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Sage Hospitality Group

March 14, 2023

$$$

People & Culture Manager

Texas United States

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Job Overview

Create a work environment that allows for personal growth and development for all associates, encourages an empowered and engaged workforce while supporting the Sage values. Ensure prompt and appropriate response to conflict management. Evaluate and support proper staffing levels and positions to ensure the success of the hotel.

Coordinate, administer and report on various human resource programs, system and procedure to aid in the attraction, retention and motivation of employees in accordance with policies, procedures and government laws and regulations while promoting a safe, fair, positive work environment. The position is responsible for recruiting and hiring primarily hourly employees and daily administration of various salary, benefit, government and employee relations programs. Recommends and implements procedural/process changes.

Responsibilities

Recruit, screen, interview, perform reference checks and coordinate department interviews for hourly candidates while maintaining the applicant flow logs to ensure quality hires and compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Position the hotel as the “preferred employer” in the area by maintaining strong community relations with referral agencies to maintain strong applicant flow.
Coordinate and conduct associate orientation to introduce the associate to the hotel/company and ensure the appropriate information is disseminated and the appropriate forms are completed and processed: may include but not limited to, new hire forms, tax forms, benefit enroll forms, I-9 forms and an overview to the company handbook and employee policies.
Communicate, educate and administer the associate benefit program in a timely, accurate manner.
Assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of various associate relations programs and events to ensure consistent administration and reduction of turnover.
Provide open communications and promote a positive and pro-employee work environment.
Bring all sensitive associate related information to the attention of the DHR in all instances to limit liability.
Prepare/monitor Payroll Action Forms & input/update ADP new hires, terms and daily changes to ensure accurate, up-to-date information is available for payroll and management.
Process forms and respond to written and oral inquiries regarding verification of employment, wages, unemployment compensation and worker’s compensation claims, in a manner which is consistent and ensure that liability is minimized.
Maintain employee records, files and the human resource office systems.
Compile various corporate reports and property reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with corporate policies and procedures as well as government laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Four year college degree or equivalent/education experience.

Experience

Experience is required with this company or other organization(s) for one to two years in hotel, human resources or related position.

Knowledge/Skills

Must have moderate PC knowledge, Microsoft Office, minimum typing speed of 45 wpm.

Ability to write and communicate professionally, bi-lingual fluency a plus.
Must be hospitality oriented, and possess the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. May require supervision/management skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying -5% annually requires moving of supplies, files, transporting training materials, lifting binders on a regular basis.
Bending/kneeling -5% daily would require entering lower drawers of filing cabinets that require bending, as needed to remove debris from floor to maintain a safe work area.
Mobility -30% of day spent around the hotel maintaining employee relations, accessing copier, fax, maneuvering around the busy HR office.
Continuous standing -only when conducting training usually 4 hour maximum -average once a month.
Excellent hearing required to hear employee concerns, conduct interviews, phone work.
Excellent vision required to review documentation, judge appearance, read applications, file records.
Excellent speech communication skills required to conduct interviews, counseling sessions, phone work.
Excellent comprehension and literacy required to review and prepare documentation.

Environment

95% indoor office environment

Sage Hospitality Group

Zynga

March 14, 2023

$$$

Creative Director

Austin Texas

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Zynga is looking for an experienced Creative Director to work on one of our existing popular mobile games. This role leads and participates in direct design and creative input on content and system design in the game.

Main Responsibilities

Own, drive, and communicate the vision for the game
Lead a grow a team of designers
Create, model, and tune sophisticated systems and economies
Design and balance game pinches, inflows and outflows
Work closely with all team members to design and prototype new gameplay and systems
Create and improve tools to make the design pipeline faster and more efficient for the team
Be the advocate of good design practices across the studio
Create or adapt leading game features to work with an existing game
Pitch new ideas to the team/ lead brainstorming sessions
Analyze real-time feedback and metrics, and adjust game designs accordingly while maintaining a live game economy
Work with product managers, developers and artists to lead all aspects of the implementation of new features and systems
Write user experience stories and create wireframe screens and flows
Remain up-to-date with Game Design literature and standard methodologies to be an evangelist for the craft of Game Design

Desired Skills And Experience

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Expert with math, levels, and formulas in game environment
Possesses an extensive knowledge of games and strategies
Solid knowledge of game balancing and pacing
Translates direct consumer insights, market data, and analysis into creative design solutions
Passionate gamer
2+ shipped games

What we offer you:

Competitive salary and generous bonus plan
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
401K Company Match Contribution
Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits
Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
Family planning support program
Generous paid maternity/parental leave
Subsidized Back-up child care
Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
Flexible working hours on many teams
Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!

We will consider all qualified job-seekers with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities in order to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at AccommodationRequest@zynga.com to request an accommodation associated with your application for an open position.

Zynga does not engage in financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process. We do not conduct job interviews over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp or others. We will never ask you for your personal or financial information over unofficial chat channels. Our in-house recruitment team only contacts individuals via official company email addresses (i.e., via a zynga.com or naturalmotion.com email domain).

If you believe you have been the victim of a scam, you may wish to contact the authorities. In the United States, you may file a complaint with the FBI. More information is available here: https://www.ic3.gov.

Careers Category: Art & Animation

Careers location: Austin, TX, Bay Area, CA, Carlsbad, CA, Chicago, IL, Eugene, OR, Toronto, Canada

Connected Worker Type: Connected, Onsite

Requisition Id: P212618

Zynga

Zynga

March 14, 2023

$$$

Creative Director – Blockchain Gaming

Austin Texas

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Zynga is looking for a Creative Director to lead visual direction and creative development process for our Blockchain team. Our mission within Zynga Blockchain Games is player agency and empowerment. Our goal is to create fun and enduring experiences players will enjoy, trust and value. If you want to help shape the future of gaming with a world-class team, we look forward to hearing from you.

As Creative Director, you will conjure worlds, develop stories and ensure what we bring to market is stunning, memorable and brand worthy. You will work closely with every facet of the team including Product Management, Design, Engineering, Production and executive leadership. You will oversee, foster and protect the product vision through your creative lens. Help us bring a high quality games portfolio to life while ensuring needs are met on time and to schedule without sacrificing quality, and are delivered in support of design and technical requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career working for a top company in the mobile sector. Are you ready to be a key contributor to Zynga’s Growth? Come and join us!

Responsibilities:

Establish and drive a creative culture that engages world class talent, maximizes team potential, and encourages proactive cross-discipline collaboration to deliver the best possible games
Build IP and products with a talented and collaborative team by crafting stories, experiences, and worlds that resonate with the most passionate members of the crypto community
Take an active, hands-on role in developing, maintaining, and refining story, narrative, and worldbuilding
Conceptualize mockups and draft presentations for game pitches
Balance direction and hands-on development of creative assets and ensure high-quality execution of all deliverables
Contribute to studio-level planning for new products
Identify inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement within the creative process
Lead inter-department communications as they relate to creative direction, and help to drive delivery of our games

Desired Skills:

You have brought world class gaming and/or animated content to life as creative director
Web3 knowledge, passion and experience
Expertise in arts/design and HTML5 experiences
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to work across varied creative styles
Collaborative and open minded, curious and not afraid to push boundaries and explore
Proven to be flexible, highly motivated and approachable
Deep understanding of how to connect a game vision with product execution across gameplay, UX, narrative and brand positioning/marketing
Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with a strong attention to detail
Familiar with game pipelines and their restrictions
A passion for creating games and engaging with the crypto community

What we offer you:

Competitive salary and generous bonus plan
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
401K Company Match Contribution
Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits
Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
Family planning support program
Generous paid maternity/parental leave
Subsidized Back-up child care
Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
Flexible working hours on many teams
Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $150,000 and $200,000 per year.

The pay range for this position in New York City at the start of employment is expected to be between $140,000 and $210,00 per year.

However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!

We will consider all qualified job-seekers with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

Careers Category: Art & Animation

Careers location: Austin, TX, Bay Area, CA, Carlsbad, CA, Chicago, IL, Eugene, OR, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Toronto, Canada

Connected Worker Type: Connected, Onsite, Offsite

Requisition Id: P212086

Zynga

Louder with Crowder

March 14, 2023

$$$

Creative Video Director

Texas United States

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Overview and Responsibilities:

Louder with Crowder is looking for a Video Director who is responsible for translating Steven’s vision from the script to the screen. The perfect candidate will use their mastery of mise-en-scene and editing to establish comedic tone, style, and rhythm for all Louder with Crowder pre-filmed sketches, opens, commercials, and music videos. This includes:

Directing actors
Cinematography and Gaffing
Staging props and other production design elements
Editing
Sound Recording and Design
VFX compositing and editing
Motion graphics

The Creative Director dual reports to the Unit Production Manager and the Post-Production Supervisor, who will initiate projects and set deadlines.

Fundamentals:

Black Magic Cinema Camera
SONY F-Series
Lighting Soundstage/On-Location
Lighting for compositing
Adobe Creative Suite
YouTube Studio
Deep interest in news and current events
Social media savvy
You can work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, and weekends as needed. The workday starts early, and news is always happening, and you thrive in being in the daily media cycle.

Work Experience:

3+ years directing and producing content
Experience leading a crew
Experience working in advertising a plus
Experience working with high-profile talent a plus

Louder with Crowder

First Methodist Carrollton

March 14, 2023

$$$

Director of Worship, Music, and Arts

Carrollton Texas

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POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a full-time Director of Worship, Music, and Arts who will further First Methodist Carrollton’s vision of filling every neighborhood with the Good News of God’s love through developing and facilitating dynamic, inspiring, engaging and energetic worship experiences.

Worship is more than just great music and stage presence; worship is an experience; it is an expression of our recognition for who God is and a thankfulness for His goodness. We are looking for someone who can bring great energy to our worship experience and lead the congregation in excellent modern worship while honoring tradition, incorporating the worship team, instrumentals, choir and other art forms.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

Has proficiency in both singing and playing the piano, with the ability to lead the congregation and worship team while playing, including the verbal and musical ability to segue between songs and provide musical interludes as appropriate for the uninterrupted flow of worship.
Is fluent in instrumental and choral music as well as leading modern worship.
Understands and appreciates both traditional and contemporary music and worship styles.
Has the ability to recruit, train, empower and lead a team of both volunteer and paid musicians.
Is passionate about Jesus and places a high value of excellence in worship.
Is organized and manages time effectively.
Exhibits a spirit of cooperation and teamwork among the worship team, including but not limited to vocalists, instrumentalists and the adult choir.
Is experienced as a strong communicator verbally, in writing, and in listening skills.
Is future focused and innovative, introducing unique ways for worship to be experienced.
Is ready and willing to become invested in this church as your church home.
Has proficiency in multi-track layering enhancement software such as MainStage.
Holds a bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferably music, with experience as a worship leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve and support the vision, mission and strategic plan of the church.
Work in collaboration with pastoral and worship staff to plan and cast a vision for weekly and special worship service experiences.
Develop and implement processes and policies that encourage excellence in Worship.
Create, plan, coordinate and lead all music for weekly and special worship service experiences.
Ability to build, inspire and lead a team of volunteer and paid band musicians and vocalists, along with an adult choir.
Ability to build a strong and cohesive team with the Communications and Production Directors.
Oversee and manage the Music & Arts budget.

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week requiring flexibility in schedule to meet requirements. Evening and weekend hours required.

To apply, send cover letter, resume and any worship leading samples to jmagill@firstchurch.net

First Methodist Carrollton

LendingPoint

March 14, 2023

$$$

Collections Manager

Texas United States

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This position can work a hybrid schedule based out of the greater Dallas, TX, or Atlanta, GA area.

At LendingPoint, we believe that everyone deserves to feel the power of possibilities. As an online fintech company, we’ve created advanced consumer, small business, and merchant point-of-sale lending solutions to unlock access to affordable loans and empower those working to build their financial potential. By creating technology that sees your potential, we’re driving a better lending and borrowing experience by finding more reasons to say “yes.”

More than just a job, LendingPoint is an exciting career choice where you’ll bring your expertise and experience to a talented team focused on fostering positive new customer experiences that inspire loyalty.

Are we speaking about you? Then keep reading.

What’s In It For You?

Competitive Base Salary
Excellent Benefits Package That Includes: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Holidays, and more!
Team Oriented Fast-Paced Fun Environment
Dedicated and experienced Management Team
On-going training and investment in our employees

What You’ll Do Day to Day:

Supervises the daily activities of collectors assigned to his or her group. Responsible for reporting and performance metrics, employee coaching and development, delivering corrective actions, and serving as an integral part of business strategy. The Collections Manager also ensures that the Collectors are meeting production goals and complying with company standards as well as federal/state/local collection laws.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Manage day-to-day collector work processes and results to established service levels – Drive revenue generation results.
Meet with designated collection team to review accounts and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures. Provide them with tools needed to work their account portfolio which includes training, providing reports, and guiding changes in collection approach on accounts.
Provide weekly documented collector performance feedback/coaching to ensure sustainable improvement.
Monitor and provide support to ensure company policies, procedures, quality and compliance are being applied. This includes call listening and monitoring employees on the floor.
Assess strengths and development needs of employees including timely and specific feedback and performance management.
Provide coaching to employees towards meeting performance metrics. Motivate and develop employees to ensure individual and team performance expectations are met.
Write and administer effective formal performance coaching and discipline including corrective actions and provide employee terminations recommendations, if needed.
Effectively communicate expectations and consequences, as directed by management.
Identify areas of training for existing employees and ensure that this is complete.
Ensure work coverage for the designated collections team, including scheduling, and attendance management.
Monitor floor activity and outbound/inbound calls to assist employees/ customers.
Identify, analyze, resolve, and escalate concerns (employee, system, and customer), as needed, and provide guidance to collectors for resolution.
Act as the primary escalation point and resolves and addresses issues within established guidelines.
Diffuse and take over escalated calls while demonstrating the ability to find amicable resolutions with the customer.
Participate in interviews and recommend talented candidates for hire to maintain a dedicated, high performing workforce.
Meet defined performance objectives and goals.
Place direct phone calls and E-mails to customers that are past due.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Availability to work weekends.
Must be able to work a Flexible schedule.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years previous management experience in a call center atmosphere
5+ years previous experience in Call Center/Collection environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office for Windows (Outlook, Word, and Excel) is required.
Well versed with FDCPA guidelines and other federal/state/local laws and regulations pertaining to debt collections.
Self-motivated and work independently to manage workflow, deadlines, and reporting
This position requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adjust and interact with all levels of personnel
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and responsibilities for both themselves and their collection team
Ability to easily establish rapport and credibility with a variety of customers, coworkers, management, etc.

LendingPoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LendingPoint

RedSail Technologies, LLC

March 14, 2023

$$$

Creative Director

Irving Texas

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