Refresh the Triangle

Friday, October 17, 2008

Lightweight Programmer / Web Designer

FA is looking for an intern or part-time programmer to join our web team. You’ll need to be a strong communicator with skills in Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP and AJAX, as well as producing standards compliant XHTML and CSS. Working Knowledge of OOP (object oriented programming) and Agile development principles and experience with e-commerce and content management solutions is important. Background knowledge of Information Architecture, Flash/Actionscript and other development platforms (Java, Ruby on Rails, .NET) would be a bonus. You’ll need to be passionate about problem solving, user centered design and usability, and capable of leading complex development projects from spec to launch.

Customize existing templates displaying community based content.

Interface with senior developer to ensure proper customization of the established tools.

Work with in house designers to establish website deployment.

Demonstrate the ability to assess the functional project requirements and translate that information into the technical development of the website.

Perform maintenance and updates to existing websites.

Proactively initiate, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with team members.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of Flash, Actionscript 2&3.

Strong knowledge of XHTML, CSS, PHP, and MySQL is required.

Working Knowledge of AJAX, Joomla and XML is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field preferred.

Must be a self-motivated, quick learner with enthusiasm for web development and new technologies.

Along with your resume, please include a link to projects you have worked on, with details describing your involvement.

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Contact Fabrik Agency at:
resumes@fabrikagency.com

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Web Producer / Developer

Job Description: Web Producer / Developer

Company:

Merge Records, founded in 1989, is an independent music label based in downtown Durham. We release approximately 30 albums (in LP, CD, and digital formats) each year, representing artists from the U.S., Canada, and Europe

Description:

The Web Producer / Developer is solely responsible for the ongoing maintenance, updating, and coding of mergerecords.com, including the ecommerce portion of the site. In this capacity, he/she supports company-wide marketing campaigns and goals, coordinating with the marketing, press, and digital promotions departments. The Web Producer / Developer is also responsible for working with third-party developers as needed. This position reports to the Art Director.

Responsibilities include:

• ensuring timely updates and producing content for mergerecords.com
• maintaining email marketing campaign strategies, tools, and basic analytics
• site testing and troubleshooting
• ensuring a consistent user interface and appearance
• maintaining and enforcing a site-wide style guide
• ensuring copy and photo editing for news and newsletters
• building and maintaining digital press kits
• planning and executing promotional programs for the online store
• analyzing site metrics and revenue streams and reporting to marketing department

Ideally, this person can also provide basic IT support for our small office, which includes 15 computers (Macs and PCs), as well as a server. As such, he/she will act as the first contact for all IT issues, and coordinate with external IT personnel when necessary.

Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in developing standards-compliant HTML, CSS and Javascript.
• Experience with PHP/MYSQL and Javascript libraries (such as JQuery), AJAX.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks; experience working with typography.
• Experience administering client PCs and Macs in a networked environment, Windows Small Business Server administration; maintaining company backup software.

Contact:

Please submit letter of interest and PDF of resumé to maggie at merge records dot com. No phone calls.

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Web Strategist

Ironworks is still growing! We are looking for a Web Strategist who can work closely with our creative and technical teams while leading the delivery of client-specific work.

This individual will participate in the delivery and sales process of User Experience consulting engagements. Engagements broadly fall within the category of:

• Web and E-Commerce Strategy
• Web Site and Intranet Design & Development (including CMS and Portal solutions)
• Usability Testing
• Online Marketing

Engagement work is diverse, often including strategy, primary and secondary research, competitive analyses, customer profiles, site optimization, and more.  Project management responsibilities are also required on occasion.  Core Duties/Responsibilities include the following:

• Scopes and participates in the selling of consulting engagements
• Consults with and delivers results to clients within tight time constraints that consistently meet or exceed client expectations
• Collaborates with clients and internal teams to identify solutions that enable clients to achieve business and marketing objectives
• Interviews and interacts with senior level client executives and sponsors, linking these key stakeholders’ objectives to project efforts
• Works closely with Creative, Technology and Project Management groups to provide input and ensure business objectives are met
• Leads the delivery of client-specific deliverables such as:  Target Audience Analyses, Competitive Analyses, Expert Site Reviews, Web Strategies, Implementation Plans
• Works with clients to develop sites that attract, engage, and retain customers
• Facilitates and coordinates primary research, including focus groups, usability testing and surveys
• Contributes to the growth of the User Experience team by identifying opportunities and new service areas

Required Skills & Experience
• Strong understanding of the Web, the role of User Experience and the relationship between User Experience and Technology
• Familiarity with online business and what makes sites successful
• Familiarity with marketing and branding principles
• Ability to develop fact-based strategic insights that effectively communicate the value of ideas and approach to both clients and prospects
• Grasp industry and competitor information and integrate that knowledge into recommendations and approach
• Solid writing and interpersonal communication skills in both raising questions and describing and clarifying findings
• Demonstrated experience in developing and leading presentations at multiple levels of management
• Strong client services and client engagement skills
• Strong project management and time management skills
• College degree required
• 5+ years relevant work experience
• Experience working for an Interactive Agency or Ad Agency is helpful.

Ironworks is a consulting services firm that doesn’t believe in big-bang approaches or seemingly endless sales pitches.  We provide the flexibility and dedication of a smaller firm combined with the broad experience and deep expertise of a large consultancy.  Ironworks hires smart, honest people who measure personal success through the success of our clients. Our mission is simple: never fail a client. Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.ironworks.com. Apply online at http://www.ironworks.com/company/careers.htm, or send resume to cnicolls@ironworks.com for immediate consideration!

Monday, July 07, 2008

Need one-off wordpress/podcasting help

Hello all:

I’ve got a friend who needs some one-off work doing some wordpress upgrades, itunes/podcast tweaking, and a few other housekeeping chores.

I don’t think I have the time to handle this and am wondering if someone else in the area can help.  He’s in the Raleigh area, and though I think this might be able to be all done remotely, meeting face to face once might help both of you get a handle on what’s needed faster.

Email me at mgkimsal@gmail.com if you’re available to help.

Thanks.

Thursday, June 26, 2008

A Great Opportunity for a Great Designer

Overview
You understand beauty. You care about both form and function.  You understand the power and possibility of AJAX technologies to make a web experience that is dynamic and compelling. You are comfortable in Photoshop but also in the guts of CSS and HTML. You might even know Javascript and frameworks like Ruby on Rails.

Come join our product team in RTP. We’re using cutting edge technologies on a leading Web 2.0 collaborative community site. We have a dynamic start-up environment with proven leadership and established market traction. Help shape the future of the web together.

Responsibilities
* Generate compelling UI designs balancing powerful features with approachability for a broad audience
* Implement designs using standards-compliant markup
* Establish and maintain a robust CSS strategy including effective cascading and theming
* Collaborate with a talented product team on all elements of the development process
* Contribute to standards and best practices in an evolving, agile work environment

Qualifications
* Strong Expertise in CSS, along with cross-browser issues and workarounds
* A hunger to learn and a commitment to excellence
* Familiarity with current trends in web development
* Experience with UX principles and practices

Bonus Points
* Experience with Ruby on Rails
* Experience with event-based Javascript and AJAX
* Familiarity with agile programming methodologies
* Experience with Web 2.0 dynamics and concepts

Contact
charles@near-time.com.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Information Architect/ UE Specialist

Information Architect. Web Strategist. Usability Pro. Client Champion. Could all of these be in your title? If so, you could be the one to help grow the User Experience practice of Ironworks Consulting’s Cary office.

Ironworks Consulting, an established web technology consulting company, is seeking a well-rounded Information Architect/ User Experience Specialist for our growing Cary, NC office.

We might be for you if you:
- Are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about many areas of User Experience
- Can not only come up with great ideas, you can execute them in Information Architecture deliverables
- Have a solid portfolio demonstrating wireframes, sitemaps, and case studies
- Are confident and polished when giving client presentations
- Have excellent collaborative skills when you work with internal teams
- Know what a usability lab is
- Have a record of delivering to your clients on time and on budget
- Understand the importance of look and feel, but aren’t looking to be a full time designer
- Have experience in developing web strategies
- Don’t mind some work related travel
- Are dedicated to making your clients and coworkers successful
- Enjoy working with a team that actually likes to hang out together even when they don’t have to

If this could be you, send your resume and samples to cnicolls@ironworks.com

Ironworks is a consulting services firm that doesn’t believe in big-bang approaches or seemingly endless sales pitches.  We provide the flexibility and dedication of a smaller firm combined with the broad experience and deep expertise of a large consultancy.  Ironworks hires smart, honest people who measure personal success through the success of our clients. Our mission is simple: never fail a client. Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.ironworks.com.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Designer, Developer, and Writer, Oh my

The DukeHealth.org team is looking for a Web: designer, developer, and writer.  Follow the links for more details.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

WANTED: Best Web Designer in the RTP

We’re Looking for the Best Web Designer in Town
Are you passionate about pushing pixels? Are you a typographic genius? Do you always design on a grid? Can you produce gallery-worthy designs in a variety of styles?

Are you one of the best and brightest in the web world? Do you thrive on delivering top-quality work time after time? Have you thought about joining one of the premier web design and development firms around?

Learn more on our site and we look forward to chatting with you.