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Hearts & Science has been inspired by confident marketers seeking business advantage in a world of personalized digital marketing, where CRM and addressable channels converge, and decisions must be made in real time to aggregate effective reach and deliver the right message at the right time. Designed to inform brand strategies with real-time insights, Hearts & Science is a data-driven marketing agency with expert media planning and buying capabilities, among other services that include shopper marketing, marketing innovation and content activation.

About the Role:

The Entertainment & Content Marketing team works with clients to develop custom, integrated, cross platform entertainment programs, creating deeper and consistent consumer engagement. The team taps into a broad network of digital publishers, entertainment production companies, television networks, movie studios, social platforms, and streaming companies to produce breakthrough storytelling from large-scale properties to smaller, original programs, covering all budget levels and brand program needs.

This freelance role will help strategize, brainstorm, develop, and execute content partnerships for the one of our largest accounts, and will have the opportunity to work across multiple lines of business.

Strategic and Functional Team Lead:

• Support and contribute to the overall vision and management of branded content & entertainment initiatives on behalf of our clients
• Actively build out content opportunities that deliver on our clients’ marketing and media objectives with media networks, digital publishers, and more.
• Develop sound content recommendations to clients, with insights, big ideas, cultural proof points and compelling tactics
• Understand and implement approved measurement models to justify investment and quantify results from programs
• Stay atop of current content, storytelling and technology trends and apply these forecasts to build program recommendations, ad-hoc partnership opportunity POVs, and executional-stage optimizations
• Occasionally support the Executive Director with presentation materials, status updates, and ad hoc meetings to ensure successful communication with advertising and media clients and agency partners on a consistent basis

Execution:

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact and content expert for clients, integrated agency teams, and partners to execute multiple programs concurrently, from strategy to ideation to creative development to execution
• Assist in the development and lead the activation of multi-platform distribution plans for programs across digital, linear, experiential, audio and social, involving cross-functional investment team to align on media plans
• Develop and execute timelines, manage production schedules, adhere to deadlines, set up/organize internal/client meetings, and enforce ongoing team communication throughout program
• Host partnership kick off calls across partner and clients to provided in-depth look at partnership components, working alongside publisher partner in deck content and build
• Ensure pre, during and post program measurement and optimization plans align to objectives and are in place for each program
• Evaluate final measurement data, address feedback with partners, and draw takeaways that provide agency and client teams learnings and insights into performance
• Manage internal and external work streams and production process for assigned projects during the creative development phase; development phase will require help with producing written and visual materials such as brand briefs to share with partners, client recommendations, program overviews, and more

Team Management:

• Reporting to the Director, you may also support the Executive Director based on assigned projects and client initiatives.

Thought Leadership:

• Offer support to Hearts and Science and TCC Leadership on new business pitches and marketing collateral on an as-needed basis

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in entertainment and content marketing, integrated partnerships, or strategic partnership development
• Proven analytical, strategic thinking, communication, client service and project management skills
• Exceptional project management skills, with ability to manage multiple work streams with strong quality control
• Stellar written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working on an integrated team
• Ability to address challenges, work under pressure, follow-through and solve problems quickly in the face of challenges
• Ability to effectively and confidently communicate information in both verbal and written formats (Development of ideas, pitches, research and recaps, client presentations, etc.)

Knowledge/Expertise:

• Passion for entertainment and culture opportunities for brands
• Experience working with various marketing communication channels (including digital and social)
• Experience in concept development, production oversight, and foundational understanding of working with and managing media partners
• Understanding of the digital and social landscape
• Experience implementing effective measurement models, synthesizing data to prove value and program success
• Can manage peer level clients with a successful track record in account management and client service

Compensation Range: $2,115 – $2,300 weekly. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, Benefits include: health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependence Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation, sick, personal days, paid parental leave, and paid medical leave, STD/LTD insurance benefits.

Hearts & Science is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Hearts & Science

Job Title: Associate Producer

Client Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Starting: 08/28/2023

Salary/Pay Rate: $16.00-$18.75/hour

Firm, non-negotiable: Yes

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 3+ months with possible extension

Job Description:

OVERVIEW:

This role supports producers/senior producers in the planning and execution of photography and video executions including scheduling, on set support, location support, etc. This role leads many administrative tasks for the full production office. Role has the opportunity to shadow and learn higher level elements of production and gain planning as well as on set experience.

SUPPORT PHOTO AND VIDEO PRODUCTION PLANNING AND EXECUTION

● Support overall weekly production schedule management and updates

● Assist producers in building shot lists and daily production schedules

● Provide on set coverage for producer when needed; perform on set PA functions for large executions

● Support production team ad hoc production support needs (e.g. – catering, location support, permits, etc.)

● Perform data verification when needed for pricing included in video and radio

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

● Maintain talent and vendor databases for the full production office.

● Support production team ad hoc office support needs (e.g. – maintain office technology resources, etc.)

REQUIRED

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

● Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people

● Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

● Strong communication and interpersonal skills

● Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment

● Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adhere to position guidelines

● Proficient in Google suite

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $16.00-$18.75/hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match (if applicable).

Aquent

This would be an in-studio role at Google Studio in Sunnyvale, CA. This position is for on-site Contract work.”

Estimated working dates:

9/14 – 9/27

9/29 – 10/6

10/16 – 10/26

10/30 – 11/8

Role

As a Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) you will work with a group of experienced video and design professionals to support the training, curriculum and certification teams. You will work alongside Video Producers, Directors, Director of Photography (DP), Camera Operators, Post-production Supervisor, and Video Editors. The DIT will work with the Director and DP to ensure that the images are captured and processed correctly. The DIT also helps to manage the data workflow, camera to cloud process, ensuring that the footage is backed up and stored safely.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the DP to create a workflow on set for backing up footage and returning media for reuse
• Manage the data workflow, including backing up and storing the footage
• Work with the post-production supervisor to create a workflow and folder structure for footage backups
• Review footage and mark selects based on producer feedback for editors to pull
• Apply color correction and other image manipulations to the footage as directed by the producer
• Troubleshoot any technical problems with media
• Spot check footage
• Backup footage to multiple on-prem locations
• Upload footage to Cloud Storage
• Work with the post-production team to ensure that the footage has been delivered for editing
• Monitor Frame.io to make sure that the C2C process is working properly.
• Review incoming C2C media and log any production issues on each clip as they ingest. Add additional information such as start and end time, production notes, continuity issues, clothing issues, etc…
• Report back to the producer if there are issues with media that require a reshoot.
• Manage and maintain a production report for each video shoot that gives a high level overview of the said filming.

Qualifications

• A degree in film, video, or digital imaging is preferred
• Experience with digital cameras and post-production software
• Strong technical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Very organized in all aspects of production
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and must have excellent communication skills
• Must be able to troubleshoot technical problems and be familiar with a variety of digital camera and post-production software

Trilyon, Inc.

Our client, a design and fabrication company specializing in the production of 3-dimensional themed elements and figures, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support their team.

In this role, the Project Manager will work closely with both clients and the internal team to determine the optimal way to achieve project timing and deliverables. The ideal candidate would preferably come from a themed entertainment background.

Requirements / Responsibilities

• Strong organizational and project management skills, preferably with experience from a themed entertainment based company.

• Ability to work with clients and internal team to determine the optimal way to achieve project timing and deliverables.

• Ability to work with floor plans and elevations as well as with architects, engineers and contractors for design, building and construction purposes a plus.

• CAD design capabilities, ability to create shop drawings, CNC Router and Rhino 3D experience a plus.

• Job costing and estimating experience, ideally at a theming company a plus.

• Familiarity with hand fabrication processes as well as digital fabrication processes including CNC routing and 3D printing.

• Technical and general construction experience and knowledge of a variety of mediums including urethane, fiberglass, wood, steel, graphics.

• Shop experience, ideally at a theming company a plus.

• Provide effective internal and external (vendor and client) interactions to ensure client satisfaction.

• Take ownership and responsibility for projects to assure the most successful execution of the projects.

• Manage multiple projects in an organized and efficient fashion with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Work in a fast paced, collaborative team environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

This is a full-time, office-based, permanent opportunity in Mendota Heights, MN with full benefits including healthcare, paid holidays and vacation, and 401k options. Salary is in the $60k to $80k range DOE. Qualified candidates, please submit resumes to [email protected] for an immediate reply.

Eleventh Hour

Dual Management has direct access to the Operations Director and Ownership.

This is a huge opportunity to oversee a single location and move up within this growing brand.

Job description

This position is EQUAL parts Sales + Management.

We use MindBody POS.

AGAIN, you must have excellent sales skills. Sales goals must be met.

****Signing someone up is different than selling someone****

Must have the ability to execute direction from ownership and Ops and work cohesively with partner management to meet goals.

Administrative goals must be met.

Must maintain the supportive community and culture of the brand.

You and a manager will be splitting coverage for the studio! Owner will offer support!

PLEASE make sure this schedule works for you and your lifestyle. There is zero flexibility!

Monday – Thursday 

5:55am to 9am

4:00pm to close (8:30pm – 9pm)

Friday Off

Saturday

9:00am to Close (12:30pm – 1pm)

Sunday

9:00am to Close (12:30pm – 1pm)

The second manager bridges the gap and covers the other half of the studio time. The both of you assist on evening shifts and the Saturday shift as a team.

Tremendous opportunity to grow with the brand.

To ensure you are the CORRECT fit, we reserve the right to potentially put you on a 30/60/90 sliding scale, from 45K to 60K to ensure you are the correct fit for this operation!

Job Type: Full-time

Bonus Opportunities: Based on performance

Salary Increase: Based on performance and management skills

Instructor Opportunities: Teaching Boxing / Strength Classes

– We can train the RIGHT person / supplemental income

Personal Training Opportunities: Private Training Clients

– We can train the RIGHT person / supplemental income

MUST have a history of leadership and sales!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor’s

Experience:

• Sales Experience: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pepperboxing LLC

Kelly Technology is looking for an Internal Communications Manager for a direct hire role open with our healthcare client, one of the leading healthcare providers in North-West US.

Title: Spokesperson/ Internal Communications Manager – IT Change Management

Level: Jr.-Mid-Level Organizational Change Partner

Location: Renton, WA (preferred) or Portland, OR or Irvine, CA

Client Industry: Healthcare

Direct Hire, Full Time with great Benefits

Hybrid (mostly from home, but 1-2 days/month on site needed), M-F, 40 hrs/week

Travel: domestic less than 10%

JOB OVERVIEW

An Internal Communications Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of internal communications and organizational change strategies. Managing internal communication channels like SharePoint, company websites and emailing campaigns, writing copy for company newsletters or memos and adhering to a company’s brand and policies.

• Review and record requests for change (RFCs)
• Categorize change requests
• Prioritize changes according to business objectives
• Manage the transition of changes from the development team to operations
• Coordinate the building, testing, and implementation of changes
• Mediate conflicts related to the change where necessary
• Draft corporate newsletters and speeches following organizational changes
• Create and circulate the change schedule
• Write letters, interdepartmental memos and other business correspondence
• Conduct Post Implementation Reviews (PIRs) after the implementation of changes
• Maintain all change documentation (policies, procedures, templates, etc.)
• Produce management reports

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITITES

• Internal Communications Management experience – minimum 3 years
• Organizational Change Management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or related program; or equivalent work experience
• Relevant work experience in communications, public relations and/or advocacy strategy.
• Ability to define Process Key Success Factors and KPIs
• Strong presentation skills. Ability to create Change Management-related documentation and present information to various levels of organization.
• Experience with SharePoint, and productivity tools.

PREFERRED

• Change Management Certification (Prosci, CCMP)
• Relevant experience in Healthcare or Non-Profit Sector strongly preferred

BENEFITS

• The pay range for this position is $90,000-$125,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, transportation and technology stipends, tuition reimbursement and paid time off

#TJP2022-SPEC #P1

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom

Our client, an entertainment company, is seeking a Designer/ Designer Manager to join the Consumer Products team on a part-time basis.

• Responsibilities:Provide best in class creative to support all owned and operated merchandise locations domestically in the form of windows, interior displays, printed graphics, dimensional overlays, and pricing/promotional signage for new and existing locations.
• Partner with the Retail Creative manager in planning, strategy, design, production, and implementation of storewide graphic packages to support over 350 retail locations in Florida and California
• Create environmental graphic solutions to support new film and product strategies while adhering to established brand standards
• Support the Retail Creative team in developing, refining, and executing graphic solutions for both single-site and global activations
• Responsible for preparing files for fabrication. This will require taking the already developed and approved rough conceptual renders and turning all graphic and production elements into print-ready, mechanical files
• Musts: 3-5 years of graphic design and/or production design experience
• Must provide a design portfolio that demonstrates knowledge in composition, hierarchy, and color theory as well as a clear understanding of typography and layout
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe creative suite with emphasis on Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong organizational and time management skill
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple projects with short deadlines
• Ability to articulate conceptual and design decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with print production workflow
• Bachelor’s or equivalent work experience

Onward Search

2 MONTH CONTRACT FOR NEW SHOW SERIES

We’re currently seeking a Live Broadcast Producer to support our efforts in creating the best live sports, gaming & entertainment content and unmissable live shows. A new series is coming up in Q3 and needs a producer to lead pre-production and show production in September.

• Excellent storyteller: you know to put the story and the script first and lead its development before the client even asks.
• Maintain high standards for the quality, strategy and integrity of all creative deliverables inside a non-scripted sports or gaming environment.
• Own and lead control rooms during live broadcasts – you’re in command of the environment and lead everyone to bring your creative vision to life.
• Ability to craft, own and deliver on broadcast paperwork including rundowns, scripts, graphics reviews, content prep and all elements key to owning the narrative and creative of a live broadcast.
• Partner with department leaders to identify creative objectives and strategies
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients
• Keen eye for high quality finishes and impeccably conveyed stories
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines 
• Demonstrated knowledge of live broadcast processes

Qualifications/Requirements

• 5+ years experience working in broadcast / streaming media as a showcaller and producer leading the control room.
• Knowledge and experience of mainstream US sports essential.
• Reel of high quality live production environment shows in either sports/entertainment.
• Excellent knowledge of live streamed content styles and social media platforms
• Knowledge with sports or gameshow/entertainment culture aspects
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills

OS Studios – A Project Worldwide Agency

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Associate Director of Global Franchise Communications, Vision Care, supporting the surgical vision care team, you will be trusted to work on both internal and external communication initiatives from our Fort Worth, TX.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Crafting and distributing public communications
• Prioritizing and acting as company spokesperson at promotional events
• Preparing executives for media/analyst interviews and responding to inquiries.
• Driving key Alcon corporate initiatives and programs among Global Vision Care Franchise associates.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 7 Years of Confirmed Experience
• 5 Years of Validated Leadership
• Work hours: 40 hours, (4:1)
• Travel Requirements: 10%, both domestic and international
• Relocation assistance: No
• Sponsorship available: Yes

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Benefit from a growing, innovative environment.
• Sharpen your current skills and gain exposure within different areas of the business.
• Focused and strategic growth and development opportunities.
• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight and improve lives!

Alcon Careers

See your impact at alcon.com.careers

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Alcon

Arthur Jafa Studio seeks a full time studio assistant with experience in sculpture and photography. 

This is a support position focused on assisting the studio in its exhibitions, artwork production, publications, and archive projects. The roles and responsibilities range from basic studio upkeep to assisting the artist with development of new artworks and installations. 

We’re looking for someone with:

– Experience in metalwork and wood work

– Experience with use of power tools

– Clay sculpting, casting and 3d scanning is a plus

– Experience with photoshop, illustrator and indesign

– Experience with digital photography printing

– Ability to create studio documents, pdfs and installation manuals

– Experience with 3d software such as Rhino, Z Brush is a plus

– Art handling

– Ability to problem solve and work collaboratively 

Ideal candidate is someone who enjoys learning new skills, as projects often require experimentation with materials and techniques. Must be technically proficient, organized and reliable. Attention to detail and a positive attitude are a must. 

Position is full-time and takes place in studio, located in the West Adams neighborhood of LA.

Along with your resume and references, please send a brief introduction of yourself, working experience, and studio skills/portfolio to Simone Segal at [email protected]

Arthur Jafa Studio