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Design Traffic Manager (Studio Manager)

The Matrex Design Traffic Manager’s duties are to oversee the flow of design projects through various departments while in the design process, assign projects to the correct designer, and ensure departments complete projects on time. As a traffic manager, you also build out schedules and work with account teams and all departments to establish deadlines for each project stage. A successful design traffic manager keeps everything running smoothly and provides client satisfaction.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in creative traffic management and content delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Able to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.

Scheduling Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with all departments to develop and implement traffic plans with deadlines that ensure the timely and accurate delivery of content.
• Have ownership to solve schedule challenges, remove barriers, and rebalance workloads.
• Monitor activity and keep daily Design Schedule reports current.
• Have daily morning check-in with each designer to identify barriers and project status.
• Have a constant awareness of upcoming design work through conversation with account teams.
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports on content delivery performance.

Project Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assure completion of required account team paperwork.
• Keep the financial team abreast of upcoming quotes to approve.
• Assure account team has all kick off meeting material organized.
• Record notes during meetings and distribute for review immediately following.
• Help set tone for well managed meetings.
• Initiate conversation for a constant awareness of potential project delivery challenges that might arise.

Vendor Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain good vendor partner relationships.
• Assure vender relationships in all creative areas of expertise.

All inquiries will remain completely confidential.

Matrex Exhibits

JOB TITLE: Client Manager – Surety

REPORTS TO: Bond Manager

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Exempt

DIVISION: Horton Risk Advisory Services

GENERAL DESCRIPTION – Summary

The Client Manager is responsible for the daily servicing of a book of business on assigned accounts with direct

accountability for client satisfaction and retention. Responsibilities include client and carrier relationship management, processing various surety bond documents, accounts receivable management and file management. The Client Manager role requires the coordination of multiple tasks across teams and functional roles to meet various deadlines and quality standards. The Client Manager has regular interactions with producers, directors, peers and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process surety bonds, endorsements, riders, continuation certificates and other client documents in the agency management system with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. Enter premium related information into the system to create records and invoices.
• Prepare client documents for delivery via email, US Mail or hand delivery.
• Maintain an outstanding level of data integrity in the agency management system and SurePath so that all fields, documents, and data are accurate, up to date and flow properly to reports and other output documents.
• Provide routine consultation to clients and act as back up to Client Managers in order to assist internal and external clients as much as possible.
• Assist with accounting issues relative to premium and commission discrepancies and accounts receivable. Help direct clients with payment instructions, receipt of various premium notices from carriers and finance companies. Effectuate notices of cancellation, rescission and reinstatement.
• Access and navigate carrier websites to obtain account information and surety bond documents. May request, follow up, and review endorsements or obtain quotes as necessary.
• Review contracts to ensure that bond requirements are met and that performance & payment bonds are issued accurately.
• Set and manage diaries to ensure all account activity is progressing effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· A Bachelor’s Degree is required

· Property and Casualty License must be obtained within 75 days of the first day of New Hire Onboarding

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong math skills with an understanding of basic of basic accounting principles

· EPIC/Applied systems experience a plus

· Five or more year’s Surety experience with strong technical product knowledge.

BEHAVIOR STANDARD

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management. All employees are expected to behave in a manner consistent with the corporate values outlined as Driven, Excellent and Together.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment requiring tolerance for schedule change and disruption with potential for travel.

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The job description is intended to describe the essential responsibilities The Horton Group requires. Essential functions are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to:

· Perform work on a computer for extended periods of time

· Sit/stand for extended periods of time in work area

· Grasp objects using your fingers (fine motor skills)

· Communicate and speak in a clear, concise and professional manner both in person and on the telephone

· Travel by air or ground transportation as required in performing job duties

· Be able to lift and carry objects that weigh a minimum of 40 pounds

Nothing in this job description or in any other written documents or forms maintained by The Horton Group, creates, or may be deemed to create, an employment contract between The Horton Group and any of its employees.

The Horton Group reserves the right to revise the contents of this job description, at any time, without prior notice to its employees.

This job description supersedes any previous oral or written job descriptions.

The Horton Group

Looking for a Front of House Manager for Chicago.

Pinstripes is known for attracting exceptional people who are passionate about service. Our Venues are dynamic in layout and design, no one Pinstripes is the same as the other. We generally entertain hundreds of guests a week through our Bistro, Bowling, Bocce, or Bar areas. We also host

and execute numerous events a week from corporate small happy hours, to social gatherings, to 3 coursed seated dinners.

Your first exposure is an intensive training program in one of our venues. Our Managers come from all backgrounds and industries, you are not expected to be an expert on day one, and will be given many opportunities within our training program to show your strengths. Every manager is required to run a workgroup, server, bar, host, busser, etc. We work as a team to ensure our venues are run at the highest level. Our managers embody this idea and drive it with the staff on a

daily basis.

Managers will be exposed to every workgroup (service, host, and bar), manage different zones of the venue, run private events, and you will see daily, weekly, and quarterly financials so it clear how to move the venue forward financially.

From professional development classes, to mentoring and guidance from your colleagues, we create well-rounded restaurateurs who are also savvy businesspeople.

As we look toward 2023 we are opening 6 new locations; 2 in California, 3 in Florida, and 1 in New Jersey. We are hiring and building up our teams at our current 13 locations so we are in a position

to springboard and offer relocation to key team members to help lead these new venues. Our management team search is focused on individuals who are dedicated to consistently driving high standards and achieving service excellence. Those who enjoy a small-company-feel, are adept at building relationships, and have a single-minded focus on delivering quality should

apply.

Job Description:

Ability to hold company standards on a daily basis

Able to teach and inspire our hourly team members to exceed guest expectations

Able to interview and staff their workgroup to anticipate sales trends

Daily, weekly, and monthly calendars are organized to

hit inventory deadlines and venue goals

Able to work with Micros POS

PinPerks:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Stocks & Equity in a Growing Company
• 401K Program
• Paid Health Insurance Options
• Personal Time Off + Sick Days
• Complimentary Meals during workdays
• Growth and Relocation Opportunities

Pinstripes

Looking for a Front of House Manager for Northbrook, IL.

Pinstripes is known for attracting exceptional people who are passionate about service. Our Venues are dynamic in layout and design, no one Pinstripes is the same as the other. We generally entertain hundreds of guests a week through our Bistro, Bowling, Bocce, or Bar areas. We also host

and execute numerous events a week from corporate small happy hours, to social gatherings, to 3 coursed seated dinners.

Your first exposure is an intensive training program in one of our venues. Our Managers come from all backgrounds and industries, you are not expected to be an expert on day one, and will be given many opportunities within our training program to show your strengths. Every manager is required to run a workgroup, server, bar, host, busser, etc. We work as a team to ensure our venues are run at the highest level. Our managers embody this idea and drive it with the staff on a

daily basis.

Managers will be exposed to every workgroup (service, host, and bar), manage different zones of the venue, run private events, and you will see daily, weekly, and quarterly financials so it clear how to move the venue forward financially.

From professional development classes, to mentoring and guidance from your colleagues, we create well-rounded restaurateurs who are also savvy businesspeople.

As we look toward 2023 we are opening 6 new locations; 2 in California, 3 in Florida, and 1 in New Jersey. We are hiring and building up our teams at our current 13 locations so we are in a position

to springboard and offer relocation to key team members to help lead these new venues. Our management team search is focused on individuals who are dedicated to consistently driving high standards and achieving service excellence. Those who enjoy a small-company-feel, are adept at building relationships, and have a single-minded focus on delivering quality should

apply.

Job Description:

Ability to hold company standards on a daily basis

Able to teach and inspire our hourly team members to exceed guest expectations

Able to interview and staff their workgroup to anticipate sales trends

Daily, weekly, and monthly calendars are organized to

hit inventory deadlines and venue goals

Able to work with Micros POS

PinPerks:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Stocks & Equity in a Growing Company
• 401K Program
• Paid Health Insurance Options
• Personal Time Off + Sick Days
• Complimentary Meals during workdays
• Growth and Relocation Opportunities

Pinstripes

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Detroit, Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; Denver, CO; and Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team.  Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.

As part of Sentinel’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact [email protected].

As an Enterprise Customer Experience Manager (CXM) for our Fortis Cybersecurity practice, your primary responsibility is maintaining long-term, post-sales relationships with existing and new customers across a wide selection of companies and industries. Pro-actively collaborate with customers to ensure they continue to receive on-going value from the Sentinel Fortis Services that they have purchased. You will focus on relationship management to ensure that the customers serve as positive references and continue receiving value from the Sentinel portfolio. This position can be remote but must provide occasional onsite support at our Downers Grove, IL headquarters.

The Enterprise CXM is key to interpreting data analyses and developing action plans accordingly and assist in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, and reporting data. They create and implement strategies to optimize the data systems and technology in use. They have up-to-date knowledge of current data tools and industry changes and analyze big data. They evaluate processes and technology and create detailed reports.

This role will be collaborating with multiple departments and does require customer interaction to explain data findings particular to the customer.

• At least 5 years’ experience within a Customer Success department in a cybersecurity SaaS organization (knowledge and familiarity with cybersecurity operations, methodologies, and products)
• General knowledge and experience in cybersecurity as a technical account manager or similar customer-facing role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with diligence and accuracy.
• Professional communication and effective writing skills
• Demonstrated strong organizational and management skills.
• Must be highly accurate with details while multi-tasking.
• Adept at queries, report writing and presenting finding.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in data sets.
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities skills.
• Consultative approach to defining strategic engagements with customers to map, measure, and achieve successful outcomes.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills required
• The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

What you get:

We offer an energetic work environment with many corporate culture amenities, competitive salary, and rich benefit plan including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 529, Life Insurance, Income Protection Short and Long-Term Disability, Medical and Child/Elder Care, Flexible Spending Account Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Two weeks’ vacation, additional paid time-off for Personal and Sick, certification and hands-on training, and discounts for local event entertainment and health clubs.

Sentinel Technologies

Canlan Sports is the largest private sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company’s success in the recreation-entertainment & hospitality industry is attributed to a combination of innovative programming, service delivery leadership and world-class sports complexes. We understand our customers’ need for service excellence and are committed to it.

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a dedicated Office Manager who will be central to maintaining efficient office services. The successful candidate will organize office operations and provide support as the first point of contact for sports complex employees for onboarding and resolving initial queries on HR and Health and Safety Policies.

Job Responsibilities

• The Office Manager is actively involved with the daily transactions of invoicing, receipts, adjustments, vending, banking, and manual cheque issuance.
• Additionally, they ensure the payroll submissions & month end processes and reports (AR & AP) are completed on time.
• Accounting and Reporting
• Employee Onboarding

Education And Knowledge Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Recreation, Facility Management or a combination of experience and education an asset.
• Certification in Standard First Aid/AED an asset.
• Possess or willing to obtain and submit a satisfactory background checks.
• At least 3 years successful office management experience in a Sports related business.
• Previous experience with accounting and payroll systems.
• Demonstrated strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office).
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively & work well with customers, coworkers & management.
• Creativity and innovation combined with excellent organizational skills.

NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices
Canlan Sports

Canlan Sports is the largest private sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company’s success in the recreation-entertainment & hospitality industry is attributed to a combination of innovative programming, service delivery leadership and world-class sports complexes. We understand our customers’ need for service excellence and are committed to it.

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a dedicated Office Manager who will be central to maintaining efficient office services. The successful candidate will organize office operations and provide support as the first point of contact for sports complex employees for onboarding and resolving initial queries on HR and Health and Safety Policies.

Job Responsibilities

• The Office Manager is actively involved with the daily transactions of invoicing, receipts, adjustments, vending, banking, and manual cheque issuance.
• Additionally, they ensure the payroll submissions & month end processes and reports (AR & AP) are completed on time.
• Accounting and Reporting
• Employee Onboarding

Education And Knowledge Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Recreation, Facility Management or a combination of experience and education an asset.
• Certification in Standard First Aid/AED an asset.
• Possess or willing to obtain and submit a satisfactory background checks.
• At least 3 years successful office management experience in a Sports related business.
• Previous experience with accounting and payroll systems.
• Demonstrated strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office).
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively & work well with customers, coworkers & management.
• Creativity and innovation combined with excellent organizational skills.

NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices
Canlan Sports

The Executive Assistant, a newly created role based in our downtown Chicago office, will provide high-level administrative support to a group of firm executives. This individual will work independently, performing various complex and confidential administrative and clerical support responsibilities. This opportunity requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to provide accurate information and exceptional client service to various individuals.

General work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our work model is hybrid, with three days in the office per week.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

You’ll play a key role in supporting our executive team (CEO and others) and coordinating events with clients, prospects, and internal stakeholders. You will organize and manage calendars, prepare meeting materials, and handle travel arrangements for our executives. In addition, you’ll assist with planning and executing events and providing marketing support. This role blends administrative, strategic, and event planning responsibilities, making it a unique opportunity for a dynamic professional who can handle various tasks and maintain confidentiality in all assignments.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and coordinate Microsoft Outlook calendars.
• Reconcile, prepare, and submit expense reimbursements following firm policies and procedures.
• Arrange and book travel, accommodations, and itineraries, and provide correspondence related to arrangements.
• Coordinate executive-level appointments, receptions, and conference calls/web meetings.
• Plan and organize internal and external meetings.
• Coordinate meeting time/date/location.
• Reserve internal resources and equipment.
• Communicate meeting logistics.
• Prepare meeting materials.
• Post-meeting neatening.
• Perform clerical responsibilities, including scanning, copying, filing, faxing, mailing, and/or FedEx shipments.
• Coordinate and execute all aspects of off-site team-building retreats and other marketing events, including venue/catering, technical equipment, guest registration, and entertainment.
• Support firm and executive team in coordinating aspects of the annual Kovitz Cares Foundation fundraising event.
• Support marketing efforts by preparing marketing materials and coordinating with Senior Advisors.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

NECESSARY EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of relevant work experience as an executive assistant or office coordinator.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Familiarity with Concur Expense Management is desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills and client service focus.
• Team player mentality.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Outstanding organizational capabilities.
• Willingness to work overtime hours, as needed.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Kovitz

As a hybrid Senior Art Director/Designer for our B2B food brand (famous for their french fries, sold to the top fast-food chain), you’ll join a great team of art directors and copywriters dreaming up integrated 360° campaigns – from digital and social to trade show graphics and OOH. We take pride in craftsmanship and thoughtfulness – and we partner directly with our clients to build from scratch, and design for reality. One day you might work on a video, photo shoot, or a branding project – the next day you might lead a multimedia campaign, printed tactics, out-of-home, and more. Whatever the ask is, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to have your creative voice be heard – all while collaborating with a team of creative and production experts who love the brand and make great work together. You will report to one of two Creative Directors. We need someone who could begin on concepting for new projects, art directing a photo shoot or video, create InDesign layouts for print but also be digitally experienced, design trade show booths and more.

Qualifications

• BA in Design or Advertising or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in an agency/studio setting
• An online portfolio that shows off the very best of your thinking
• Traditional advertising experience for both print and digital/web
• Experience working for brands that have established visual branding guidelines
• B2B experience
• Have a balance of branding, layout, typography, and illustration design skills
• Enthusiasm to collaborate with production and account teams, in addition to creative
• Well-versed and comfortable in multiple presentation settings
• Af ull understanding of responsive digital development constraints and possibilities
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Package up digital assets for delivery and oversee creative through production

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $58,000-$80,000/year. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

About dentsu

Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape societywww.dentsu.com.

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

dentsu

Direct Hire: Art Director

Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days work from home, with no deviation

Portfolio must contain 360-degree campaigns in the CPG space

Salary + Benefits

Location: Chicago, IL. easy to get to!

Our client is a well known B2B and B2C, products company in Chicago and they are ready to add another Art Director to their family which is a well-oiled, in-house creative team that runs like an agency. In this role you will be assigned to specific brands under the corporate umbrella and from there, Concept-Design-Produce print and digital campaigns in a team setting. Deliverables to include: Web, Email, Social Media, Animated GIFs, POP/POS/Packaging, Collateral, Tradeshow, etc. Working with all kinds of inhouse Marketing, Product Managers, and the like, you will support/design for a variety of seasonal campaign needs, product launches, rebrands, and sales aides.

To be considered for this role we are seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in design
• Minimum 5-7 years having designed for the CPG space, B2C
• 360-degree campaign design work, accessible via your portfolio
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal as this role will be presenting to clients
• Strong file production/maintenance skills

This is a hands-on role where everyone on the team works together in both design and production capacities. No one, or pay-grade level, is too good for any given task. It’s this mentality that makes the department so successful and productive as a team.

What’s in it for you? Our client is thrilled to offer a competitive salary along with an array of benefits:

• Major Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Options
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

Digital People