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JUF Hires Deerfield Native as Communications Associate
Steven Chaitman, of Deerfield, recently joined the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago as a Communications Associate.
In his new role, Chaitman manages social media for the JUF/Federation; writes for the organizations’ print and online publication, JUF News; and serves as managing editor for the Oy!Chicago website, which is geared to young adults.
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“I’m thrilled that I’ve found an opportunity that allows me to combine my journalism skills and my passion for Jewish professional work,” said Chaitman, who is a Deerfield native. “I’m excited to see how both will grow in my time here.”
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Prior to coming to the JUF/Federation, Chaitman was the Movie Section Editor for EntertainmentFuse.com and a freelance reporter for Windy City Times and RedEye. He also was an SEO Copyeditor/Writer for Grainger Industrial Supply. Chaitman held an internship in reporting for the Chi-Town Daily News, and was a Staff Reporter for the Columbia Missourian.
He also works as a high school youth adviser at Congregation Beth Am in Buffalo Grove, and has previously worked as a song leader, including as a music specialist for JCC Chicago early childhood programs.
Chaitman earned his Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri, and is a graduate of Deerfield High School.
He is the son of Beth and Joel Chaitman, who live in Deerfield.
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