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Duration: 6-Month Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)

• We’re seeking to grow this into a permanent full-time opportunity.

Anticipated Start Date: October 2022

Location: At 1dea’s office* at 348 Bagot St., Unit 203, Kingston, ON

*working remotely or hybrid arrangements may occur, contingent on provincial COVID-19 guidelines

Application Deadline: September 19, 2022

1dea Design + Media Inc. (pronounced “one idea”) is a Kingston, ON based marketing/creative agency specializing in visual brand identities, conversion-driven websites and custom graphic design. For the past 17 years, we’ve supported a variety of clients in industries such as government, tourism, health-care, not-for-profit, B2B, some B2C and education. With our primary office in Kingston and a remote office in Ottawa, we’re seeking an exceptionally-detailed and well-rounded Digital Production Designer to help support our Graphic Design team. In this role, you’ll work alongside our entire team, particularly supporting our designers and Creative Director.

Immersed amongst a highly collaborative team of senior-level designers, off-site front/backend developers and in-office project managers, you will be responsible for supporting our team in layout and digital asset-related work such as WordPress & Elementor website page builds, producing digital ad assets, completing WordPress website edits/updates, creating Adobe XD wireframes/prototypes, quality assurance (QA) reviews of completed materials by our team, and general marketing and administration assistance.

Our studio is extremely collaborative and requires a passionate individual who shares our creative values, innate attention to detail and genuine discipline to do what’s best for our clients. With a minimum of 1 year of experience, our ideal candidate will be up-to-date with the trends of design, UX/UI, marketing and digital practices (no coding/development required). The ideal candidate will also have a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (including Adobe XD, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and more). As a supporting member of our creative/design team, you’ll be responsible for managing a day-to-day schedule of numerous projects, predominantly working within the confines of a previously designed brand.

Skills & Experience

• A relevant degree or diploma (preferably in Graphic Design/Web Development/Interaction Design/Marketing)
• A minimum of 1 years of creative/marketing agency experience is preferred
• Working level use of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Adobe XD, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and more
• Ability to remain solutions-focused and positive during times of urgency
• Laser-sharp attention to detail
• Ability to work closely with our Creative Director and to handle feedback for growth and development
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to be immediately adaptable to changing priorities with multiple concurrent projects

To apply, please submit a portfolio, resumé and cover letter to [email protected]. We thank all candidates, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In-Office and Relocation

In this position at 1dea, it is our preference to have a candidate work in-office with the rest of the team. Priority will be given to those that live in Kingston or surrounding areas or are willing to relocate to the area.

About 1dea

1dea Inc. is simply a small and close-knit team of individuals who truly care about the work we produce. And we work extremely hard to make it happen. Specializing in strategic brand developments, conversion-driven websites and custom graphic design, we continually exhaust our efforts to find creative solutions that leverage the best of our clients’ brands and goals for growth.

Job Type: Full-time

1dea Design + Media Inc.

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Spectrum Reach (www.spectrumreach.com) grows businesses of all sizes with custom, multiscreen advertising solutions, backed by the power of TV, data, innovation, community experts, and unforgettable creative.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement based out of our Reno, NV offices

The Video Producer is responsible for all aspects of working with clients to create professional level advertising commercials and creative. This includes partnering with Account Executives to consult with and pitch ideas to clients, filming/videography, on-site directing, overseeing external talent, hiring and supervising external Production Assistants, and other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Responsible for the growth of the production skill set their region can offer. These positions will interact with creative team members and clients and will report into a Supervising Producer.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.

Will handle multiple shoot assignments.

Pitch creative ideas and strategies to clients and associates.

Responsible for quality control of footage acquisition for their clients.

Assist with the creative and coordination of all shoot logistics.

Oversee or be directly involved with editing based on the needs of the client.

Responsible for maintaining and overseeing all production equipment.

Will work closely with other team members to ensure quality video productions.

Responsible for delivering footage and files to external servers.

Will have direct interaction with clients and must manage shoots as needed on a per project basis at various budget levels across multiple categories.

Assist in interacting with our most premier production clients to discuss creative concepts and other aspects of production relevant to the client.

Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to work on problems with moderate scope

Analyzes situations that require a review of variety of factors

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions

Ability to work with a moderate level of guidance and direction. Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments

Intermediate level proficiency in appropriate software applications or technology

Intermediate knowledge of related field

Proven track record of excellent filming/videography skills and the ability to assist in the development of high quality, creative and compelling concepts for advertising

Coordinate with various internal and/or external partners to schedule and execute various types of productions while adhering to project deadlines and budgets

Proven ability to manage several projects simultaneously

Effective client facing skills

Demonstrated understanding of production techniques in filming, time needed for projects and best practices for execution related to production services is essential

Must work well within a collaborative environment

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

Experience as a videographer and assist in bringing creative concepts to life – 3+

Spectrum Reach

Senior Game Producer

IGT is the global leader in gaming. We enable players to experience their favourite games across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines to Lotteries to Interactive. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has over 12,000 employees.

Role

We are expanding our team and seeking a passionate, talented and driven, vastly experienced game producer to join us in delivering the next generation of digital mobile, tablet and desktop casino and table gaming products for a worldwide audience.

Based in MediaCityUK, Manchester (with remote working option available), you will work closely with other Game Producers, game mathematicians, logic engineers, game developers, and artists to produce the next generation of digital slot gaming products for an international audience. You will be tasked with co-ordinating all aspects of casino game production from inception to delivery. As well as providing market leading guidance and experience over new original game design.

If you have the enthusiasm, creativity, energy, passion, and experience to join us in a fast-paced, high-complexity environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers, content managers, artists, animators, software engineers, audio engineers and game designers to drive on-time delivery of high-quality casino games.
• Develop, track and report on project progress, resource, staff, assets, schedules and project metrics.
• Facilitate the flow of information among team members on assigned projects.
• Working with stakeholders to clarify requirements where not clear.
• Participate in game reviews and provide feedback and suggestions.
• Participate in solutions to removing project barriers.
• Identify and communicate project risks and instigate contingency plans.
• Work on multiple projects in tandem.

Key skills to include but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in managing the production of new original online and mobile games and/or technical projects from inception to completion
• Experience managing (directly or indirectly) small cross-functional teams of 8-10 people
• Must be familiar with project management techniques and methods
• Track record of successful delivery of quality product through consistent milestones
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Localisation best practices
• Bring new game ideas and themes to the table
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for detail

Advantageous skills:

• Strong Microsoft Office Skills including Excel, Power Point and Word
• Experience with JIRA
• Knowledge of HTML5 technologies
• Knowledge of gambling or video game development
• Experience with agile methodologies
• Interest in working with distributed teams across multiple cultures, time zones, and communication styles

IGT

The Corporate Communications team shapes Riot’s global identity and reputation with players, future Rioters, partners, and more. Our team functions include public relations, executive visibility, recruiting and brand social media, corporate and brand video, riotgames.com editorial content, and more. We partner with teams across Riot to showcase what makes Riot special and why we strive to deliver for players every day. We love telling stories, but we also help explain Riot to people who don’t understand the industry or games quite as much as we do.

Riot’s Internal Comms team members endeavor to shape our internal environment by crafting communication plans, programs, and assets that celebrate Riot’s playful, informal, and passionate culture. We strive to communicate with a balance of transparency and clarity that’s smart, well-crafted, and authentic. We cover everything vital to internal messaging and work across all teams to create a passionate and ongoing, lively two-way conversation between Riot and Rioters on the issues that matter most to players and to us. We love games and enjoy telling the emotionally resonant stories that connect us to players and our mission.

As a Video Producer, reporting to the Sr. Director, Communications, you will support two teams on Riot’s Enterprise operating pillar, Corporate Communications and Internal Communications, by helping internal and external audiences better understand what’s happening around the company and helping them connect with Riot’s overall mission. Working cross functionally across multiple teams and projects, you’ll take ideas from concept to shipped. You’ll partner with the team to measure the impact, create medium- and long-term content calendars, and call the shots about how best to get the work done, including working with contractors and outside agencies. Over time you’ll manage an increasingly large budget to ensure the team can hit its goals and support all of Riot’s goals as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities

• Support anywhere from three to five projects, varying in scope, simultaneously
• Oversee select projects from concept through completion
• Cultivate relationships with global teams, and find opportunities to improve engagement with our partner’s initiatives and programs from a video perspective
• Help onboard and manage vendor relationships for video production for any supplemental work that’s required
• Play support on different comms projects as priorities change, whether it’s strategizing on a messaging plan, addressing a crisis comms moment, or working on a Riot event
• Edit video to produce informative and emotionally resonant material or manage editors/agencies to do the same
• Partner with the social team to produce cut-downs and other social-friendly versions of long form content
• Coordinate with legal, purchasing, and others to obtain clearances/licenses for content, including licenses for sound and music

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a Video Producer or similar role
• Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end video production and editing processes, including production logistics, scheduling, cost tracking, asset tracking, post production, and more
• You have experience developing, overseeing, and accomplishing comprehensive production plans and sourcing proper support
• You have experience handling confidential information
• You have a depth of understanding current trends in the comms and video space
• You know how to measure the impact and resonance of your work
• You’re tilt-proof, and can respond to sensitive situations in an assuring manner

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with executives at tech or creative entertainment companies
• Experience planning or developing corporate narratives
• Network of trusted external vendors and contractors within the video production industry
• Passion for gaming and empathy for the player experience is a huge plus

For this role, you’ll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and choices that focus on your fellow Rioters, who are the customers of your work. Being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position!

Our Perks

Riot has a focus on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy, in addition to other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.

Riot Games fosters a player and workplace experience that values teamwork embodied by the Summoner’s Code and Community Code. Our culture embraces differences as a strength, and our values are the guiding principles for how we approach work. We are committed to putting diversity and inclusion (D&I) at the center of everything we do, and promoting a fair and collaborative culture where Rioters treat one another with dignity and respect. We encourage you to read more about our value of thriving together and our ongoing work to build the most inclusive company in Gaming.

It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance relating to an applicant’s criminal history. Riot Games

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Internal Communications for a top fashion company in New York, NY. This position operates onsite in their NYC office. Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and commuter benefits.

Compensation: $140-150K per year

Responsibilities:

• Ensure organizational initiatives, brand campaigns, and company milestones are communicated to employees in effectively engaging, inspiring, creative and innovative ways.
• Develop creative, informative, and engaging communications, including journalistic stories, strategic programs, senior leadership, and other business partners.
• Drive internal communications editorial calendar, planning, and messaging with consideration for all internal audiences and across internal channels, helping create stories that underscore the brand vision and strategy.
• Lead and develop the content strategy across internal channels, including the brand corporate intranet.
• Counsel and support business functions and senior leaders on their internal communications needs.
• Help establish employee engagement programs, including identifying opportunities to connect with employees and developing key messages and communications material to support those programs.
• Manage event presence, including hosting live events and providing event support.
• Develop and execute detailed creative campaigns and events around large-scale internal initiatives such as performance management, wellness, annual open enrollment, etc.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Marketing, and Internal Communication teams to communicate and execute employee engagement initiatives, create and manage the calendar of events, and webinars in-house and online.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 7+ years relevant experience
• Experience with executive communications and working with C-Suite leadership
• Ability to effectively lead, collaborate and influence across a complex organizational structure
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong creative aptitude
• Positive and team-oriented attitude with proactive approach and strong work ethic
• Ability to work well under pressure, anticipate needs and challenges, and respond to changing demands

If this job description matches your background, please apply!

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.

Solomon Page

Job Title: Production Designer with Pre-press

Client Location: Seattle, Wa ( Or PST timezone Remote)

Starting: 09/04/2022

Salary/Pay Rate: up to $50.00 hourly

Firm, non-negotiable: Yes

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 9/4/2022- 03/3/2022

Job Description:

We are hiring a Production Designer with Pre-press experience to produce computer-generated graphic design files, educate fellow partners, and lead certain production oriented projects, in support of the objectives of our coffee retailer Global Creative Studio, an in-house advertising agency. Must have expert-level graphics software applications such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Print production. ad agency or marketing. Print or color house experience.

Required background? Skills?:

• Design systems

• Layout diplography

• Simple animation

• Understanding print and color

• Preproduction skills and Pre-press

• Available portfolio

Nice-to-Haves:

• Illustration skills

Key projects:

• Taking guides that have been created

• Seasonal campaigns

Purpose of this team:

Reason for the request: Supplemental workload

• Chance for extension or conversion Duration: 6 months

Possibility for Extension or conversion: possibly

Daily Responsibilities:

• Working across the studio with other designers

• Prepping different art files

• Available to attend meetings both team and studio with project meetings included

Interaction level with the team:

• Collaborative

Occupations & Applicants: more job postings open than available talent

Competitors: highly competitive job market for skillsets not necessarily industry-specific

Bill Rate Pressure: candidates are expecting higher than average market rates

Value Proposition: the studio has a very special culture and are incredibly welcoming. The work itself is fun expressive work. A way to be apart of the Starbucks culture and being able to work with one of the biggest brands in the world.

Candidate Requirements

• Years of experience required

• Degrees or certifications required Technology requirements?:

• Adobe products

• Simple animation

• Google and Microsoft teams

Degree or certifications required?:

• Design education (degreed preferred)

Years experience? 3+

Required background? Skills?:

• Design systems compensation

• Layout diplography

• Simple animation

• Understanding print and color

• Preproduction skills

• Available portfolios

Nice-to-Haves:

• Illustration skills

Top Candidate Skills Years of Experience

• Top 3 must-have hard skills

• Level of experience with each stack-ranked by importance

1 Adobe 3+

2 Previous production design experience (Prepress) 3+

3 Design background schooling 3+

Client Description:

The mission of our client is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time. They call their employees “partners” because they are all partners in shared success, and they make sure everything they do is through the lens of humanity—from their commitment to the highest-quality coffee in the world, to the way they engage with their customers and communities to do business responsibly.

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Ready to take your tiktok skills to the next level?

Want to work with a venture capital funded startup to boost your resume?

FranShares is looking for a PAID Social Media Video Production Intern to assist with consistently and persistently producing content relating to our company and the financial investment industry. The ideal candidate has intermediate experience creating tiktoks, including scripting and editing. This position is flexible, but we are targeting 5-10 hours per week.

About FranShares:

FranShares is an alternative asset platform that makes it easy for anyone to invest in franchises and generate passive income while diversifying their portfolio and hedging against inflation with as little as $500. 

We leverage our deep industry expertise to rigorously vet and select the best franchise investment opportunities while minimizing fees to ensure our investors have the best opportunity to maximize their long-term results.

We are a small and dynamic team that works closely together to develop fantastic investor relationships that help us democratize franchise investing. We take pride in our collaboration, commitment, and team spirit. We are looking for someone who does the same! We are continuously striving to create a more vibrant environment with diversity and inclusivity as its foundation –we welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and lifestyles. Let us know what you bring to the team!

About the role:

• Write, film, and edit short-form videos for our social channels including TikTok and Instagram reels.
• Plan and create new videos to be used in marketing initiatives.
• Part time
• Hybrid, filming content for social channels will be in-person.

About you:

• You can translate boring financial investing content into engaging and entertaining tiktoks using current trends.
• You have intermediate experience creating tiktoks, including scripting and filming and editing.
• Knowledgeable and up to date on different social media trends and best practices.
• You’re a college student or grad familiar with TikTok and Instagram reels.

FranShares

Our Client, a Major Gaming Company, is looking for a Video Game Producer to manage franchise projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead Creative Development workflows for fast paced Social Content
• Create, maintain, and distribute milestone schedules for all assigned projects
• Lead weekly project status meetings and communicate milestones to stakeholder
• Act as liaison between Marketing Creative Services, Internal stakeholders, and Game development teams
• Work with Design Leads to ensure strategic and visual brand consistency of Warcraft
• Schedule, lead and document all meetings needed for briefing, review, and approval of projects.
• Manage outside contractors and agencies
• Review all project deliverables to ensure they are free of typos, inconsistencies, and errors
• Request and manage project budgets, provide reporting as necessary.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management/producing
• Preferably a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a creative environment
• Experience with Project Management and software
• Expert knowledge of the creative development process
• Knowledge of digital content development for social, static and motion graphics
• Ability to establish, build and maintain strong relationships with individuals and departments
• Excellent critical thinking, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with impeccable organizational and time-management abilities
• Self-starting with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with varying
• Able to maximize shared resources, mitigate gaps, and pivot allocations as needed.

You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early.

We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Syndicatebleu

Copy Editor with Broadcast News and Features experience to join global News Organization!

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Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the “Apply” button and sending us your resume.

Salary $70,000 – $85,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Copy Editor with news and features experience to join a growing, global International News Organization located in the Washington, DC area.

We offer an exciting and fast paced working environment.

We Offer An Area Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• The copy editor’s chief responsibility is to ensure that scripts and straps (chyrons) for air are accurate, balanced and in compliance with company style.
• The copy editor also ensures that scripts are conversational and free of grammatical errors.
• Other duties include writing the ticker/crawl that appears on air, breaking news bulletins and checking straps (lower-thirds, chyrons, fonts) for spelling and factual errors.
• The copy editor will be expected to have a broad and deep view of global news.
• Will be required to read-in and attend occasional team meetings.

Qualifications And Skills

• Proven work experience as a Copy Editor with at least 4 years’ broadcast news experience, preferably with internationally-renowned media organizations.
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Edius, Lightworks, Premiere Pro, After Effects and Final Cut).
• Thorough knowledge of timing, self-motivation and initiative would also be worthwhile strengths in the applicant.
• Creative mind and storytelling skills.
• Calm under pressure and a strong team player.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Native or fluent English speaker, with proficiency in written English.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the “Apply” button.

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