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BLASTmedia is an equal opportunity employer that believes a diverse and inclusive set of thoughts and perspectives creates better business outcomes and better humans — all are valued and welcome to apply. Please feel free to note which pronouns you use in the application questions section (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, etc).

We are an Indianapolis area-based PR firm serving B2B SaaS clients nationwide. We’re looking for team members to join our quest to be the BEST public relations agency in the country dedicated to SaaS. At BLASTmedia, you’ll join a group of super-smart people who believe in our core values of Hustle Hard, Enjoy Life and Seek Growth.

As a PR Manager, you will execute media relations and thought leadership campaigns for various B2B SaaS brands across trade and national press. In this role, you will participate in client communication, media outreach, and the development of PR content – inclusive of press releases, bylined articles, and other content used to fulfill editorial requests from media. You’ll work with a team to advise and serve clients, providing strategies for building thought leadership and securing media coverage. We will consider more experienced applicants for a Senior PR Manager role.

Job Location: Remote or Hybrid in Indianapolis

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO

• Execute media relations campaigns with the goal of securing earned press coverage for your clients, including pitching trade and national media
• Develop relationships with clients by participating in client calls, advising on media opportunities, and participating in story mining with spokespeople to develop thought leadership angles
• Ghostwrite articles, quotes and media Q&As on behalf of client thought leaders and place those pieces with the media
• Work with an account team to develop PR plans to support clients’ business objectives and key results (OKRs)
• Draft or oversee the drafting of speaking and award submissions for clients
• Manage monitoring and reporting, using various software tools
• Research and monitor media for new client opportunities, reacting when appropriate

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• 2+ years of prior work experience in PR and/or media relations
• Understanding of the PR process and the news media
• A proven track record of securing earned media coverage
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience working efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a command of grammar and AP style
• A passion for storytelling and asking questions
• The ability to meet deadlines

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Experience working at or on behalf of a SaaS or other B2B technology brand
• Examples of press coverage you’ve secured in B2B trade media and national media
• Experience ghostwriting on behalf of executives
• Agency or marketing department experience

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Energetic, collaborative environment
• Flexible PTO (unlimited)
• Hybrid work policy (2 days in the office)
• 4 paid mental health “Can’t do it days” annually
• FREE FRIDAYS (generally no internal/external meetings, get your work done, enjoy your weekend)
• 15 paid holiday days per year
• $750 for each employee per year for continuing education
• 401K matching, health insurance, and 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Consistent, ongoing education opportunities and mentorship: structured onboarding programs, cohort group learning, assigned personal mentors, lunch & learns, external and internal industry expert speakers
• Regular volunteer, social and DEIB events or agency initiatives

WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO

• AdAge 2022 Best Place To Work award winner
• Named one of Indiana’s Best Places to Work for seven years running (2022 included)
• Named Best Large Agency of the Year by the US Agency Awards in 2021
• Named PR Agency of the Year by the US Agency Awards in 2022
• Named one of Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2022
• Named B2B Agency of the Year in 2021 by Bulldog Reporter
• Named PR Agency of the Year in 2021 by Business Intelligence Group
• Currently ranked the #1 PR agency on G2
• Winner of Powderkeg Culture Awards and multiple nominations for TechPoint’s MIRA Exceptional Employer of the Year
• Agency podcast SaaS Half Full was named Top 100 marketing podcasts
• Top 20 technology agencies in the US (based on revenue)
• Named one of PRNEWS’ Agency Elite Top 100 in 2022

The responsibilities are many, various, and not limited to those written in this document.

BLASTmedia

SERHANT. Studios is a full-service creative and marketing agency that creates unique, high-impact content strategically designed to resonate with the largest real estate audience in the world.

SERHANT. is the most followed real estate brand in the world, calibrated for the marketplace of tomorrow, delivering proven results for buyers, sellers, and developers. SERHANT. revolutionizes the traditional brokerage model by innovating through media and content creation, and is powered by a full-service in-house film studio as well as an amplification platform that puts our properties in front of more people than anyone else.

We’re excitedly seeking a Multimedia Producer who has a strong team mentality and experience in real estate media. The Multimedia Producer will work from our Miami, FL office and will be responsible for producing, editing, and delivering video property tours for our Miami, FL listings.

An ideal candidate should have strong production and editing skills and be comfortable with providing direction and guidance to on-camera talent. You should be highly experienced with social platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok. You are well-versed in optimizing footage for cross-platform distribution. The successful candidate is someone who is equal parts organizer and creative, can work in start-up culture, and can create impactful products. Our ideal Multimedia Producer can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and strategize assets and deliverables for SERHANT. Agents
• Follow a fast paced schedule of shooting luxury real estate across the Miami-Dade County Area
• Capture and edit headshot photography for our Miami, FL agent roster
• Work under the direction of the Lead Brokerage Producer in the creation of high-level digital content
• Collaborate with the studios team in New York City to help develop concepts and strategies
• Work directly with SERHANT. Agents to create various forms of shareable content
• Help gather video performance data to understand what video works – and what doesn’t.
• Ensuring video content is creatively and structurally optimized to live across platforms
• Make observations to help optimize future concepts during the post-production process
• Assist the team with administrative tasks including but not limited to:
• Equipment management, maintenance, and preparation
• Asset management and organization

You have:

• A genuine interest in what makes content shareable and viral
• 2-3 years of proven experience in real estate media
• Experience in creating high quality content for luxury real estate
• Proficiency with DSLR/cinema cameras, sound, lighting, and grip
• Adobe Creative Suite and on set experience a plus
• An obsession with social strategy through YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok
• Ability to work in small teams and independently
• Managerial Experience is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects throughout various stages of production
• Ability to give and receive constructive criticism – high emotional intelligence
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license
• Must have a reliable vehicle
• A competitive drive with a positive, curious and kind disposition (no haters)

SERHANT.

USIM is a full-service, integrated, media planning and buying agency. We align the most successful and efficient media strategies with the goals of our clients, regardless of channel. This position is key and covers either one major account or a portfolio of clients.

Working with USIM leadership, this position will be critical to managing and growing client business. In this role, the AMD has the opportunity to help shape the client’s complete media strategy and work closely with creative teams

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategy: AMDs are the primary authors of client media strategies
• Measurement Strategy: AMDs are responsible for working with the client to create clear actionable measurement strategies
• Briefs: AMDs need to be able to create and deliver clear concise briefings for USIM vertical services so that they can deliver buys and ideas that effectively map back to the media strategy and KPIs.
• Working with our vertical services: Search, social, programmatic, broadcast, etc.
• Leading in the creation and presentation of media plans.
• Implementation: Directly/indirectly overseeing the execution of media plans by buying teams and ensuring that results are reported in a way that is insightful, timely and accurate.
• Talent Development: Building teams that are smart, strategic, client-facing, ready to be promoted.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Minimum 7 years in media, including digital media
• Complete knowledge planning, buying and reporting processes for all major media
• Ability to effectively utilize media research and reporting resources
• Strong, up to date understanding of Search, Social, Programmatic, new TV models, tagging, ad tech, audience segmentation: tracking and tagging, database modeling, emerging media
• Baseline working knowledge and understanding of offline media, DR, CRM
• Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills, including math proficiency
• Ability to analyze data and deliver meaningful insights and actions
• Technical proficiency, particularly with media systems and MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Ability to lead a team and develop its members to get them to the next level. This includes the ability to interview, evaluate and hire successfully.
• Happy to “work down”, working with teams to get work done, even if this means working below the AMD level.
• Possessing excellent client services skills
• Solid financial management skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications

USIM

Job Title:                  Associate Director, Policy and Communications     

Reports to:               Senior Director, Pacific Region

Job Type:                   Full time, 2-year contract with the possibility for extension

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) builds and nurtures relationships with leaders in government, media, academia, civil society, and other faith and ethnic communities to ensure greater understanding of the issues that impact the Jewish community. CIJA combats antisemitism and discrimination in all its forms and advocates for fundamental rights and freedoms, social justice, and support for the people of Israel.

As the advocacy agent of the Jewish Federations of Canada, CIJA is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of Jewish life in Canada by advancing the public policy interests of Canada’s organized Jewish community.

CIJA connects the power of a strong, national network to regional efforts in every Canadian province and, as the Canadian affiliate of the World Jewish Congress, to international efforts worldwide.

Position Overview 

As an integral member of the CIJA Pacific Region team, the Associate Director, Policy and Communications will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the development of CIJA’s policy priorities in the Pacific Region and contributing to related local communications efforts.

This fast-paced, goal-oriented opportunity requires excellent communications skills and experience in the field of politics and/or public policy in British Columbia.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Work closely with the Senior Director, CIJA Pacific Region, to develop and advance CIJA’s policy priorities in the region.
• Contribute to the preparation of written communications materials – including parliamentary testimony, backgrounders, opinion editorials, press releases, correspondence, and other products – to advance support for CIJA’s policy priorities. 
• Establish and maintain relationships with Think Tanks and other public policy organizations that affect CIJA’s public policy agenda (e.g. BC Poverty Reduction Coalition, the Union of BC Municipalities)
• Work in collaboration with the Government Relations, and the Communications teams.
• Conduct research in areas related to CIJA’s provincial policy priorities, as well as on other topics as warranted.
• Support CIJA’s provincial and municipal policy advocacy efforts, with research and writing as required.
• Conduct policy briefings for community activists and other stakeholders, as required.
• Support advocacy events like the CIJA Pacific Region Wine and Cheese of the Chanukkah Reception.
• Maintain and grow network of relevant contacts.
• Conduct policy briefings for community activists and other stakeholders, as required.
• Other assignments as deemed appropriate by supervisor.

Job Skills and Requirements  

This job is for you if you…

• Have experience in the field of politics and/or public policy.
• Have some knowledge of or interest in British Columbia politics and public policy, the Jewish community, Israel, and/or the Middle East.
• Love to write and can do so in a clear, compelling, and high-quality manner.
• Have the capacity to write quickly and meet tight deadlines.
• Are an excellent oral communicator with presentation experience.
• ​Have an undergraduate degree or higher.
• Are self-motivated and can work independently.
• You are proficient in MS Office, and have the ability to effectively learn and use additional systems, including client database software and cloud-based applications.
• You can work independently and as part of a team both with local and national staff members.
• Do not mind working flexible hours that include travel, evenings, and weekends as required.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. This position will be based in CIJA’s Vancouver Office. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received. Salary commensurate with experience. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.  

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs

The Company:

This global gaming studio has been proudly crafting some of the world’s most well-known games for over twenty years, including 2 of the most downloaded games of all time! They put their passion into every pixel! With some of the biggest game rights in the world, teaming up with powerhouse brands like Disney, Lego, Universal, Mattel and Lamborghini, they are globally recognized for the creative game experiences they craft. Part of one of the world’s biggest media groups, they have the mana and resources to aim for the very best.

The role:

Under the supervision of the Montreal studio manager, you will, as part of your duties as product owner, be responsible for a brand-new game project. You and your team will be responsible for developing this new project from scratch. Everything needs to be created! They are therefore looking for someone versatile, who is capable of meeting the demands of the market and quickly iterating new ideas/solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Participating in, and assisting with, the recruitment of your main team
• Knowing how to present new ideas to the studio manager for your new project and taking initiative
• Developing the creative, artistic and design direction of the project with the help of your team
• Working according to the Agile method on this project and understanding how to quickly overcome any failures in order to start a new project, if necessary
• Demonstrating leadership by inspiring passion within your team
• Managing production in terms of milestones (project management)
• Managing the budget

Requirements:

• You have at least 5+ years of relevant industry experience in a similar position or as a producer, game designer, creative director or product manager.
• You have already worked in a gaming studio as part of a production team, and have excellent knowledge of this market and the associated game mechanisms.
• You are creative, with a proactive disposition and a certain practicality that will enable you to successfully reach the various stages related to the project.
• Thanks to your talents as a communicator, you are able to propose an idea or a project to management and bring it to life for the team.
• You know how to work in Agile mode, you’re not afraid of failure, and you’re able to bounce back quickly, if necessary.
• You demonstrate strong motivation and daring.

What They Offer

• Flexible schedule
• Friday afternoon off all year round!
• 3 weeks’ vacation and mobile days off, available as of your start date
• Time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Group RRSP program with employer contributions
• Great group insurance program
• Free 24/7 access to a virtual medical clinic
• The Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Partial reimbursement of your commuting costs (for public transit and/or parking)
• Regular activities and prizes courtesy of our Social Committee
• Secure bike storage room and a subsidy to encourage active transportation (during the summer)
• Daily snacks (fruit, coffee, etc.)
• Friday happy hours
• A game room
• A rooftop terrace
• Fitness classes

If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a cutting-edge environment, working on some of the most exciting applications and technology in the business, don’t hesitate in putting forward an application! To automatically receive notifications upon new roles and market updates, follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/white-bay-search/

White Bay

Our client has a full-time opening for a Sr. Media Manager with seven or more years of media planning & buying experience to join our growing media department. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong strategic thinking and the ability to convey strategies to clients and provide day-to-day oversight on media planning and buying activities. This role will drive strategies forward and oversee campaign performance and management for assigned clients. They will work closely with the Media Strategists and Media Coordinators by providing direction for the execution and maintenance of campaigns. The Sr. Media Manager will liaise directly with national clients and help oversee the management of media campaigns.

The company is a marketing and communications agency headquartered in Edmonton with employees in Calgary and Toronto. They leverage their multi-industry expertise on behalf of clients and all 37 incredible people who are building their careers there. They see the potential in every person, organization and community — and channel their collective talents to help each one shine. They are proud of the creative and collaborative culture they’ve built, and with every hire, they get a little stronger and a lot more fun.

This position will report directly to the Media Directors, which manage diverse account groups with different needs. If chosen, you will be joining at a time of steady growth and stability, to a very people-centric environment where every individual’s growth is taken seriously by the leadership.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience developing integrated media plans.
• A passion for finding innovative and creative media solutions for clients.
• Presentation experience and the ability to explain strategic recommendations through data, research and understanding of clients’ goals and measures of success.
• Experience building client and partner relationships.
• Experience negotiating media placements and costs with vendor partners.
• The ability to assess and evaluate media opportunities and trends related to clients’ objectives.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Google Ads (including search, display and YouTube), social platforms (including Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest), Google Analytics and other digital media.
• Experience reporting and measuring the success of media campaigns.
• Experience working with various clients and annual budgets ranging in size from five to seven figures.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and training junior team members.
• Knowledge of traditional media research tools and media tools.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience working for or with any of the following organizations:

• Retailers
• Public sector or not-for-profit organizations in health, wellness, mental health, economic development and innovation
• Major national brands

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive base salary
• Health and dental benefits
• Additional benefits depending on the candidates location
• 3 weeks paid vacation + business closure between Christmas and New Year + 3 half Fridays per year

Ari Agency Digital Recruitment & Executive Search

About us…

Slimming World is the UK’s leading weight management organisation, helping members lose weight in our community-based groups around the UK and Ireland and online through our digital programme. Our vision is to make the world a healthier, happier place – we build communities on kindness, trust and respect, inspire each other to achieve excellence and invest in our people.

About the role…

This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about PR and helping people to live healthier lives to join our dynamic in-house PR team as PR Assistant, raising awareness of Slimming World and protecting its hard-won reputation. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to support on PR campaigns, work directly with journalists and media outlets, and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to showcase Slimming World’s expertise and share our inspirational and motivational member success stories.

You’ll work with the wider charity and Public Affairs teams to raise awareness of Slimming World and its activities, such as the 2023 Race for Life sponsorship and the Slimming World London Marathon team, ensuring awareness of the company’s strong culture and positive brand image grows. You’ll build and strengthen relationships with journalists working across the national and regional media and work with them to reach audiences with inspiring Slimming World stories, supporting members to share their weight-loss transformations and engaging potential new members.

Working with your PR colleagues you’ll develop and hone essential PR skills through direct approaches from the media and monitoring press coverage featuring Slimming World and industry topics, while staying up to date with PR trends.

We’d love to hear from you if you are naturally warm and friendly with a sense of fun, and:

• ​are self-motivated, can work across multiple projects and prioritise workload with good time-management skills
• are empathetic and passionate about inspiring and motivating people to lead healthier lives
• are confident in communicating and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• have strong written and verbal communication skills

You’ll receive a generous rewards package including:

• ​salary £24,000 – £26,000 depending on experience
• a positive working culture and a friendly, safe and inspiring place to work
• annual performance-related bonus
• life assurance cover
• health cash-back plan plus access to rewards and discounts
• onsite gym and free exercise classes
• subsidised restaurant serving breakfast and lunch alongside free hot and cold drinks and fresh fruit
• regular social events
• 34 days holiday a year
• discounts at our gorgeous on-site salon
• free 12-week Slimming World membership, both in group or online

How to apply:

If you love the sound of this role and want to work with a friendly and supportive team, please send us a letter telling us about you and what has led you to apply for the role. Please also include an up-to-date CV to support your application. When you’re ready, please apply via our website www.slimmingworld.co.uk/careers -please include your current salary

Slimming World

Senior Producer

Client: Gaming

Role: Sr. Producer

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Open *depending on experience

Location: Ontario (Remote)

Your New Role

A Senior Producer with an ambition to make their mark on the company and the gaming industry. We’ve got a great rep already. Let’s turn it all the way up to awesome!

Key Accountabilities:

● Oversee all projects underway within the company

● Distribute and manage resources.

● Use project management techniques to achieve project objectives within quality, time, and cost boundaries.

● Organize and lead project status and working meetings.

● Prepare and present progress reports.

● Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

● Manage project changes.

● Develop relationships with key stakeholders.

● Hold project teams accountable for their project responsibilities and deliverables.

● Proactively ensure that teams are communicating and aware of schedules, and issues.

● Plan and prioritize product delivery roadmaps and support key customer deployments.

● Champion continuous improvement and adoption of project management and agile software development practices.

● Work closely with the CEO and senior management to assist in the daily operations.

● Provide administrative and logistical support.

● Assist in budgeting, financial analysis, and time management.

● Coordinate and manage southwestern Ontario’s largest game industry event: Game Slice.

● Liaise with clients.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

● 5+ years of experience as producer/project manager in the video game and interactive media industry.

● Rock-solid chops with Jira, Excel, and the Google suite of products.

● Experience managing all departments of a team – from coders to testers to artists.

● Credited with the successful shipping of at least 5 video game titles or equivalent.

● Specialties include agile project management, budgeting, content management, delivery, and quality control.

● An unflaggingly upbeat attitude coupled with a hard-nosed honesty regarding under-performance, deadlines, budgets, and other unpleasant realities.

● A love of people and unending social energy.

● Exceptional verbal and written skills; bonus points for public speaking ability.

● Top-notch organizational and time management skills.

Nice-to-Haves

● Experience managing diverse projects, from video games to educational and medical applications.

● Background in client relations.

● Involvement in medium to large scale software development projects.

● Background as a programmer or data analyst.

● An extensive network of solution providers each with proven performance records.

● A nearly problematic passion for games of all types

Interested?

If you’re available and interested in this role, please reply to this email as soon as you can attaching your updated word resume and salary requirement.

Hays

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

OPERATIONS OFFICER II

MEDIA RELATIONS MANAGER

$70,509 – $91,661 – $112,814

The City of Baltimore is seeking a Media Relations Manager. The Media Relations Manager will be responsible for developing and executing effective media relations strategies to promote the initiatives and policies of the City of Baltimore and the Mayor’s Office to the public and media.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may require some or all of these duties and responsibilities. This list is not inclusive. The position may require related duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the agency.

• Develops and executes a comprehensive media relations strategy, including proactive media outreach and reactive media management.
• Manages and maintains strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets and journalists.
• Monitors media coverage of City of Baltimore and Mayor’s Office and provides regular reports to senior management.
• Serves as primary point of contact for inquiries from media and the public, providing accurate and timely information.
• Writs and distributes press releases, statements, speeches, and other materials to promote initiatives and policies.
• Manages a media archive and ensures that all media materials are accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
• Monitors and analyzes media coverage activities and initiatives, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Manages media inquiries and coordinates interviews.
• Attends press conferences and other events.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skill and knowledge of AP style.
• Experience with social media platforms.
• Ability to work under time-sensitive deadlines and manage multiple projects, simultaneously.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national political and media landscapes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in media relations or a related role.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Financial Disclosure:

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Baltimore

Part of News Corp, The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK.

Our talented, and diverse team publishes the best coverage of news, sport, TV, showbiz, and lifestyle.

In early 2020 we launched a US edition, building the team from 20 to 120 staffers in the past three years, surpassing all revenue and traffic targets to become one of the fastest-growing news sites in the US.

We are now looking for a Senior Video Producer to help manage the growing video team.

This fast-paced role is based in New York and may require some evening and weekend work.

You will be:

• An outstanding video editor with expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Have experience working in a fast-paced, breaking news environment (ideally at a national level), and delivering to tight deadlines
• Proven ability to grow audiences across both on and off platform channels
• Adept at sourcing new and viral videos and organizing all elements of production shoots both in-studio and on location as well as writing briefs for videographers and journalists
• Full of ideas on how best to produce original content for editorial and social media consumption and have a proven track record of production
• Lead through a data driven approach for both content creation and optimization
• Work collaboratively with teams in NYC and London

You will need:

• An editorial background with experience in a digital publishing environment
• An understanding of The US Sun’s audience and the kinds of stories that drive traffic
• To be able to deal with agencies who sell video content
• To manage a small but growing team of video producers
• To be able to regularly deal with other departments in the business
• To have a full understanding of the legal landscape and knowledge of content rights
• To be open to a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend shifts

This is a fantastic opportunity to join News Corp in a high-performance team and grow your career in a supportive environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The US Sun