'Dream Job' for Marketing Communications Staffer
If you have a background in marketing or communications, and you’d like to work in the firearms industry, here’s a great job opportunity. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is looking to hire a new Managing Director of Marketing Communications. The NSSF seeks someone with at least 5 years experience in marketing communications, who has “exceptional communication and presentation skills”, and who has experience doing print, radio and TV interviews. The job is located at the NSSF’s Newtown, CT headquarters.
The Managing Director of Marketing Communications will have a leading role in NSSF’s communications, safety and education efforts. The Marketing Communications Managing Director will perform these tasks: lead proactive media and public relations campaigns incorporating NSSF developed data; implement the strategic plan and develop partnerships that enhance the effectiveness of NSSF; craft all outbound marketing communications such as press releases, corporate Web site copy, white papers, e-mail campaigns, etc.; cultivate long-standing relationships with the media, including reporters, news editors and industry analysts.
How to Apply for the Job
Interested candidates should visit the NSSF website, www.nssf.org for complete job information. Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter, resume and salary history to dkenney [at] nssf.org. You can also fax these materials to (203) 426-7994, or mail them to: D. Kenney, NSSF, 11 Mile Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470. No phone calls please.
Formed in 1961, the National Shooting Sports Foundation is a not-for-profit organization with a membership of more than 4,800 manufacturers, distributors, retailers, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers.
