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American Furniture Warehouse is looking for a creative, energetic, and experienced Media Producer to work out of its Englewood office. AFW has an in-house studio equipped with the software, hardware, and necessary production equipment in our corporate offices to produce marketing videos for our customers, news media, informational and in-house training videos. Our videos range from 15 seconds to 7 minutes in length. These videos will be distributed to broadcast/OTT media partners, social media channels, used in email marketing, and published on our corporate website and intranet.

The Media Producer will work with the CEO, Marketing Manager, and different internal departments to help develop content. This position requires a proven ability to bring nuanced information to the layperson by producing video and audio content or other digital media products. This individual must possess creative energy and vision to maintain and enhance our brand combined with the motivation and self-sufficiency to complete projects on schedule.

Pay Range: $59,072 – $88,608

Essential Functions

• Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote safety awareness
• Trafficking all TV spots to partner stations (broadcast, Hulu, Premion OTT) via Extreme Reach
• Understand lighting for video, clear understanding of capturing audio, and media codecs
• Lighting – all shoots should be lit to studio high-quality standards. Includes key, back, background, and fill (if needed) lights
• Audio – Monitor microphones and incoming audio during the shoot
• Written Composition – contribute to pre-production through concept, story writing, and storyboarding
• Editing- understanding of Adobe editing software programs including Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Exporting- final products exported to a variety of digital file formats
• Ability to work within a Mac-based environment
• Ability to learn and develop within new web-based environments
• Ability to support the development, planning, and implementation of a digital media strategy to further the visibility and community engagement
• The ability to support the design and delivery of feedback mechanisms to assess the effectiveness and impact of video communication is a plus
• The ability to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, and management across the organization is required
• Ability to generate new ideas and concepts
• Ability to run meetings involving Department Managers and Executives
• Understanding of accessibility and usability issues
• Team player that also works well independently
• Manage and maintain our archive system
• Strong interview skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and teamwork skills

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in video production, mass communications, or related field; equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of experience producing, filming, and editing video and social media projects
• Advanced knowledge Adobe Creative Suite (or industry equivalent) software, including Premiere Pro required; knowledge of graphics design and manipulation (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and audio editing
• Knowledge of other multimedia software (AVID editing systems, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools audio editing) is a plus
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the digital post-production process
• Hands-on knowledge and experience with audio mixers, microphones, and DSLR cameras
• Applicant must provide a link to an online portfolio or attach a PDF portfolio with the application!!!

Physical Requirements

• Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Must be willing to travel locally for offsite projects.

Physical Work Environment

• Long periods of sitting and standing
• Exposure to fluorescent lighting

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, typically Monday through Friday.

American Furniture Warehouse provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

American Furniture Warehouse

Overview

FleishmanHillard, one of the world’s leading communications firms, is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and detail-oriented Video Production intern for their creative department in the heart of downtown Dallas. This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate to get his or her foot in the door in a fast-paced agency setting, meet new people and gain hands-on experience across a variety of industries.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will:

• Be able to identify necessary pre- and post-production steps required to successfully deliver a video project.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage time and resources on a deadline.
• Be able to work independently, while also contributing to a team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to shoot and edit videos.
• Ability to lift/move heavy equipment for video shoots.

Candidate should have familiarity with the following professional video equipment and software:

• DSLR cameras + lens for video and photography (Canon, Sony)
• Deep understanding of lighting (3 point lighting for interviews/small productions)
• Audio recording (Studio/Field recording)
• Proficient with Adobe Suites CC (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition)

*Huge plus if proficient in After Effects and Cinema 4D

This is a paid, full-time internship position. The internship is a four-month commitment. To apply, please submit your resume and a link to your portfolio (a low-res PDF under 5 MB will also work).

About FleishmanHillard

FleishmanHillard is part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group, a division of Omnicom Group Inc., and has more than 85 offices in 30 countries, plus affiliates in 43 countries. Our award-winning agency specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, research and analytics, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. We’ve been named PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a “Standout Agency” on Advertising Age’s A-List; the Human Rights Campaign’s “ Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality; and NAFE’s “Top 50 Companies for Executive Women” for a decade. We’re also more motivated by what we can give than what we receive, with a longstanding worldwide service commitment to support social inclusion in the communities in which we work and live. Visit us at www.fleishmanhillard.com

FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local laws.

Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please call 314-982-6283 or email our careers team.

FleishmanHillard

US Army

Purpose of role

As a member of the Barbarian Creative department you will influence changes in consumer behavior through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media. You will make a difference to digital communications, marketing, advertising and inspire the best global brands.

You will lead the Copywriting team to produce concepts and copy that make a difference to consumers’ behavior and to our client’s brands through ideas, creativity and language. You will provide leadership for Barbarian’s brands, review the work of other ACD’s and Copywriters to ensure the quality of copy and content. You will understand a brand’s look and feel to establish TOV, art direction, style and tone of communication. You will work on projects across several growth clients. You will have line management responsibilities for junior members of the copy department.

Contributing to Barbarian’s Creative values: Innovation, Service, Craft and Thought; you will be excited about being part of our success. You will thrive when faced with new challenges and will constantly strive to improve the way things are done for our clients.

This role reports directly to the CCO.

Benefits of Working at Barbarian:

At Barbarian, we consider our people to be our greatest asset. We have benefits and policies in place to create an inclusive and inspiring environment.

• Unlimited PTO
• Mental health support
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive Parental Leave that gives you time to bond with your family.
• Flexible work set-up, remote and hybrid working is available and encouraged.
• $250 stipend to outfit your remote working space.
• 401k matching, 50% up to the first 3%
• 3% certification, which means we promote and pay everyone equally
• $5,000 employee referral bonus
• Financial incentive for new business introductions

Deliverables (criteria by which success can be measured)

• Deliver and inspire award-winning work from both yourself and others who work with you, influencing where appropriate a dramatic change through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media.
• Consistently deliver a number of successful solutions and high-quality work to clients on time.
• High level internal and external client satisfaction.
• High level of team satisfaction.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Learn new skills and stay abreast of technical and digital design developments and successfully apply these to work practices to help improve processes and procedures.
• Participate in a number of pitches.

Key technical competencies

Creative briefs

Can contribute to development of a well-defined creative brief and any additional briefing documents. Listens and responds to a brief, understanding where/if there are gaps; knows what questions to ask during the briefing session in order to act upon it, and understands how to respond to a brief.

Idea generation

Leads by example to inspire colleagues to create world-class, innovative ideas that deliver successful solutions. Plays an active role in brainstorming or idea generation with all members of Creative team to conceptualize world-class, innovative ideas that deliver successful solutions. Clearly communicates ideas and thoughts.

Copywriting craft skills

Writes compelling, beautifully constructed copy for a variety of clients and audiences, and across a variety of media. Even under pressure and while delivering multiple projects, never compromises quality. Able to write with speed, consistency, accuracy and creative flair. Able to respond positively to feedback from client and re-draft copy (while retaining its impact) to meet their comments. Demonstrates excellent grammar and spelling skills, with minimal amends from proofreading. Signs off copy written by team members. Ensures execution and delivery of high-quality work to clients that is on time and on budget.

Scriptwriting and storyboarding

Able to write scripts for film, animation or moving image content or concepts, and work with designers to produce clear storyboards that communicate an idea. Able to craft voiceover scripts that are fluid, natural. Able to write casting briefs and input into the casting of voiceover or film talent. Able to attend recording sessions and guide voiceover talent on style, amending scripts on the fly if necessary. Able to help designers direct shoots.

Style guide creation and adherence

Able to interpret and follow brand and tone of voice guidelines. If none exist, able to request right information from team in order to receive guidance on tone of voice. Also able to guide both team and client on tone of voice if feedback received directly contradicts guidelines.

New business development

Contributes to ideas and creative work for pitches as well as helping craft copy for any presentations or documents.

Barbarian Creative Competencies

Innovation

Displays an enthusiasm for creating pioneering ideas and is excited by the challenge of moving in new (and potentially more difficult) creative directions. Able to understand the value of analyzing what has worked in the past and applying these learnings to future thinking.

Service

Able to balance specific client demands with project realities and can reliably close the loop on all open issues in a timely manner. Has a strong sense of personal responsibility for their work and that of their teammates and will proactively provide assistance (no matter the situation) to ensure delivery of highest quality work within required timeframes.

Craft

Possesses a strong bias to action and is able to consistently deliver high quality work within required timeframes. Goes the extra mile to ensure deliverables meet the highest standards and strives for creative perfection. Is positive, upbeat and committed to their working life and makes a positive contribution to team morale.

Thought

Has the ability to think issues through before acting and knows when to escalate. Possesses strong listening skills and asks open-ended questions to ensure full understanding. Able to present information effectively via multiple channels and is at ease presenting ideas or solutions in team meetings or the occasional larger group setting.

Qualifications and experience

• Proven experience working as a Creative Director Copy.
• A successful track record of copywriting and concepting, including experience in the digital channel.
• Experience working in a creative/agency environment is advantageous.
• A degree, or similar, in English Language, Advertising Communication or another writing-related course preferred.
• Wide experience of writing scripts for video/film/radio/animation, casting and attending recordings; as well as experience in, and enthusiasm for, a broad range of online or offline copy; including, ad campaigns, HTML/rich media emails, online campaigns, social media content, microsites, websites or mobile.
• Experience of nurturing and growing client relationships.
• Experience contributing to new business development and working with Art teams on new business pitches.
• Exceptional information presentation (visual and written) experience.
• Demonstrated success leading collaborative multi-functional teams, including Project Management, Copywriting and Concepting.
• Considerable experience of European and or Global projects.
• A strong track record in large-scale project planning, including accurate estimation of costs and timing, with limited overruns.
• Extensive experience with all the relevant software packages and hardware, and a working knowledge of emerging platforms.

Barbarian is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce.

Barbarian

Target

Please read instructions below for application details!!

About Sequence:

Sequence is an award-winning, boutique events agency specializing in production, strategic planning, and design. We work with a mix of corporate, media, entertainment, finance, and non-profit clientele and events to produce in-person, hybrid, and virtual galas, launches, conferences, awards shows and beyond. Sequence is headquartered in New York, NY and executes events worldwide. We have been named a Top 50 Event Agency by Special Events Magazine, a Top Virtual Event Solution by BizBash, and a Great Place to Work by Great Place to Work US.

For more information, please visit www.Sequence-Events.com.

About the Position:

• Responsible for project execution according to agency standards within established budgets and timeframes
• Utilize agency tools in conveying all necessary information)
• Successfully participate in the management of project financials
• Establish effective relationships across agency multi-disciplinary teams
• Utilize Sequence resources appropriately and efficiently
• Mentor and manage more junior team members including temporary event staff
• Prepare reports for management and clients, detailing program specifics
• Assist in budget and invoice management
• Work on-site at events & online for virtual endeavors
• Run small projects under the leadership of Senior Producer / Executive leadership
• Contribute to sub-facets of larger initiatives / running independently as part of the team
• Coordinate and manage planning for a wide variety of clients and events
• Source and manage venues and vendors
• Coordinate timelines, schedules and logistics
• Oversee attendee and sponsorship management
• Manage project teams, contractors and event staff
• Create and own necessary production documents
• Develop and maintain budgets
• Sponsor/partner outreach and management
• Liaise with clients and help enhance relationships
• Develop and manage proposals for prospective clients
• Be the most organized person you know
• Participate in creative brainstorms to generate ideas for clients
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Embody agency values

About You:

• 3-4 years of planning/project management experience (agency experience a plus)
• Positive can-do attitude, with no task too big or too small
• Creative, tactical, a problem-solver and a self-starter
• Strong communication skills – both written and oral
• Comfortable working in a team environment, both taking and giving direction
• Hard working, and recognize this business does not have set hours
• Willing to travel
• Incredibly resourceful
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (other computer programming and creative editing software is a plus)
• Excellent computer (Mac preferred) and internet research skills
• Detail oriented and extremely organized
• Ability to successfully multi-task, and take full ownership of small projects

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k, flexible vacation, and a really fun group of people to hang out with every day!

Contact Instructions:

Please submit the following in an email to [email protected] with the subject line: “Associate Producer”

• Cover letter that includes something unique about you and why you want to work at Sequence.
• Portfolio or examples of work (if applicable, not mandatory!)
• An up-to-date resume
• Salary requirements
• Potential start date

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

Sequence is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Sequence Events

SE2, the region’s leading behavior change advertising and communications agency, is hiring a creative director to join its team of Challengers Creating Change®.  

Our Denver-based team is called to change our world for the better by working at the heart of today’s most important and pressing issues. For 24 years, we’ve created meaningful progress on issues like youth mental health, substance use, early childhood education, women’s wellness and environmental issues – to name just a few. The creative director role at SE2 combines creative vision and hands-on management of our creative projects. 

The ideal candidate:

• Must have issues-campaign experience (candidates without this experience will not be considered)
• Wants to go all-in to support our in-house staff and network of creative specialists by turning audience insights into effective creative campaigns that change people’s beliefs and behaviors 
• Experience collaborating with project teams to distill complex issues into simple but effective creative campaigns
• Brings unique lived experience to our work, a deep passion for creative copywriting and design, and is a champion for elevating diverse and inclusive perspectives in the creative field  

SE2 offers generous benefits including: 

• Four weeks of paid time off (PTO) and flex time within the first year 
• Health/vision/dental/disability benefits 
• Hybrid office/work -from -home schedule (SE2 works from the office Tues. & Thurs. only) 
• 401k with partial match, once eligible
• Business development commissions 
• Professional development budget for training 
• Relocation reimbursement (this position requires living in Denver metro)

If a hands-on creative director role at an established and growing agency that is working to positively affect people’s lives excites you, we encourage you to review the full job description here and then submit a resume, and portfolio of your work to [email protected]. 

SE2

Our Boston based marketing agency is looking for a Web/Print Designer for an immediate contract; this role requires 2 days a week in their Downtown Boston office. Projects will consist of working on websites, emails, and video and working closely with another Art Director and the ACD.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize and design print and digital ads, marketing collateral, and creative deliverables–video skills also required. Projects could include marketing emails and newsletters, direct mail, landing pages, and other web-focused creative assets
• Meet with the Creative team to discuss requirements, audience and business needs for assignments
• Highly proficient with digital design software including: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign–experience with video also required so looking for experience with Aftereffects
• Assists with retouching and color correcting
• Take direction and work effectively within tight time constraints and organize, prioritize and handle multiple projects in a fast paced environment
• Assist with photo and video shoots as required
• Use HTML and CSS skills to implement designs and code emails
• Understanding of interaction design, style guides, video production asset delivery and design
• Ability to create/edit animated gif and flash banners
• Knowledge of UI/UX design and web design fundamentals with an understanding of mobile and application design a plus

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years professional experience creating web assets, including web sites, banner advertisements, creative elements such as ‘call to action’ buttons and other digital projects.
• Excellent project management skills: adaptability, time management, meeting objectives and deadlines
• Proficient with digital file prep, production, sizing and cropping
• Attention to detail is a must
• Passionate, collaborative, and positive approach to achieving company growth objectives
• Enjoys working in a fast pace, high-octane environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to current trends in color, design, art, photography and their application to the footwear industry
• Experience in regulated industries such as financial, telecom, or insurance.

Creative Cove Inc.

Do you have a passion for creative marketing? Do you have the vision, talent, and experience to lead and inspire a creative marketing team in the premium e-commerce apparel space? Buttercloth®, makers of “The World’s Most Comfortable Shirts,” appeared on Shark Tank and made a deal with Robert Herjavec. Now one of the fastest-growing men’s fashion brands, Buttercloth is looking for the next superstar to join our creative team.

Launched in just 2017 with a revolutionary fabric for men’s shirts, Buttercloth has dramatically grown both revenue and categories every year. Current collections include Polos, Sweaters, T-Shirts, Jackets, Outerwear, and Underwear – and we are introducing Socks, Shorts, and a Women’s collection next year. If you are looking for a place to join a small passionate group of individuals who are redefining comfort and style in menswear, you are in the right place.

How You Will Make a Difference

● You’ll be creatively responsible for how the brand visually expresses its values, purpose, people, and products.

● You will lead our internal and external team of marketing creatives (graphic and production designers, etc.) from creative strategy to brand-right ideation, and consumer-focused execution.

● You will coach and guide product photography, video, and graphic expressions consistently across the entire Buttercloth e-commerce omnichannel landscape, including both paid and organic social media, email, TV, and direct mail.

● You’ll direct creative storytellers, both internal and external. Take charge of creative strategy, brand narrative, brand experience, and art direction.

● You will successfully lead the internal team and provide accurate direction and goals.

What You Bring

● 3-5 years of creative direction in an agency or brand setting, with a primary focus on digital advertising. Premium men’s apparel is preferred.

● Must have an elevated taste in visuals and messaging appropriate for a premium menswear brand.

● Experience mentoring and managing a creative team’s resources, from finances to team bandwidth and growth.

● Knowledge of how to develop brand identities through multi-channel marketing.

● Strong visual and written communication skills for internal and partner communication.

● The ability to prioritize, focus and problem solve in an entrepreneurial, deadline-driven environment.

● A high level of ownership of responsibilities, forward thinker, always working towards elevating brand opportunities.

● A history of being self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of and leading a team.

Buttercloth

Location: Chattanooga, TN, or remote for up to 9 months.

Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid work environment, subsidized medical, dental & vision insurance, 401k.

Fancy Rhino is a creative agency & sanctuary of creators in scenic Chattanooga. We make branded films, shows and ad campaigns for people who are passionate about their mission. To learn more, visit fancyrhino.com and see our company zine, linked at the end of this page.

We’re seeking an Executive Producer to run project operations alongside CEO Drew Belz. Your mission is to nurture a sustainable ecosystem for creative projects here in Chattanooga.

QUALIFICATIONS

-The EP has weathered at least 5 years of experience as a producer at a creative agency or production company, working with producers and teams to do creative work – especially in film.

-The EP speaks fluently with producers, crew, writers, artists and creators.

-The EP knows production budgeting and stewards money with a keen eye.

-The EP has a mind for artful logistics, solving physical production issues with an eye toward the final creative product.

-The EP is motivated by function, and excels at making systems work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As producer at Fancy, you are here to help creative productions run smoothly, at profit, and with lovely results, working under the CEO. The Executive Producer asks and answers:

1. Who do we call?

-Knows creators, keeps a rolodex warm.

-Sources production partners and line producers

-Curates editors and post crews, coordinates vendors and assets

-Grows our base of talent, crew, creators, and resources

-Negotiates and organizes contracts

-Aligns creative & budget through creative dialog (usually involving food)

2. Where can we save?

-Builds, manages and actualizes project budgets between $50-500k, with the help of producers and our bookkeeper.

-Negotiates vendor, crew, and cast deals

-Handles project bills and invoices with our bookkeeper.

3. How do we schedule creativity?

-Manages team time and flow of work through an even balance of sacred creative space-making and deadline pressure

-Establishes best practices for our process, from briefing through delivery

-Translates needs clearly between creative people

-Creates clear expectations for team and clients through scheduling, call sheets, and gathering people around tables to talk.

>>> APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS <<<

Email your one-page application letter (Doc or PDF) to [email protected]

with SUBJECT: Executive Producer – Your Full Name

We appreciate your interest, and always spend good time considering the talented folks who apply. If your email is sent, we will see it. Due to a volume of applicants, we’ll respond within 14 days only if you’ve made it to the next round: a video interview.

<<< YOUR ONE PAGE APPLICATION LETTER <<<

Dear Kind Person Taking The Time to Write Us,

Here’s the part where you tell us about yourself. Where are you coming from? What good work have you been up to? Your letter can take the form of this letter.

What brings you our way? What interests you about this job? How do your skills and experience make you a great fit for this position, and our team? Tell us your story.

We’d love to see a couple relevant projects from your portfolio with a clear description of your role and impact on the project. Include projects as hyperlinks or attachments, with a description below:

Sample 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv0OAnI7olo – Share context.

Sample 2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wHIRl97Sekxupcy7t_-nuWkUkPzwDJ47 – Share context.

What else do we need to know about you? What are your hobbies?

Who should we call to get a good read on you as a worker?

What salary are you hoping to make?

Include whatever you want in this letter to make your case, just keep it to one page!

Yours truly,

Drew Belz

CEO, Fancy Rhino

<<< MORE ON FANCY RHINO >>>

Our Site: fancyrhino.com

Our Company Zine: drive.google.com/file/d/1wHIRl97Sekxupcy7t_-nuWkUkPzwDJ47

Our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Fancyrhino

Fancy Rhino