Manager of Talent is responsible for  marketing and communications strategy development, planning, consultation and execution for the Association’s Entertainment and Influencer Marketing Initiative. 

Essential Job Duties:

• Leads Entertainment Talent/Celebrity specialty within Entertainment practice, developing and implementing organization-wide strategy
• Identifies and cultivates on-going, Association-wide relationships with celebrity influencers to drive Association relevancy as a derivative of established strategy, and in support of various key portfolio initiatives (Go Red for Women, Healthy Living, etc.)
• Establishes and develops brand-building partnerships within the Digital Entertainment, Entertainment and/or Sports industries
• Manage celebrity talent relationships (Susan Lucci, Angela Bassett, etc.) and corresponding partner accounts (Rogers & Cowan/PMK), as assigned, and support other specialties within Entertainment practice
• Tracks and reports performance metrics to measure achievement and success of Entertainment Talent/Celebrity specialty at-large
• Supports refinement of entertainment talent/celebrity vetting process to ensure appropriate alignment/fit with Association’s brand
• Help establish standard methodologies across Association for talent procurement and relationship management
• Keeps abreast of emerging trends, technologies and talent

Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require:

• Five (5) years of the following experience:
  
  • Ability to develop and set successful strategies, garnering senior leader buy-in, strategies that deliver on project goals
  • Proven track record of creating and executing marketing and communications campaigns using tactics that include live events, marketing, traditional media, social media and more.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and project deadlines with the ability to pivot and problem-solve.
  • A strong team player who is comfortable and motivated working in a collaborative environment, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills
  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
  • Experience in public health or non-profit services
    

The American Heart Association’s 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.

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