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Date: 7/03/08
Who: Evri
Position: Web Applications Developer
Where: Seattle
What: Evri is looking for a front-end WEB APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER. You will be responsible for applying XHTML/CSS, Javascript, and other tricky Web techniques to help build the look and user-facing functionality for Evri's products. This role requires excellent communication skills as you will be working with Interaction Designers, Backend Engineers, and Product Managers.
Responsibilities: Develop optimized/cross-platform front-end code in CSS/XHTML, and JavaScript. Develop functional prototypes to demonstrate concepts and to enable rapid iterative support for evaluative research. Collaborate with product managers, designers, backend engineers, and researchers to refine the user experience. Partner with engineering to ensure that interactive techniques and technologies translate through to shipping products and services. Connect with the user interface development community to track latest trends and emerging technologies.
Requirements: CSS, HTML/XHTML/WAP. Strong JavaScript skills, understanding of prototype-based OOP. XML/XSLT. W3C DOM methods and properties. Experience with Unix. Version control systems (preferably SVN)
Other Requirements:. Strong graphic design skills. 5+ years experience in launching successful interactive web sites/applications as a key member of a user experience team. Portfolio including a self-started web-based project. At least three years of relevant web programming experience. Experience working with Interactive Designers to create end product. Preferred skills/attributes that make you stand out:. Adobe Photoshop or Fireworks. Proficiency in a scripting language like Ruby or Python. Involvement in open source projects. Experience with a higher-level Javascript framework like jQuery, Prototype, Dojo, etc. BS degree or higher, preferably in Computer Science
Contact: Please submit resume or letter of qualifications to jobs@evri.com
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Date: 7/03/08
Who: Xeriton
Position: Sr Marketing Manager - Customer Acquisition
Where: Sammamish
What: Xeriton Corporation is a private company focused on bringing cutting edge consumer software and web services to market by leveraging its software publishing, e-commerce, and internet marketing brands and teams. Xeriton employs more than two dozen employees in the United States, and enjoys strategic business relationships with firms located throughout the world. Our mission is to be a leading source of consumer software and web services that enhance a computer user's experience. This position is responsible for customer acquisition through direct-response advertising campaigns and partner-driven campaigns. This includes finding, evaluating, negotiating, and managing these campaigns to company ROI goals while managing positive relationships with publisher and partner representatives.. Key performance indicators are volume, revenue, and profit metrics. May take on special projects or assignments and other management tasks as necessary.
Responsibilities: Building, managing, and optimizing advertising campaigns to ROI goals. Managing and optimizing partner sales funnel to company metrics. Analysis and tuning of sales funnel to company metrics. Development of campaign-specific marketing collateral. Analyze competitive strategies and define winning counter-strategies.
Requirements: Bachelors degree in marketing, business, or related fields. MBA helpful. 7+ years experience in marketing, advertising, or sales. 3+ years team management. Experience with CPA, CPM, CPC.
Contact: For consideration, please email of copy of your resume to don@xeriton.com
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Date: 7/03/08
Who: Linden Lab (Second Life)
Position: German Localization Specialist
Where: Seattle
What: Linden Lab, the creators of Second Life, is looking for an experienced German localizer to take on the lead role in our German localization efforts. We seek detail and results-oriented Specialists to take the lead on various phases of product localization including project definition, design execution, solutions development & tools release, and translation processes.
Responsibilities: Testing and upstream reporting of language-specific i18n issues. Localization and translation of the Viewer, Web, and Support material. Serving as a localization lead to the vendor or to the community localizers. Ownership of the German glossary, style guide and TM. Detailed and full localization testing of Viewer, Web, Support materials. Localization of time-sensitive blogs and product alerts. Translating all communications to the users. Translate marketing and PR materials for Germany, Austria, Switzerland.
Requirements: Native fluency in German language and culture. Less than two years away from native Germany. BA/BS in computer science, localization, language or translation from a German university a big plus, MA/MS preferred. Some knowledge of xml, html, php extremely helpful. Expertise in at least one translation tool. Translation/localization samples will be requested.
Contact: To apply, please visit our employment page at http://lindenlab.com/employment to submit your resume and learn more about the company. Or, apply directly at http://lindenlab.hrmdirect.com/employment/view.php?req=21953
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Date: 7/02/08
Who: Speakeasy
Position: Copywriter & Marketing Communications Specialist
Where: Seattle
What: Speakeasy, one of the nation’s leading broadband voice (VoIP), data and IT service providers, simplifies small business communications with cost-effective service packages and unparalleled support. This position supports the marketing communication efforts of the company and reports to the Director of Marketing Communication. You will be responsible for creating all communication campaigns including copywriting for web, collateral, direct marketing, sales, customer case studies customer and partner communications program. Additionally, this position provides copy editing support for internal communications and customer communications. This position is also responsible for print production and managing content in Speakeasy’s online resource centers. Coordination with the other marketing team members is critical, including: events, promotions, product marketing and the web team.
Responsibilities: Work directly with Director of Marketing Communication and the communication team to develop communication material to support Speakeasy’s communication channels including: web, customer service, direct marketing and customer nurture campaigns. Work closely with Speakeasy web team on web copy and concept execution. Write and produce sales material such: web casts, technical benefit sheets, PDF’s, training material and case studies. Create technical papers as needed. Maintain appropriate brand messaging and standards. Manage outside vendors as needed. Manage content in resource centers used by sales and customers.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, journalism or marketing in a corporate and/or agency environment. Minimum 1 - 3 years copywriting experience on a marketing communications team or as a freelance writer with demonstrated experience working as a member of a creative team. Strong writing and editing skills with demonstrated experience with web, product, sales material and promotional copy. Evidence of writing to a technical audience desired. Ability to plan and managed programs. Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally and with a fast paced team. Strong orientation to detail with the ability to multi-task. Experience in technology, preferably with in telecommunications. Requires skill: Microsoft Office.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 7/02/08
Who: Avenue A | Razorfish
Position: Associate Media Director
Where: Seattle
What: Avenue A | Razorfish is one of the largest interactive agencies in the world and currently have more than 2,000 employees in 20 offices in seven countries (Australia, China, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States) focusing exclusively on digital marketing and technology. With support from the Vice President and Director of Media, the AMD provides functional management and leadership to a team of experienced Media Planners. The Associate Media Director is expected to be a strong cross-functional contributor, working closely with the Account Directors and Agency Management. The AMD will also support the Media Director and VP Media as needed. The chosen candidate will have proven leadership skills, a solid track record of developing and executing media strategy, and a strong media background in multiple disciplines.
Responsibilities: Manage staff, workflow and department capabilities. In conjunction with the Media Director, the AMD provides day-to-day functional management of Avenue A - Razorfish Media Planners, including an active role in training and mentoring. Duties include: Provide timely feedback and performance evaluation to team members. Create and execute development plans with direct reports. Build team environment. Assist in the hiring of new employees. Develop and execute new hire training, as well as the department-wide continuing education programs. Work cross-functionally with Avenue A - Razorfish management team and Account Directors. Work with aQuantive executives as needed. Increase visibility of media expertise throughout the agency.
Requirements: BA or equivalent experience required. 6+ years of media planning or equivalent business experience; 3 years in online media preferred. 2+ years management experience preferred. Experience with ad server technology; Atlas Software preferred.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 7/01/08
Who: Amazon.com
Position: Editor, Amazon Customer Service - 032378
Where: Seattle
What: Are you an extraordinary communicator who can translate complex business requirements into clear, concise and appealing content? Amazon Customer Service is looking for an experienced Editor who has both exceptional writing skills and a strong eye for design.
Responsibilities: The Customer Service Editorial team’s responsibilities include: Partnering with technical and business owners, Public Relations and Legal to define company policy related to customer issues and relentlessly advocate for the end-user. Creating and maintaining the Amazon.com Help pages that empower our customers to answer their own questions about our services. Writing and maintaining blurbs, the succinct e-mail replies Customer Service associates modify to address specific customer contacts. Creating and maintaining internal reference pages which house thorough and specific process and policy information for Customer Service associates. Writing and publishing news articles to notify Customer Service associates of policy updates, company news and best practices. Leading select continuous improvement projects related to content accessibility, usability, completeness and branding.
Requirements: The ideal candidate will have superb technical writing skill paired with the ability to create visually appealing communication solutions. S/he will have demonstrated project management experience and the organizational discipline to track and simultaneously manage several highly visible projects that are diverse in nature. The candidate will also have demonstrated the ability to make decisions under pressure in ambiguous circumstances and have extraordinary attention to detail. Minimum of two years of technical writing experience. Significant page design experience (either in print or on the web). Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field. Ability to optimize content for search and browse (formal knowledge of taxonomy design desired). Intermediate HTML skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Adobe Photoshop. Previous customer service experience and some background in Operational Excellence or Lean are highly desired.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 7/01/08
Who: HL2
Position: Interactive Web Producer
Where: Seattle
What: There's an opening here at HL2. The Interactive Producer has primary responsibility for day-to-day project management for assigned interactive engagements.These responsibilities include but are not limited to: project management, team orchestration and client/vendor interaction, coordinating large-scale online content, work on structure, design, implementation and maintenance of other assigned projects as needed.
Responsibilities: Manages workflow for assigned online/interactive production projects. Works independently while leading a team of designers, writers and producers to successful project completion. May work directly with client, or may work partner with account director to work with client. Works with development team to refine creative, information architecture and technology methodologies to meet the specific needs of individual projects. Reports status and provides visibility into issues and problems for senior management. Initiate projects & programs, grows account and provide strategic marketing counsel to the clients. Manages account billing. Helps to define and refine team practices for accurate estimation of project schedules, resource requirements, risks and costs. Mentors associate producers and producers on aspects of client and project management.
Requirements: 3+ years experience in web site or other technological development, and/or design, with 3+ year of project management. BA in Computer Science, Web Project Management, or a related field. Knowledge and experience with key web technologies. Ability and experience in leading a team. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience managing large-scale web sites, with large volume content geared toward target audience. Must be creative, highly motivated. Excellent client/vendor relations, with focus on customer satisfaction. Detail and deadline oriented. Self starter. Work well with minimal supervision. Have a track record of successfully delivering on multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to type and use a computer. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Must have transportation to drive to the Eastside a minimum of once a week.
Contact: Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to HR@HL2.com.
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Date: 7/01/08
Who: Worktank
Position: Freelance Webcast Communications Specialist
Where: Seattle
What: Worktank is a dynamic award-winning agency specializing in brand storytelling. We are looking for a poised customer service oriented Webcast Communications Specialist. The perfect candidate must be a self-motivated and self-directed individual who can work well in a team environment. They must be able to solve creative problems under tight deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail and processes.
Responsibilities: Create, test, and activate post-event e-mails using existing templates and manage e-mail marketing tool on a daily basis for external clients
Proactively work with marketing managers and program stakeholders to update e-mail campaign content, create new templates, and compile reports
Proactively reduce and/or eliminate issues from occurring. When issues occur, provide expedient and satisfying issue resolution so that both marketing manager(s) and program stakeholder(s) are satisfied. Perform QA tests on post-event e-mails
Seek to streamline efficiencies within client process and tool. Stay adept and knowledgeable on post-event marketing delivery technology through the client tool. Uphold an in-depth knowledge of client’s business. Develop and create training materials for team. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and services.
Requirements: Minimum of 2 years project management experience in the technology industry and or online Media. Marketing, html/e-mail campaign tool experience a plus. Strong communication skills (both written and oral)
Strong attention to detail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word & Excel). Experience working with external clients
Self starter. Work well with minimal supervision. Have a track record of successfully delivering on multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to type and use a computer. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Must have transportation to drive to the Eastside a minimum of once a week.
Contact: Send your resume, cover letter to: hiring@worktankseattle.com. Include Webcast Communications Specialist in the subject line.
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Date: 7/01/08
Who: Ingeniux
Position: Web Developer
Where: Seattle
What: A talented, self-motivated individual is needed to fill this dynamic position at Ingeniux. The Web Developer will be part of a small, yet energized engineering team and play an integral role in implementing customer websites using our web content management system. The successful candidate will have broad technical skills and excellent communication skills.
Requirements: Experience developing cross-browser JavaScript/XHTML/CSS-based rich web applications. Good knowledge of CSS and DOM standards, browser quirks, rendering differences, etc. Experience implementing functionality using an AJAX framework like Dojo Toolkit, YUI, or DWR. Experience using an IDE like Visual Studio, Eclipse, NetBeans, or Aptana, Experience developing server functionality in ASP, ASP.NET, PHP, or JSP. Basic configuration, design, and SQL skills with MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle. Preferred Items: Exposure to XML. Demonstrated configuration knowledge for IIS 5/6. UI design skills. Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field and/or a combination of some college coursework and related work experience. Excellent analytical problem-solving skills. Candidate must be a team player and possess a passion for developing for the Web.
Contact: Submit your resume today to careers@ingeniux.com.
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Date: 6/30/08
Who: Classmates.com
Position: VP, Brand Marketing
Where: Renton
What: Classmates.com is a profitable website that’s been evolving since 1995. Once a directory for high schools, now a growing social networking site, we’ve not only increased our revenue, we’ve also proven to be one of the few websites who’s stood the test of time. The VP of Marketing will work closely with the other members of the Classmates.com executive team as well as the UNTD executive team to be responsible for driving all US-based marketing efforts.
Responsibilities: He/she will be responsible specifically for the following: Oversees overall marketing strategies, integrated marketing & merchandising plans, calendars, timelines, budgets, resources necessary to support the company’s objectives. Develop and manage high functioning staff; provide opportunity for growth through ownership of projects and visibility to upper management. Spearheads strategy for all brand, market, consumer, competitive and usability market research. Initiates and leverages outside suppliers, partners and potential sponsors for marketing and advertising. Works with creative team to develop appropriate sales, advertising, on-site advertising, banner advertising, offline, 3rd party advertising, co-branding and email promotion creative content consistent with marketing strategy and campaign objectives. Recommends and leads other United Online divisions for integrated and run-of-site advertising efforts on Classmates.com. Coordinates overall branding strategy, positioning, identity, messaging and develops brand perception measurements and criteria. Communicates standards for brand across the organization and with executive management team. Acting as the primary Classmates.com interface with the UNTD Ad Sales Team, UNTD Acquisitions Team and UNTD Business Development Team with respect to all creative executions for Classmates.com. This includes banner ads for acquisition, 3rd party ads that will be rotated on the Classmates.com site and 3rd party deals where creative will be displayed on behalf of the partner.
Requirements: A qualified candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years experience in marketing in a high-tech environment, preferably the Internet space. A quick study who clearly exhibits aptitude, integrity, tenacity, and a good sense of humor. Candidates must possess strong marketing skills, written and verbal communication skills, and business analysis and planning skills. Experience and proven track record of working well with cross-functional teams and executive management a must. BS/BA required. MBA preferred.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/30/08
Who: Hacker Group
Position: Interactive Art Director
Where: Seattle
What: One of the largest, fast growing integrated marketing agencies on the West Coast has an immediate opening for an Interactive Art Director in Seattle, Washington. We seek an innovative expert in all online including; websites, banners, flash demos, IA, UI, UE and more. You should be conceptual thinker, hands-on star in Flash, proven team player and have a hunger for growing interactive business.
Responsibilities: Team with writers to develop concepts for online and print marketing. Create and oversee layout and design. Interface with account staff, project managers and vendors. Present creative concepts to clients. Work effectively with schedules and budgets. Manage and mentor junior art directors and designers. Work with developers, coders as necessary
Requirements: 3-5 years agency and/or direct marketing experience. Expert in Macromedia Studio 8, Flash Pro, Adobe CS. Proficient in Action Scripting, XML, CSS, HTML as well as IA, UI, UE. Print experience, Final Cut Pro, After Effects and 3D apps a plus. 4-year degree in relevant field. B2C, B2B experience with online marketing .
Contact: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume to: jobs@hackergroup.com
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Date: 6/27/08
Who: Alaska Airlines
Position: Webmaster, IT Creative Services
Where: Seattle
What: The Webmaster, IT Creative Services is responsible for developing, enhancing and supporting all technical, non-transactional aspects of Alaska Airlines’ internal web sites, including user interface design, multimedia/interactive content distribution, and non-transaction system application development and maintenance. All projects will be accomplished in alignment with IT standards. The position will work, both independently and with application teams, to develop new web site features to meet the airline’s evolving business needs, and will establish processes and documentation for maintaining this content. This person ensures structural consistency among Alaska’s internal sites. The Webmaster, IT Creative Services is also responsible for gathering project requirements, working with management to secure resources, and collaborating with customers and IT teams to bring technical projects to a successful conclusion. The Webmaster will advise the Supervisor, IT Creative Services in the feasibility of projects, and assist in the establishment, implementation and enforcement of design and technical standards as related to the company intranet. This position requires a creative thinker who will work well with IT application teams, graphic designers, and web publishers throughout the company.
Requirements: xperience creating, maintaining and redesigning a large-scale Web site — preferably an employee-oriented site. 1-3 years experience working with HTML, CSS, XML, ASP, Javascript, VBScript ASP.net, SQL, and C# (or other generally accepted computer programming language in the development of web based applications). 1-3 years experience evaluating and implementing new technologies including web portal solutions. Ability to program and implement technical designs in conformance with company’s brand and security standards. 1-3 years experience with Adobe Creative Suite products (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Flash) and Microsoft products such as FrontPage. Experience with distributing audio/video content for the web. Knowledge of front/back end web architectures, specifically web servers and database integration through web interfaces. Capable of working independently and cross divisional. Ability to translate technical information to the business customer. Ability to communicate business needs of development projects to IT staff. Works effectively under pressure, ability to multi task and meet deadlines. Professionally communicates, both verbally and in writing. Detail oriented.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/27/08
Who: Blue Nile
Position: Technology Project Manager
Where: Seattle (International District)
What: Blue Nile, the leading online retailer of diamonds and fine jewelry, is seeking a Technology Project Manager to drive software development projects. Blue Nile's Project Managers are responsible for projects of varying size and scope and will have the opportunity to participate in business analysis, solution design, quality assurance and end user training. The Project Manager will manage the execution of a project by working with the project team to create a comprehensive project plan. To be successful in this position, one needs to be a motivated problem-solver and must be naturally curious about all aspects of Blue Nile's business operations.
Responsibilities: Business analysis. Project planning & communication. Requirements management. Tracking & oversight. Issue resolution.
Requirements: 2+ years technology project management experience. Experience with software development life cycles. Ability to understand business needs and translate these into requirements. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong leadership skills and team building skills.
Contact: Please submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements via email to jobs@bluenile.com or via fax to 206.336.6750.
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Date: 6/26/08
Who: Behringer, USA
Position: Web Developer
Where: Bothell
What: BEHRINGER USA, Inc. is a world-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of professional audio equipment, musical instruments and their related products. We are currently seeking seeking a skilled and experienced Web Developer who will report to the Senior Web Producer and will have a critical role in supporting Behringer's international online marketing initiatives..he candidate must have a strong database, programming, and scripting language experience.An in-depth knowledge most or all of the following is required: XHTML & CSS, Ruby on Rails, PHP, Java, Flex, ASP, .NET, MySQL or SQL, Javascript.Understanding of web design best practices, such as user interface conventions, and accessibility.
Responsibilities: The Web Developer will work with the Senior Web Producer and the Web & Interactive Media Designer by playing a key role in the execution of online media. 1) Implement web designs, interactive flash presentations, and video produced by other members of the team. 2) Develop intuitive web portals, web applets, online forms that serve Behringer's customers and employees. 3) Must have strong interpersonal skills, and be a team player. 4) Compliance with company code of conduct and all applicable laws, regulations, rules and policies 5) Other duties as assigned
Requirements: Bachelors degree in Web Design/Multimedia or equivalent experience.Minimum of 5 years of experience developing website. Experience building interactive web sites using standard practices.
Contact: Please submit your resume and salary requirements to jobs_us@behringer.com and put Web Developer in the subject line.
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Date: 6/26/08
Who: Amazon.com
Position: Music Editor/Site Merchandiser
Where: Seattle
What: The Amazon Music Editorial Team seeks an experienced, dedicated, diverse, and energetic music editor/site merchandiser to contribute their hard work, creative content ideas, critical thinking, and project management skills to Amazon’s North American music site (http://www.amazon.com/music). In this role, editorial assignments and creative directions are influenced by the overall business goals, therefore potential applicants must be able to give and take creative direction and artist/genre choices when it comes to final decisions with marketing, merchandising, and promotional ideas.
Responsibilities: Contribute and help execute bold creative ideas that help grow the overall music business. Create, build, measure, analyze, and improve current site and email campaigns and promotions. Participate in site quality reviews and propose new traffic-driving music content strategies. Work closely with Buying and Merchandising teams in a pod structure to insure that Editorial campaigns are consistent with the overall business strategy. Help to manage both Major and Indie label/vendor communications and change requests (meetings, calls, emails) with regard to music site titles and campaign promotions. Project manage medium-large site promotions and events each quarter by driving both internal and external stakeholders to meet all deliverable deadlines and major milestones. Pull and analyze web site and email blast metrics to understand and improve overall campaign and editorial effectiveness. Check and correct title data integrity issues (search terms, browse data) and update detail pages. Manage list of offsite freelance editorial content and related freelance invoices. Schedule multimedia and video content. Schedule, record, and edit artist interviews with audio software. Write and maintain editorial blogs and podcasts.
Requirements: Broad knowledge of music in general. This includes deep knowledge and experience with 2-3 genres, and preferably proven experience through published music content example. Professional business communication and acumen especially when interfacing with vendors. Organizational stamina to track and simultaneously manage several highly visible projects. Demonstrated project management experience (1-2 years) with both small and large projects including project scoping, scheduling, resourcing, and risk management. Demonstration of basic critical thinking aptitude including metrics and analysis preferably used to inform and evaluate site content, merchandising, and promotional campaigns.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/25/08
Who: Metia
Position: Content Manager
Where: Kirkland, WA
What: Metia, Inc. is a successful and growing IT marketing services consultancy with offices in London, New York, Singapore and Kirkland, Washington. If you would like to work in a dynamic, creative, and rewarding environment, Metia is the place for you.We are currently seeking an experienced content manager to work on a large B2B website portal for a large client based in Redmond.
Responsibilities: Key responsibilities will be to strategize, develop, and deliver content as well as serve as the liaison between the stakeholder and editorial/production teams. Work directly with stakeholders to develop high-quality website content and assure proper tone, messaging, and effectiveness. Build, maintain, and implement content plans and editorial calendars. Drive stakeholder engagement, including understanding business requirements, facilitate communications, and manage meetings and content reviews. Manage regular updates to assigned site sections as part of a regular publishing cycle. Initiate content items for promotion in a biweekly newsletter, collaborate with other content managers to enhance cross promotion throughout the site, and seek stakeholder synergies with portal areas of focus. Maintain understanding of site-wide guidelines and policies, and ensure stakeholder understanding and compliance. Manage and evaluate incoming content requests against business requirements. Educate business owners and stakeholders about overall content strategy and assist with content planning. Ensure career expectations are met as appropriate and consistent with Metia’s requirements. Identify and attend appropriate training courses. Participate in team and company activities
Requirements: To be successful in this role you will have: 3+ years experience as content manager/coordinator in either print or Web publishing, and 3+ years writing and editing content for marketing campaigns, preferably for a Web audience. Familiarity with Web publishing cycles, including production, QA and workflow within cross-functional teams. Familiarity and experience working with mobile software environments a plus. Effective time and task management skills to drive and complete multiple tasks in a fast pace environment. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
Contact: To be considered for this position, please forward your resume to usjobs@metia.com
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Date: 6/25/08
Who: WSDOT
Position: Communication Consultant 1
Where: Shoreline
What: Do you love to write? Are you interested in media relations? Are you looking to be part of Washington State’s traffic solution? If so, we have the job for you. WSDOT is looking for a Communication Consultant 1 to provide transportation information to WSDOT staff, local communities, neighborhoods, and business; local, state and federal officials; and other stakeholders. This Communication Consultant would produce newsletters, brochures, websites and other paper and electronics communication materials to equip those on our team communicating with the public.* This is a project position scheduled to last through December 31, 2009 with the potential to become a multi-year position if additional funding becomes available.
Responsibilities: Research write, edit, organize, produce and distribute print materials. Prepare media releases, briefing papers, media lists, speeches and electronic presentations. Manage public information systems and records. Identify issues pertinent to regional constituencies, develop appropriate responses and recommend messaging and course of action to WSDOT officials. Maintain tracking databases for the 2009 construction season. Support WSDOT staff in public meetings and outreach. Serve as a liaison between WSDOT staff and the public and other agencies. Answer inquiries from the public by letter or telephone.
Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field. A valid driver’s license. Ethical standards of conduct, integrity and honesty. Ability to act in the public interest. A commitment to the Department’s quality, diversity, and public service values.
Contact: Please submit a completed WSDOT Employment Application, letter of interest and detailed resume by 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 7, 2008. The letter of interest should indicate how you meet the qualifications as shown on this announcement. Be prepared to provide references at the time of interview. Please submit electronic application materials in Word format to: jobsnorthwest@wsdot.wa.gov
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Date: 6/25/08
Who: Microscan Systems
Position: Web Project Manager
Where: Seattle
What: Microscan is a globally profitable and rapidly growing company, with an immediate opening for a motivated Online Marketing Specialist to manage multiple websites; maximize our online presence, SEO and PPC programs; and develop and execute online marketing campaigns.
Responsibilities: Responsible for overall structure, technical enhancements, and user functionality of online global presence, including several websites in multiple languages. Identify and act on new opportunities for online marketing efforts to increase site traffic and maximize leads. Manage Search Engine Optimization program, including researching keywords, managing sponsored campaigns, tracking and reporting results. Manage and track strategic email marketing program, including newsletters and promotions, to a variety of audiences and targets. Stay abreast of current events and trends in the online industry and make recommendations for adoption.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree and minimum of 4 years experience developing websites and online marketing campaigns. Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills. Strong organization, critical thinking, & independent learning abilities Understand Web tools and technologies, information design, content management systems, and HTML publishing. Experience with web analytics and tracking tools. Thorough understanding of search engine optimization. Experience with Flash and multimedia content is a big plus.
Contact: To apply, please email your cover letter and resume with salary expectations in word format to aharris@microscan.com
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Date: 6/25/08
Who: Foodista
Position: Web Project Manager
Where: Seattle
What: Front end web development engineer needed at Foodista.com, a Seattle-based startup working to revolutionize the way people find, discover, contribute and share food and cooking knowledge. We are an early stage startup currently bootstrapping development of the first version of our site, planning to launch this fall. The founders have decades of experience building large scale consumer Web applications at numerous startups and large companies, including Amazon.com, eBay, and Microsoft. Initially a full-time contract position, could evolve into a permanent gig.
Responsibilities: Design and implement a new and innovative presentation layer. Create and manage CSS styles and CSS frameworks. Create pages from design specifications, with an eye toward simplifying and improving. Build/Code dynamic pages leveraging internal APIs. Create code for dynamic front-end features with DHTML/AJAX/JavaScript. Cross-browser test and troubleshoot rendering issues. Ensure pages are easily read by both humans and search-engine crawlers by using correct and clear semantic markup. Optimize for insanely fast load times.
Requirements: You live in the presentation layer. You are passionate about design, and have a superb sense of visuals and process flow. You produce clean, well-formatted code that renders consistently in all modern browsers. You have deep knowledge of XHTML, CSS, JavaScript and AJAX technologies. You take pride in your work, and have a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed expectations on time and under pressure. Experience in front-end web development on sites, preferably used by millions of people. An intuitive understanding of usability and effective information architecture. Proven ability to build for Search Engine Optimization. Experience with Django and/or Python a plus. Interest in and knowledge of cooking a big plus.
Contact: Apply online at www.premera.com/employment and reference 3551
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Date: 6/24/08
Who: Premera
Position: Web Project Manager
Where: Mountlake Terrace
What: First established in 1933, the PREMERA family of health-care companies is headquartered in Washington and serves over 1.5 million members in several Western States. Our successful candidate will work with other eBusiness staff and internal company stakeholders to define, coordinate, and implement new and enhanced web content projects for all of Premera's external web sites, supporting all lines of business for the company. The role supports implementation throughout all phases of the product updates.
Responsibilities: Lead production support initiatives for internal business stakeholders that involve coordinating time-sensitive updates to various portals. Partner with core eBusiness team members (User Experience Consultants, Web Producers, other Web Product Managers, Developers, Quality Assurance associates) to define and coordinate new content updates across various portals. Manage the project timeline and detailed tasks required to successfully complete time-sensitive production updates. Work through internal business stakeholders to coordinate changes needed by third-party vendor relationships in support of web portal enhancements. Coordinate reviews and approvals with all relevant stakeholders. Provide project assistance for focused components of corporate initiatives or eBusiness releases. Perform research as directed regarding market or industry trends for input to strategy development. Provide support for business rollout activities such as training and input to collateral development. Provide second-level production support for end-user problem resolution, and drive changes to portals if necessary to support fix. Complete special projects or other duties as assigned.
Requirements: AA or four-year degree or equivalent experience. Four or more years of related experience, including web content production, product management, business analysis and/or project management. eBusiness / web experience. Healthcare industry experience. Highly skilled at use of MS products such as Excel, Word, MS Project, and other similar tools.
Contact: Apply online at www.premera.com/employment and reference 3551
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Date: 6/23/08
Who: The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Position: Program Officer - US Program
Where: Seattle
What: The US Program Officer will report to the current Senior Program Officer directing policy, finance, and advocacy strategies for Washington state in the US Advocacy Program and will work in close consultation with the foundation’s program teams in the design, development and management of advocacy related strategies and grant programs.
Responsibilities: Direct the formulation and execution of an advocacy and policy grants program that increases support for efforts to reduce family homelessness, increase kindergarten and college readiness. Work closely with US program teams working in Washington state to identify and select partners and assist in the development of grant proposals. Review letters of inquiry, solicit and assess grant proposals and work with potential grantees to develop proposal summaries for submission. Recommend funding for grants and contracts to support and move the program’s strategy forward and align with overall program efforts. Prepare operating budget and forecasts, track expenditures, create and analyze statistical and financial reports. Supervise the research and production of in-depth analysis, background and briefing papers for foundation staff and executive leadership on key public policy and finance issues affecting efforts to reduce the number of homeless families and other key areas that impact the Foundation’s focused area of vulnerable children and families in Washington State Assist and partner with other members of the Foundation’s team working in Washington State on a wide variety of policy and advocacy related issues as appropriate.
Requirements: At least eight years of experience of working with public policy, finance and advocacy affecting vulnerable children and families in Washington State preferably at the state level. A graduate degree preferred. Experience with the Washington state political and public finance landscape. Experience in building and managing advocacy related programs, public awareness / public will campaigns. Familiarity with family homelessness and education issues including policies and revenue streams that are dedicated to addressing these issues. Some experience with grant making is preferred. Strong analytic skills and the ability to think strategically, politically, and programmatically. Excellent written and oral communication skills, in positions requiring diplomacy in communicating with a broad and diverse audience. The ability to be a quick learner, flexible, highly organized, with ability to manage multiple projects with a strong orientation to detail/quality work. Self-starter and flexibility to work in fast-paced and changing environment. Demonstrated ability to work with flexibility, efficiency and diplomacy both individually and as part of a complex team effort. Healthy sense of humor. Occasional travel required.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/23/08
Who: Daptiv (formerly eProject)
Position: Sr. Product Marketing Manager
Where: Seattle
What: We were ‘Web 2.0’ before there was a ‘Web 2.0’ and are now the on-demand leader on collaborative project portfolio management software. Since 1997, Daptiv has delivered software as a service (SaaS), web-based collaborative business applications to more than 700 organizations world-wide. The senior product marketing manager at Daptiv is a pivotal position that will interface with engineering, product management, marketing, and sales teams as well as with the executive team. Focus will be on articulating and evangelizing the emerging Daptiv platform story. Experience with agile software development methodologies will be ideal, as will experience on both front end requirements definition and go to market execution.
Responsibilities: Develop vision and requirements to align product strategy. Create themes, story, positioning and messaging to drive development and go to market activities. Evangelize products and solutions to key core audiences such as prospects, writers/editors, analysts, and our internal teams. Create and develop sales tools and training that clearly position and communicate value. Manage go to market cycle and deliverables including messaging, deliverables, web content, communications to multiple audiences, and related elements of product launch. Collaborate with marketing demand generation and web teams to align these to key campaign themes. Pricing and packaging strategies.
Requirements At least 5-10 years of prior product management or marketing experience in software is required. Enterprise software applications, collaboration and/or unified communications, social software, or Web 2.0 experience helpful (examples--SAP, Oracle, Siebel, Salesforce.com, NetSuite, WebSphere, WebEx, Google, Zimbra). Experience with On-demand (software-as-a-service) business model desirable. Experience managing complex processes and multiple collaborators required. Strong verbal and strategic skills to articulate complex concepts in compelling and value-oriented language. Previous experience with inside and direct sales force helpful. Experience with partner ecosystem and channel highly preferred. B.A. required.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/23/08
Who: HubSpan
Position: Client Service Engineer
Where: Seattle
What: Hubspan connects businesses by providing a complete business-to-business integration solution for companies of all sizes.The Hubspan Client Engineer is a key role in the Hubspan Client Services team. The Client Engineer will utilize Hubspan tools, technologies and processes to produce quality results in a timely fashion to meet and exceed project goals and client expectations.
Responsibilities: Configuration of Hubspan connections per customer and trading partner requirements. On-ramping trading partners utilizing integration technologies such as FTP and HTTP. Execution of change requests submitted by customers and/or trading partners. Creation of document transformation maps and execution "plans" using XSLT. Management of work tasks resulting in timely delivery and client satisfaction. Regular and timely communication of status to Account Manager, customer, trading partners, and other members of the Hubspan team. Identify any potential task issues and recommend appropriate solutions Provide appropriate task documentation, following all Hubspan standard processes and procedures. Recognize reusable procedures, templates, documents, models, etc. for broader "best practice" use.
Requirements Relevant work experience in system implementation, system integration, system administration, and functional / technical analysis. Strong technical aptitude and desire to develop technical skills. Technical Skills - basic understanding of and willingness to learn one or more of the following: Web technology (HTTP protocols, SSL, digital certificates), FTP, SFTP, FTPs, SMTP XML/XSLT and schema languages, Java, EDI X12, EDIFACT, AS2, RosettaNet, or other standard protocol experience a plus, Oracle and SQL
Contact: Forwrad resume to careers@hubspan.com
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Date: 6/20/08
Who: Serena Software
Position: Technical Writer
Where: Seattle
What: Serena Software seeks a Documentation and Courseware Developer for its Bellevue team which is developing cutting edge software. .
Responsibilities: This candidate will be a part of a fantastic team and perform high-quality, task-based documentation and user training materials for Serena Software’s application lifecycle management products. They will have the opportunity to develop content in a variety of media, including online help, classroom curriculum, Web-based e-learning, and manuals. They will analyze user stories and interview relevant team members while understanding user requirements and learning needs that develop document and training designs and strategies to match these needs
Requirements: 5+ years documentation and curriculum design and development within a high-tech environment. Familiarity with a variety of instructional technologies and delivery methods. Experience developing user stories and requirements into clear, well-written, task-oriented documentation and training. Ability to test accuracy of documentation and training by setting up and running complex software products. Experience developing e-learning courses. Experience with Windows XP/2000/NTand UNIX. Proficiency with MS PowerPoint, Adobe FrameMaker, DITA, and XMetaL. Familiarity with client/server and Web concepts and nomenclature. Able to maintain a high level of productivity and work effectively under pressure of time constraints in a fast-paced, complex, collaborative and team-oriented agile development environment.Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Computer Science, Engineering or other relevant degrees, or the equivalent in experience and education. Bonus points: Experience in the following a plus: Process management tools, configuration management tools, SQL database systems, UNIX, FrameMaker, Dreamweaver, Flash, Captivate, video/audio editing.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/20/08
Who: TeachStreet
Position: Marketing Rock Star
Where: Seattle
What: We're looking for smart, passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about being making a huge impact at our growing company. If you're a people person with great customer service skills, some event planning experience and a knack at being a "social butterfly", check out this Social Marketing Associate/Community Evangelist position.
Responsibilities: This is quite possibly the most fun job at our entire company! In this role, you'll need to knock the ball out of the park by delivering customer ecstasy and helping make recommendations about how we can add new great features to our web site based on what you've learned from our community. This job is part social evangelist, part problem-solving customer advocate and part events manager and community activist.
Requirements: Folks with 2-3 years work experience requested, but if you're a recent college grad who thinks they've got the right stuff, give us a shout. Only folks with a passion for learning new things need apply, because hey... that's our business. Check out full job offering here.
Contact: Make sure the position match your passions, and then send your resume and cover letter to jobs@teachstreet.com. Be sure to include a link to your TeachStreet profile and tell us something you’ve learned recently and/or want to learn soon!
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Date: 6/19/08
Who: University of Washington
Position: Web Computing Specialist
Where: Seattle
What: The University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Web Computing Specialsist. The individual in this position will serve as the web engineer and administrator for the department’s web site. This position will provide support for the entire web-related infrastructure, ranging from network analysis, system update and maintenance, database administration, development / install / maintenance of web applications and web services, application support, testing, debugging, documentation, to support the current and future web based applications (mainly in Windows environment – C# experience desired).
Responsibilities: Perform system administration tasks including but not limited to monitoring web traffic, administering user accounts, updating server batches, managing system security and maintaining a 24/7 uptime for several critical servers and applications located in different data center and virtualization environment. Provide 24/7 availability, operation and support of web sites. Will be required to carry pager/cell phone 24/7 for such purposes. Provide essential day-to-day system administration tasks, including, but not limited to virtualization management, Active Directory management, Windows Servers, IIS, and Backup/Recovery. Participate in Windows server setup, build and implementation function. Provide technology evaluation for, major upgrades, conversions and new system implementations. Configures and manages TCP/IP services such a DHCP, DNS, WINS and compatible services. Develops server security standards and audits for compliance. Work with Web Manager for tasks such as local area network, wide-area and internet network, monitoring maintenance related events, providing initial problem determination, providing status report on operations of Web devices in support of production schedules. Perform other related duties as assigned, including more general computing maintenance and troubleshooting projects in partnership with the Department’s Computer Support Group. Managing public / private website, including editing the content, maintaining and improving the technology, and administering the server (IIS/Windows 2000/Windows 2003/ MS SQL/ MySQL).
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent, AND 2 years of experience or equivilant combination of education and experience. System administration for windows servers and programming experience. Experience in running web server, web statistical reporting program, CMS (tasks include but not limited to managing domain server, IIS, Apache, SSL certificates, MS SQL, MySQL, Webtrends, webposition, etc.). Experience with web markup, scripting, and programming languages: HTML, XML, CSS, Javascript, and C#. Experience with ASP.NET/C# and SQL.
Contact: The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (tty) or dso@u.washington.edu
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Date: 6/19/08
Who: The Stranger Magazine
Position: Design Technologist
Where: Seattle, Capitol Hill
What: The Stranger is looking for a Design Technologist to work in our Web Development department. This is a permanent position that reports to the Director of Web Development.The Design Technologist is responsible for creating and implementing the overall look and feel of our websites and other web projects. A background in web design is critical along with strong technical skills. The technical requirements for this position focus primarily on front-end programming (XHTML/CSS, Javascript), though experience with more advanced programming will also be beneficial. .
Responsibilities: Crafting beautiful and functional web interfaces for TheStranger.com, PortlandMercury.com and other web projects. Implementing such interfaces in XHTML/CSS using web standards, semantic coding practices, and SEO principles. Solving a variety of design and technical challenges quickly. Responding quickly to requests from Editorial and other departments within the paper. Working with the rest of the web team on developing new site features. Keeping up-to-date with emerging standards and developments in web design and development.
Requirements: Strong graphic design skills. In-depth experience in usability and interface desig. Demonstrated high-level hand-coding of XHMTL and CSS. Practical Javascript and other programming experience. Prototype/Scriptaculous and Ajax experience a plus. Comfort and familiarity with database concepts. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite. Mac OS skills desirable.
Contact: lease email resume and examples of design and coding work to webjob1@thestranger.com. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.
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Date: 6/18/08
Who: Explore Consulting
Position: Web Designer/Developer
Where: Redmond
What: Explore Consulting is a technology consulting firm that has built a solid reputation and customer base over the past 7 years, and we're growing our operations to keep up with incredible demand. We are currently seeking a talented web designer/web developer to work with our team of designers and developers using the hottest technologies in business systems and web presence today.
Responsibilities: Design graphics and page layout for all web interfaces and ensure quality across browsers and platforms. Enhance our corporate identity and branding by ensuring consistency across all customer-facing communications. Assist in the continued build-out of our current websites. Analyze and improve site usability. Develop innovative, inspiring concepts to support outbound marketing campaigns such as HTML emails, landing pages, and morre. Create design templates for sales support documents such as case studies, white papers, solution briefs, and data sheets; ensure that each piece provides a visually appealing customer experience while adhering to our corporate identity. Assist existing designers with daily tasks including marketing initiatives, content management, website maintenance, and much more.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, interactive design or equivalent formal graphic design training. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, and Adobe Acrobat. XHTML, CSS, and Flash design experience. Must possess a strong aesthetic sense with in-depth knowledge of color, layout, typography, corporate identity, and brandin. Must be a self starter and continue to learn as solutions and industry dynamics change. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work with customers and team members to execute on an implementation plan. Familiarity with Web UI technologies a plus (JSPs, Struts, AJAX, Web 2.0 UI, etc.). Strong knowledge of user interface and functionality design for websites and web applications. Knowledge of cross-platform and cross-browser web development, constraints and issues. Knowledge of ActionScript a plus. Javascript experience a plus. Experience using Microsoft Visual Studio to develop .NET web applications is a plus. A solid online portfolio that shows excellent online graphic, design, and layout skills.
Contact: Please submit resumes to resumes@exploreconsulting.com
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Date: 6/18/08
Who: Ingeniux
Position: Project Manager
Where: Seattle
What: Ingeniux is looking for highly skilled, creative Project Managers to drive projects through all phases of our implementation lifecycle. Ingeniux Project Managers work with a nation-wide network of clients to define business requirements, develop technical specifications and deliver elegant technology solutions based on our web content management system. The position requires strong verbal and written communication skills, impeccable follow through and ability to travel to client locations.
Responsibilities: Communicate expectations to client, team members and manage the process from assessment and definition, implementation, development, testing and launch. Create and oversee project schedule; ensure timely completion through all phases; take lead on quality control issues; write and present project plans/risks in collaboration with other team members. Develop and manage all project documents and assets. Responsible for project profitability; plan, track and approve project expenses, billing and invoices. Provide team leadership; works with the leads to ensure project success within budget, timeline and scope targets; up-sell, manage and track project change notices.
Requirements: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience. 3-5 years experience managing project teams including hours tracking, resourcing and impact analysis. 3-5 years directly managing customer relationships. Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated experience working with shifting priorities, tight deadlines and a variety of client needs. Outstanding organization and time management skills. Solid understanding of PM methodologies and best practices.
Contact: If you meet these requirements, and want to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, submit your resume today to careers@ingeniux.com.
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Date: 6/17/08
Who: GreaterGood Network/CharityUSA.com i
Position: E-commerce Marketing (Products & Promotions/Writing Focused)
Where: Seattle
What: Help the products team launch e-commerce products. You will set up product data in our proprietary software, write and edit marketing copy, and proofread and quality-check product set up online. You will also test store promotion set ups. This is an entry level position with an emphasis on eagle-eyed accuracy and marketing copy that both “sings” and is grammatically correct.
Responsibilities: Write, proofread and edit stylish, appealing and accurate marketing copy. Keep up-to-date with online marketing for our site demographic. Support e-commerce team in creating marketing position of product lines. Gather and review product and category sales results to help determine effectiveness of marketing approaches. Prepare, verify and enter product information into our proprietary software. Set up and activate new products. Update and verify accuracy of all product and inventory data between our database and fulfillment center. Maintain our online store categories. Update and correct product copy and other store data, such as retail price changes to put items on sale. Replicate and communicate software problems to the technical team Daily visual and click-through review of store categories and product pages to ensure accuracy and quality. Assist in setting up, proofreading, testing, and monitoring store promotions in our proprietary software.. Help maintain promotions calendar. Communicate and follow up across teams regarding promotions. Work closely with most other teams in the company to accomplish company objectives and maintain harmonious and friendly work relationships: customer service, fulfillment center, buyers, ad team, e-mail team, tech team, graphic artists. Lend support to teammates and handle other duties as assigned. Participate in annual physical inventory count.
Requirements: Entry level position. Marketing copywriting skills and a background in e-commerce a plus. Ability to proofread with accuracy and communicate edits and observations clearly and effectively. Demonstrated use of excellent grammar, punctuation and editing abilities. Ability to write stylish and appealing marketing copy for a wide range of products. Ability to quickly and reliably write consistent-quality marketing copy across products. Ability to produce quality, accurate work under tight deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail with an eagle eye for errors. Solid working knowledge of maintaining a marketing “voice”, and a brand. Knowledge of and passion for product trends. Excellent follow-through, organizational and time management skills. Proficiency with computers and online applications. Learn new applications quickly. Excellent written and oral communication skills within and across teams.
Contact: Please send your resume to: jobs@greatergood.com. Please reference “E-commerce Marketing Assistant (Products and Promotions)” in the subject line of your e-mail. GreaterGood Networks runs the hungersite.com, the breastcancersite.com, thechildhealthsite.com., the literacysite.com, therainforestsite.com and theanimalrescuesite.com.
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Date: 6/17/08
Who: Pure Networks
Position: Consumer Marketing Manager
Where: Seattle
What: Founded in 2002, Seattle-based Pure Networks leads the rapidly growing wireless home network management market by providing next generation networking software that is uncomplicated, powerful and flexible and ensures all members of the value chain benefit from a connected world. We are seeking a creative Marketing Manager to implement a world-class lead generation and customer acquisition machine that will drive Pure Networks to a new level of growth. You should have sound experience in both online and offline marketing to increase awareness and acquisition for Pure Networks’ products among the consumer and small office segments.
Responsibilities: Develop and implement marketing programs that increase awareness, new user acquisition, retention and usage. Consistently meet or exceed quantitative goals, including new customers acquired and cost-per-acquisition. Evaluate all programs and continually evolve plans to maximize effectiveness. Translate product positioning into effective messaging and drive consistency across all communication vehicles. Create and maintain sales and marketing materials, including presentations, collateral and case studies. Collaborate with all key areas of the company to understand customer needs and define and execute marketing programs accordingly. Work closely with the product team to identify product refinements and enhancements that will improve customer acquisition, performance and their overall experience with Pure Networks. Work closely with product management to support product launches.
Requirements: Five+ years creating and executing effective customer acquisition programs. Experience in defining and managing a marketing funnel for customer acquisition focused on achieving specific economic targets. Excellent communication (verbal and written). Effective analysis of marketing campaigns. Fluency with both online and offline marketing strategies and tactics. Must be able to manage multiple projects, interface with staff of all levels and meet deadlines. At least 3 years of experience in the software industry, preference for experience with networking software. Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred).
Contact: Send resume to careers@purenetworks.com
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Date: 6/17/08
Who: Avenue A | Razorfish
Position: Account Director
Where: Seattle
What: The Account Director is the primary contact and ultimate point of accountability with Avenue A - Razorfish's clients. The job includes P&L responsibility. The Account Director works closely with clients to identify their specific marketing needs and business objectives, and then helps identify and implement products and services that help achieve the client's goals. Although the Account Director's primary responsibilities are client relationships, strategy and basic analyses, the Account Director is also responsible for coordinating media campaigns, more complex data monitoring and analysis, creative analysis, and all other client related activities.
Responsibilities: Orchestrates cross functional team of 4-6 people to achieve strong client results. Marketing expert across multiple media; industry expert in client's core businesses. Accountable for integrated client results across all relevant products/services. Works with client to uncover business needs and objectives. Crafts appropriate strategies and identifies/implements tactics to help achieve client objectives. Coordinates delivery of multiple products/services to client. Creates and interprets basic analysis; identifies opportunities for more advanced analysis in conjunction with Analyst. Manages process effectively and profitably. Seeks to make contribution beyond basic job requirements (e.g. recruiting, industry perspectives, process redesigns). 3-5 years of related industry experience, preferably interactive, agency or direct marketing experience. College degree required, MBA a plus. 2+ years demonstrated track record of developing senior level client relationships client references a strong positive. Proven experience in managing teams of 4+ people and in working cross functionally across an organization. Strong knowledge or experience in marketing and advertising, with particular emphasis on interactive media, direct marketing, strategy and analytics. Specific industry (e.g. retail, automotive, financial services) marketing expertise a plus, but not required.
Requirements: Outstanding marketing expertise with particular emphasis on interactive media, but strong working knowledge of direct mail, television, and print also a positive. Self-starter. Creative thinking and analytical problem solving. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong client-service orientation. Track record of leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities. Proven ability to manage projects to successful completion, multi-task, and work within tight deadlines.
Contact: Please apply online.
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Date: 6/16/08
Who: The Lux Group, Inc.
Position: Senior Front-End SharePoint Developer
Where: Seattle
What: This position provides the right developer a leadership role, with a high level of visibility and influence on key technology initiatives. Core competencies are with Microsoft Office SharePoint Services (MOSS2007), with high emphasis on front-end development on projects for key Lux clients. Primarily responsible for building SharePoint experiences according to established information architecture and functional requirements, with customized front-end design treatments. The position is technical in nature, but calls for expertise in page building, template customization, web part configuration and customization, and custom-coded scripting solutions.
Responsibilities: Creation and customization of page templates. Conversion of Photoshop designs into SharePoint pages. Ability to customize SharePoint to move beyond ‘out of the box’ implementation. Integration of web parts, web services, custom web parts, Silverlight and Flash, video and other technologies scripted into the browser experience. Page building, site testing, and content management with an eye on quality and a willingness to collaborate with clients and coworkers. Ability to offer creative solutions to the question, ‘Can SharePoint do this?’ XML, XSL/XSLT, XHTML, CSS used for common solutions against exposed web services within the MOSS framework.
Requirements: Solid XHTML and CSS skills – hand coding, with 3-5 years of experience. WYSIWYG tools will not suffice. Previous experience using SharePoint Services on portals and SharePoint team sites. Experience using Photoshop or similar graphics software to crop, resize, and optimize images for use on the Web. Experience working with content contributors, editors, graphic designers, mid-tier developers, Project Managers and IT stakeholders. Ability to work within strict deadlines, multi-task between projects and triage work requests based upon priority and complexity. Ideally experienced with a services agency over an institutional IT organization. Frequent contributor to functional specifications, technical briefs or design documents, and end-user technical documentation.
Contact: Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@luxworldwide.com.
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Date: 6/16/08
Who: Big Fish Games
Position: Junior Web Designer
Where: Seattle
What: Big Fish Games is a global leader and innovator in the online games industry, producing and delivering the world’s best games and game experiences. Big Fish Games Studios develops and publishes the industry’s leading brands for computers, mobile devices and consoles. Its portfolio of hit games includes Mystery Case Files®, Hidden Expedition™ and Azada™. Big Fish Games’ portal at www.bigfishgames.com distributes more games worldwide than any other online site and offers visitors a rapidly expanding selection of content by launching A New Game Every Day! Big Fish Games is currently seeking a talented graphic designer for our online game community team. Our games may be casual, but our approach to design definitely isn’t. We’re fanatics for great user experiences inspired by beautiful design and user research. You are a passionate designer interested in creating fun, friendly designs to enhance our vibrant game community. You possess a fanatical attention to aesthetics and detail in all areas of visual communication including typography, layout, color, and composition. You are prepared to set aside your personal tastes and biases so that you can be the number one advocate for our players.
Responsibilities: Clearly and visually communicating the variety of game offerings to customers on our portal site. Creating, updating, and maintaining optimized art assets ranging from lead feature graphics to buttons and icons. Assisting the web team with mock-ups, interface design, page design, and conceptualization. Working with existing product brands to create compelling marketing and promotional materials. Successfully translating user requirements and business goals into intuitive, easy-to-use web interfaces for our users.
Requirements: An online portfolio of work. Strong typography and layout skills. Experience designing for the web, while understanding the limitations. Ability to handle many projects at once with multiple stakeholders. AA/AAS/BA/BFA degree in graphic design, visual communications, or interaction design preferred. 1-3 years professional (or equivalent internship) experience in interactive or web design. Experience and interest in the game industry a plus. Fluency with Photoshop and Illustrator. Flash design experience a major plus but not required.
Contact: If you feel like a fit with the Big Fish Games team, please send your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio to jobs@bigfishgames.com. Submissions without work samples will not be considered for the position.
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Date: 6/16/08
Who: Group Health Cooperative
Position: Clinical Web Content Developer
Where: Seattle
What: Group Health Cooperative, a consumer-governed, nonprofit health care system based in Seattle, seeks an experienced editor/writer to join its Clinical Publications Team as a Web content developer. The publications team works closely with physicians, epidemiologists, and others to create nationally recognized clinical decision-making tools that address a wide range of health care issues, including cancer screening, treatment of acute conditions, and ongoing care for chronic disease populations. The Web content developer participates in all phases of publishing, from developmental and copy-editing to the design and production of Web and print documents. A background in medical/health care communications targeted to health care professionals is strongly desired.
Responsibilities: DManages sections of Group Health's internal Web site to produce high-quality, well-integrated Web pages and meet the clinical information needs of physicians and other health care providers. Consults with clinical content experts to edit, format, and maintain evidence-based patient care tools, including tools for Group Health’s electronic medical record, EpicCare. Continually upgrades editorial and technical skills to keep up with changes in clinical information systems and users' needs. Evaluates editorial and design standards and provides recommendations for improvement. .
Requirements: 1 year experience working with clinical content (writing, publishing, library and other information management) and coordinating projects or teams. 3 years experience in all phases of applications software development and maintenance life cycles in a large mainframe or environment. Ability to use web development software and to write, edit, gather and organize information and work on projects teams. Demonstrated excellence in technical skills and knowledge in one or more higher level programming languages respective to various Web or client server programming development environments. Familiarity with medical terminology and evidence-based process of guideline development. Design sense and critical thinking and analytical skills. Communication and interpersonal skills required for clinical area. Bachelors degree in Communications, Library Science, Computer Science, Technical Writing or related field. Comparable education and training for non-clinical area may be accepted. Preferred: Formal training in project management.
Contact: Forward resume and cover letter to garcia.pm@ghc.org
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Date: 6/13/08
Who: Earth Class Mail
Position: Interactive Marketing Manager
Where: Pioneer Square
What: Earth Class Mail™ represents a dramatic change in how postal mail is delivered. Online, available anytime, anywhere, and managed as easily as your email. No matter where you are, you simply log on, see all your postal mail, read what you want, and decide whether to keep or dispose of each piece with a click. We are currently seeking an Interactive Marketing Manager.
Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the corporate website to support awareness and aggressive sales outreach. Determine and implement an efficient and consistent search marketing strategy that compliments and reinforces company objectives and maintains appropriate branding. Provide management with statistical tracking of web marketing performance. Utilize social networking techniques to further awareness and establish credibility. Provide web marketing support ( search, webinars, content, third party link strategy) for partnerships. Develop and produce a program of web seminars and podcasts to support both enterprise and consumer sales. Devise and document content organization and presentation criteria which maximize relevance to our target audiences. Propose and implement revisions to textual content and file structure organization where appropriate. Manage the Web Production environment and corresponding content production and management. Manage graphic design using in-house as well as agency resources.
Requirements: Strong proficiency with the following: Search term popularity and relevance. Google Adwords search marketing platform. Yahoo Search Marketing platform. MSN AdCenter platform. Inbound link generation, outbound link maintenance. Deep experience with Content Management Systems and Web Production environments. Working familiarity with: Adobe Dreamweaver (TextPad, Quanta, or Screem) Business productivity software (Microsoft Office or OpenOffice) Social Networking. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to assemble and collaborate with a wide range of constituencies. Ability and determination to forge new collaborative partnerships with established corporations and independent blogs.
Contact: Forward resume and salary history to careers@earthclassmail.com
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Date: 6/13/08
Who: ImagiCorps
Position: Creative Director
Where: Redmond
What: ImagiCorps provides manufacturing and production of tangible Marketing Solutions for our customers such as displays, kiosks, trade show booths. This position will be responsible for providing the creative lead in developing concepts to meet client needs. Interfaces with clients to assure ImagiCorps is meeting their requirements. Will guide the design group in the multi-step process from concept to implementation.
Responsibilities: Directs and guides the design group in the process of meeting and/or exceeding client requirements. Communicates effectively and pro-actively with clients developing presentations in support of the sales department and working to secure client approval. Responds to underlying clients’ needs, clarifying issues and maintaining client approval at all stages. Communicates regularly to assure coordination in meeting client needs. Provides frequent progress reports regarding design projects. Provides the creative concepts or leads the design group in concept creation. Collaborates with the design team to refine design concepts for presentation to client. Guides the design group to produce all initial and subsequent production designs for client approval. Works continuously to create and maintain the very best design team. Assures that all concepts are designed and implemented in a manner consistent with the complexity and level of detail of the job as agreed upon between the client and ImagiCorps’. Directs the implementation process for production of all design work. Acquires knowledge of design materials and assists Purchasing in finding and acquiring those materials. Leads the design group in maintaining flexibility in accommodating the daily flow of work projects with other team members. Leads the design group by responding to urgent client needs. Makes recommendation of ways to improve efficiency in design and documenting design concepts. Performs other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: Three plus years experience in creative digital design in either Mac or PC platforms. Minimum one year experience in design direction or group leadership. Experience in creative trade shows/exhibits, retail display, advertising work, interior design, and related architectural or environmental work highly desirable. BA in design or related college degree preferred. Demonstrated range of creative conceptual abilities in graphics design suited to ImagiCorps design needs.
Contact: Please submit your resume (in a Word document only please) via jobs@imagicorps.com
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Date: 6/13/08
Who: Callison
Position: Graphics Production Assistant
Where: Seattle
What: Callison is a leading international design firm and the largest in the Northwest, with headquarters in downtown Seattle. We share a common belief that collaboration and teamwork is paramount to success and we value each of our 800+ employee’s contributions. We are currently seeking a Graphics Production Assistant for our Marketing and Communications departments.
Responsibilities: Maintains master cut sheet list. Responsible for layout and production of The Weekly, Callison’s internal newsletter. Serves as central contact for adding additional folders to the Image Drive and maintains Image Drive content. Develops custom shows for firm wide presentations and new business presentations based on a Powerpoint template. Prepares materials for award submittals and completes forms in InDesign. Develops various employee communication pieces (posters, email, cards).
Requirements: Successful candidates will have 3 years of experience with a graphic production environment. Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Fine Arts, Visual Communications, Design or Graphic Design. Proficiency using InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Powerpoint software. Working knowledge of Word and Excel. Solid understanding of page layout and typography. Ability to interpret and work within brand standards. Excellent visual eye. Prior experience with concept development. Customer service attitude and strong problem solving abilities.
Contact: To view a complete job description, visit us at www.callison.com or email resume and work samples to employment@callison.com
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Date: 6/12/08
Who: Amazon.com
Position: Merchandising Specialist, Movies
Where: Seattle
What: Amazon.com's DVD store is looking for bright, enthusiastic, hard-working, and creative candidates with an eye for merchandising and a passion for film/TV to join our DVD merchandising team.
Responsibilities: In addition to numerous cataloging and editing tasks, the Merchandising Specialist will schedule, update, and produce content on Amazon.com's product detail pages and genre pages. He/she will also help with numerous marketing and email efforts, schedule product lists, analyze site promotions and make recommendations on marketing plans.
Requirements: Ideally, you should be a strong writer and communicator, great at meeting multiple deadlines, and comfortable with a varied set of software and editing tools (including XML, Excel and Access). This position also requires excellent presentation and account management skills. Experience in marketing or e-commerce merchandising is a plus. Our environment is fast-paced, and requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners, and management. This entry-level position offers an exciting introduction to an S&P 500 company and a broad training ground for future success.
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/12/08
Who: Mercent
Position: Online Marketing Manager – Retail Internet Marketing
Where: Seattle
What: Mercent, located in Downtown Seattle / Belltown is an industry leading online marketing company with both software as a service and marketing agency services in support of leading online retailers. We are currently looking for successful Internet marketing managers with excellent knowledge of online retail marketing.
Responsibilities: You will manage the strategy and execution of campaigns involving large amounts of ad spend on shopping channels such as Google, Yahoo!, MSN, Amazon, Shopzilla, Shopping.com, Pricegrabber and many others. You will work with well known retail brands and direct marketing companies in an agency setting using cutting edge technology and your account / marketing management skills to deliver exception outcomes for our clients.
Contact: If you’re proven and passionate about online retail marketing please drop us a note with your resume for immediate consideration.
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Date: 6/11/08
Who: Concur
Position: Online Marketing Specialist
Where: Redmond
What: Concur is the world's leading provider of business services that automate Employee Spend Management. The Online Marketing Specialist we week will be responsible for the technical execution, maintenance, and performance of our online demand generating programs, including paid Search advertising, syndicate programs, and banner ad programs. You will leverage sophisticated marketing applications, which include Eloqua, Salesforce.com, and Dart to execute, monitor, and track increasingly effective campaigns and programs. Working with the marketing programs team, you will provide recommendations and execution on new programs and improving existing programs to hit target qualified lead goals across Concur's market segments.
Responsibilities: Development, execution, and reporting of international paid search programs, including: Google, MSN, Yahoo, etc. Directory placements. Online placements on third party sitees. Landing pages, optimizations, testing, etc. Reporting. Development, automation, execution, and reporting of banner ad programs including strategy, program management, placement, and reporting of metrics. Development, automation, execution, and reporting of white paper syndication programs.
Requirements: Experience executing marketing automation, demand generation, paid search advertising, and other online advertising campaigns
2-4 years of experience. Ability to pass a background check. Experience working with Adwords for Google, Microsoft adCenter, and Yahoo Search Marketing. Candidate should be comfortable navigating and configuring marketing tools. Marketing Automation: Eloqua (preferred), Market2Lead, Vtrenz, Cheetahmail or similar. Ad Serving: Dart (preferred), Atlas, Mediaplex or similar. Ability to test, analyze, and optimize campaigns to increase ROI. Experience setting up online advertising tracking. Strong problem solving skills needed. Experience automating processes and procedures. Ability to engage and cross-collaborate with partnering teams or departments, SFA/CRM applications: SalesForce.com experience preferred. Understanding of marketing databases and integration with CRM applications. Programming/logical mindset helpful. Basic understanding of HTML helpful. Strong Excel skills
Contact: Apply online.
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Date: 6/11/08
Who: Rick Steves' Europe
Position: Senior Manager, Web and I.T.
Where: Edmonds
What: As our Web & Information Technology Manager, you'll be a key player in a dynamic, entrepreneurial company that embraces technology in every area of its business, including the development and marketing of our extensive rich media content. Rick Steves' Europe is dedicated to the cause of smart travel. We produce a public television series, weekly radio show and podcasts, write best-selling travel guidebooks, maintain a robust travel website, run European tours, sell Eurail passes, teach travel classes, and market an exclusive line of travel gear. To learn more about us, visit www.ricksteves.com..
Responsibilities: Determine priorities and direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of our business applications, staff Intranet and e-commerce initiatives Provide leadership in utilizing current and emerging technologies: customer self-service web portals, audio/video streaming platforms, and content management systems. Manage the information systems department according to Europe through the Back Door's business goals and policies. Supervise website development team and Systems Administrator. Collaborate with marketing team on the development of all customer facing web applications. Provide leadership on interactive design methods Formulate strategic plans for capturing and maintaining business information to enable better decision-making and customer management. Provide web metrics reporting. Ensure that computer equipment, hardware, and software are updated to meet organizational needs. Perform reviews, audits, and interviews to ensure conformance with business standards. Monitor the security of company data and systems.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science. 8 years experience managing enterprise level websites and e-commerce applications. Experience with the following: .NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Flash. Understanding of data modeling and design, especially using SQL server 2000/2005. Experience with network infrastructure development a plus. Ability to prototype design concepts, and implement solutions effectively. Self-motivated with high degree of initiative and excellent follow up skills along with strong analytical and problem solving skills Proven management skills and experience within a comparable information technology department.
Contact: Qualified applicants should send a cover letter and resume via email to ismanager@ricksteves.com
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Date: 6/11/08
Who: Waggener Edstrom
Position: Sr. Web Publisher/Production Coordinator
Where: Bellevue/Seattle
What: Waggener Edstrom Worldwide Production Team provides web publishing and production support on all types of internal and public documents for projects, services and products to account staff and other teams within the agency. As one of the largest public relations firms in the world, we offer an impressive global team of seasoned agency experts.
Responsibilities: Web content management: Maintaining appropriate technology skills, including with XHTML, XML and JavaScript languages, and Microsoft .NET. Codes XML for client Web content. Self-publishes Web content for all applicable clients. Coordinates and executes electronic distribution of press material via wire services, the Web, blast e-mails, blast faxes and other distribution channels as needed; formatting and production of hard-copy material for press kits, mailings, briefing books, clip books, etc. as needed; and shipping of material/collateral for trade shows and other events. Partners with wire services including PR Newswire and Business Wire and other vendors to research possible new services; proactively seeks new vendors. Schedules and conducts account training orientations. Manages team database and archives documents. Maintains up-to-date files and billbacks. Performs cost estimates for documents and other projects. Work with Creative Services team to coordinate leave-behinds for new business pitches.
Requirements: B.S., B.A. or equivalent in related field preferred. Fluency in another language a plus. Three to five years of professional experience. Two to three years experience working in a team environment & managing multiple projects simultaneously. Technology experience: Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Acrobat and InDesign. Proficiency with XHTML, XML, JavaScript and Web portals. Capable of XHTML-compliant coding using a plain text editor. Strong knowledge of CSS. Experience with Silverlight is a plus. Experience with Microsoft .NET |
