Veritas is a public relations company that steps beyond standard labels (public relations, government affairs) to transform the story clients have to tell into compelling messages and strategic ideas, the kind that define issues and shape lives. We judge ourselves on results! Besides public relations, public affairs, and media coaching, Veritas offers cutting-edge online technologies to provide grassroots campaigns.

Visit us at www.veritascanada.com to learn more about what we do.

As Senior Consultant, you will be responsible for understanding customers online, their digital needs and goals and measuring their success.  You will participate in the development of the strategy and oversee the tactical implementation of the program and serve as the day to day contact for clients.  In addition, you will assume responsibility for new business activities within the business centre and serve as an example and leader to teammates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interprets PR briefs and develops campaigns/PR plans that are on strategy and can translate the strategic direction to account team
• Develops pitch ideas and successfully pitches media and social media tactics to client
• Maintains and monitors workflow assignments on all projects
• Develops budget models, understands and creates invoices
• Accurately tracks time and submits time sheets regularly as required
• Advanced understanding of time tracking, invoicing system, account budgets and ensuring projects are completed within assigned timelines
• Interacts with clients on a daily basis and participates in discussions around digital campaign strategy and plans
• Provides leadership, training and direction to Consultants and proactively assists the team in delivery of project elements
• Proactively identifies problems/opportunities early and advises team appropriately
• Understands all types of PR tactics (incl. social and online) and their specific value to programs
• Drafts and edits press releases, backgrounders, pitch and new business documents etc.
• Assists in identifying potential organic growth opportunities and new business targets that are consistent with the strategic direction of the agency
• Solid understanding of agency offerings in order to best serve existing clients (upsell and cross sell opportunities)
• Participates in new business pitches and liaise with new business prospects, as required
• Collaborates with team on providing creative solutions for clients and overall agency
• Analyzes media coverage for clients.

Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree; Post Graduate PR diploma is an asset
• Minimum 3-5 years related experience
• Advanced understanding of all measurement tools including MR2P
• Advanced communication skills with emphasis on highly developed writing and editing abilities
• Significant knowledge of the current media landscape and players
• Demonstrated understanding of social media tools and community
• Ability to undertake activities with minimal to no direction (works autonomously)
• Ability to manage a variety of projects at the same time (multi-tasking)
• Solid understanding of the industry and competitive environment
• Problem solving and decision making capabilities
• Advanced research and media analysis skills

 We offer:

• A competitive base salary and comfortable working environment
• Health and Dental Benefits
• Excellent opportunities for professional development

 Let’s Chat!
Send your CV and portfolio to us directly via email at: young@veritascanada.com.

Veritas is a public relations company that steps beyond standard labels (public relations, government affairs) to transform the story clients have to tell into compelling messages and strategic ideas, the kind that define issues and shape lives. We judge ourselves on results! Besides public relations, public affairs, and media coaching, Veritas offers cutting-edge online technologies to provide grassroots campaigns.

Visit us at www.veritascanada.com to learn more about what we do.

As Director of First Impression, you will ensure a positive promotion of the agency and provide overall seamless execution of daily administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Administration

• Provides administrative support including: activity calendar updates, purchase & distribute staff birthdays & anniversary cards, staff phone lists and new employee welcome packages
• Handles staff subscriptions: distribution, monitoring and renewal
• Maintain VC Master Database
• Coordinates couriers and distributes all incoming/outgoing mail
• Manages phone system – answer & direct all calls, keeps staff directory updated and messaging updates for office holiday closures
• Monitors staff whereabouts and sends daily headlines

 Business Development & Client Support

• Supports account teams on client administration items if necessary (i.e. courier packages, phone pitching pro-bono clients, event, client invitations)
• Package presentations or proposal for delivery to client
• Prepares bright spot gifts/takeaway packages/teasers/leave-behinds

 Corporate Brand & Support & Facilities

• Administers internal & external Brightspot program (under guidance of Executive Assistant to the ELT), weekly Soundbite and Shout it Out emails to team
• Maintains adequate levels of Brightspot inventories (mugs, books, corporate purchases, etc).
• Coordinates Soundbite program by sending weekly emails to team and preparing agenda (maintain TD&F schedule, Inspirational quote schedule & database, Practice host, Shout it Out database)
• Manages front desk & keeps surrounding area tidy and ensures comfort of guests /visitors when they arrive in the office
• Supports agency corporate social responsibility activities including Special Olympics Canada and various other committees
• Supports employee onboarding and departure procedures under direction of the HR department
• Coordinates Boardrooms & Bookings – for all internal/external meetings and ensures boardrooms are cleaned in preparation for next meeting
• Assist in organizing kitchen and replenishment of stock on a daily basis, in addition to cleaning on a weekly basis.
• Ensures organization and tidiness of media lounge on a daily basis
• Maintains parking log and distributes passes for clients
• Maintains adequate inventory counts for production rooms, replenishes and keeps  rooms tidy and organized at all times
• Maintain logs for IT and shared agency equipment, coordinates repairs with Manager, Systems & Operations
• Coordinates travel arrangement support for the agency, back up support on all executive travel
• Back-ups executive support as needed
• Coordinates office supply orders for approval by the CFO or Manager, Systems & Operations
• Assist in doing a weekly inventory of office/printer/kitchen supplies
• Perform related duties as required

 Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant business administration and communications experience is an asset
• Familiarity with the nature of agency business
• Positive and friendly attitude
• Proactive and solutions oriented
• Must be able work within and follow tight timelines
• Solid organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task, be flexible and prioritize
• Functions well independently or work effectively in team settings
• Ability to deal with a variety of people of various backgrounds
• Recognize needs, styles, and expectations of team members and clients
• Professionalism and tact
• Proficient in Microsoft Family Office Tools and Email, Outlook calendar (required)

 We offer:

• A competitive base salary and comfortable working environment
• Health and Dental Benefits
• Excellent opportunities for professional development

 Let’s Chat!
Send your CV and portfolio to us directly via email at: young@veritascanada.com.

For more information:

Veritas Communications, a Toronto communications agency is seeking energetic, motivated interns to join our fantastic team. Get real public relations experience while working with dedicated and seasoned communication practitioners on high-profile clients. Our roster includes corporate, government, health care, food, beverage, retail and lifestyle consumer clients. Media relations, crisis & issues management, event planning and media coaching are some of our specialty offerings to which you will gain exposure. Learn about agency life firsthand while fulfilling your educational requirements! To learn more check us out at www.veritascanada.com.

Company Profile:

At Veritas Communications, we say “break through”: Do whatever it takes to achieve client goals, and use the communications platforms that most effectively bring their key messaging to life. Veritas Communications is a different kind of agency. We don’t call ourselves a social marketing firm, though clients large and small rely on us to change perceptions and behaviour online. We conduct media relations and issues management, but we’re not a traditional public relations firm. We are pioneers in adopting social media for advocacy in Canada and we believe successful social media programs are as much about the strategy as the technology. Located in downtown Toronto, Veritas Communications is a passionate mix of 50 employees and growing!

Tasks & Assignments:
• Media and online monitoring, analysis, coverage and report preparation
• Prepares event kits, media lists and provides event logistic support
• Conducts research and prepares reports
• Assists account teams on client and agency projects
• Attends brainstorming and internal meetings
• Maintains media databases
• Tracks and submits timesheets on a weekly basis
• Reception coverage as required
• Other tasks as requested

Our Expectations:
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and respect for team members, clients, and associates of the agency;
• Abidance with policies outlined in the Veritas employee manual including the MDC code of conduct;
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook email;
• Key note and video editing capabilities are an asset
• An active participant and practical working knowledge of social media tools (e.g. Website, Facebook, Twitter, blogs);
• Expressed interest in, and desire to learn more about the activities of the agency.

Application Deadline: August 15, 2012

Please apply directly to:

Alyssa Young
HR Coordinator
Veritas Communications
T 416 847 2116
young@veritascanada.com