General Staff Jobs

Adecco Creative and Marketing is searching for a Production Artist for a 3 month assignment. This role is for a leading party supplies manufacturer and distributor with over 50 years of industry experience!

This role is fully on-site with free parking and shortened Fridays!

• Assist the design team in preparing purchased artwork for development.
• Prepare organized production files from concept art provided by Product Designers.
• Prepare organized layout and electronic files according to specification.
• Complete pre-production preparation of files by putting them in a format that allows for artwork development.
• Obtain and retain current production specifications.
• Inspect production files prepared by the other designers prior to sending to the vendor to make sure they are correctly set up.
• Color correct imagery.
• Prepare layout by placing art and text; specifying print requirements such as bleeds, clear zones, die-cut and coverage.
• Create successful die lines for customer presentations.
• Ensure that all electronic product files are prepared properly for appropriate media output and according to relevant style guides and printer requirements.
• Manage the highest level of quality by proofing all products for accuracy.
• Assure accurate printability, including traps, overprints and minimum half tone dots and line weights. Experience in preparing art for flexographic printing is preferred.
• Review matchprints and pre-production samples against final files for accuracy.
• Provide proofs for review; coordinating with creative team, internal clients; review and implement changes.
• Back up all final files and maintain a well-organized archive.
• When necessary, may help with mock-ups and printing files to in-house printers (knowledge of using cutting tools such as an Exacto knife helpful).
• Keep on the cutting edge of design and production innovations within industry and in customer products field.
• Help train/mentor Associate and Assistant Production Artists.
• Lead projects, troubleshooting issues as they arise to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Excellent leadership, follow-up and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. This includes strong communication and time management/prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with little direction.
• Strong internet and email skills.
• A working understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of various printing methods (primarily flexography but also offset, rotogravure, etc.) and how to prepare art for each method.
• Knowledge of 4-color process printing, as well as spot color printing and various printing techniques.
• Understanding of the concept of ink gain and how ink gain in respect to the various printing methods affects the files prepared.
• Must be skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Requires effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to present ideas, and/or facts and recommendations effectively.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or its equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree from a four-year art college or university strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience and/or training required; 5 or more years preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Adecco

Capital Press, the leading media company for Agriculture and Timber Industry news in the West, seeks a Sales Assistant to work closely in a small team setting with the Advertising Director and field-based Sales Territory Managers to increase sales revenue and provide a superior customer experience.

Work directly with customers to set appointments, process advertising and sales data, and create and maintain financial and sales reports. This position will also coordinate sales and marketing activities for our growing trade-show events, the Northwest and Central Oregon Agricultural Shows.

Gain experience in media sales, digital marketing and event management in this challenging and rewarding entry-level position!

Our ideal candidate is customer-oriented, has excellent time management, follow through, communication and interpersonal skills. Adept at administrative and data entry functions, able to write and speak well, and enjoys making social media posts. The ability to work in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions is important. Marketing, sales and CRM experience is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process insertion orders and manage financial reporting as needed from (Brainworks) systems.
• Assist customers and Sales Territory Managers with ad design and communicate needs to designers.
• Create and implement marketing and social media promotions for advertisers and Capital Press.
• Assist with special section database collection, retrieval and mailing through a client relationship management (CRM) system.
• Work to streamline or minimize the administrative functions of the outside sales staff, to focus those roles on revenue producing activity in the field.
• Be the liaison between Sales Territory Managers and the accounting and design teams to troubleshoot account issues as needed.
• Service existing accounts, freeing up Sales Territory Managers to focus on new business.
• Help set up sales appointments with clients and Sales Territory Managers.
• Coordinate and assist with sales for vendors and sponsors for two annual trade show events.
• Maintain customer satisfaction through superior service.

Our full-time staff work 37.5 hour workweeks. Compensation for this position includes an hourly base pay with a generous monthly commission bonus.

Headquarters for Capital Press are located in Salem, Ore. After initial training on-site, this position could work from home, as long as you are within the NW states of Oregon or Idaho. Capital Press is owned by EO Media Group, a family-owned Oregon company.

EO Media Group

Assistant Content Editor

New York, NY – 10012

5 months with the possibility of extension

Pay range – 25-30/hr

Responsibility

The assistant editor will help create shows and chefs content that promotes Food Network’s programming.

Core responsibilities include:

– Write and edit engaging content, from galleries and blog posts to newsletters and social posts

– Curate, organize and edit videos for social and editorial packages

– Help maintain editorial calendars and schedule content

BayOne Solutions

Chronicle Books seeks a Children’s Executive Publishing Director to lead and build Chronicle Books’ Children’s publishing program by expanding Chronicle Books’ reach in the marketplace and enhancing its standing as a publisher of high-quality, captivating children’s books. Working with our exceptional editorial, design, production, marketing, and publicity teams, the Children’s Executive Publishing Director will develop and guide distinctive, profitable, critically acclaimed publishing that consistently surprises, delights, and sparks the passions of the end consumer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiating, outlining, and appraising the long-term strategy for the children’s publishing program, cultivating a distinctive and profitable list of books and formats.
• Growing the revenue and profitability of the publishing list by closely monitoring financial results and stewarding expenses (royalty, plant, freelance, etc.), achieving seasonal revenue goals, setting budgets, negotiating and signing-off on acquisition deals, and print runs where required. Pivot and problem solve as needed, refining and improving outlook every step of the way.
• Inspiring the children’s publishing team as a mentor and arbiter to maximize acquisition, development, publicity, marketing, branding, and community-building, informed by a deep understanding of both the external marketplace and internal goals.
• Overseeing the ongoing financial and creative potential of Chronicle Books’ gift and novelty lists as a whole and in close collaboration with other children’s programs within the Chronicle Books eco-system such as Petit Collage and Galison/Mudpuppy. Identifying cross list publishing opportunities and partnerships as appropriate.
• Acquiring and editing a select number of publishing projects personally each year, with a focus on potential bestsellers and franchise publishing.
• Cultivating and closely nurturing high profile or high investment titles; lending guidance and direction across all stages of development to ensure success; initiating and nurturing franchise and series programs and playing active role in their content expansion alongside editor, marketers, authors/agents.
• Closely collaborating with design, production and other “make” teams to optimize creative development and visual distinctiveness in books.
• Ensuring close connection, engagement and cohesion with sales & marketing team and its leadership to promote both effectual launch and continued success of frontlist and backlist program in market.
• Networking and building fruitful relationships with authors, agents, licensors, packagers, overseas publishers, media, retailers & librarians, others in the creative community.
• Playing an active role in building understanding of end consumers and key retailers across domestic and international markets, helping to build the community for the program, and connecting deeply with it to enhance the Chronicle Books brand in the retail and institutional marketplace.
• Promoting high-functioning team environments informed by creativity, exploration, integrity, and strategic imperatives; guiding acquisition assessment and decisions within the larger publishing group to ensure they align and reflect both business goals as well as brand values.
• Nurture talent, internally and externally. This includes, for example:
• Supervising and mentoring key Children’s editorial personnel, applauding successes and challenging and addressing weaknesses; initiate changes in team and children’s org as needed to increase successful performance.
• Creating an environment that empowers staff to achieve objectives that support and helps drive company strategy; building skills and knowledge particularly with editorial development and business & publishing acumen.
• Cultivating external talent, with an active eye to recruiting for future change and team growth.
• Attracting and retaining acclaimed authors, illustrators, and other creative talent to the Chronicle list.
• Optimize strength and efficiencies across the company. This includes, for example:
• Collaborating with the Group Publisher and other creative directors to ensure Chronicle’s overall strategic needs are being met through publishing and craft leadership
• Sharing discoveries with others in the company – including active participation in company’s leadership (Operating) group – to coordinate vision, strategy, and tactics for success.
• Advocating for innovative, profitable publishing throughout the company and helping ensure communication across teams to exploit opportunities for growth.
• Promoting trust and accountability among peers.
• Attend various meetings, such as Creative Leadership Group, Key Title, Editorial, departmental, launch, sales conferences, transmittals, and other ad hoc meetings
• Work relevant trade shows as required
• Travel as needed
• Be an ambassador for Chronicle Books’ publishing, enhancing the company’s reputation among creators, retailers, librarians, the media, publishing peers, and end consumers

Employees at Chronicle Books follow a flexible hybrid schedule of working a minimum of 2 days per week and up to 4 days per week in our San Francisco office, depending on project and business needs. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover all activities required of this role.

Hiring Salary Range: $125,000 – $162,500. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the expected salary for this position and will be determined by factors including but not limited to: applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and geographic location as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus and participates in a company profit share plan.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive company culture that respects and promotes diverse backgrounds and points of view. We look for candidates who will add to our culture and support the company’s vision of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Chronicle Books is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we still encourage you to apply.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have at least five years’ executive experience in children’s publishing, with demonstrated success as a business and people leader. Strongly self-motivated as well as skilled at motivating others across all levels of the company, the successful candidate will have engaging interpersonal skills and be a team builder and strategist who is always alert to new opportunities.

BENEFITS

Chronicle Books offers a full suite of benefits, including but not limited to: medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, a profit share plan, three weeks of paid vacation to start, two weeks of sick time per year, ten company holidays plus a paid winter break between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, paid family, maternity, and paternity leave, commuter benefits, long-term disability insurance, annual tuition assistance, annual wellness stipend, and more.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Chronicle Books

Job description

Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits LLC is looking for an photographer to assist the primary photographer during sessions. Our luxury portrait studio provides our customers with a unique and high-end experience and the successful candidate will be a key part of ensuring that customers have a pleasant and memorable experience. The shift will be four days per week, Wednesday through Saturday. Our mission is to provide an exceptional experience for our clients. The ideal candidate will be very people, kid, and pet friendly and be able to engage with the clients throughout the duration of the session. We photograph families, children, and pets within our studios.

Responsibilities

Assist and follow instructions of lead photographer.

Photograph clients (Adults, Kids, &/or Pets).

Complete basic culling editing of portraits (final editing completed by production staff)

Qualifications

Photography experience is required. Extensive knowledge or experience is NOT required since we provide training, however, candidates should know their way around a camera and be able to adjust it and studio lighting as necessary. Candidates should also be proficient with computers (Mac OS).

What you can expect from us

Friendly staff to work with

Professional work environment

Stable hours

Job Training

3 days off per week

Paid time off

Health Insurance

We look forward to reviewing your resume and meeting you!

Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits

Seeking a highly motivated PR pro (1-3 years of experience) to join Warning Up North America. Warning Up is an award-winning, global PR and Marketing firm working with some of the biggest names in Video Games, including Bungie, Capcom, Tencent, IO Interactive and more. We also have an indie division that works with some of the best up and coming indie games out there. We are currently looking for some talented people to join our North American team and continue to grow with us!

You might be saying to yourself – “That sounds cool, what’s required to join the Warning Up team?” And to that we have an answer, though you may have strengths in some categories and lesser strengths in others – we can work with that!

• Video Game experience – you should know about the industry, actually play games and be able to talk about them
• Solid verbal/written communication skills – you need to know how to speak, read, spell and use words correctly
• Motivation – We have a great team of enthusiastic and motivated people that love what they do. This is also a position where you will learn and be able to grow your skillset
• Strong work ethic – this one is easy, you just have to work hard and do what you say you are going to do
• PR experience – past experience working at a PR agency or in-house in video games. If not, then explain any other relevant experience you have that would make you a good candidate
• Editorial contacts – if you have some solid relationships with some journalists then that is fantastic and you are a good candidate
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple clients
• Strong creative ability – must be able to help create strategies and pitch angles for clients
• Desire to be involved in new business pitching and assisting with creation of proposals
• Optional, but kinda neato – College degree – this isn’t a deal breaker, but if you have a degree in PR, Marketing/Communications then that’s a huge plus

This can be a part-time or full-time position and will be remote. It will involve interacting with clients, journalists and new business prospects. There will also be some potential travel involved for possible gaming events or conventions.

If you feel you would be a good candidate please send a meaningful cover letter along with your resume. Ideally paste your resume into the body of the email rather than sending as an attachment.

To apply for this position, please send an email to: [email protected]

New Vega

Our client, a large well-known Media and Entertainment company is urgently looking to hire a Assistant Content Editor to join their team ASAP in NYC. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2-3 days on site per week.

***This role starts as a 5 month contract and can extend or convert FTE in the future***

Responsibilities

– Write and edit engaging content, from galleries and blog posts to newsletters and social posts

– Curate, organize and edit videos for social and editorial packages

– Help maintain editorial calendars and schedule content

Qualifications

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, media, journalism or related field

– 1-2 years of experience creating lifestyle digital content

– Experience with Premiere or other video-editing software

– Experience managing social media accounts

– Strong writing ability and superior attention to detail

– Thrives under pressure in a fast-paced environment

– Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously

– Deep-rooted interest in food and pop culture / TV

– Works well in a team environment and be receptive to feedback

Candidates must be local to NYC and be willing to work a hybrid schedule in NYC

Motion Recruitment

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking an experienced Creative Copywriter to work within our fast paced Marketing & Creative Departments to execute compelling copy for assets and campaigns across all channels. This role develops the brand voice and identity of our customer and company as a whole, while also creating engaging copy for all relevant areas. This role must also bring a fun, inventive, and flexible approach to each project. The Creative Copywriter will work with a team of multi-level designers and reports directly to the Art Director

Job duties:

• Owns and drives brand tone strategies in collaboration with Art Director

• Creates copy that employs fun, descriptive, and customer/brand appropriate content.

• Develops compelling strategies that translate brand campaigns and e-commerce needs into product-forward messaging that drives sales.

• Writes for homepage creative, emails, promotions, print, social media campaigns, events, blogs, and other company related tasks. Innovates and adds next-level creativity and ideas to group meetings regarding brand voice direction and other creative uses for copy within various marketing campaigns.

• Is a master of creative messaging strategies and can assume the personas of different customers. Multitasks projects in a way that is self regulated and autonomous in order to achieve assigned objectives.

• Follows up weekly, or when needed, with the Art Director and Marketing VP to discuss workflow status, deadlines, and approvals.

• Attends weekly meetings and is available to meet when needed. • Assists on projects as needed with the ability to iterate quickly and creatively.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Assist with updating seasonal bottom page SEO copy as needed.

• Continue to build and add value to our copy library – for both creative and internal strategy purposes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• BA or BS in writing or related field/experience.

• 5-7 years of experience as a copywriter.

• Strong interest and experience in E-Commerce.

• Has exceptional written, grammatical, and communication skills.

• Must be able to quickly adapt to the unique tone, tenor, and personality of a brand’s customer base with relative ease.

• Must have an agile ability to collaborate in the moment and communicate POV with ease.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Experience with photography a plus.

• Understanding of Asana a plus.

• Experience working with a Studio team a plus.

• A strong knowledge and interest in social media platforms, trends, influencers, and pop culture.

• Expert knowledge of sentence structure, advanced grammar concepts and the ability to pivot from classic language to customer specific tonality.

• Must be flexible with tackling multiple projects at once that involve micro and macro copy concepting across all brand channels.

• Strong knowledge of pertinent writing tools and the ability to work with various writing programs.

• Self-driven with the ability to work autonomously/independently to reach personal and calendar specific goals.

• Experience with SEO writing.

24 Seven Talent

A company is looking for an Associate Communications Manager to provide support to the PR and Corporate Communications teams.
Position Responsibilities:

Maintain internal development reports and grids
Handle contracts and purchasing for the Communications team
Support dissemination of corporate announcements through email marketing tools

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in the tech, games or entertainment industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
Ability to support dissemination of corporate announcements through email marketing tools
Zynga Inc.

A company is looking for a Director of Content & Editorial for their first party content service.
Key Responsibilities:

Create a differentiated content strategy for Sonos Radio service that drives engagement and builds the service’s brand
Establish the editorial voice for Sonos Radio service
Partner with Artist Relations and Label Relations for partnership opportunities and necessary licensing

Required Qualifications:

Deep understanding of the music industry and streaming platforms
Experience in content development or production in the audio or music space
Expertise in collaboration, setting clear vision, and executing with excellence
Experience managing a team
Ability to manage large budgets and maximize creative output
Sonos, Inc.