General Staff Jobs

Location: Playa Vista, CA (Hybrid Schedule onsite work 3 days per week)

Duration: 3 Months Contract

Description:

Marketing is the team that brings the hardware devices to life in the above-the-line space. TV, online video, Social, Real-Life Activations, OOH, and DOOH. They’re a dynamic team whose mission is to fundamentally change how people discover and explore their products globally.

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities:

• Lead the creative development process with internal teams in the following areas: creative resourcing, timeline management, budget management, creative project team management, cross-functional communication, creative strategy, marketing share-outs, legal approvals, and production hand-off to deliver exceptional creative.
• Establish, collaborate, and manage cross-functional business relationships with multiple teams: Product Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Creative, XFN Production, Legal, and BA team to drive creative projects to meet business objectives, creative objectives, and timing and budget requirements.
• Work collaboratively with external agencies and production partners on the development of marketing campaigns
• Own clear and timely communication with cross-functional team leads regarding project status, obstacles, and priorities. Proactively identify, communicate, and manage risks.
• Ingest new projects and work with Lead Producer and Lead Creative to allocate staff and resourcing.

Mandatory:

• 5-7 years of experience managing the creative development and execution of marketing campaigns, with TV, OLV, Social, OOH, and digital experience
• Proven ability to handle ambiguity, problem-solving, time management, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, technical work environment.
• Must be proactive, detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects.
• Organizational skills: proper record keeping, managing files and folders in Drive.
• Proficient in Workplace products: Gmail, Slides, Sheets, Drive.

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience launching and marketing consumer electronics products in global retail environments is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

Recruiter Details:

Name: Harish Mehta

Email: [email protected]

Internal Reference Id: 23-35807

US Tech Solutions

JOB SUMMARY: The Creative Director will manage the day to day operations of the creative team. The Creative Director is able to interpret internal business needs and client briefs, translating them into elegant, creative solutions. This role is well versed in time sensitive requests, serving as a skilled leader who oversees a creative team (including, but not limited to: content and video producers, graphic designers, and photographers). The creative director must be exceptional at pitching creative concepts to clients and company stakeholders as well as communicating ideas and concepts to other team members. The Creative Director, reporting to the Executive Creative Director, will collaborate with top executives to set strategic goals and KPIs, ensure brand consistency across all visual content, and leverage a keen eye for design to influence and drive creative decisions within a talented and passionate team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creative Leadership: Possess excellent supervisory, people management, and leadership skills in order to lead and inspire, hire, develop, and oversee the creative team.
• Team Management: Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback to Creative team members to foster growth and development.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaborate with social media, PR and creative clients and the corresponding internal teams to understand timelines, project objectives, target audience, and messaging goals.
• Strategy and Planning: Develop comprehensive visual content strategies aligned with client needs and agency objectives.
• Project Management: Create detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, and budget requirements. Master multi-tasking and leading multiple projects from conception to completion in accordance with deadlines.
• Goal and KPI Setting: Collaborate with executive leadership to establish and refine departmental goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that align with the overall business objectives. Take ownership of monitoring and assessing the creative team’s performance against these benchmarks, implementing strategies for continuous improvement. Provide regular reports to the Executive Creative Director on progress, challenges, and opportunities related to goal achievement.
• Strategic Collaboration with New Business: Partner closely with the New Business team to align creative strategies with client needs, providing valuable insights to ensure effective pricing that not only reflects the creative department’s expertise but also contributes to the overall profitability of the agency. Leverage market analysis and industry trends to inform pricing strategies, fostering a symbiotic relationship that enhances the agency’s competitive edge and financial success.
• Budget Management: Drive financial success by skillfully managing and optimizing project budgets, ensuring resource allocation aligns with project requirements and business objectives. Implement cost-effective strategies, negotiate vendor contracts, and consistently track expenditures to maximize the value delivered to clients while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• Client Communications: Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding visual content-related discussions and updates.
• Onsite Shoots: Independently photograph and / or capture video for clients, but also provide onsite guidance, strategy, and creative direction to creative team members during their shoots as needed.
• Quality Assurance: Review and approve all visual content before final delivery to clients, ensuring it meets agency and client standards. Conduct thorough quality checks to verify accuracy, consistency, and proper branding.
• Presentation and Feedback: Present visual concepts and project updates to clients, incorporating their feedback and ensuring alignment with project goals. Be open to receiving feedback and constructive criticism.
• Digital Engagement: Be excited about collaborating and communicating closely with the Digital department and other stakeholders via a distributed model to regularly deliver design solutions for approval.
• Creative Problem Solving: Distill abstract business concepts and client needs into refined, elegant creative solutions.
• Product Consistency: Ensure that all of Giant Noise’s and client’s creative output/visuals are consistent across channels.
• Network Building: Continually develop and maintain a roster of trusted freelancers and contractors who can be called upon for specialized projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Industry Experience: Creative Direction experience (10+ years). Preference will be given to candidates who have experience creatively directing complex solutions for digital products. Ability to work with clients to understand detailed requirements and determine a creative vision that matches client briefs.
• Managerial Experience: (5+ years) Extensive supervisory experience (including leadership, team-building, and delegation) leading and managing a creative team.
• Education: A fine arts degree (preferred) or an undergraduate degree in graphic design, visual communication, typography, or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.
• Adaptability: Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing project requirements and scope adjustments, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work effectively in a team setting, including synthesizing abstract ideas into concrete design implications.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in visual content creation tools, industry standard photography and videography equipment, editing software, and post production techniques, experience with analytics tools to measure the performance of visual content and derive insights.
• Collaborative Attitude: Excellent interpersonal skills to clearly and effectively communicate the creative vision, concepts, ideas, and solutions to stakeholders, internal teams, and clients.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of digital media trends, social media platforms, and content distribution strategies. The ideal candidate will be forward-thinking and bring fresh, cutting-edge ideas to the table.
• Creative Vision: Detail-oriented mindset with a keen eye for design, branding, and visual quality, strategic thinking and ability to align visual content with Executive Creative Director goals and clients’ brand identities.
• Nice to Haves: A solid grasp of art history, design history, photography and the visual arts, pop culture, internet trends and counterculture; fluency in current technology, a deep understanding of the zeitgeist of social tastes and current affairs.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical Demands: Sitting 40% of the time, standing 60% of the time.
• Working Hours: Typically, work hours are from 9:00 AM CST to 6:00 PM CST, Mondays through Fridays. Depending on the type of content, irregular hours may be required, including weekends and evenings, to accommodate clients’ schedules or capture events as they occur.
• Physical Ability: Ability to kneel, squat, or stand for extended periods to capture images. Capable of lifting 20-50 lbs. as necessary.
• Manual Dexterity: Regular use of hands and fingers for computer use.
• Sensory Function: Everyday use of vision and auditory senses, including exposure to blue light from computers.
• Environment: Work in various environments, including indoor environmentally controlled spaces, outdoor locations, depending on project requirements. Travel may be required for on-location shoots, covering events, or working on assignments in different regions.
• Communication: Daily communication with peers and clients is essential to the role.
• Cognitive Demands: Ability to maintain cognitive thinking and logical reasoning throughout tasks and responsibilities.

At Giant Noise, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity in all its forms. We believe that a diverse and equitable team leads to richer creativity, innovation, and success. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply. Giant Noise is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Giant Noise

We are seeking an experienced Audience and Media Strategy Manager to spearhead the development of audience strategy and cross-channel media initiatives for a pivotal campaign within our clients’ Retail business line. As a passionate advocate for crafting exceptional customer experiences, you will play a key role in shaping and executing media and audience segmentation strategies across various investments. If you possess the outlined qualifications and are excited about contributing to our clients’ dynamic team, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Economics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in audience and data strategy applicable to marketing and/or media.
• Knowledgeable about digital data technologies and partners (1st and 3rd party data, data lakes, data clean rooms, identity solutions, CDP, Clean Room, CRM, etc.).
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic thinker and doer with a clear understanding of media principles, planning, and buying functions in the US.
• In-depth knowledge of cross-channel media strategy and experience leading complex business at an agency or in-house with a large advertiser.
• Experience with auction-based media like programmatic and paid social.
• Familiarity with industry media planning tools such as Nielsen, Kantar, Comscore, DCM, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the formulation and implementation of media strategy and audience architecture for the Retail business line.
• Define channel approaches, media plans, and campaign activations, emphasizing an audience-centric approach.
• Develop and implement audience segmentation strategies aligned with business objectives and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with planning and activation teams to align audience profiles/segmentation with appropriate investment strategies.
• Utilize a data-driven mindset to determine the optimal channel mix for audiences and business strategies.
• Manage both external media agencies and internal partners to achieve campaign goals.
• Collaborate closely with campaign managers, marketing stakeholders, audience analysts, measurement partners, data science leaders, category leaders, creative and content teams, and internal media teams.
• Navigate a highly matrixed organization and represent the team with integrity and self-sufficiency.
• Manage budget allocations and investment decisions across all media channels within the Retail business line.
• Drive real-time campaign optimizations based on key performance indicators (KPIs) and compile regular reporting for stakeholders, including leadership.
• Contribute insights to advertising portfolio strategy and investment models.
• Foster an entrepreneurial mentality to enhance audience strategy, processes, and products.

Educated Solutions Corp

Our client is a Global Media Entertainment Firm in LA seeking someone for a Senior Manager/Director of Finance Treasury professional reporting to head of team.

This professional will be help drive Finance Treasury Operations throughout the whole business working with all business lines – Cash/Working Capital Forecasting, Long-Range Projections, and Financing Planning. This professional will be a business partner to all of the divisions throughout the company and will work closely with CFO, CAO, and Executive Management Team along with Legal and Tax.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and Drive Treasury Finance including Budgeting and forecasting for Working Capital, Balance Sheet, short and long-term strategic planning and analysis
• Create and manage diverse revenue streams financial forecast models for all divisions and analyzing key performance indicators to accelerate scale
• Determine in-flows and out-flows
• Long range cash forecasting, using driver based assumptions to project firm working capital (specifically balance sheet changes) over a 3, 6, 9, and 12 month period.
• Proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities, and then serve as an advisor to senior leadership address those concerns
• Support cross-functional teams in developing relevant financial metrics to tightly track progress and performance across the company’s operations
• Perform recommendation-oriented analysis on the strategic, operational, and financial impacts of managerial actions, summarizing information in a format that effectively communicates outcomes/scenarios to management
• Create meaningful and visual ways of presenting key business insights to management

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics needed; MBA, Master’s, or CPA is a plus
• 8-12 years’ experience in Treasury Finance – Working Capital & Balance Sheet FP&A, Budgeting, Cash Forecasting
• High proficiency in Excel – building financial and decision support models
• Audit/Accounting from Past Experience
• Analytical, strategic thinking and detail-oriented
• Ability to Travel
• Understanding of Revenue Recognition is a plus

Coda Search│Staffing

Our well-known law firm is seeking a Senior Art Director / Associate Creative Director-level candidate to join their Creative Services team. Candidates must have 8+ years of managerial experience in addition to an excellent, hands-on design capability.

This a hybrid, full time role that requires going into the NYC office 3 days a week.

Senior Art Director/ Associate Creative Director Responsibilities:

– Leads multi-channel, multi-faceted, cross-functional initiatives, owning projects from start to finish, including rebrand workflows, website design, and the development of storytelling elements (visual assets) for video/motion graphics projects

– Maintaining high standards for innovation, presentation, and attention to detail

– Working with the Senior Creative Services Manager – Traffic & Operations and Art Director to delegate work

– Leading creative discussions with internal colleagues

-Implement core design principles to strategic projects that align with brand standards

– Coach direct reports to be effective managers and mentors, and strengthen team skillsets through example

– Stay abreast of firm priorities and developments, as well as news and current events relevant to the firm and legal industry, and trends in the design field

Senior Art Director/ Associate Creative Director Requirements:

– 10+ of experience as Art Director or Senior Art Director in a professional services professional services organization or agency

– Experience with Content Management and Digital Asset Management systems, digital and social marketing, web design

– 8+ years of experience in a managerial/leadership role

– “Digital-first” mindset and demonstrated capabilities

– Expert typography, hierarchy, color application, grids, layout, and accessibility skills.

– Excellent eye for photography

– Proficient in Adobe CC, Invision, Sketch, Figma

– Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at the highest organizational levels of the firm and outside the firm

– Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, ability to communicate skillfully to different audiences

– Expert ability to explain the “Why” behind design decisions/recommendations and to navigate subjectivity

– Advanced experience building brands and developing brand guidelines, including for digital products

– Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion

– Must be comfortable and productive in highly visible, high-pressure environments. Must understand and defend the importance of brand consistency.

Creative Circle

Planet Fitness is the brand of choice in the health and fitness industry, with a mission statement of providing a clean, affordable, and non-intimidating gym environment for everyone. OKTA Holdings owners are a couple that opened their first franchise location in April 2011 in Vancouver, WA. Since then have expanded to 11 locations across OR and WA with an ambitious scheduled development plan over the next five years.

At OKTA Holdings, we pride ourselves on building an atmosphere of positivity and inclusivity in our business, Our company culture is shaped around equity, hard work, and trust. As we believe growth comes from service excellence, our company is focused on training and developing our talents to deliver the best experience to our members. It’s a place for motivated team members with a passion for sports and service to grow their professional capabilities.

The Club Manager will be responsible for the oversight of gym operations to ensure an exceptional “Judgement Free” member experience as well as a financially successful club. The Club Manager will be accountable for leading a team of employees positively motivating manner with continuous assistance in employee training and development.

You want to contribute to building an atmosphere of positivity and inclusivity, and you value a culture of equity, hard work, recognition, respect, and trust. Join an inclusive and casual team environment with co-workers who, like you, will help make us all great.

Work out for free and enjoy the Black Card amenities

Generous PTO, Paid holidays for eligible managers

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Tax-free HSA, and Flex saving plans, supplement insurance options

Build a career through advancement opportunities.

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing staff consisting of Team Members and an Assistant Manager as ambassadors of the PF culture.

• Oversee and take accountability for the various aspects of club operations and financial performance, including sales activation, staff scheduling, and payroll management.

• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all members, prospective members, and guests and ensure staff follows superior customer service guidelines while showing the ability in handling difficult situations independently.

• Oversee cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of the facility, by organizing and deploying cleaning duties, and supply and vendor ordering management.

• Leads by example and maintains consistent accountability for direct reports by training, coaching, and ensuring adherence to PF’s values and goals.

• Provides clear and direct communication to Team Members, gives feedback, and follows up on execution.

• Has the ability to organize and utilize time management and prioritization skills effectively.

• Superior customer service skills and experience, preferably in the fitness industry.

• Exceptional leadership, diplomacy, and listening skills.

• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Suite).

• Hardworking, enthusiastic, and energetic!

• Strong problem-resolution skills.

• Current CPR/AED Certification preferred.

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Continual standing and walking during shift.

• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

This is a full-time position. Typical work hours will be Mon-Wed from 9 am to 6 pm, and Thu-Fri from 9 am to 5 pm. Additional weekend or holiday coverage hours may be required.

OKTA Holdings (dba Planet Fitness)

Job Description:

As a Creative Director at you will be responsible for developing creative, relevant, innovative, and practical creative concepts. We are looking for a Creative Powerhouse who can lead the design & copy teams; but who can also do the work.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a team of creative professionals, providing guidance and mentorship.

• Proficient designer adept at pitching ideas in a client-facing context, showcasing skills in deck building, copywriting, asset creation, and design.

• Develop and implement innovative and engaging creative concepts for a diverse range of clients and projects.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure the successful execution of creative projects.

• Oversee the entire creative process, from concept development to final production and post-production.

• Present creative concepts and strategies to clients, implementing their feedback and ensuring their satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in-office M-F.

• MUST have agency experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in creative direction, advertising, or a related field.

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful creative campaigns.

• Production experience.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of branding and design principles.

• Proficiency in industry-standard design and production tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite

or Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• Experience working with sports team in-game activations and creative.

• Familiarity with digital marketing and social media platforms.

Synergy Interactive

This is a full-time, in-house position only. You must be in or willing to relocate to Phoenix, Arizona. Freelance and remote requests will not be considered.

Please Note: You must submit a portfolio or link or you will not be considered for this position

Agency Introduction:

ON Advertising was founded in 1993 and is owned by John Hernandez, Eric Garcia, and Ron Meritt. The firm is the largest minority-owned agency in the Southwest and has extensive experience in developing and engaging highly successful marketing and advertising campaigns. The firm provides an exceptional range of marketing, advertising, creative, public relations, and digital services to clients that span some of the best-known brands in a broad spectrum of industries. 

Position Overview:

ON Advertising seeks a skilled Art Director with robust experience in agency or client-side settings, adept at handling print, digital, and large-scale video productions. You possess the ability to manage several projects simultaneously and excel both independently and in group settings. You exhibit strategic thinking, attention to detail, and exceptional leadership potential, as evidenced by your interactions with clients and colleagues. Your passion for design extends to staying current with industry trends, making you a valuable asset to the team.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Provide mentorship to junior team members and share expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to work under the creative direction of our Chief Creative Officer
• Planning concepts by studying relevant information and materials.
• Illustrating concepts by designing examples of art arrangement, size, type size, and style and submitting them for approval.
• Preparing finished art by operating the necessary equipment and software.
• Coordinating with outside agencies, art services, web designers, marketing, printers, and colleagues as necessary.
• Contributing to team efforts by accomplishing tasks as needed.
• Creating a wide range of graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites with software such as Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Adobe XD, Corel Draw, etc.
• Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements when necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.
• 2-5 years of relative experience in an ad agency.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proven supervisory / leadership skills
• Proficiency with required desktop publishing tools, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, etc.
• A strong eye for visual composition.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to give and receive constructive criticism.
• Understanding of marketing, production, website design, corporate identity, product packaging, advertisements, and multimedia design.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 – $90,000 per year

Benefits:

• Matching 401(k)
• Medical, dental, life, and vision with multiple plans to choose from.
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

ON Advertising

Casting Call: Crew Members for Independent Film “Alarum”

Job Details: “Alarum” is an independent film set in a thrilling world of espionage and action. The story revolves around Joe and Lara Travers, a former assassin couple, who find themselves embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse with global intelligence agencies and a relentless CIA agent named Chester. The film requires a dedicated and talented crew to bring this high-stakes narrative to life.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the director, producers, and other crew members to realize the vision of the film.
• Attend pre-production meetings and rehearsals as required.
• Be present on set during the filming period, adhering to the schedule and requirements of your specific department.
• Ensure all equipment and materials for your department are prepared, maintained, and used effectively.
• Assist in problem-solving and adapting to changes or challenges that arise during production.
• Maintain a professional and respectful working environment at all times.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in film production, with a preference for those who have worked on independent films.
• Specific skill sets according to department (e.g., camera operation, sound engineering, lighting, makeup, costume design, set design, etc.).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Must be a local resident or able to work locally (no relocation or travel compensation).
• Commitment to the entire duration of the project, from prep through wrap.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on industry standards for each department.
• Compensation details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Casting Call: Join the “Below Deck” Team as a Yacht Crew Member!

Job Description: “Below Deck” is a dynamic reality docu-series that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the luxurious lifestyle aboard a mega yacht. We are searching for passionate, energetic, and experienced yacht crew members to join our team. If you have a love for the open sea, a desire to travel to exotic locations, and the skills to provide top-notch service to elite charter guests, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional service to charter guests.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of guests at all times.
• Maintain the yacht’s cleanliness and operational efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with other crew members to create a memorable experience for guests.
• Handle various tasks specific to your role on the yacht.

Available Positions:

1. Captain: Oversee all operations of the yacht, ensure the safety of guests and crew, and navigate the vessel.
2. Bosun: Supervise deck crew, maintain the exterior of the yacht, and assist with navigational tasks.
3. Chef: Prepare gourmet meals, manage the galley, and cater to guests’ dietary preferences and requirements.
4. Deckhand: Assist with the maintenance of the yacht’s exterior, handle equipment, and assist guests as needed.
5. Chief Stew: Lead the interior crew, oversee housekeeping and service, and ensure guest satisfaction.
6. Stew: Assist with interior cleaning, guest service, and other tasks as directed by the Chief Stew.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in the yachting industry, relevant to the position applied for.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing environments.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and guest service.
• Relevant certifications and training (e.g., STCW for safety, culinary certifications for chefs).

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on position and experience.
• Additional tips from charter guests.
• Opportunity to travel to exotic locations.
• Accommodation and meals provided on the yacht.
• Unique experience of being part of a globally recognized reality series.