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09/03/2007 09:46:41 AM · #126 |
The News,
Chief Photographer
Surburban Las Vegas, Nevada
Job Status: Full-time
CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER
The News, an award-winning group of eight weekly newspapers covering suburban Las Vegas, is looking for a chief photographer. Our next photo chief will spend about half of his or her time shooting and the other half coordinating photo assignments, editing and managing our full-time photographers and stringers. With a combined circulation of more than 230,000, The News prides itself on quality photography. Our photographers are routinely recognized for their work in state and national competitions. Applicants must possess strong technical and editing skills and be able to contribute to a story with descriptive photos and cutlines. Must be organized and detail-oriented. We prefer a candidate with some management experience, but will consider a shooter looking to move into management. A degree in photojournalism or a related field is preferred.
Part of the Greenspun Media Group, we offer excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Interested candidates should submit resume, work samples and salary requirements to: Greenspun Media Group, Attn: Brian Colegrande, Recruiter, 2290 Corporate Circle Dr., #250, Henderson, NV 89074, Fax: (702) 952-4012, E-mail: jobs@gmgvegas.com
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09/03/2007 09:47:45 AM · #127 |
The Riverdale Press
PHOTOGRAPHER WANTED
RIVERDALE, BRONX, New York
Job Status: Part-time Salary: $20,000 to $25,000
Staff Photographer Wanted:
The Riverdale Press, a Pulitzer Prize Winning weekly newspaper in the northwest Bronx, is hiring a staff photographer. The thirty hour position will include some night and weekend work and is compensated with $400/week, health benefit and additional income opportunities. Assignments will encorporate politics, crime, spot news, education, sports, business, religion, personal profiles, arts and entertainment. Essays and self-generated projects are encouraged. We are looking for a hard worker who will embrace the diversity of a weekly paper ﾃ｢ enthusiastic to bring excitement to all shoots ﾃ｢ also with basic photoshop and digital skills. Nikon equipment is provided.
Please email a mac compatible link to a website/slideshow or send up to a dozen low resolution images (people and documentary are encouraged) to jbright@riverdalepress.com Looking forwards.
Joshua Bright Photo Editor Riverdale Press
Message edited by author 2007-09-03 09:48:25.
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09/03/2007 09:50:26 AM · #128 |
Peninsula Daily News,
Seeking experienced photojournalist
Port Angeles, Washington St.
Job Status: Full-time Salary: $25,000 to $30,000
Website: //www.peninsuladailynews.com
Description: One of our two photojournalists is retiring after more than 30 years, so we have an immediate opening for his replacement. The Peninsula Daily News, a six-day daily serving the North Olympic Peninsula, seeks a photojournalist with newspaper experience who also can handle other graphic arts when not out shooting.
Requirements include a keen knowledge of digital photography (including PhotoShop and photo prep for publication), professional equipment in good condition, accurate writing skills for cutline information for publication, Macintosh computer knowledge, reliable transportation and clean driving recordﾃ｢巴ut most of all a great ﾃ｢彳yeﾃ｢ to tell the story visually. Preference will be given to a person who can also do maps and other editorial graphics. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years experience on a daily or weekly with a portfolio showing all types of news, features and sports photography.
Port Angeles, gateway to Olympic National Park and Victoria, British Columbia, gets half the rainfall of Seattle yet is close enough to enjoy the Emerald City as well as our rain forests, great fishing and other outdoors activities, and pleasant lifestyle. The locally owned Peninsula Daily News (17,400 daily; 18,200 Sunday) publishes two zoned editions in Clallam and Jefferson counties. Pay commensurate with experience; full benefits package includes medical/dental insurance, 401(k), paid vacation eligibility from hire date, sick pay, and a monthly stipend for use of personal photo equipment.
Find out more about this position by e-mailing Executive Editor Rex Wilson at rex.wilson@peninsuladailynews.com (please keep e-mails to no more than 2 megs) or by calling 360-417-3530 before 3:30 p.m. PDT.
Finalists will be asked to do a three- to five-day paid tryout with accommodations paid, and transportation costs to and from Port Angeles are reimbursed upon favorable hire.
Message edited by author 2007-09-03 09:51:26.
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09/03/2007 09:51:06 AM · #129 |
PERSONAL ASSISTANT (NYC, Upper East Side)
Well known childrenﾃ｢冱 photographer needs energetic, reliable, extremely organized grad with ﾃ｢彡an-doﾃ｢ attitude to assist in extremely busy studio. In addition to administrative duties, responsibilities include scanning, matting, filing, oversee jobs and customer service to extremely upscale and diverse clients 25 ﾃ｢ 35 hours per week. Great first job, opportunity to learn it all from very successful professional. No Students
lucille@lucillekhornak.com
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09/03/2007 09:54:31 AM · #130 |
English Communications
Publishing
Salary Very Competitive Benefits Health, Profit-Sharing Job Duration Full Time Job Location Leesburg, FL USA Job Requirements English Communications seeks Chief Photographer and Staff Photographer
English Communications, a family business since 1998, located in LAKE County Florida and is publisher of LAKE Magazine, South LAKE Magazine and V Magazine. Must have experience in multi-faceted digital shooting. Excellent communication and people skills required. Local candidates only need apply.
If you desire a challenging career in photography please contact:
Eric English Eric@EnglishCommunicationsInc.com Contact Eric English Email Address Eric@EnglishCommunicationsinc.com Address po box 490866 leesburg, FL 34749 USA
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09/03/2007 12:33:42 PM · #131 |
Stop cribbing about lowly paid editorial jobsﾃ｢ﾂｦ
Why not work for Bloomberg?
$400/day + expenses to make simple Aim and Shoot pictures of press conferences. And mug shots of CEOﾃ｢冱. Basic photography that pays jolly well!!!
For Asia/Pacific, call: Natasha Cholerton Brown at +852-2977-6402 or email her at ncbrown@bloomberg.net
For Europe/Middle East/Africa, call: Des Jenson at +44-20-7073-3368 or email him at djenson@bloomberg.net Adam Berry at +49-69-92041-245 or email him at aberry4@bloomberg.net
For North America, call: Jonathan Elmer at +212-893-5457 or +212-893-3420 or email him at jelmer@bloomberg.net Daniel Acker at +212-893-4466 or +212-893-3420 or email him at dacker@bloomberg.net Christian Loeffler at 212-940-1501 or email him at cloeffler@bloomberg.net
For the Photo Team Leader call: Claudia DiMartino at +212-893-3512, or +212-893-3420 or email her at cdimartino@bloomberg.net
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09/05/2007 07:42:28 AM · #132 |
Seeking Production Assistant
Posted: 2007-08-23 08:42:57
We are a large photography studio looking for a Production Assistant.
Toronto, Canada
Description:
Organize all photo samples pre and post photography~ checking, storing, packing, receiving and shipping. Communicating directly with internal and external clients and suppliers verbally and or via email.
Contact: sean.cass@quebecorworld.com
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09/06/2007 06:10:27 PM · #133 |
If youﾃ｢决e a talented still photographer with the training and desire to craft online slide show and video presentations, The Morning Journal, an award-winning daily newspaper in Lorain, Ohio, wants you.
The ideal candidate would be a detail-oriented team player with excellent news judgment, strong technical skills and the ability to work well under deadline pressure
The Morning Journal places a strong focus on local news and sports in a highly competitive five-paper market. Action sports from prep to pro is a big part of the job. We are looking for a shooter who thinks visually and has the talent to deliver time and time again. The ability to ask questions, take notes and compose information with accuracy and decent grammar will be expected. Skills in graphics are a plus.
The paper provides Nikon D2Hs and D1H bodies, flash and a variety of lenses. Other pool equipment is available. Candidates should be familiar with Photoshop. Quark XPress or Alpha experience is a plus. Night and weekend shifts are expected. Candidates must have their own reliable transportation.
Lorain rests on the shore of Lake Erie, 30 miles west of Cleveland, offering candidates a uniquely diverse opportunity in coverage. Regional candidates are encouraged. A bachelorﾃ｢冱 degree in journalism or related field is desired.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter and CD portfolio to April L. Elliott, Managing Editor, The Morning Journal, 1657 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052. Portfolios will NOT be returned.
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09/06/2007 10:20:45 PM · #134 |
Apparel Designer I - Brand Jordan
To Apply
Once you decide you're ready to apply, you can start your online application by clicking the Start Your Application button. Follow the steps until you reach the final page confirming that your online application has been completed successfully.
How to apply
Description
It's time to let who you are determine where you work, and not the other way around. From guitarists to graphic designers to people whose skills defy description, the Nike design group is definitely an atypical work environment. Every few months our design library hosts an exhibit on different design topics -- a recent exhibit featured "Rockets, Robots and Ray Guns." And there's also our bi-annual design conferences where the entire staff gets together to swap ideas and inspire each other.
All of this is to say, yes, of course, we're committed to creating the best athletic shoes, apparel and equipment imaginable. But the truth is, we think people are more productive when they're having fun.
Start playing.
As our Apparel Designer I - Brand Jordan, you'll work with Design management to utilize your design skills and create original, innovative designs that appropriately reflect Nike's design philosophy and standards. You'll communicate and present design concepts and produce presentation materials in conjunction with the Design and Category teams that effectively communicate the concept behind the line for internal and external audiences. You'll work with Design leadership and category team members in Design, Development and Merchandising to ensure design feasibility and meet price points, merchandising needs and product creation timelines. You'll provide prototype sampling information, including fabrication, trim, color, graphic applications, style, detail, fit requirements and construction detail. You'll monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with Development, Pattern Making, Materials, Apparel Lab, Field Testing and the Sample Room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project. You'll build awareness of current trends, color, technology and sports related products through market research and travel in order to keep abreast of consumer needs as well as future design direction. You'll work with Design management and/or a Senior Designer to actively gain experience, enhance design skills and increase knowledge of Nike's design philosophy, products and processes. In addition, you'll provide design support for higher-level Designers as needed.
Qualifications
Requirements for the position include:
* Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design
* 3 years' relevant experience
* 2 years' additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree
* Ability to apply and perform design skills, including drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development and layout that is supported by a portfolio of non-computer based creative art
* Strong familiarity with current trends, color and design
* Clear understanding of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit/construction and manufacturing
* Clear understanding of the apparel industry, marketing principles and development process
* Effective verbal and written communication skills in local market language, including presentations
* Ability to clearly articulate policies and instructions
* Proficient information seeking skills and a drive for results
* Ability to share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management
* Ability to network and utilize internal and external resources
* Ability to exercise a high degree of professionalism
* Strong attention to details and deadlines
* General ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through
* General ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented team environment
* Ability to work in a rapidly changing, high growth environment
* Ability to manage multiple and competing work priorities, demands and changes
Nike offers a beautiful corporate campus, incredible resources and a generous benefits package with a stock purchase plan and a 401(k) retirement plan. Not to mention the casual work environment, on-site sports complex, childcare and a host of other perks we don't have room to mention here.
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online.
Nike is committed to employing a diverse workforce. EOE/M/F/H/V
Profile
Job Function Research, Design & Development
Locations OR-Portland
Schedule Full-time
Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time
Additional Information
Posting Date Sep 4, 2007, 07:26 PM, Montreal, New York, Washington D.C. - (UTC -5:00)
Relocation Available Yes
Non-Compete Required No
Background Check Required No
Drug Screen Required No
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09/06/2007 10:23:08 PM · #135 |
Sr. Manager - Creative & Site Experience
To Apply
Once you decide you're ready to apply, you can start your online application by clicking the Start Your Application button. Follow the steps until you reach the final page confirming that your online application has been completed successfully.
How to apply
Description
Mind readers wanted.
Consumers today are more sophisticated and better educated than in any previous generation. They decide what they want and when they want it. At Nike, our challenge is to anticipate what they'll want and be ready with a solution. When we're really good, it's something -- a product, a service, a whatever -- that's so intuitively perfect the consumer hasn't even imagined it could exist. Your job? To make sure we know our consumers better than we know ourselves.
But you knew that already, didn't you?
As our Senior Manager, youﾃ｢冤l lead the development of all US Digital Commerce websites and catalogs to grow sales while upholding brand objectives and consumer experience. Youﾃ｢冤l set overall strategy for creative output and consumer experience across all US Digital Commerce websites and catalogs to maximize sales while upholding brand objectives. Youﾃ｢冤l be the in house expert on digital commerce experiences educate and evangelize concepts surrounding best-in-class e-Retailing and brand presentation. Youﾃ｢冤l also lead the team in producing and launching commerce based site initiatives and improvements. Youﾃ｢冤l drive catalog production excellence for the direct catalog and integrate the consumers touch points online. Youﾃ｢冤l work closely with Nike Brand Managers to achieve both brand and commercial goals and across the organization to build consensus and garner input for strategic direction. Youﾃ｢冤l set production strategy to maximize demand creation spend and resource allocation to drive production and content cadence for each season for both .com and catalog. Youﾃ｢冤l also adjust production schedule and priorities based on site analytics, consumer trends and revenue goals. Youﾃ｢冤l partner with Global Experience team on capability requirements and deployments. Drive internal relationships and processes with internal partners: IT, Consumer Services, Merchandising, Global, Brand, Finance and Retail. Youﾃ｢冤l direct and lead a diverse production team to maximize their performance; utilizing coaching and counseling to improve performance and productivity of the team. Youﾃ｢冤l push for innovative solutions and raise the bar for developing state-of-the-art websites that lead the industry. Youﾃ｢冤l also share strategies and plan for implementation for production and capabilities. Youﾃ｢冤l manage both in-house resources, as well as contracted and agency resources to deliver effective programs and achieve goals. Youﾃ｢冤l maintain relationship for the greater US Commerce Team and evaluate performance and provide feedback to strive for best-in-class presentation. Youﾃ｢冤l be the thought leader on application of new digital technologies within the e-Retailing space ﾃ｢ drive these ideas throughout the organization. Youﾃ｢冤l drive changes to the sites based upon consumer trends, analytic reports and experiences. Youﾃ｢冤l advocate commerce opportunities and ideas with Brand teams and Retail partners. Youﾃ｢冤l also establish and execute against and within budgets. In addition, youﾃ｢冤l recommend resource allocation across projects to achieve business goals and work with the finance team to create and manage forecasts and budget targets.
Qualifications
Requirements for the position include:
* Bachelorﾃ｢冱 degree
* 8 yearsﾃ｢ marketing/retail experience
* 5 yearsﾃ｢ in the digital realm including ecommerce
* 2 yearsﾃ｢ experience in lieu of a degree
* Experience managing digital and print agencies to launch projects
* 5 yearsﾃ｢ experience leading and developing teams
* Experience in youth and/or sports marketing, apparel and/or footwear a plus
* Financial management, IT management, and Digital & Catalog production preferred
* Experience in preparing presentations to influence decisions
* Experience in hiring and developing others
* Advanced degree a plus
Benefits. You probably already know we have a pretty generous benefits package, but here's the highlight reel: a stock purchase plan, matching 401(k) retirement plan, on-site sports complex, childcare and full health insurance. There's not room here to mention every benefit we offer, but hopefully that'll give you a sense of how we take care of our own.
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online.
Nike is committed to employing a diverse workforce. EOE/M/F/H/V
Profile
Job Function Marketing
Locations OR-Portland
Schedule Full-time
Travel Yes, 15 % of the Time
Additional Information
Posting Date Sep 6, 2007, 01:36 PM, (UTC -7:00)
Relocation Available Yes
Non-Compete Required No
Background Check Required No
Drug Screen Required No
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09/06/2007 10:25:12 PM · #136 |
Sr. Brand Designer Posted Aug 29
hyperQUAKE, Cincinnati , OH
Job Description:
This position concepts, strategies, designs and implements brand identity and packaging solutions for global, national and regional retail and consumer brands. This design position will often lead other Brand Designers to develop progressive experiences that engage consumers at shelf from the initial identity development, to the execution of packaging and the creation of ideas to extend the brand relationship. Senior Designers will work collaboratively with the entire Creative Department to improve overall output of hyperQUAKE
Primary Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
ﾃつｷ Must have 5 or more years of experience.
ﾃつｷ Must demonstrate the ability to lead design teams on a project-by-project basis to obtain overall objectives of the Creative Department.
ﾃつｷ Has an expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and innovative approach to page layout and package design.
ﾃつｷ Strong attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness.
ﾃつｷ Ability to work with little supervision while providing accurate, timely and meaningful progress updates to immediate supervisor.
ﾃつｷ Has the ability to work effectively as a member of a cross-functional team.
ﾃつｷ Ability to work independent of Design Director and can produce creatively strong work with little or no guidance.
ﾃつｷ Clearly communicates thoughts and ideas and can make presentations to clients.
ﾃつｷ Can complete a project from start to finish.
ﾃつｷ Thinks and communicates clearly about brand strategy and consumer behavior.
ﾃつｷ Ability to direct photography and illustration.
ﾃつｷ Able to prepare production files to send to printer; pre-print communications with suppliers.
ﾃつｷ Can estimate total hours a project will take.
ﾃつｷ Demonstrates a higher level of thinking through innovation, strategy and ideas.
ﾃつｷ Has clear reasoning for design decisions.
ﾃつｷ Acts as a design leader.
hyperQUAKE is a progressive design agency embracing creative ideas and thinking across all media platforms. You will join our talented design teams in the quest to create experiences that engage users, excite clients, and make the world a better place. Our agency and creative reputation is being recognized in many circles, and weﾃ｢决e eager to find talented individuals who possess the same passion as our team members.
Apply here
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09/08/2007 08:44:32 PM · #137 |
Hello All, The Napa Valley Register is looking for a photo editor to manage a photo staff of three photographers and to work with designers and the multimedia editor. the 17.5k circ newspaper is located in heart of the wine grape growing region, an hour from San Francisco, Sacramento and Santa Rosa.
Iﾃ｢冦 sorry I canﾃ｢冲 find the original post. It was listed on nappa last month. We will be starting, slowly but surely, to use multimedia tools ﾃ｢ video and audio. But you are welcome to contact me or better, the managing editor Bill Kisliuk for details at bkisliuk@napanews.com for more information.
Thanks, Lianne Milton Staff Photographer Napa Valley Register
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09/08/2007 08:46:12 PM · #138 |
Ready to help lead a newspaper with a reputation for visual excellence?
The Sun Journal in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking a managing editor for its visual department. The job entails supervising our design, graphics and photo teams. Energy, enthusiasm and a passion for visual journalism are a must, as well as an ability to work well with other editors.
The Sun Journal is a 34,000-circulation, 7-day daily with a staff of 60 FTEs.
Maine offers a wealth of outdoor activities combined with the advantages of small-town life.
Forward your resume, a brief letter and digital portfolio as soon as possible to Executive Editor Rex Rhoades at rrhoades@sunjournal.com
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09/09/2007 01:58:37 AM · #139 |
Java Developer, Photo Sharing Applications - Santa Monica
This position is available in Santa Monica, CA.
Do you have a passion for creating great products that have the potential to be used by millions of people? Are you a digital photography enthusiast who enjoys sharing your photos with friends and family? Google is looking for Java Developers to join our Picasa Team in Santa Monica, CA.
We are hiring Java Software Engineers with a passion for digital photography to write server-side code for web-based photo sharing applications. We are looking for well-rounded developers who know how to create robust high-volume production applications, and can also develop prototypes quickly. You should have a good understanding of, and practical experience with, Java web application development.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
Passion for digital photography and the ability to offer perspective on features that are important to the customer experience.
Strong Java skills and object oriented design experience, including working knowledge of core libraries, design patterns, JSP and servlets.
Experience in database design and SQL; mySQL a plus.
Significant development experience in a Unix/Linux environment.
Experience with Python and C++, JavaScript, and/or SOAP desired.
Knowledge of session management, object relational mapping, XML web services, and agile development methodologies desired.
Apply here
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09/09/2007 02:06:17 AM · #140 |
Software QA Engineer (Temporary) - Santa Monica
This is a temporary role offered through WorkforceLogic.
This position is based in Santa Monica, CA.
We are looking for software testers to work as part of our testing team, searching for, investigating, reporting, and tracking defects. Your duties will include black box/white box testing following existing test plans and test plans that you write, designing new test cases, operating automated test suits, and analyzing defect reports. Depending on your skills you might also be involved in more technical aspects of software quality.
Requirements:
BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent.
5+ years of enterprise testing experience.
Experience in testing Operating Systems and distributed environments.
Strong background with Linux/Unix is required.
Experience in planning, designing, and performing functional and system level tests.
Lead complex projects from test planning to production launch.
Ability to set priorities, accommodate requirement and resource changes.
Experience in programming with at least one of the languages: C/C++, Java, or Python a plus.
Created functional and/or regression automation suite in Python, Perl and/or Java.
Experience with or passion for Digital Photography.
Must be a great team player and enjoy working in a fast pace environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of performance testing a plus.
For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to temporaryjobs@google.com. Important: The subject field of your email must include Software QA Engineer (Temporary) - Santa Monica.
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09/09/2007 02:11:42 AM · #141 |
Graphic Designer Associate, Sales Services - Mountain View
This position is based in Mountain View, CA.
We are looking for a creative, positive-minded, and motivated individual to join our growing team. We help develop sales material for teams across US, Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific regions. Your goal is to create beautiful work, no matter which application you're using. Under the guidance of the lead designer, you will be challenged to transform dry statistics into persuasive and elegant informational graphics, as well as to visually illustrate abstract ideas and concepts.
In your role as graphic designer, you will work closely with Sales team members to create marketing collateral for Google's senior management. Common project types are executive-level presentations, mock-ups, websites, charts, posters, logos, web graphics, and other custom projects for use at sales meetings and conferences around the world. PowerPoint will be used frequently. Much more important are your skills in Photoshop and Illustrator, because you'll be using those tools to create amazing things to put into PowerPoint.
Our environment is fast-paced, high-pressured, and sometimes unpredictable. At the same time, it is also highly rewarding and exciting. We are looking for a graphic designer willing to jump in and assist with bringing our customers' ideas to life. If you enjoy teaming up with many people to deliver on a large number of diverse projects, please drop us a line including your resume and a portfolio PDF or link.
Responsibilities:
Create elegant, sophisticated designs for executive-level presentations.
Create mock-ups of current and future Google products/implementations using Photoshop.
Edit/add content to existing websites.
Work closely with lead designer and marketing managers.
Requirements:
BA/BS degree in graphic design, or related field.
Advanced skill in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, & Flash.
Expertise with Word and Excel.
Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, including use of color palettes, master slides, animations, imported elements, and template creation.
Experience with website design and architecture. Comfortable with HTML.
Proven record of collaborative work and outlook.
Ability to understand, simplify and communicate complex ideas.
Ability to create great designs under pressure.
Able to take and implement creative direction.
Elegant, sleek, and accessible sense of design.
Extreme attention to detail and consistency of work.
Well organized and able to balance multiple simultaneous projects.
Top-notch communication and customer service skills.
A plus to have:
Knowledge of media software packages a big plus (video editing, audio editing, etc).
Basic programming skills, such as C++ and Javascript.
Web 2.0 skills (Ajax, PHP, etc).
Experience in customer service/sales.
Apply here
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09/09/2007 02:14:41 AM · #142 |
Visual Designer - New York
This position is based in New York, NY.
Google is looking for a visual designer with solid skills in graphic design, and an excellent eye for typography, clean layout, purposeful color, and refined style. You must have a deep appreciation for simple, sleek, usable interfaces. You will be responsible for all stages of design on one or more of Google's consumer-facing products. Therefore, you must think strategically while executing with great attention to detail. Your goal is to create a look consistent with the all of Google while delighting our users. You must have the ability to successfully collaborate with other designers, product managers, and engineers to develop innovative, user-friendly, best-of-breed products that adhere to and help build the Google brand. The ideal candidate for this position possesses a solid understanding of user-centered design principles, absolute comfort working with HTML and CSS, excellent visual design skills, great technical know-how, and proven expertise in designing for the Web.
Preferred qualifications:
Solid understanding of working with, and designing for, web applications.
Comfortable working with basic Javascript.
Able to prototype in Flash or other dynamic prototyping tools.
Experience working on large-scale consumer websites.
Requirements:
BA/BS or above in Graphic Design, Information Design, or other visual arts; strong technical background a plus.
Minimum of 3+ years experience designing outstanding web-based products for a consumer-oriented website as a key member of a design team.
Proven ability to act as a leader in communicating conceptual ideas and design rationale, all within a user-centered design process.
Must be able to work and communicate effectively in a cross-functional product development team, and present ideas and designs effectively.
Must be self-motivated to prioritize and manage work load, and meet critical project milestones and deadlines.
Must be an effective problem solver. Comes up with creative solutions and considers many alternative solutions to each problem.
Must be able to cope well in an ambiguous environment.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build good working relationships.
Fluent in HTML and CSS, and full knowledge of their capabilities and limitations.
Use Adobe Photoshop and/or Fireworks like a pro.
**Please send URLs for an online portfolio in addition to resume and cover letter. Submissions without a portfolio included will not be considered.
Apply here
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09/09/2007 02:20:07 AM · #143 |
User Interface Designer- San Bruno
This position is based in San Bruno, CA.
YouTube, a Google company, is looking for a talented, creative and motivated full-time User Interface Designer for a long-term contract, possible contract-to-hire. The work is challenging, creative, fast paced and intellectually stimulating. Strong analytical skills, unwavering commitment to quality, collaborative work ethic and cutting edge design skills are best fit.
Founded in February 2005, YouTube is the leader in online video, and the premier destination to watch and share original videos worldwide through a Web experience. YouTube allows people to easily upload and share video clips on //www.youtube.com and across the Internet through websites, mobile devices, blogs and email. YouTube has quickly become the leading destination on the Internet for video entertainment.
The newly hired individual will join the existent 2-person User Interface Design team and play an active role in all aspects of web application design for YouTube.
Responsibilities:
Team up with User Experience Designer and Product Managers to design easy-to-use, innovative and award-winning user interfaces.
Articulate and champion innovative design approaches.
Lead user interface designs through the UI design cycle.
Interactive Design: Brainstorm and refine interface concepts with Product Management & Engineering.
Prototyping & Testing: Create prototypes of interfaces to allow sufficient user feedback prior to development.
Cooperative Development: Guide on-shore and off-shore JAVA engineers to implement sophisticated, user-centric interfaces.
Ongoing Enhancement: Revise designs and implementations based on continuing user testing and customer feedback.
Support user experience research and usability testing efforts to ensure that the user interface is useful and extremely easy to use.
Play an active role in establishing a winning culture and environment.
Requirements:
Proven track record (and accompanying portfolio) for translating business requirements and use cases into highly usable and innovative web-based applications.
Understanding of web-based design and the implications of dynamic interface design.
Evangelizing core usability constructs and design principles.
Integrating feedback from multiple sources to improve design and building consensus across departments on design decisions.
Taking initiative to create a best-in-class user experience.
Experience/educated in Prototyping visual design concepts via visual design tools such as Photoshop or Illustrator.
Creating style and usability guidelines.
Designing interfaces that use JSP, CSS, JavaScript, DHTML and/or XHTML.
Creating designs that use CSS-based, tableless layouts is a plus.
Cross browser, cross platform knowledge of CSS and XHTML: IE, FireFox and SafarWeb 2.0 JavaScript and AJAX technologies: prototype.js, script.aculo.us, Dojo, mochikit experience is a plus.
Apply here
Message edited by author 2007-09-09 02:23:14.
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09/09/2007 08:38:09 PM · #144 |
Web Developer (Temporary) - EU Headquarters
This position is based in our European Operations HQ in Dublin, Ireland.
Google's Finance team plays a key role in driving and continually improving the global processes needed to keep Google a vibrant and healthy enterprise.The position reports to the European Purchase to Pay Manager and is based our European Operations HQ in Dublin, Ireland.
Google is looking for a hardworking web developer with great web production skills and a strong sense of clean design to develop and optimize the Google Purchase to Pay website. The Purchase to Pay Website is to be developed in order to support the purchase to pay operations for both internal Google customers and external vendors as part of a Global help desk. This position requires a utility player with strong HTML abilities, design skills, technical savvy, great attention to detail, and proven expertise in web development. This is a contract position with possibility for involvement in various other ongoing projects.
Responsibilities:
* Developing and day-to-day maintenance of the Purchase to Pay website.
* Determining the needs of the business to implement in the design and features of the site.
* Designing and quickly implementing clear, effective web content.
* Optimizing the website for exporting data sets and clean design.
* Creating web content independently while taking direction in a team-based environment.
Requirements:
* BA/BS or equivalent.
* Experience implementing and maintaining web content.
* Expert HTML and CSS skills.
* Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
* Strong scripting and database skills, MySQL, JavaScript, Flash, PHP or Python.
* Experience in a Linux environment.
* Keen eye for clean UI implementation and knowledge of website design best practices.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Apply Here
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09/10/2007 10:30:08 PM · #145 |
Tippett Studio
2741 10th Street
Berkeley, California 94710
510-649-9711
//www.tippett.com
R&D Manager
Project: R&D Department
- Animation (3D), Visual FX
Software Utilized: C, C++, MAYA, Linux, Renderman, Shake, OpenGL, Perl, Python, Shell, Unix
Relocation: Yes
Start Date: Immediately
Required Work Auth.: United States
Job Description and Responsibilities:
The R&D manager is responsible for the management of the overall design and direction of the studioﾃ｢冱 graphics and pipeline software engineers. This leadership position serves the creative departments, the technology organization, and the studio at large as customers. The position requires excellent project organization and staff management skills. Expert soft skills are essential, including creative thinking, facilitation, networking, presentation, self-motivation, and teamwork, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. This role works very closely with the Principal Engineers and System's Manager to implement Software solutions that serve the needs of a 200 employee visual effects studio working on multiple films utilizing a variety of 3rd party and proprietary tools.
Responsibilities
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Manages the developers on a day to day basis. Manages performance reviews, wage structures and career development for all members of the R&D team.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Actively project manages all R&D plans, tasks and milestones.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Works with principal engineers to mentor junior and senior engineers.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Monitors team member progress in attaining individual goals.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Assists Programming and Senior Technology Staff in formulating technology strategy for the studio; structures, plans and leads the required work to bring the studioﾃ｢冱 CG capabilities into alignment with identified goals.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Reports to senior management on status of the studio's R&D related goals.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Works with the systems manager on cross-departmental projects, capital expenditures budget, and creating a cohesive technology group.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Identifies key customer needs and works with CG Supervisors and others to rank them according to their potential impact on production capabilities and capacity.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Provides project status updates to production, CG Supervisors and senior management.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Creates and maintains an environment conducive to the retention of key talent. Ensures that the staff is adequately trained. Holds regular technical meetings with the relevant staff and provides education and training to staff members
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Maintains and develops relationships with peers in the industry and academia, both domestic and international.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Keeps up-to-date on the state of the art CG techniques used in the industry and research communities.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Works closely with CG Supervisors to gather requirements from artists
and support show-specific needs.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Works with VFX supervisors and CG supervisors to keep up to date on production
requirements and informs them of the state of the art in capabilities and techniques.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Discovers opportunities to optimize and enhance artistsﾃ｢ creative process
via new CG techniques.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Plans and implements software updates with no negative impact to ongoing production work.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Builds consensus for technical solutions among team members and customers.
Requirements:
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ BA or Bsc or 6+ years experience in CG, CS,VFX, Film ,Business or communications
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Minimum 5 years technical management and/or leadership experience in a production environment
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Minimum 2 years technical project management experience
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Successfully shipped (in-house or commercial) large software projects.
Desired Skills and Pluses:
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ A strong understanding of various software development methodologies.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ A strong understanding of digital production processes and procedures.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ A strong understanding of pipeline software development and terminology.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ A strong understanding of CG software development and terminology.
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Knowledge of UNIX, Linux, Windows, and Mac OS X
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
ﾃ｢ﾂ｢ Excellent teaming and problem-solving skills
About Tippett Studio
Tippett Studio is a unique, Academy Award winning, full service visual effects company that specializes in CG character animation for movies and television commercials. Founded in 1984 by Phil Tippett, the Studio now employs over 175 talented artists and technicians in Berkeley, California.
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09/10/2007 10:34:40 PM · #146 |
Imagemovers Digital
1 Thorndale Dr.
3rd Floor
San Rafael, California 94903
415-475-5800
415-475-5801 FAX
//www.imagemoversdigital.com
R&D Engineer
Imagemovers Digital
San Rafael, California - United States
Project: R&D
Start Date: Immediately
Required Spoken Language(s): English
Required Work Auth.: United States
Job Description and Responsibilities:
IM Digital is a production studio based in Marin County, CA, devoted to the performance-capture films directed and produced by Robert Zemeckis. A collaboration between Zemeckis and Disney, we are seeking experienced and talented TDs and R&D experts to help us build this unique environment.
Please note that due to the volume of resumes we receive, we cannot personally respond to all inquiriesﾃ｢ﾂｦwe will be in touch if your skills fit our needs.
Thanks for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you!
R&D ENGINEER
Responsible for designing, implementing and supporting core projects instrumental to the production of a 3d/stereo performance capture motion picture. This position requires excellent design skills, clear thinking, and pragmatic approaches to designing large software.
Responsibilities:
- Designing and implementing APIs, libraries, utilities and end-user tools under the guidance of a department head or project lead.
- Works directly with Production Engineering and production artists to identify and solve production problems.
- Serve as a knowledge base to the studio artists to aid in problem solving.
- Deploy new technologies in shot-production.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Scientific discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
-2-5 years experience in computer graphics field
-excellent knowledge of 3d graphics techniques and concepts.
-deep knowledge of one or more of the following: Animation, Physical Simulation, Modeling and Deformation, Compositing and Image Processing, Parallel/Distributed systems.
-expert level knowledge of C/C++
-experience with python a plus.
-excellent written and oral communication skills.
About Imagemovers Digital
IM Digital is a production studio based in Marin County, CA, devoted to the performance-capture films directed and produced by Robert Zemeckis and backed by Disney.
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09/11/2007 05:12:42 PM · #147 |
The Salmon Press, General assignment reporter/photographer
Berlin, New Hampshire
Job Status: Full-time
Website: //salmonpress.com
The Berlin (N.H.) Reporter has an immediate opening for a full-time reporter/photographer. Applicants must be able to get the story fast and accurately and produce consistent, high story count for the areaﾃ｢冱 oldest weekly newspaper. Pagination is centralized so all you have to do is write, write, write and capture an occasional photo. If you seek an excellent quality of life in northern New England we can offer a competitive wage and benefit package.
Submit cover letter and resume to editor Sara Young-Knox, Berlin Reporter, via e-mail at sknox@salmonpress.com.
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09/11/2007 05:16:01 PM · #148 |
Portland Press Herald
Maine Sunday Telegram
Assistant Managing Editor/Photo
Location: Portland, Maine
Job Status: Full-time
Website: //www.pressherald.com
Maineﾃ｢冱 largest daily newspaper is looking for a talented photo editor to lead its dynamic and award-winning staff. We are searching for a dedicated journalist and proven leader who can enhance the visual storytelling of our journalism, both in print and online.
The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor/Photo to supervise and coach our staff of six full-time and several part-time photographers. Candidates should have experience in Web production and some knowledge of videography. Above all, weﾃ｢决e seeking a photo editor who can thrive in a strong team environment and who brings creativity, drive and new ideas to the position.
Portland, Maine, is one of the nationﾃ｢冱 most attractive cities, and our newspaper, part of The Seattle Times Co., offers a family ownership committed to core values of American journalism.
If you are interested, and think you could help lead a veteran staff in a time of change and opportunity, send a letter of application, resume, samples of your photography and work that you have directed to AME/Photo Search, c/o Human Resources Department, Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, P.O. Box 1460, Portland, ME 04104. E-mail applications will not be accepted. For further information, contact Managing Editor Bob Crider at (207) 791-67317, or bcrider@pressherald.com.
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09/11/2007 05:18:31 PM · #149 |
The Sun Journal in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking a managing editor for its visual department.
The job entails supervising our design, graphics and photo teams. Energy, enthusiasm and a passion for visual journalism are a must, as well as an ability to work well with other editors.
The Sun Journal is a 34,000-circulation, 7-day daily with a staff of 60 FTEs.
Maine offers a wealth of outdoor activities combined with the advantages of small-town life.
Forward your resume, a brief letter and digital portfolio as soon as possible to Executive Editor Rex Rhoades at rrhoades@sunjournal.com
+ Lorain Morning Journal seeks photographer+
f youﾃ｢决e a talented still photographer with the training and desire to craft online slideshow and video presentations, The Morning Journal, an award-winning daily newspaper in Lorain, Ohio, wants you.
The ideal candidate would be a detail-oriented team player with excellent news judgment, strong technical skills and the ability to work well under deadline pressure
The Morning Journal places a strong focus on local news and sports in a highly competitive five-paper market. Action sports from prep to pro is a big part of the job. We are looking for a shooter who thinks visually and has the talent to deliver time and time again. The ability to ask questions, take notes and compose information with accuracy and decent grammar will be expected. Skills in graphics are a plus.
The paper provides Nikon D2Hs and D1H bodies, flash and a variety of lenses. Other pool equipment is available. Candidates should be familiar with Photoshop. QuarkXPress or Alpha experience is a plus. Night and weekend shifts are expected. Candidates must have their own reliable transportation.
Lorain rests on the shore of Lake Erie, 30 miles west of Cleveland, offering candidates a uniquely diverse opportunity in coverage. Regional candidates are encouraged. A bachelorﾃ｢冱 degree in journalism or related field is desired.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter and CD portfolio to April L. Elliott, Managing Editor, The Morning Journal, 1657 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052. Portfolios will NOT be returned.
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09/11/2007 05:20:05 PM · #150 |
North County Times,
City Editor in sunny Southern California
Temecula, California
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Smart, thorough journalist wanted to be city editor for our largest zone at an ambitious 93,000-circulation daily with an expanding Web presence. The Californian, an edition of the North County Times, serves Southwest Riverside County, a rapidly growing area about 50 miles north of San Diego and 70 miles southeast of Los Angeles.
We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person with a record as a newsroom leader and manager who has a desire to help build circulation at The Californian and bring out the best in our team of eight reporters and two photographers. The right candidate will value a good mix of strong daily coverage of our communities and in-depth issues reporting and be able to help reporters identify stories and the most effective way to tell them.
The focus for this hands-on position will be on content and helping others learn how to better gather, analyze and report that content through intelligent work. As the organization continues its focus on Web reporting, this person will help feed breaking news and other content to a 24/7 Web site. The ideal candidate will have a keen attention to detail, a strong knowledge of AP Style, an understanding of how to write stories that will appeal to readers and the realization that just because itﾃ｢冱 a job doesnﾃ｢冲 mean it canﾃ｢冲 be fun.
The right candidate will have 8-10 years or more experience in daily newspapers as a news reporter and assigning editor. For more information about the North County Timesand to see what we do, go to //www.nctimes.com
Please e-mail cover letter, resume and ideas for three stories that any community would love to read to opportunities@nctimes.com.
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