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| Department | Position Title | City | State | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Management | Program Manager | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| Project Management | Technical Program Manager | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| Project Management | Associate Project Manager | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| Project Management | Senior Project Manager | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Senior iOS Developer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Account Director | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Junior Designer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Senior Designer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Art Director | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Senior User Experience Designer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Mid-level User Experience Designer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Content Strategist | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | HTML/UI Developer | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| HR and Recruitment | Talent Acquisition/Recruiter | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Tech Director | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Web Analyst | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| Account/Engagement Manager | Media & Entertainment Account Director | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| Consulting and Business Analysis | Digital Strategist | Conshohocken | PA | ||
| User Experience and Design | Senior JavaScript Engineer | Conshohocken | PA |
Program Manager
| Department: | Project Management |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeing a Program Manager to join our team. As a Program Manager, you will facilitate evaluation and understanding of our client's current operational state. You will be responsible for requirements gathering, analysis and documentation, process mapping, establishing governance practices and outlining the scope of the digital program. The Program Manager is responsible for all activities across multiple teams, internal, external and client.
Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree required;
- 6+ years experience managing programs and large scale projects;
- 4+ years experience in senior client-facing role at an agency or similar client services environment;
- 2+ years experience managing direct reports and sizable organizations;
- Experience with developing RFP, process mapping, establising governance practices, change management;
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills;
- Proficient in a wide range of project and program management processes;
- Proven track record of managing diverse projects and teams effectively achieving project goals and deadlines;
- Proven ability to react positively and recover problematic situations;
- Strong business acumen with an understanding of implementing measurable processes;
- Experience communicating and fostering relationships with VP and C-level clients;
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
- Working knowledge with Visio.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate the current state of client's digital project, program and portfolio practices;
- Manage day to day operations for large scale program teams including external vendors and partner organizations;
- Coordinate complex project plans, identifying and capturing dependencies and deliverables, tracking teams against the plan;
- Host regular meetings to gather and communicate status, plan changes;
- Manage concise definition of scope across the entire program;
- Define and lead communication activities to create transparent reporting and escalation structures;
- Define and adjust processes to effectively integrate diverse teams ranging from no process infrastructure to established and mature PMOs;
- Create and maintain documentation relevant to the management of the program and associated projects;
- Understand primary business objectives, articulating and implementing associated metrics and measurement and reporting processes;
- Identifying and gathering input from stakeholders to define and clarify requirements;
- Work with the client and Account Management teams on planning against a roadmap;
- Work with Project Management to define an actionable plan to achieve the desired business results;
- Travel to client and partner sites to conduct program management responsibilities;
- Accountable to client and Empathy Lab management for the successful planning, tracking and delivery of the entire program.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Technical Program Manager
| Department: | Project Management |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeing a Technical Program Manager to join our Conshohocken area team. This can either be long term contract or a full-time role.
As a Technical Program Manager, you are responsible for all activities across multiple internal and external teams, including the client, while you manage the client's business objectives and processes that govern the program teams. You will orchestrate the planning, day to day management, communication and coordination of large scale projects and programs that involve leading process mapping, establishing governance practices, and outlining the scope of the digital strategic program.
Requirements:
- 6+ years experience functioning as a Program Manager assigned to large scale projects;
- 4+ years experience in senior client-facing role at an agency or similar client services environment;
- Bachelor's Degree required;
- Experience with strategic process mapping, establishing governance practices, and change management;
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills;
- Proficient in a wide range of project and program management processes;
- Proven track record of managing diverse projects and teams effectively achieving project goals and deadlines;
- Proven ability to react positively and recover problematic situations;
- Strong business acumen with an understanding of implementing measurable processes;
- Experience communicating and fostering relationships with VP and C-level clients;
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day to day operations for large scale program teams including external vendors, partner organizations, and internal disciplines;
- Coordinate complex project plans, while identifying and capturing dependencies and deliverables, and track teams against the plan;
- Manage concise definition of scope across the entire program;
- Track budget and schedule estimations across multiple concurrent projects and against both client and agency agendas;
- Define and lead communication activities to create transparent reporting and escalation structures;
- Develop and adjust processes to effectively integrate diverse teams ranging from no process infrastructure to established and mature PMOs;
- Create and maintain documentation relevant to the management of the program and associated projects;
- Host regular meetings to gather and communicate status, plan changes;
- Understand primary business objectives, articulating and implementing associated metrics and measurement and reporting processes;
- Identify and gather input from stakeholders to define and clarify requirements;
- Work with the client and Account Management teams on planning against a road map;
- Work with Project Management to define an actionable plan to achieve the desired business results;
- Travel to client and partner sites to conduct program management responsibilities;
- Accountable to client and Empathy Lab management for the successful planning, tracking and delivery of the entire program.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Associate Project Manager
| Department: | Project Management |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. Our ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with successful delivery of multiple projects and possibly multiple clients by managing smaller-scale project tasks independently and/or supporting a designated lead Project Manager. Other key duties include allocating project resources, maintaining project plans, assisting with the tracking of project financials, and helping manage client expectations as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree is required;
- At least one (1) year of professional work experience;
- Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks and small-scaled projects within deadlines and constraints;
- Working knowledge of MS Office;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to effectively communicate with team members and clients;
- Excellent organizational skills and acute attention to detail, including personal time management and organizational skills as well as the ability to extend such practices across a team;
- Enthusiasm for the internet and interactive marketing;
- Understanding of MS Office Professional Suite, specifically Excel and Word.
Responsibilities:
- Work with a designated lead Project Manager to manage projects, assist in leveraging sound project management practices, while being flexible enough to achieve aggressive project delivery goals and objectives;
- Independent management and ownership of small to mid-scale projects;
- Manage project scope, time, budget, change, resources, communication and risk on projects;
- Work with discipline leads to communicate resource needs, project milestones, deliverables and risks on a regular basis;
- Achieve on-budget and on-time delivery standards across the practice;
- Maintain or assist in the maintenance of MS Project schedules on your projects;
- Support the monitoring of financial responsibilities across projects, including reviewing hours and tracking costs;
- Schedule projects to meet resource availability and coordinate resources to meet project requirements;
- Provide administrative support as needed;
- Proactively review processes and recommend changes and process improvements where justifiable;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Senior Project Manager
| Department: | Project Management |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking Senior Project Managers to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. Our ideal candidate serves as an expert in all phases of an interactive project lifecycle, is our clients' primary point of contact for matters pertaining to active projects and is responsible for managing internal team workflow and task assignments.
Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree preferred;
- 4+ years experience as a project manager in an interactive agency or similar client services environment;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to work with and manage external partners;
- Ability to maintain high level of organization and attention to detail;
- Ability to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests;
- Ability to approach and communicate with a wide range of personalities;
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and challenging environment;
- Demonstrate versatility, conviction, and a commitment to outstanding client service;
- Ability to represent our company at all times with professionalism and integrity;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate expertise in all phases of an interactive project lifecycle;
- Quickly gain an understanding of our clients, industries, business and project objectives;
- Interface daily with clients as the primary point of contact;
- Analyze and prioritize project activities and client needs, while establishing realistic deadlines;
- Achieve consensus among diverse and dissenting viewpoints, while effectively translating ideas into prioritized and actionable steps;
- Create, maintain and present project plans and other relevant project documentation;
- Create project status reports, client friendly schedule, milestone and deliverable progress materials for our clients;
- Manage internal team workflow and task assignments;
- Collaboration with and lead teams of information architects, graphic designers, copy writers, HTML developers, Flash developers, and programmers to problem solve and execute project challenges while delivering high quality on time and on budget;
- Have a “can-do” attitude that fosters a positive productive working environment, especially in stressful or pressured situations;
- Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and provide hands-on troubleshooting and best available solutions;
- Balance a sense of urgency with calm and confident demeanor
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Senior iOS Developer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a Sr. iOS Developer to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals.
Our ideal candidate is responsible for building iPhone and iPad applications and participates in the process from planning to execution, including developing the appropriate solution with the team. You should have significant experience building applications for iOS and must provide live examples with your submission. Enormous professional growth along with the support from upper management to enhance one's craft is one of the things the successful candidate can gain at this position.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in developing mobile apps (both web and native) – Must supply live examples;
- Strong background in mobile design patterns, iOS, HTML and JavaScript;
- Experience developing with iPhone SDK, Cocoa, Interface Builder, Objective-C and Xcode;
- Familiarity with using Web APIs;
- Experience working in a collaborative environment using SCM software such as GIT and JIRA;
- Experience with mobile video or commerce is highly desired;
- Ability to collaborate with team members and possess efficient problem solving skills;
- Ability to approach and communicate with a wide range of personalities;
- Self-starter with strong self-management skills;
- Strong oral and written communication skills along with a high attention to detail and desire for quality;
- Familiarity with Cross Platform Mobile Development techniques is a plus;
Responsibilities:
- Develop both web and native mobile apps with iOS, HTML and JavaScript;
- Work within a team of developers to complete proposed initiatives, contributing application architecture and implementation guidance;
- Quickly gain an understanding of our clients’ requirements, technology needs and develop solutions;
- Understand software development design patterns;
- Understand mobile development best practices, and be able to demonstrate them;
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop appropriate solutions;
- Work independently and efficiently to meet agreed-upon deadlines;
- Brainstorm with team members and think on the fly;
- Provide business development support by laying out the requirements for a proposed solution;
- Represent our company with professionalism and integrity whenever you interact with our clients;
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan;
Account Director
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking an Account Director to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals.
Our ideal candidate will have functioned as an interactive Account Director in an agency environment with at least 7 years of account management experience and 2 years experience operating in relevant leadership capacity. Candidates must have a proven history of applying insightful strategy development and exceptional management skill to client work. Passion for brands, technology, business, innovation, people, measurement, success, and collaboration is paramount. The successful candidate must possess the ability to identify ideas and create opportunities for our clients and have the natural ability to guide them and our growing team down the right path.
This position has two key areas of responsibility designed to work collaboratively to accelerate the growth of both our clients and our agency.
Requirements:
- Degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field;
- 5+ years of demonstrated track record of developing and growing client relationships - strong client references are necessary;
- Strong knowledge or experience in marketing and advertising, with particular emphasis on interactive media, strategy and analytics;
- Creative thinking and analytical problem solving;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Track record of leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities;
- Proven ability to manage projects to successful completion, multi-task, and work within tight deadlines;
- Sound business acumen; strategic skills; common sense;
- Ability to lead a team effectively and provide direction to other members on the team;
- Strong negotiation skills.
Responsibilities:
- Leading the team as the expert digital marketing partner within the client’s organization;
- Acting as overall client and inter-agency marketing owner and plan leader;
- Creating compelling customer value propositions and digital marketing strategy;
- Using strong communication skills to build effective relationships;
- Collaborating on common goals with client’s product and marketing teams as well as each of their respective external alliance partners, agencies and other vendors;
- Further integrating our suite of digital, interactive solutions and services;
- Leading development of communication strategy and messaging plans;
- Collaborating on the development of measurement and metrics plan as needed;
- Working with our Executive Leadership Team Client Engagement Lead to build relationships and grow a new business pipeline within the client's organization;
- Leading our teams in developing and implementing strategic recommendations around our innovative solutions and services;
- Managing stakeholder expectations and communication flow with the project team;
- Scoping and managing risk that accurately identifies and assesses scope changes and their impact to the schedule and budget;
- Working with team leads to define and document the overall scope of internal projects.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Junior Designer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently looking for Junior Designers for contract and full-time opportunities to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. Working under the supervision of the Creative Director, Junior Designers are responsible for look & feel exploration, conceptual and visual development, and final execution of design directions. In addition, they assist in asset creation and presentation preparation.
Our ideal candidate will have creative flair and the willingness to expand their skill base to include design for static, dynamic and interactive websites and other projects. Qualified candidates have up to 2 years of professional experience as well as formal design training with strong visual design, interaction design and typographical skills. An in-depth understanding of HTML/CSC, solid knoweldge of functionality and capabilities of web browsers is essential, and knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator is required.
While this is initially a junior position there are excellent career progression opportunities to the candidate that shows initiative.
Requirements:
- BA/BS in Design, Interactive Media, Art or related field (or other formal training);
- 0-2 years professional studio/agency experience (interactive agency experience is preferred);
- Have a creative eye and excellent design skills;
- Competence in Photoshop and Illustrator;
- Have a basic understanding of HTML, CSS and website design best practices;
- Be passionate about design and have an interest in emerging technologies;
- Knowledge of Flash a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Create web site navigation, look-and-feel based on internal direction;
- Design and develop websites from start to finish;
- Optimize and create graphics for the web;
- Translate concepts and ideas into viable website design concepts;
- Editing, updating and expanding existing client websites;
- Ability to work in a challenging and fast-pasted environment and manage multiple projects;
- Meet all assigned deadlines;
- Confidence to approach work seriously while maintaining an open-minded approach to collaboration and constructive criticism;
- Understanding of basic marketing principles a plus.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Senior Designer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a Senior Designer for contract and full-time opportunities to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. Working under the supervision of the Creative Director, Senior Designers are responsible for look & feel exploration, conceptual and visual development, and final execution of design directions. In addition, they assist in asset creation and presentation preparation.
Our ideal candidate will have creative flair and the willingness to expand their skill base to include design for static, dynamic and interactive websites and other projects. Qualified candidates have 4+ years experience in a design strategy role with a robust creative background at a digital agency. Required skills include strong visual design skills, interaction design, typographical skills, a sound understanding of technology and user experience integration and functionality, and an in-depth understanding of cross-platform functionality. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills are a must, along with an enthusiasm to be ahead of the ever-evolving digital design arena in order to achieve creative excellence. Experience working in the ecommerce or media and entertainment arenas would be a plus!
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience (preferably agency and interactive work);
- BFA/BS/BA Graphic Design, Art, Marketing or closely related field;
- Strong conceptual thinking;
- A solid understanding of designing intuitive site functionality, interaction, site architecture, user interfaces, and navigation;
- Driven to define the look and feel of large, industry-leading sites;
- Advanced knowledge of relevant industry tools including but not limited to Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash;
- Remains current on creative trends as well as the latest techniques/technologies that help to drive cutting-edge creative;
- Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to manage/lead junior designers;
- Must have the ability to successfully organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment;
- Self-motivated, driven; ability to work independently;
- Excellent communications skills; ability to interface with clients on a regular basis;
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the conceptualization and design of interactive projects from concept to completion;
- Strong understanding of Internet technologies and is able to communicate with UX & Development teams;
- Work closely with Developers, Project Managers and other internal teams to deliver exceptional results ensuring the creative product meets strategic goals and client expectations;
- Demonstrate high standards of workmanship, attention to detail and adherence to company process and industry standards/best practices;
- Manages overall creative tasks for multiple projects and clients;
- Contribute to new business pitches when necessary.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Art Director
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking an Art Director for a full-time opportunity to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. The Art Director is responsible for concept development and the execution of creative deliverables. These responsibilities include creating and communicating concepts, implementing advertising/marketing strategies and developing interactive design solutions. Reporting to the Associate Creative Director, the Art Director will work with and lead the creative team of designers, copywriters and other design and production specialists. Balancing creative thinking with interpersonal skills, this person will demonstrate an ability to work with the team to successfully translate concepts to visual expression.
Our ideal candidate will be a design enthusiast with 5 years of experience in a design strategy role with a robust creative background at a digital agency. Required skills include strong visual design skills, interaction design, typographical skills, a sound understanding of technology and user experience integration and functionality, and an in-depth understanding of cross-platform functionality. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills are a must, along with an enthusiasm to be ahead of the ever-evolving digital design arena in order to achieve creative excellence. Experience working in the ecommerce or media and entertainment arenas would be a plus!
Requirements:
- 5 years of experience in a design strategy role;
- Interactive agency experience is a must;
- Solid background in visual content creation across multiple channels;
- Experience leading a team of designers and production specialists, along with working alongside copywriters and content strategists in order to achieve creative excellence;
- Mastery of all the latest design tools, platforms, and versions of applicable software programs;
- Comprehensive understanding of interactivity and functionality as applied to effective, innovative user-centered visual design;
- Expertise with strategic brainstorming, campaign development, creative brief development and creative execution;
- Love of collaboration across disciplines with team members at all levels;
- Understanding of motion design and the strengths and limitations of Flash, Ajax, Flex, and other emerging platforms;
- Passion for design, creative problem solving, and an endless appetite for precision and innovation;
- Motivation, decisiveness, organizational skills, efficiency and dedication;
- Strong ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining absolute organization and prioritization under extreme pressure;
- Ability to think and respond quickly to client and internal team demands, while maintaining extraordinary attention to detail;
- Exceptional communication skills including the ability to articulate creative concepts and rationale for client and team plus the ability to provide and receive constructive criticism.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and communicate industry-leading creative concepts;
- Balance strategic development with client business objectives;
- Direct and delegate to project creative team, outside vendors, and specialists;
- Contribute directly to project design and development;
- Create comps, storyboards, initial graphic concepts and final deliverables;
- Provide quality assurance of all creative deliverables;
- Mentor and coach team members through project development and performance management;
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partner agencies, outside specialists, and other vendors;
- Contribute to the development of the studio's culture and quality standards;
- Assist in fostering a studio environment that is on-brand including collaboration, trust, insight, innovation, agility, drive, passion, diversity, and analytics.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Senior User Experience Designer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking senior-level User Experience Designers for perm, full time opportunities to join our Conshohocken, PA area team of professionals.
Our ideal candidate has exposure with all aspects of the user-centered design process, from user research through design implementation. This person will be involved the design and analysis of user research activities in order to leverage the findings into cohesive site architectures, wireframes, and functional specification documentation for web sites and applications. The senior level User Experience Designer will collaborate closely with strategists, account managers, designers, and developers to create the best possible user interactions and task flows while being mindful of key branding and marketing concerns.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of professional experience as an Information Architect, User- Experience Architect, or Interaction Designer;
- 2+ years agency experience preferred;
- PC-based expertise in Visio;
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, design, or computer science;
- Ability to collaborate with designers, strategists, managers, and technologists;
- Mid to senior-level experience in information design, site maps, and user scenarios;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Report to VP of IA and consult on any changes;
- Develop personas and scenarios to inform the design process;
- Design, assist, and analyze user research and usability testing initiatives;
- Assist in strategizing with client and team regarding task analysis and task completion user flows;
- Create content hierarchies, site maps and navigational models that are aligned with the defined, and/or expected, user experience and business requirements;
- Create wireframes in Visio that illustrate site layout, navigation, controls, and content prioritization;
- Articulate user experience issues and concerns and overall design principles to team members and clients;
- Translate complex concepts into interactive experiences through the design and/or implementation of web site architectures;
- Collaborate with designers on visual comps and provide input from an information architecture perspective;
- Focus on HCI and user centered design principles and uses these elements as foundation for design solutions and informational approach;
- Consult on any changes to information flow during site build.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Mid-level User Experience Designer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking mid-level User Experience Designers for contract and full-time opportunities to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals.
Our ideal candidate has exposure with all aspects of the user-centered design process, from user research to functional specification documentation to design implementation. This person will be involved the design and analysis of user research activities in order to leverage the findings into cohesive site architectures, wireframes, and functional specification documentation for web sites and applications. The mid-level User Experience Designer will collaborate closely with strategists, account managers, designers, and developers to create the best possible user interactions and task flows while being mindful of key branding and marketing concerns.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of professional experience as an Information Architect, User- Experience Architect, or Interaction Designer;
- 1+ years agency experience preferred;
- PC-based expertise in Visio;
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, design, or computer science;
- Ability to collaborate with designers, strategists, managers, and technologists
- High proficiency in creating information design, site maps, and user scenarios;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Report to VP of IA and consult on any changes;
- Develop personas and scenarios to inform the design process;
- Design, assist, and analyze user research and usability testing initiatives;
- Assist in strategizing with client and team regarding task analysis and task completion user flows;
- Create content hierarchies, site maps and navigational models that are aligned with the defined, and/or expected, user experience and business requirements;
- Create wireframes in Visio that illustrate site layout, navigation, controls, and content prioritization;
- Articulate user experience issues and concerns and overall design principles to team members and clients;
- Translate complex concepts into interactive experiences through the design and/or implementation of web site architectures;
- Collaborate with designers on visual comps and provide input from an information architecture perspective;
- Focus on HCI and user centered design principles and uses these elements as foundation for design solutions and informational approach;
- Consult on any changes to information flow during site build.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Content Strategist
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a Content Strategist to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals on a contract basis. The Content Strategist is responsible for overseeing all content requirements, and creating all content strategy deliverables (content audits, gap analyses, taxonomies, metadata frameworks, style guides, content migration plans, etc.) across the project lifecycle. Collaborating closely with Experience Design, Creative, Strategy and Technology groups, you will play a key role in defining the content needs of multi-channel experiences, and working closely with client(s) to ensure the necessary content is sourced or otherwise generated. Ideal candidates will have a healthy sense of humor, and are ready to finally work in a place where they are no longer the smartest person in the room.
Requirements:
- 5+ years’ experience in creating/writing/developing content for web and other digital media;
- Degree in related field, such as English, journalism, technical writing, or library science;
- Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite, and working knowledge of UX design tools;
- Experience in an interactive agency or similar client services environment is preferred;
- Voracious learner – must be eager to independently learn about the latest technologies, solutions and platforms;
- Demonstrated ability to lead content strategy across the entire web development process;
- Thorough understanding of how to communicate effectively in a digital environment;
- Experience with content management systems, digital asset management, databases and SEO best practices;
- Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills (you must be able to tell a story and command an audience, regardless of the audience or the brand);
- Incredible people skills with innate empathy for the end user – and the desire to help them achieve their goals;
- High level of organization and attention to detail – ability to prioritize content and slash and burn where necessary;
- Ability to approach and communicate with a wide range of personalities and know exactly what questions will deliver the desired content;
- Demonstrated versatility, conviction and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences;
- Ability to represent our company at all times with professionalism and integrity whenever you interact with our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate expertise in all phases of an interactive project lifecycle;
- Thrive on continuous learning and problem-solving around emerging solutions like responsive web design;
- Work effectively as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team to meet deadlines;
- Quickly gain an understanding of our clients’ industries, business and project objectives;
- Work closely with account management team to translate business goals and user needs into meaningful content strategy;
- Determine projects' overall content requirements and potential content sources;
- Set guidelines for the editorial tone, style, and voice of all content;
- Develop and/or oversee content inventories, gap analyses and content mapping documentation;
- Assist in the development of solutions for content presentation, including content management, workflow, and maintenance;
- Create taxonomies and metadata frameworks for grouping and tagging content;
- Be an exceptional writer and/or effectively manage writers for content development;
- Work with client to enhance, edit and reformat legacy and identify new content for creation;
- Ensure content conforms to Search Engine Optimization best practices;
- Develop naming conventions, instructional copy, and other interface textual elements;
- Oversee content migrations and develop required documentation to do so.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
HTML/UI Developer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a handful of HTML (UI) Developers with solid CSS skills to join our Conshohocken area team for ongoing freelance projects. The work will be 40 hours per week and will last for 3-6 months with a strong chance of going fulltime, if you prove to be an indispensable member of the team. This is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door of one of the most innovative environments in tech!
The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and coding for Empathy Lab’s clients needs.
Requirements:
- BS in computer science or a related field, or significant equivalent experience;
- 3+ years experience with HTML and CSS;
- Interactive agency experience will put you at the front of the line;
- Self-starter with strong self-management skills;
- Strong attention to detail with proven desire for quality;
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with team when issues arise.
Responsibilities:
- Hand code HTML/CSS pages;
- Object oriented JavaScript development skills are a PLUS but not required;
- Understand technical and functional design requirements;
- Create prototypes for client engagements;
- Work with teams to build and refine graphic designs for websites;
- Convert raw images and layouts from a graphic designer into HTML/CSS pages;
- Alert colleagues to emerging technologies or applications and the opportunities to integrate them into operations and activities.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Talent Acquisition/Recruiter
| Department: | HR and Recruitment |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
EPAM Empathy Lab, a leading interactive agency in suburban Philadelphia and NYC, that provides digital strategy and execution to Fortune 500 companies and fast-growth organizations, is looking to grow its elite team. EPAM Empathy Lab has deep expertise in creating broadband video, ecommerce and community-driven experiences and is known for its innovative primary research activities designed to provide deep insights into the hearts and minds of the target end-user.
We are a leader in the Media and Entertainment space, providing digital strategy and services to some companies like Sony, Verizon, Rogers Communications, Liberty Global, WWE, PBS, Cogeco, and many others. We are looking for exceptional talent to help us in our quest to be one of the most influential global interactive agencies in the world.
In 2010, EPAM Empathy Lab was identified by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. In addition, we were also named the 19th fastest growing company in the Philadelphia region as well as the #105th fastest growing company in Advertising and Marketing nationwide.
We are currently seeking a Talent Acquisition / Recruiter – Interactive Agency to join our Philadelphia, PA area team of professionals. If you want to join a company who is changing the face of the future and you are among the “best and brightest” in your field, then this opportunity is for you. An exciting position with great growth potential, this individual is responsible for the full-life cycle of Talent Acquisition.
Our ideal candidate has experience recruiting Information and Usability Architects, Analysts, .NET Developers & Programmers, Flash Developers & Programmers, Project Managers, Interaction Designers, Art Directors, Account Directors for an interactive/digital agency, at all levels.
Requirements:
- BA/BS degree is required;
- 3+ years of experience working in a HR/Recruiting department for a digital or interactive agency or digital/web/ecommerce/interactive focused employment agency;
- Proven candidate sourcing and relationship building skills;
- Must have experience with online job portals;
- Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Excel and Power Point;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- High Level of Attention to Detail;
- Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups;
- Ability to maintain high level of organization for self and others;
- Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks;
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines;
- Ability to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests;
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment;
- Must be Customer Service Oriented and Team-Oriented;
- High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Responsibilities:
- Recruitment support including internal & external job postings, resume review and sourcing, candidate screening, scheduling interviews, composing offer letters, and preparing new hire orientation packages;
- Utilize Web sites, job boards, social networking sites and other Web-based media to recruit potential candidates;
- Network through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups and employees;
- Work with HR and Managers to develop and execute recruiting plans;
- Coordinate and implement college recruiting initiatives;
- Build strong relationships with hiring teams to effectively manage the recruiting process;
- Develop and maintain relationships with employment agencies, placement firms and job posting site account managers;
- Maintain EEOC log of all interviews conducted;
- Maintain data and distribute reports for open positions, candidate pipeline, pending candidates, offers extended, closed candidate log, and employee referral database;
- Perform employment and background checks;
- Prepare various HR Reports e.g. Recruitment, Retention, etc.;
- Create and maintain of employee personnel files;
- Administration of Employee Referral Program.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Tech Director
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a full-time Technology Director to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. This individual will lead large scale application initiatives while guiding our team of developers to see through each project from planning to execution, including communicating with clients to gather requirements and provide status.
Our ideal candidate is a senior level individual with a minimum of five years experience independently leading internet application projects, working directly with clients, and a solid background in .NET development. Agency experience is a requirement.
You must possess proven leadership abilities, a strong understanding of web development principles, and the ability to develop simple solutions to complex problems. You’ll need top-notch communication (oral and written) skills for collaborating with clients and our team. You must be able to represent our company with professionalism and integrity whenever you interact with our clients. Ability to travel is required. Of course, you’ll need to be highly proficient in ASP.NET, C#, SQL, design patterns and have an extensive HTML background. It is also desired that you have experience with enterprise level CMS and e-commerce packages.
Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree;
- 5+ years experience building internet applications, with a solid background in web architecture;
- 5+ years experience planning/estimating projects and managing teams;
- 2+ years experience in an agency environment;
- Strong understanding of web development principles, and the ability to develop simple solutions to complex problems;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to collaborate with team members and possess efficient problem solving skills;
- Ability to participate in our development efforts when appropriate, experience with .net or JAVA application development;
- Experience with enterprise scale CMS, ecommerce or community platforms;
- Strong project management skills;
- Flexibility to travel is required.
Responsibilities:
- Quickly gain a thorough understanding of our clients' industries and objectives;
- Estimate projects based on high level architecture you develop;
- Manage team workload, project deadlines and staff the team appropriately;
- Be proactive in seeking information, clarification and product knowledge;
- Collaborate with the internal team to provide recommendations for in-scope applications and packages;
- Participate in the development of coding standards and methodologies;
- Work independently and efficiently to meet agreed-upon deadlines;
- Brainstorm with team members and think on the fly;
- Represent our company with professionalism and integrity whenever you interact with our clients;
- Continually further your experience with current technologies and practices;
- Mentor and instruct junior team members on proper coding techniques.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Web Analyst
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a Web Analyst contractor to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. As a Web Analyst, you will report to the lead Strategist/Analyst and play an important role in helping grow EPAM Empathy Lab’s marketing and analytics practice by applying a deep understanding of industry best practices, marketplace trends, competitive forces, client needs and business drivers. You will assist in the development of online analytics and marketing strategies in order to leverage innovative and highly effective tactics that propel our clients’ businesses forward, support new business pursuits and client needs, as well as elevate Empathy Lab’s visibility and reputation in the market place.
Our ideal candidate will have functioned as a Web Analyst with an interactive marketing and strategy focus in a digital agency environment for at least 2 years. Candidates must have a proven history of applying insightful marketing and analytics strategy foundations for companies. A passion for deep dive analytics, brands, technology, business, innovation, people, measurement, success, and collaboration is paramount. The successful candidate will possess the ability to 1) identify ideas and create opportunities for our clients, 2) optimize budget and programs through innovation and scrutiny to achieve the best possible return on the marketing investment, and 3) to guide clients and our growing team down the right path. This position has two key areas of responsibility designed to support our analytics and our marketing strategy.
For more information on this and other EPAM Empathy Lab jobs, please visit http://www.empathylab.com/company/careers
Requirements:
- 2+ years of demonstrated experience in a similar role;
- A degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field;
- Experience extracting and analyzing data of Omniture and Google Analytics (Coremetrics, WebTrends and others is a plus);
- Familiarity with tag creation and reading tagging design documents;
- Key understanding of, passion for, and utilization of digital media analytics, strategy, and marketing;
- Prior marketing and analytics experience within a digital strategy agency or a similar setting in order to provide strategic direction and insight driven analysis;
- A background providing marketing and analytics support to a variety of online media clients (ecommerce, non-profit, etc.);
- Strong knowledge of integrated marketing and CRM disciplines (including marketing research, general marketing, advertising, direct marketing, customer care, etc.);
- Proven experience creating and explaining dashboard reports;
- Successful experience developing and managing expectations of internal teams, outside vendors, and clients;
- Proven expertise in interactive marketing and advertising with an emphasis on Media & Entertainment, strategy and analytics; and business development;
- Sound business acumen, strategic skills, common sense, and solid negotiation skills;
- Proven ability to take direction and constructive criticism along with the ability to work independently;
- Know-how to take projects to successful completion while multi-tasking, prioritizing, and working within tight deadlines;
- A natural tendency to set goals, demonstrate a ‘go-getter’ attitude, and take initiative with little oversight;
- Creative thinking and analytical problem solving abilities combined with the natural drive to stay ahead of industry best practices and emerging trends;
- Solid ability to gather large amounts of data and statistics and, in turn, provide concise client-specific reporting and analysis;
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills; comfortable presenting to multiple size groups.
Responsibilities:
- Creating, recommending, and executing relevant measurement strategies and plans based on client-specific business goals;
- Tailoring unique measurement tactics with minor overarching best practices;
- Reviewing and interpreting existing data, performing analytics audits, and making recommendations based on track results across multiple marketing channels;
- Advising clients and internal teams on interactive marketing and analytics strategy to ensure the most efficient tools and tactics are explored and utilized;
- Extracting and analyzing data of Omniture, Google Analytics, and Coremetrics;
- Creating and dissecting dashboard reports for various levels of review;
- Developing KPIs for each client/brand that aligns with and supports with the business objectives;
- Researching and leveraging data, analytics and business intelligence to shape client strategies and key performance indicators;
- Synthesizing the ‘big picture’ and incorporating the details that drive the client and industry specific strategy;
- Tag creation and reading tagging design documents;
- Executing keyword research, link building, and content recommendations either from provided client data or from independent research;
- Developing and coordinating various initiatives including: affiliate or email marketing, media planning/buying/reporting, paid search advertising (i.e. display, general, retargeting);
- Managing various external vendors: online - content management, data analysis, research tools, 3rd party ad server; offline - response, letter shop, telemarketing vendors;
- Researching current competitive landscapes and applying those findings in order to develop viable marketing plans, negotiate media buys, and ultimately leverage knowledge for client gain;
- Working with team leads to define and document the overall scope of internal projects;
- Supporting our teams in developing and implementing strategic recommendations around our innovative solutions, services, and industry trends.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Media & Entertainment Account Director
| Department: | Account/Engagement Manager |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking an Account Director (M&E) to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. As an Account Director in the Media & Entertainment team, you will play a key role in helping grow EPAM Empathy Lab’s M&E practice by applying your deep understanding of the digital entertainment landscape, marketplace trends, competitive forces, consumer needs and business drivers. You will assist in the development of client relationships and engagements through your proven experience in conceiving and implementing winning digital entertainment strategies and innovative product and consumer experiences that will propel our clients’ businesses forward, support our new business pursuits and client needs, as well as elevate Empathy Lab’s visibility and reputation in the market place.
Our ideal candidate will have functioned as an interactive Account Director with a media and entertainment focus in an agency environment with at least 7 years of account management experience and 3 years of experience operating in a relevant leadership capacity. Candidates must have a proven history of applying insightful strategy development and exceptional management skill to client work. A passion for brands, technology, business, innovation, people, measurement, success, and collaboration is paramount. The successful candidate must possess the ability to identify ideas and create opportunities for our clients and have a natural ability to guide them and our growing team down the right path.
For more information on this and other EPAM Empathy Lab jobs, please visit http://www.empathylab.com/company/careers
Requirements:
- An expert understanding of and passion for digital media and entertainment distribution and deployment;
- A degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field;
- 7+ years of demonstrated experience developing and growing client relationships within a M&E discipline - strong client references are necessary;
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience developing strategies and products in television and film digital distribution;
- Experience directing client accounts within a digital strategy agency or a similar setting;
- Proven expertise in interactive marketing and advertising with an emphasis on M&E, strategy and analytics; and business development;
- Sound business acumen; strategic skills; common sense, and solid negotiation skills;
- Track record of leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities;
- Proven ability to manage projects to successful completion, multi-task, and work within tight deadlines;
- Ability to lead a team effectively, delegate tasks accordingly, and provide direction to other members on the team;
- Key understanding and utilization of business practices including P&L experience;
- Proven track record of managing high level accounts to hit profitability targets;
- Creative thinking and analytical problem solving abilities;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Leading the team as the expert digital marketing partner within the client’s organization acting as overall client and inter-agency marketing owner and plan leader;
- Leading internal teams in developing and implementing strategic recommendations around our innovative solutions, services, and M&E industry trends;
- Establishing a thorough knowledge and understanding of our clients’ business, goals and services;
- Collaborate on common goals with client’s product and marketing teams as well as each of their respective external alliance partners, agencies and other vendors;
- Leading development of communication strategy and messaging plans. Create compelling customer value propositions and digital marketing strategy;
- Working with our executive client engagement lead to build relationships and grow a new business pipeline within the client's organization;
- Proactively identifying new or unique ways to contribute to the growth of the M&E practice through new opportunities or risk management;
- Implementing effective business practices to forecast and manage profit and loss. Scope, monitor, and manage risk that accurately identifies and assesses scope changes and their impact to the schedule and budget;
- Quickly learning and absorbing clients’ objectives and perform detailed evaluations of client business environment including customer needs, capabilities/assets, and competitive realities to identify unique market opportunities;
- Developing frameworks to help clients refine their digital marketing strategy in the M&E area;
- Creating and recommending relevant digital marketing strategies and tactics to achieve business goals, while leading the process of turning insights and ideas into actionable strategic plans and roadmaps;
- Researching and leveraging data, analytics and business intelligence to shape client strategies and key performance indicators;
- Recruiting, managing, supporting, and leading direct reports in order to fulfill client objectives and further Empathy Lab’s solidarity;
- Coordinating cross-functional internal resources, while working with team leads to define and document the overall scope of internal projects;
- Managing stakeholder expectations and communication flow with the project team.
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Digital Strategist
| Department: | Consulting and Business Analysis |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking a Digital Strategist – M&E to join our Philadelphia area team of professionals. As a Strategist you will assist the VP of M&E Accounts by playing a key role in helping grow EPAM Empathy Lab’s Media and Entertainment practice by applying a deep understanding of media and entertainment and best practices, marketplace trends, competitive forces, consumer needs and business drivers. You will assist in the development of innovative and highly effective strategies that propel our clients businesses forward, support new business pursuits, and elevate Empathy Lab’s visibility and reputation in the market place.
Our ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in a similar role with a strong focus on media and entertainment. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level professional looking to advance their career with an established digital agency.
For more information on this and other EPAM Empathy Lab jobs, please visit http://www.empathylab.com/company/careers
Requirements:
- 5-8 years of experience in a similar role and a proven track record of digital strategy;
- A solid understanding of and passion for digital media distribution and deployment;
- Agency experience is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with and assist VP of M&E in keeping ahead of trending and best practices and client strategy;
- Leverage third-party research, tools, and other sources to develop insights, write, and communicate POV’s, whitepapers, and blogs;
- Facilitate meetings, working sessions and workshops internally or with clients, participate in conferences and speaking events distribute relevant/timely articles, stats, trends, and other research to internal teams and to clients as needed;
- Inspire and fuel big ideas while working with multi-disciplinary teams across strategy, analytics, account management, project management, client development, experience design, creative, UX and technology;
- Act as a primary client facing team lead and billable resource for all MSO customers throughout product and scope definition phases and evolution;
- Ideate and define innovative and highly effective strategies designed to deliver measurable business results;
- Effectively collaborate in presentation of strategies, concepts, and ideas to key executives;
- Participate in the design of insight driven strategies from opportunity identification through to creation of experience design and implementation. Structure and present recommendations to senior client leadership for buy-in;
- Perform detailed evaluation of client business environment including customer needs, capabilities/assets, and competitive realities to identify unique market opportunities;
- Create and/or recommend relevant digital marketing strategies and tactics to achieve business goals, turn insights and ideas into actionable strategic plans and roadmaps;
- Research and leverage data, analytics and business intelligence to shape strategies and key performance indicators. Effectively guide clients down successful paths in response to changes in the competitive landscape or industry trends;
- Develop frameworks to help clients refine their e-commerce / digital marketing strategies. Review, document and assess quantitative and qualitative research and data;
- Work collaboratively with sales and practice lead along with strategy lead to contribute to new business pursuits including strategic planning, proposal development, deck writing, and pitch meetings;
- Conduct strategic analysis of businesses, markets, brands, and customer experiences;
- Perform data analysis and develop business cases;
- Collaborate and partner with account management to drive strategic leadership into key accounts;
- Proactively identify new or unique ways to contribute to the growth of the M&E practice, as MSO SME subject matter expert, through new opportunities or risk management;
- Ensure activities align to practice plan and ensure best practices are being followed (particularly with respect to technology, UX/IA and design) and flag areas that need improvement;
- Lead the development of Empathy Lab’s TVE product by contributing to the product definition/management and overall strategy;
- Keep up-to-date and ahead of relevant knowledge (ex. reading industry blogs, books, newsletters, conferences, etc.)
Conditions:
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours, and company holidays;
- No dress code;
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving real problems for an exciting client list;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed beers!);
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
- The chance for an annual bonus and 401k matching plan.
Senior JavaScript Engineer
| Department: | User Experience and Design |
| Location: | Conshohocken, PA |
We are currently seeking several Senior JavaScript Engineers to join our Conshohocken area team for an exciting new project. We are flexible with either a direct fulltime hire or a long term contract.
In this role, you will work with the internal technology team to ensure highly reliable, stable, and usable solutions for a large scale project with a high profile client. This is a highly complex, ground-breaking project on a single page application running within an embedded browser on a consumer device that will be used by millions of people. The project involves writing raw JavaScript that is optimized for performance for an embedded web kit browser with hardware constraints (no libraries). If you are an innovative, passionate, hands-on problem-solver who is prepared to think outside-the-box and be challenged, this is perfect for you.
Our ideal candidate, first and foremost, has a genuine curiosity for experimenting with the web (mainly JavaScript and JS frameworks) and making cool stuff. You should enjoy combining new and proven tools to develop compelling solutions to challenging problems. You will also possess the ability to articulate complex information to clients or stakeholders who may not have technical backgrounds. Previous experience as a Front-End Developer/ JavaScript Architect in a digital agency environment is preferred but not required.
Requirements:
- Senior level experience with JavaScript and be capable of developing advanced applications without relying on a JavaScript framework;
- Deep understanding of how JavaScript applications execute within a browser, including advanced skill in performance tuning;
- Experience developing dynamic single page JavaScript applications;
- A solid grasp of software design principles, agile and TDD principles;
- A strong attention to detail and desire for correctness.
Additional:
- Some professional experience with to modern JavaScript frameworks such as: jQuery, require.js, backbone.js, underscore.js, et al;
- Experience with server side languages such as: Python, ASP.net , JAVA , PHP and frameworks such as: Rails, .Net MVC, Spring, Django;
- The ability to self-start and self-manage among changing priorities and environments;
- Experience creating 508 compliant sites is desired.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the technical lead and project managers to help communicate technical risks and constraints for given projects;
- Represent our company with professionalism and integrity whenever you interact with our clients.
Conditions:
- The ability to work on truly cutting-edge work and support from upper management to enhance your craft and get to the next step of your career;
- A chance for annual bonus;
- Flexible office hours, plenty of PTO, summer hours and company holidays;
- Catered weekly meals and snacks (including home brewed adult beverages!);
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plus short and long term disability;
- A 401K matching plan plus a synthetic equity plan.
