What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acquisitions Coordinator position at Findaway?
Company Description
Findaway is dedicated to delivering simple and immediate access to content - wherever you are, whenever you want!
We’ve had the privilege of being recognized multiple years in the INC. 500/5000 fastest growing companies in America, in the Weatherhead 100 as one of the fastest growing company in Northeast Ohio, NorthCoast 99 “Best Places to Work” with a distinction award for “Passion” and on the Plain Dealer’s Top Workplaces list.
Our Core Values were firmly entrenched in the workplace prior to the launch of our first product, and will remain the most important building block of Findaway as we continue to grow. We believe that you either find a way, or make one. Findawayers believe nothing is impossible. We work hard, but we laugh a lot. A lot. And we think that is the way it should be.
Do you thrive in a fast-paced challenging environment? Do you believe in conversations over emails? Do you possibly have a slight addiction to coffee? At Findaway, we don’t just have jobs; we build careers, relationships, and achieve success as a team. We hire, retain, and continue to develop the best talent in the industry!
Job Description
Our business is dedicated to delivering simple and immediate access to content and Findaway’s Content Team is the heart and starting point for it all. We are looking for a self-starter with strong communication skills who is eager to learn and take on new responsibilities as needed, for a 30 hour/week position. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and has a desire to play a key role in the overall success of the product. The role provides critical support for Launchpad, the only pre-loaded tablet designed specifically for circulation environments. Launchpad supports libraries’ mission of equal access by closing the “app gap,” and providing access to quality app content to library patrons who may not otherwise be able to share in the wealth of digital content now available. The Acquisitions Coordinator plays a crucial role in ongoing content releases by:
· Sourcing new educational apps
· Developing partner relationships with app developers
· Securing contracts for app distribution
· Onboarding new partners
· Reviewing apps for quality
· Managing metadata
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently research app developers, using a variety of sources
- Develop and maintain active developer pipeline, with detailed tracking of prospects
- Identify appropriate app developer contacts
- Present Launchpad distribution opportunity and generate interest from developers
- With oversight, manage contract negotiation and redlines
- Guide developers in completion of metadata
- Manage asset collection & necessary app updates
- Assist Content Coordinator in editorial review of new apps
- Identify target audience for apps
Qualifications
- A self-directed, self starter with high energy that has a high degree of accountability
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized and attentive to detail
- Proven success in managing projects, process, and associated tasks
- Understanding of and comfort with Excel
- Basic technical understanding of mobile apps & devices
- Interest in children's educational content, is a plus.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.