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Designsensory
Designsensory is a leading branding, marketing and digital agency. We combine strategy,
content, design and technology to help organizations holistically solve business challenges with
memorable branding, marketing and advertising. Our human-centered, award-winning work has
helped build and grow brands since 2001.
Designsensory seeks qualified candidates for our senior designer role. We are looking for
someone who can work both independently and collaboratively on campaigns. This individual is
able to problem solve while staying mindful of our clients’ goals and balancing that with our
dedication to craft.
The ideal applicant must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be
dependable, responsible and professional in manner and appearance. The ideal applicant is
organized, detail-oriented, highly motivated and possesses an ability to work under pressure.
Objectives of this role
- Lead and review the work of the creative teams on your assigned accounts; across digital, print, video and web
- Spearhead and manage strategy for both small and large projects, harnessing branding, copy, art, and technology
- Collaborate with strategy and other departments in developing marketing plans, analyzing results, and identifying opportunities
- Develop creative campaigns that translate objectives across business units into clear and motivating creative strategies
- Analyze market trends, consumer needs, and the competitor landscape and craft actionable creative solutions
Responsibilities
- Based on accounts/projects, lead a team of graphic designers and copywriters in the strategic development of deliverables
- Guide full account team toward strategic and brand direction
- Prioritize work and resources across engagements, based on short- and long-term needs, and guide schedules by collaborating with designers, copywriters, and productionÂ
- Conduct brainstorming sessions with creative team, maintaining strategic thinking to develop innovative and actionable initiatives within budget
- Review and approve content developed by the team, ensuring that deliverables address goals and challengesÂ
- Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for sophisticated audiences
- Create, collaborate on, and oversee final concepts, as well as present work to clients; address feedback and approval
Required skills and qualifications
- Ten years of experience in a design or copy-intensive role, with at least 1 years as a Creative Director in an agency or corporate setting
- Design or art direction experience preferred; Copy background must display top-level visual acumen
- Experience in creating creative/advertising campaigns — from developing the vision and messaging platform to overseeing production on time and within budget
- Experience in creating integrated content across all marketing channels: digital, social media, paid media, mobile, offline, and print
- Proven ability to develop successful integrated concepts
- Proficiency in leading a team of diverse, talented creatives
- Strong creative vision, with an eye on business objectives
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in marketing or business
- Experience in project management, with a focus on creative direction
Designsensory
Designsensory
Designsensory is a leading branding, marketing and digital agency. We combine strategy,
content, design and technology to help organizations holistically solve business challenges with
memorable branding, marketing and advertising. Our human-centered, award-winning work has
helped build and grow brands since 2001.
Designsensory seeks qualified candidates for our senior designer role. We are looking for
someone who can work both independently and collaboratively on campaigns. This individual is
able to problem solve while staying mindful of our clients’ goals and balancing that with our
dedication to craft.
The ideal applicant must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be
dependable, responsible and professional in manner and appearance. The ideal applicant is
organized, detail-oriented, highly motivated and possesses an ability to work under pressure.
Objectives of this role
- Lead and review the work of the creative teams on your assigned accounts; across digital, print, video and web
- Spearhead and manage strategy for both small and large projects, harnessing branding, copy, art, and technology
- Collaborate with strategy and other departments in developing marketing plans, analyzing results, and identifying opportunities
- Develop creative campaigns that translate objectives across business units into clear and motivating creative strategies
- Analyze market trends, consumer needs, and the competitor landscape and craft actionable creative solutions
Responsibilities
- Based on accounts/projects, lead a team of graphic designers and copywriters in the strategic development of deliverables
- Guide full account team toward strategic and brand direction
- Prioritize work and resources across engagements, based on short- and long-term needs, and guide schedules by collaborating with designers, copywriters, and productionÂ
- Conduct brainstorming sessions with creative team, maintaining strategic thinking to develop innovative and actionable initiatives within budget
- Review and approve content developed by the team, ensuring that deliverables address goals and challengesÂ
- Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for sophisticated audiences
- Create, collaborate on, and oversee final concepts, as well as present work to clients; address feedback and approval
Required skills and qualifications
- Ten years of experience in a design or copy-intensive role, with at least 1 years as a Creative Director in an agency or corporate setting
- Design or art direction experience preferred; Copy background must display top-level visual acumen
- Experience in creating creative/advertising campaigns — from developing the vision and messaging platform to overseeing production on time and within budget
- Experience in creating integrated content across all marketing channels: digital, social media, paid media, mobile, offline, and print
- Proven ability to develop successful integrated concepts
- Proficiency in leading a team of diverse, talented creatives
- Strong creative vision, with an eye on business objectives
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in marketing or business
- Experience in project management, with a focus on creative direction
Designsensory
The YoJo Show is now seeking additional on-stage talent for their kids’ educational comedy performances.
We are interested in adult performers to serve as the show hosts (actors). Starting day rates vary from $120 – $380+ depending on work-load. Additionally, we also compensate for travel outside of the local Baltimore/DC region.
For more information about the show, check out: www.YoJo.com, or “The YoJo Show” on Facebook.
This is a part time job for professional actors that has been in existence for over 23 years. We have had performers stay on board with this production for many years … even decades!
Sounds like a potential good fit for you?
Email ???? [email protected] to receive instant information and an application link.
Audition dates TBA.
BREAK. A. LEG. ???? (figuratively speaking please)
Bromley Productions
ProspectBlue is searching for a Collection Manager on behalf of a fantastic client located in Richmond, VA!
As the Collections Manager, your role will be to oversee the process of collecting unpaid invoices for the company. You will be responsible for assigning professionals to the task and handling customer complaints. You will also be negotiating payment arrangements with customers and providing statistics, data analysis, and progress reports for the collection department. Proficiency in Excel is a necessary skill for this position.
This department has a high workload with multiple invoices monthly. The candidate should be skilled in multitasking and efficient work.
ProspectBlue
Due to the exciting growth of our business, BODEN, an award-winning, independent, and minority-owned Hispanic communications powerhouse is looking for a Creative Director to join us and lead our Creative team.
BODEN helps brands future-proof their businesses as multicultural storytelling takes greater prominence, cultural lines blur and authentic narratives that reflect the Hispanic community are more relevant to mainstream audiences than ever before. This approach has drawn the attention of some of the most iconic brands in the world. We are proud to have been named a 3-times 2023 Agency of the Year and one of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work, a testament to our unique, inclusive, and culturally rich environment that celebrates everyone’s diverse perspectives.
The VP Creative Director will be responsible for generating award-winning campaigns and setting the highest standards of creative excellence across the agency. This strategic thinker translates marketing objectives into unexpected, problem-solving ideas that drive impact, and sells them with passion. The Creative Director partners with the account leads to manage client relationships and raise the creative bar across all accounts.
Responsibilities
- Sets the creative standards for BODEN and inspires all account teams to strive for award-winning creative excellence
- Works with cross-functional teams proactively and reactively to develop earned-first creative ideas – delivering headline-worthy campaigns that drive impact
- Presents strategic insights and creative ideas passionately and with confidence to current and prospective clients
- Conducts necessary supplemental industry and brand research and brings outside-in trend spotting to the table to support and refine strategic development
- Joins client meetings for ongoing projects / team briefings
- Runs planning and brainstorming sessions internally and externally with clients
- Supports new business efforts including RFIs/RFPs
- Is accountable for creative oversight across all of BODEN’s major accounts and through all project phases, juggling various briefs at once and meeting multiple deadlines
- Works closely with the CEO and President on BODEN’s brand to ensure all marketing and pitch materials convey our business value and mission
Qualifications
- 10+ years of relevant agency experience in creative campaign development
- A portfolio that will WOW us with creative that drives national headlines
- Bachelor’s degree in creative writing, marketing, PR, journalism, or a related field
- Exceptional presentation skills
- Strong management and leadership skills
- Digital fluency
- Excellent project management skills. Ability to complete projects within assigned deadlines and budget
- Comfortable navigating complex situations and projects with a solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work under pressure and on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
BODEN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BODEN Agency
Senior Art Director, Global Creative Lab New York (at Fast Retailing)
Overview
Global Creative Lab New York is a growing, influential group at UNIQLO/Fast Retailing whose mission is to elevate the UNIQLO brand by helping the company bring the best possible experiences to the greatest number of people around the world through creativity. This concept is inseparable from LifeWear, the UNIQLO core philosophy of producing the most thoughtful and highest quality apparel for everyone. LifeWear is made for all.
On the day to day, we have a voracious appetite for developing our best thinking, executing ideas at the highest level, and staying connected to the people, art, design, and culture all over the globe. We work on high-profile creative initiatives like fashion collaborations, global brand campaigns, ambassador partnerships, and many other special projects. We also assist our marketing departments with creative services like in-store print materials, motion graphics, social media designs, product design proposals, and many others. No matter the size and scope of the project, we believe that through creative excellence and innovation, we will continue to grow the business and evolve the UNIQLO brand well into the future.
The Position
The Senior Art Director is a visionary, coach, and workhorse in one crucial role. Working directly with the Associate Creative Directors, you will be responsible for bringing high-level ideas to life through thoughtful research, impeccable design, cultural savvy, and clear, persuasive storytelling.
Visionary. As an experienced creative, you are a highly trained problem solver. You know how to take a creative brief and run with it. You ask the right questions, have an efficient creative process, and can easily identify the path to getting the best work. You are in tune with the culture around you and can pull from your experiences to inform original ideas. You have a keen eye for talent, taste, and have worked with the best.
Coach. Your interpersonal skills are outstanding. You are a creative leader, and you have the work and network to show for it. You are highly collaborative—you lead by example and know how to get the best work from those around you. At times, you will be client-facing, so building trust with colleagues through patience, respect, and professionalism are essential. You are humble yet assertive. You are constructive in the face of conflict and productive in the face of urgency.
Workhorse. Above all, you are a maker at heart. You developed your career as a designer so your tools, techniques, and skillset are second nature. You work very fast, efficiently, and with stellar attention to detail. You know when to delegate to others, but also when to step in and take projects over the finish line when needed. You always push for the best creativity, yet are always open to other points-of-view.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to lead and take ownership of a variety of projects under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrates flexibility and patience with colleagues, both internal and external.
- Leads creative concept development through visual research, mockups, and storytelling.
- Leads on-set art direction of photo and video shoots by collaborating with photographers, stylists, creative directors and other members of the creative team.
- Ability to travel for photo shoots and meetings when needed.
- Oversees post-production processes like retouching, video editing, designing layouts and preparing toolkits for global distribution.
- Collaborates in a team environment and is respectful of the company culture.
- Can quickly respond and adapt to creative feedback and requests.
- Embodies a positive mindset and enthusiasm to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
- Highly organized with a high attention to detail.
- Accepts project accountability as a lead creative.
- Flexible to accommodate international timezones on occasion to meet business need.
- Liaise with third party providers and agencies when needed.
- Manages and mentors art directors and designers to help their career path.
- Manages project work streams and deliverables.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience; preferably at a creative agency or in-house brand.
- A diverse portfolio that shows a range of advertising, digital, and print work.
- Expert knowledge of art direction, photography, film, graphic design, typography and the full Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Salary: $80 – $100 per hour
To apply for this position: Apply directly through LinkedIn.
*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA LLC does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
UNIQLO
We are looking for a talented Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Culture (DEIC) Director to join our Global DEIC team specializing in Culture and Change Strategy in support of our vision to win with the power of difference.
This role will be designated Hybrid and will require frequent onsite presence. The selected candidate will ideally be located near our Indianapolis/Columbus, IN, Atlanta, GA, Nashville, TN, Fridley, MN or Detroit, MI offices.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
· Lead culture strategy and change efforts to enable a diverse, accessible, equitable and inclusive culture.
· Translate strategy into equitable business practices, policies, and programs that enable systemic change.
· Pivot as needed to ensure high alignment between strategy and interventions while considering the cultural context.
· Provide strategic/expert thought partnership related to specific dimension of diversity including research, strategy, and critical enabler identification.
· Ensure high alignment with human resource business partners to identify and assess DEIC efforts at the system/organization-wide level; recommend and design systemic intervention broadly and for specific dimensions of diversity.
· Thought partner using quantitative data with Talent Analytics to define leading and lagging indicators and incentives for successful change; demonstrate agility and adjust to changing business and DEIC landscape.
· Engage ERGs leaders and executive sponsors to participate in and align on DEIC strategy
· Secure senior leadership sponsorship of strategies and focus areas; keep business leadership apprised of progress.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Values differences – Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Vulnerably and authentically shares their DEI journey and encourages self-exploration from others. Uses their power, voice, and courage to intervene to remove inequity, address barriers, increase access, and drive change for positive impact. Anticipates and addresses the impact of differences, resistance, and unsupportive behaviors on the needs, values, and motivators within groups and systems.
Change Management – Applies evidence-based change management methodologies in a structured process with deep capability to leverage a variety of tools for engaging individuals and organizations through change to achieve and sustain business results and outcomes.
Cultural Agility – Leverages multiple cultural frameworks, values, and norms; Adapts style in order to be effective across cultures; Recognizes and addresses one’s privileges, biases, and cultural preferences; Commits to continuous learning and improvement in diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competence; Seeks and utilizes feedback from diverse sources.
Data Analytics – Discovers, interprets and communicates qualitative and quantitative data; determines conclusions relying on knowledge of business or functional frameworks; simultaneously applies statistics, data validity, data visualization, and problem solving approaches to effectively extract meaningful patterns and business insights; presents conclusions and outcomes that enable data driven business decisions.
Human Resources Consulting – Collaborates with partners to observe the environment and apply sound judgement informed by knowledge, skills, and experiences to identify and optimize opportunities to provide holistic solutions, while balancing the needs of stakeholders, primarily employees, with those of the organization.
Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Courage – Steps up to address difficult issues, says what needs to be said.
Global perspective – Takes a broad view when approaching issues, uses a global lens.
Organizational savvy – Maneuvers comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
Demonstrates self-awareness – Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Communicates effectively – Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Education/Experience
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Organization Development, Business, or related field or equivalent experience required.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Certification preferred.
- Change Management certification a plus
- Significant experience required including leadership and budgetary experience.
- Lead the development, implementation, sustainability and measurement of Global Culture and Listening Strategy and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Culture Strategies related to US Dimensions of Diversity (Racial, ethnic, and country of origin).
- Large scale system change management.
Cummins Inc.
Clubhouse Manager
Related Titles: Food and Beverage Director; Food and Beverage Manager; Food and Service Manager; Dining Services and Beverage Director (Manager); Food Manager; Maitre d’ Hotel; Food and Beverage Services Director
Reports to: General Manager
Supervises: Executive Chef; Assistant Clubhouse Managers (2); Housekeeping Manager;
Classification: Full Time Exempt
Education and/or Experience
· Four-year college or university degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts preferred.
· Eight years or more as a food and beverage manager with four of those years in a similar position in a club and or fine dining situation.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
· Food and beverage cost controls and operating procedures.
· Accounting.
· Menu design.
· Marketing and promotions.
· Wine, spirits and bar operations.
· Point-of-sales systems.
· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
· Polished, professional appearance and presentation.
· Manage stress and time.
· Build a team, train, and maintain employee teams.
· Effective communication through all department levels and throughout club.
· Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
Job Summary (Essential Functions)
Responsible for club’s dining services and all food and beverage production throughout the club. Directly supervises the Executive Chef, Assistant Clubhouse Managers, Housekeeping Manager and managers of all other outlets such as pool Grill operation. Plans, implements and monitors departmental budgets. Hires, trains and supervises subordinates and applies relevant marketing principles to assure that the wants and needs of club members and guests are consistently exceeded.
Job Tasks/Duties
· Develops an operating budget for food and beverage department; monitors and takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budgeted sales and cost goals are attained.
· Develops a capital budget for all necessary food and beverage equipment and recommends facility renovation needs.
· Ensures that adequate cash procedures are followed and that documentation is reported in an accurate and timely manner.
· Manages the department’s long-range staffing needs.
· Assists in recruitment, training, supervision and termination of food and beverage staff.
· Helps plan and approves the organizational chart and staffing and scheduling plans.
· Assures that effective orientation and training for new staff and professional development activities for experienced staff are planned and implemented.
· Monitors employee records to minimize overtime and keep labor costs within budget.
· Assures that all standard operating procedures for revenue and cost control are in place and consistently followed.
· Assures that all applicable club policies and procedures are followed.
· Helps plan and approves external and internal marketing and sales promotion activities for the
department’s outlets and special club events.
· Approves menu items, pricing, and menu designs for all outlets, special events and banquet events.
· Establishes quantity and quality output standards for personnel in all positions within the department.
· Ensures all legal requirements are consistently followed, including wage/ hour and federal, state or local laws for food safety and the sale/consumption of alcoholic beverages.
· Ensure all energy management, preventive maintenance and other standards are consistently met.
· Ensures that all new employees receive the appropriate safety instructions and training; establishes and enforces all safety policies and procedures including OSHA regulations and ensures that appropriate proof of training is documented to the employees’ personnel files.
· Researches new products and evaluates their cost and profit benefits.
· Monitors purchasing and receiving procedures to ensure proper quantity, quality and price for all purchases.
· Reviews new techniques for food preparation and presentation to maximize member and guest satisfaction and minimize food costs.
· Consults daily with the Executive Chef, Catering Director and other club administrators to help assure the highest level of member satisfaction at minimum cost.
· Greets guests and oversees actual service on a routine, random basis.
· Helps develop wine lists and wine sales promotion programs.
· Establishes, updates and maintains all written standards and procedures for the department as needed.
· Addresses member and guest complaints and advises the General Manager about appropriate corrective actions taken.
· Serves as an ad hoc member of House Committee.
· Monitors appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities.
· Monitors employee dress codes according to policies and procedures.
· Approves all product invoices before submitting to the Accounting Department.
· Monitors or manages physical inventory verification and provides updated information to
the Accounting Department.
· Responsible for the proper accounting and reconciliation of the point-of-sale and member revenues.
· Maintains records of special events, house counts, food covers and daily business volumes.
· Ensures that an accurate reservation system is in place.
· Audits and approves weekly payroll.
· Approves all entertainment.
· Responsible for long-range planning for the department in concert with the club’s planning process.
· Establishes and maintains professional business relations with vendors.
· Works with the club’s Controller to identify and develop operating reports and for ongoing control of the department.
· Recommends operating hours for all food and beverage outlets.
· Serves as manager-on-duty on a scheduled basis.
· Ensure timely correspondence with all catering guests including inquiry, follow-up, contracts, billings and thank-you letters.
· Complete periodic china, glass, and silverware inventories.
· Implement and monitor sanitation and cleaning schedules.
· Completes other appropriate assignments from the General Manager.
Licenses and Special Requirements
· Food safety certification. (ServSafe)
· Alcoholic beverage certification.(Tips)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch
- and twist or reach.
- Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
· Continuous repetitive motions.
· Work in hot, humid and noisy environment.
Westwood Club
Onward Search needs a hands-on Creative Director for a multinational renowned technology company.
As Creative Director, you’ll join the company’s global marketing communications team and be responsible for guiding the creative development for all marketing materials and brand elements.
This is a 6-month opportunity with potential of extending further. This is a hybrid role that will require 3 days per week onsite in Culver City, CA.
To learn more about this Creative Director opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!
As an Creative Director you’ll:
– Manage the development of key art, including building and organizing key art presentations for upper management
– Guide the creative direction for promotional materials, including concept development, creative direction, and tactical executions
– Oversee and manage creative agency vendor relationships
– Play a key role in creative brainstorming on a wide-range of campaigns across marketing and product
– Oversee creative budgets and timelines
Skills and experience:
– Bachelor’s degree preferred
– More than 8 years of creative design and direction experience with an emphasis in entertainment
– More than 5 years of experience leading a creative team
– Proficiency within Adobe Creative Suite and Apple Keynote
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
– Experience with digital, social, AV, and print advertising formats and design best practices
– Experience working with global teams is a plus!
To learn more about this Creative Director opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!
What’s in our benefits packages:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k Program
- Commuter Benefit
- eLearning
- Education Reimbursement
- Ongoing Training & Development
- *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
At Onward Search, our job is to find you dream jobs.
We are creatives, marketers and digital wizards who use our talents to connect talented people with the nation’s leading brands. And our relationship won’t end with your start date.
More than recruiters, we are your advocates, advisors, and employers of record. We pay weekly, make sure your needs are met, and measure our success by yours. Join us.
DE&I is not just our promise, it’s our passion.
Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment regarding race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
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Casting Call: Senior Bachelors for “The Golden Bachelorette” Reality Series
Job Description: “The Golden Bachelorette,” a new heartwarming and inspiring reality series from the producers of “The Bachelor,” is seeking charming, sophisticated, and adventurous senior men ready to find love! We invite you to become part of a groundbreaking television series that celebrates romance at any age. This is an opportunity for gentlemen who are genuinely looking to make a connection and are open to the excitement and possibilities of a televised journey to love.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in various dating activities and events as scheduled by the production team.
- Engage with the bachelorette and other contestants in a respectful and honest manner.
- Be available for filming on dates specified by the production schedule, which may include travel to various locations.
- Openly share your feelings, experiences, and personal story on camera.
- Adhere to all show guidelines and production company policies.
Requirements:
- Single men, aged 65 and older.
- Must be willing to openly discuss personal life and feelings on camera.
- Comfortable with various activities that may include light physical challenges, travel, and on-camera interviews.
- Flexible schedule allowing for the production period, including potential travel away from home.
- No prior acting or television experience required, but must be comfortable on camera.
- Must pass a background check and a basic health screening.
Compensation Details:
- A stipend will be provided for your time and participation in the series.