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Interactive Designer Extraordinaire
We are currently seeking a talented, energetic, and optimistic professional to fill the role of Interactive Designer.
The position is freelance/contract with opportunity to become full-time permanent staff based on performance and workload. This individual will be crucial in the creation of two exciting, new projects for one of our long-standing customers. You'll work as a member of our design team to establish and maintain design solutions and prototype interface concepts.
Please email your resume, portfolio and salary requirements if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
Please email your resume, portfolio and salary requirements if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Articulate concepts and communicate clearly (written and verbal).
- Have proficiency in creating UX documentation (personas, flows, and wireframes) that clearly and persuasively communicate the UX strategy and the reasoning behind it.
- Collaborate and facilitate concept execution.
- Prepare and maintain style guides.
- Provide quality assurance on creative deliverables.
Qualifications:
- A professional design portfolio
- A refined sensibility to color, composition, typography, and iconography.
- Expertise in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, XHTML and CSS. (Flash a plus)
- Comprehension of the latest web technologies and trends.
- 3+ years of experience as a Web Designer / UX Designer.
- Show us you are thorough and read everything, in your email tell us the password is “Squirrels”.
Flash Developer
We need someone to come develop with us. This is what you need to know: Flash/ActionScript 3, XML, AMF/Remoting, FLV, Gaia. Prime candidates will be able to demonstrate professional level skills by providing code samples and case studies of work they have done for clients. We expect solid understanding of the tools and process of building Flash applications: core packages, OOP principles, event architecture, class loading, resource loading and management, video and image manipulation, optimization, production standards and workflow, embedding and deployment, etc. We are looking specifically for free lance, contract, and temp to perm candidates.
We're looking for candidates with the technical chops and a friendly, professional attitude, so send us references from colleagues clients, even friends and family. Bonus points awarded for candidates with experience developing for LAMP (PHP), HTML/CSS and AJAX/JavaScript.
Interested? To respond to this job posting, please contact us via email. Please include “Flash Developer” in the subject and include the following in your response:
1. Tell us why you are the developer we're looking for.
2. Attach sample code and case studies.
3. Tell us a joke or perhaps include an amusing drawing (optional, and keep it work safe!).
Must be Southern California based and able to work at least some of the time in our Irvine, CA offices. We hope to meet you soon!
We're looking for candidates with the technical chops and a friendly, professional attitude, so send us references from colleagues clients, even friends and family. Bonus points awarded for candidates with experience developing for LAMP (PHP), HTML/CSS and AJAX/JavaScript.
Interested? To respond to this job posting, please contact us via email. Please include “Flash Developer” in the subject and include the following in your response:
1. Tell us why you are the developer we're looking for.
2. Attach sample code and case studies.
3. Tell us a joke or perhaps include an amusing drawing (optional, and keep it work safe!).
Must be Southern California based and able to work at least some of the time in our Irvine, CA offices. We hope to meet you soon!
Qualifications:
- Plays well with others.
- Can translate specifications and client requests into a workable development plan.
- Can explain technical concepts in plain English and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Has a favorite text editor or IDE.
- Has a deep appreciation for usability, design, and information architecture.
Hybrid Web Developer (Flash/PHP) Extraordinaire
We need someone to come develop with us. The ideal candidate will fall within one of the following profiles:
Senior-level PHP/LAMP developer with 3+ years experience.
Extensive OOD / OOP experience.
Strong SQL development and design skills
Competent with Flash/ActionScript 3.0 development
Bonus points for CakePHP framework experience
Bonus points for facebook connect integration and/or app development
OR
Senior level Flash/ActionScript 3.0 developer with 3+ years experience.
Extensive OOD / OOP experience.
Strong SQL development and design skills
Competent with PHP/LAMP development
Bonus points for Flex and/or AIR experience
IMPORTANT!
Candidate must also be able to produce impeccable HTML/CSS and be proficient with Javascript/AJAX specifically utilizing jQuery.
Additional bonus points for HTML5 experience.
Knowledge and experience working with Subversion a plus.
It’s a tall order, but we mean business. We’re looking for a senior level developer that can handle the front and back ends of a project from start to finish. Prime candidates will be able to demonstrate professional level skills by providing code samples and case studies of work they have done for clients. We expect solid understanding of the tools and processes of building websites and desktop/mobile applications, OOP principles, event architecture, class loading, resource loading and management, video and image manipulation, optimization, production standards and workflow, embedding and deployment, etc. We are looking specifically for a temp to perm candidate.
We’re looking for candidates with the technical chops and a friendly, professional attitude, so send us references from colleagues, clients, even friends and family.
Interested? To respond to this job posting, please contact us via email. Please include “Hybrid Developer” in the subject line and include the following in your response:
1. Tell us why you are the developer we’re looking for.
2. Attach sample code and case studies (at least one example of each core technology)
3. Tell us a joke or perhaps include an amusing drawing (optional, and keep it SFW!)
Senior-level PHP/LAMP developer with 3+ years experience.
Extensive OOD / OOP experience.
Strong SQL development and design skills
Competent with Flash/ActionScript 3.0 development
Bonus points for CakePHP framework experience
Bonus points for facebook connect integration and/or app development
OR
Senior level Flash/ActionScript 3.0 developer with 3+ years experience.
Extensive OOD / OOP experience.
Strong SQL development and design skills
Competent with PHP/LAMP development
Bonus points for Flex and/or AIR experience
IMPORTANT!
Candidate must also be able to produce impeccable HTML/CSS and be proficient with Javascript/AJAX specifically utilizing jQuery.
Additional bonus points for HTML5 experience.
Knowledge and experience working with Subversion a plus.
It’s a tall order, but we mean business. We’re looking for a senior level developer that can handle the front and back ends of a project from start to finish. Prime candidates will be able to demonstrate professional level skills by providing code samples and case studies of work they have done for clients. We expect solid understanding of the tools and processes of building websites and desktop/mobile applications, OOP principles, event architecture, class loading, resource loading and management, video and image manipulation, optimization, production standards and workflow, embedding and deployment, etc. We are looking specifically for a temp to perm candidate.
We’re looking for candidates with the technical chops and a friendly, professional attitude, so send us references from colleagues, clients, even friends and family.
Interested? To respond to this job posting, please contact us via email. Please include “Hybrid Developer” in the subject line and include the following in your response:
1. Tell us why you are the developer we’re looking for.
2. Attach sample code and case studies (at least one example of each core technology)
3. Tell us a joke or perhaps include an amusing drawing (optional, and keep it SFW!)
Qualifications:
- Plays well with others
- Can translate specifications and client requests into a workable development plan
- Can explain technical concepts in plain English and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds
- Has a favorite text editor or IDE
- Has a deep appreciation for usability, design, and information architecture
Super-Amazing Interactive Producer
We are currently seeking a talented, energetic, and optimistic professional with an annoying attention to detail to fill the role of Interactive Producer.
The Interactive Producer will manage the internal day-to-day workflow of multiple projects including production, scheduling, budget tracking, and quality assurance. Serving as the key liaison between the Relationship Manager and the production team, the Interactive Producer communicates project requirements to the project team and ensures successful execution and deployment of deliverables. They must understand every aspect of the project and be able to juggle multiple projects at the same time. Think – circus performer!
This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area with a high volume of projects. A very strong familiarity with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures as they relate to project management is essential. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This individual will be trustworthy and work well with minimal supervision. Most importantly, this individual will embrace the company culture that fosters teamwork, cooperation and shared success.
Please email your resume, salary requirements and responses to the questions below if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
1. What are the three most important characteristics of a successful Interactive Producer?
2. How did you clean your room as a kid?
3. What types of documents are required for the successful management of an interactive project?
The Interactive Producer will manage the internal day-to-day workflow of multiple projects including production, scheduling, budget tracking, and quality assurance. Serving as the key liaison between the Relationship Manager and the production team, the Interactive Producer communicates project requirements to the project team and ensures successful execution and deployment of deliverables. They must understand every aspect of the project and be able to juggle multiple projects at the same time. Think – circus performer!
This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area with a high volume of projects. A very strong familiarity with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures as they relate to project management is essential. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This individual will be trustworthy and work well with minimal supervision. Most importantly, this individual will embrace the company culture that fosters teamwork, cooperation and shared success.
Please email your resume, salary requirements and responses to the questions below if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
1. What are the three most important characteristics of a successful Interactive Producer?
2. How did you clean your room as a kid?
3. What types of documents are required for the successful management of an interactive project?
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day management of all internal aspects of client projects, including UI construction, website development, interactive video production, web content, game production and rich media with minimal supervision.
- Creates and maintains project schedule and ensures all project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
- Leads creative and development team kick off meetings and status meetings
- Maintains project budgets.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision or guidance
- Desire to learn through observation and self-discovery
- Online/digital advertising industry experience with a solid understanding of web design standards, Flash development, usability, and rich media
- Demonstrated experience in developing project documents, including project briefs, schedules, cost estimates, and status reports
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent budget management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Extremely proactive problem solver who anticipates potential project roadblocks and enlists teammates to resolve
- Adaptive communication style to effectively engage with the multiple personalities of creative designers and technical programmers
- Enthusiastic team player who actively supports and motivates team members
- Polished verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills
- Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio
- Understanding and practical experience engaging in Social Media
- Proficiency with online terminology and technology
Associate Director of Design
You won't just sit around concepting and directing - you'll actually design. And more importantly, you're not a one-man band. On a daily basis, you'll need to play nice with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Designers, Writers, Motion Graphic Designers, Developers, Account Managers, and clients - so stellar presentation skills and rockin' collaboration abilities are a must.
Please email your resume, portfolio and salary requirements if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
Please email your resume, portfolio and salary requirements if you are interested in becoming a Buddy!
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Explain and creatively pitch conceptual and directional choices
- Promote continual creative improvement and actively contribute to a culture of innovation, excellence and accountability
- Direct all phases of creative work from concept through production
- Responsible for mentoring and leading production staff through critique of their work to maintain consistent creative quality and award winning work
- Manage the creative staff on a daily basis and create department efficiencies
- Conduct 6 month reviews and provide recommendations for staff promotions
- Inspire and provide mentorship in all areas of design (visual, interaction, animation and copy writing)
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of digital and traditional design experience
- Visual communication skills that will knock our socks off - that includes color, composition, typography, iconography and interactive engagement
- A strong working knowledge of interaction design, user-centered experience design, brand development, digital marketing and the creative process
- Strong attention to detail and process
- Expertise in Flash, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, HTML and the capabilities of web browsers
- Show us you are thorough and read everything by including a link to your favorite campy video
Social Media Support Buddy Wanted
This is an entry-level opportunity best suited for a smart and fun person that wants to pursue a career in digital audience engagement. You will get exposure to the wide variety of social media marketing platforms, SEO and other digital communication tools. You will predominantly work with our Audience Engagement team and our Account Services Buddies. You will be expected to write posts and tweets that follow our clients’ brand guidelines and objectives.
You don’t have to be an expert in the field, or even have a ton of experience, but you do have to know a few things about social media. You can’t be a push over but you’ve got to be able to adapt to shifting workloads with many different personality types.
If you feel this position description was written with you in mind, please send your resume and include answers to the following questions with your response:
1. What brands do you currently “Like” on Facebook?
2. Do you regularly use Twitter?
3. Do you have a blog?
4. Do you follow any blogs?
5. Why do you feel you are fit for a career in social media marketing?
You don’t have to be an expert in the field, or even have a ton of experience, but you do have to know a few things about social media. You can’t be a push over but you’ve got to be able to adapt to shifting workloads with many different personality types.
If you feel this position description was written with you in mind, please send your resume and include answers to the following questions with your response:
1. What brands do you currently “Like” on Facebook?
2. Do you regularly use Twitter?
3. Do you have a blog?
4. Do you follow any blogs?
5. Why do you feel you are fit for a career in social media marketing?
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Know our clients, their point of contact, what they do, and why they hired us.
- Be familiar with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, MySpace, LinkedIn and blogs.
- Ability to change and adapt quickly to an ever-changing social landscape.
- Monitoring and responding to daily activity across various client accounts.
- Research and brainstorming to educate the team about various projects or specific initiatives when needed.
- Proactively communicate with all members of production and account services.
- Maintain weekly and monthly client status reports.
- Bonus points for bringing established copy writing skills to the table.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments at one time.
- Positive outlook and good interpersonal skills.
- Handle issues and find solutions to problems – independently.
- Envision solutions to problems before they arise.
- Computer literate in Word and Excel.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Oversee flow and amount of overall daily/weekly/general workload on specific projects throughout the day to ensure that interim deadlines and final end dates are met.
- Copy writing skills are a plus.
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