a & g is all about the “&”.  We’re one symbol & we’re limitless possibilities.  The energy that brings our ideas and connections to life is our people.  We’re musicians & video game connoisseurs & sneaker junkies & closet karaoke singers & marathon runners & extreme stationary cyclists & chronic gigglers & iPod addicts.  We’re people who use our unique backgrounds & talents to help our clients move their business forward.  We’re people who do what we love & we are visionaries that work hard, meet deadlines & have fun doing it.  We want uncommon thinkers & dreamers & visionaries who are all about pushing limits & going beyond the expected.  If this gets you excited & you want to add your “&” to our list, we want to hear from you.  Check us out at www.a-g.com.  Open Positions: Interactive ACD Marketing Supervisor Social Media Producer Digital Media Planner ASSOCIATE MARKETING CAMPAIGN PRODUCER

Interactive ACD

Position Overview

We’re searching for those unique individuals who can not only create and conceive killer interactive work, but can also lead both active and new business projects without breaking a sweat.

Jugglers please apply.

We’re looking for someone that has an intense passion for the digital space.  Did I mention intense?

Needless to say, several years of experience and a head for understanding branding work are integral to this position, but we also need someone who can kill it with a “Big Idea” at the drop of a job start.
A sense of humor, dry or otherwise, and the ability and desire to work in a collaborative environment will definitely help.

We’re looking for a digital visionary who will bring our creative product to the next level.

Sound interesting, read on.

Job Description, The Nuts and Bolts

The Interactive ACD is responsible for the conception, design, and execution of innovative visual materials for integrated, cross channel initiatives including: large web initiatives, online advertising and digital marketing. The individual who fills this role should possess strong either conceptual copy or design skills and assist the Creative Director in improving the conceptual, technical and creative performance of staff within his or her group.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create a range of concepts and designs for each project and be able to partner with copywriters to insure the art direction and visual presentation supports the concept.  
• Communicate visual designs, motion design, concepts and storyboards through presentations and securing client approval of recommended designs.
• Lead interactive teams of designers, copywriters, and production artists to execute cross channel and digital work.
• Inspire a team of designers, juggle multiple projects simultaneously, and work closely with clients.  
• Be self-motivated with a positive attitude and have strong communication and presentations skills.

Core Competencies

• Understands the relationship between digital space vehicles and the benefits/limitations they provide to traditional and new marketing strategies.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, manage day to day media issues, and delgate effectively.
• Uncompromising attention to detail.
• Strong  communication (written and oral) and interpersonal savvy.
• Initiative and innovation in problem solving and task management.
• A working understanding of broad based business principals including: sales, distribution, finance, pricing and operations.
• A desire to explore fresh and innovative ways to deliver our clients’ advertising message and test new ideas and push the boundaries of the medium.

Specific Qualifications Include:

• This position requires 5+ years of art, design or copy direction experience as well as formal design training with exceptional conceptual and design skills.  
• A deep understanding of web production and the capabilities within digital channels, HTML and the capabilities of web browsers is essential.  
• Expert use of Photoshop, Image Ready, Illustrator & Quark/Indesign if an art director or designer, a must.
• Understanding of Flash, After Effects, and Video production is a plus.

We will only review candidates with online portfolios (no PDFs) so be sure to send the URL.  Please email your inquiry along with your online portfolio to:

dan lyons | a&g
director, human resources & competitive volleyballer & proud dog owner
the arsenal on the charles, 311 arsenal street, watertown, ma 02472 usa
t. 1.617.972.1835  |  f. 1.617.972.1135 | e. dlyons@a-g.com  |  w. a-g.com

Allen & Gerritsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Marketing Supervisor

Job Description

We are looking for a Marketing Supervisor who is a leader, teacher and mentor.  Their role is as much about nurturing their subordinates as it is about serving the client. Marketing Supervisors are well read business experts not only in their clients business/categories, but in the advertising industry as well.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Audience Intelligence / Business Intelligence

• Directs research initiatives on the client’s behalf.

Finance and Administration

• Is ultimately responsible for account financial performance including recommendations to alter performance where appropriate.
• Has a strong understanding of all aspects of the agency business.
• Responsible for monthly financial performance updates.

Execution / Workflow / Process

• Works to improve agency workflow and process as appropriate.

Strategic Development / Planning

• Owns/drives the annual planning process.
• A proven problem solver.
• Adept at evaluating creative/media/idea recommendations in the context of the approved strategy.

Personnel / Team Management

• Administers performance reviews, establishes growth goals and provides opportunities for growth/fulfillment among support staff.
• Internal Initiatives
• Leads any internal, ad hoc, initiatives that may arise.

Client Relationship

• Maintains strong relationships at multiple levels within the client organization.
• A proven marketing counselor to the client.

Business Development

• Works closely with MGD in the pursuit of new business.
• Actively leads initiatives which maximize client revenues/income.

Specific Qualifications Include:

• 6 – 8 years of marketing/agency related experience and should be performing at a high level of frequency and proficiency.
• A degree or two (a masters wouldn't hurt)
• Solid integrated advertising and strategy experience from an advertising agency
• B2C and/or B2B client experience, a strong plus
• Must have demonstrated excellent management and leadership skills
• Effective at delegating assignments, management of staff, as well as client marketing programs.

Office Location:

Located in the historic Arsenal Building on the Charles overlooking the Charles River.  311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA  02472.  Free parking and public transportation is available.

If interested, please contact:

dan lyons | a&g
director, human resources & competitive volleyballer & proud dog owner
the arsenal on the charles, 311 arsenal street, watertown, ma 02472 usa
t. 1.617.972.1835  |  f. 1.617.972.1135 | e. dlyons@a-g.com  |  w. a-g.com

Allen & Gerritsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Social Media Producer

Position Overview:

We are a fiercely independent advertising agency that is looking for a smart and insightful individual to join our Digital Production team.
 
The Social Media Producer is a full-time position that specializes in online word of mouth and conversational marketing methods. This position will be engaged in multiple campaigns across multiple clients and verticals.  This position takes the lead on several social media marketing campaigns and works a team to assist in the execution.

The successful candidate is an experienced marketer with 2-5 years under his/her belt.  You have embraced social media professionally as well as personally.  You have demonstrated an understanding of social media.  You have a desire to bloom into a digital strategist.

Core Responsibilities:

• You are curious, creative, honest, entrepreneurial, ready for a change, full of ideas, and inclined to blur the lines between agency disciplines.
• You have strong social media expertise – including major social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, MySpace), niche social media environments, popular message boards/forums, social bookmarking outlets, (Digg, Delicious, Stumble Upon) video portals (YouTube, MetaCafe, Vimeo) knowledge place sites (Mahalo, Yahoo! Answers, eHow), etc.
• You will manage and execute SoMe projects first and foremost, but you are also a content producer for the agency. You are producing presentation content for new business efforts; emerging technology/media ramification content for the blog and agency consideration.
• You will help define a business model as well as develop campaign strategies, timelines and action plans
• You will take a lead on assigned campaigns and manage a team to assist in the marketing execution
• You will develop and track innovations in blogs, social networks, user generated content outlets, social bookmarking sites and other appropriate social media destinations relevant to the project’s audience
• You have strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• You have previous experience in managing and leading a team
• You are highly organized.  You are an excellent multi-tasker able to handle multiple social media campaigns simultaneously.
• You have enough technology savvy to be able to build a blog, put a widget on a website, or maybe even hack an iPhone.

Office Location:

Located in the historic Arsenal Building on the Charles overlooking the Charles River.  311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA  02472.  Free parking and public transportation is available.

If interested, please contact:

dan lyons | a&g
director, human resources & competitive volleyballer & proud dog owner
the arsenal on the charles, 311 arsenal street, watertown, ma 02472 usa
t. 1.617.972.1835  |  f. 1.617.972.1135 | e. dlyons@a-g.com  |  w. a-g.com

Allen & Gerritsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Digital Media Planner

Overall Purpose:

• The digital media planner (DMP) is the day-to-day focal point of the account.  It is the DMP who is expected to have a complete and unquestioned understanding of their assigned clients media business.  They are also expected to have an understanding of their client’s overall business and marketing objectives.
• The DMP is steward of the media planning process and is expected to provide mid-level strategic recommendations to the senior media team and/or the client.  The position is usually supported by the Digital Media Associate and reports to the Digital Media Director.
• The DMP is expected to have a strong working knowledge of the media space (including traditional media) and available media research.  They are also expected to be proficient with industry tools (ad serving, research) and procedures (both media and inter-department).

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Day-to-day management of the media plan, both display and search, including oversight of buy recommendations, execution details, budgets/accounting
• Develops analysis that leads to optimization recommendations
• Works with senior management to develop strategies and recommendations for media plans
• Deep understanding of client’s ad serving/tracking platform
• Regular bid management of search campaigns, build keywords, write keyword copy

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of digital media experience, including at least 1 year of search experience
• Good writing and verbal communication skills (including presentation skills)
• Strong analytic skills and ability to relate results to client business objectives
• Understands the concepts of reach, frequency, and ROI

Office Location:

Located in the historic Arsenal Building on the Charles overlooking the Charles River.  311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA  02472.  Free parking and public transportation is available.

If interested, please contact:

dan lyons | a&g
director, human resources & competitive volleyballer & proud dog owner
the arsenal on the charles, 311 arsenal street, watertown, ma 02472 usa
t. 1.617.972.1835  |  f. 1.617.972.1135 | e. dlyons@a-g.com  |  w. a-g.com

Allen & Gerritsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

ASSOCIATE MARKETING CAMPAIGN PRODUCER

Allen & Gerritsen (also known as a&g) is all about the “&”.  We’re one symbol & we’re limitless possibilities.  We’re an energetic, independent, full-service agency that is bent on redefining the role of advertising partnerships for mid and large market clients.  The energy that brings our ideas and connections to life is our people.  We’re musicians & video game connoisseurs & sneaker junkies & closet karaoke singers & marathon runners & extreme stationary cyclists & chronic gigglers & iPod addicts.  We’re people who use our unique backgrounds & talents to help our clients move their business forward.  We’re people who do what we love & we are visionaries that work hard, meet deadlines & have fun doing it.  We want uncommon thinkers & dreamers & visionaries who are all about pushing limits & going beyond the expected.  If this gets you excited & you want to add your “&” to our list, we want to hear from you.  We are currently seeking likeminded individuals to fill an Associate Marketing Campaign Producer role on our Marketing team.

OVERALL PURPOSE:

This is an entry-level, development position for individuals interested in career growth in account management/marketing. Qualified individuals will have some prior advertising agency experience in account service (internship or full time). This position requires a high-energy person that works well in a team-based, fast paced, detail-oriented environment. The Associate Marketing Campaign producer is responsible for supporting other Marketing Campaign Producer(s) with the day-to-day activities on a global B2B account.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Support and collaborate with Supervisor on all aspects of the account (both tactical and strategic)
• Act as a liaison between the client and all agency departments to ensure efficient project workflow and that client expectations are met
• Participate in the development of the creative strategy and work with the team and discipline leads to execute it, involving people at the optimal levels for project success and overall account utilization (goals, deliverables, schedule, budget, resources)
• Manage, evaluate, allocate resources, analyze and respond to project change requests
• Assist with scope development/estimating and ensure that projects stay on budget, negotiate/revise scope of work if necessary
• Ensure timely invoicing on all projects
• Attend and facilitate weekly status meeting with client, and client meetings/calls
• Create project timelines
• Perform competitive analyses
• Additional Requirements:
• Must have strong presentation, verbal and written skills
• Works well under pressure and motivates and engages team to produce best possible results.
• Be able to handle multiple projects at one time.
• Must have 6 months to 1 year prior advertising agency experience in account service (internship or full time).

If interested, please contact:

dan lyons | a&g
director, human resources & competitive volleyballer & proud dog owner
the arsenal on the charles, 311 arsenal street, watertown, ma 02472 usa
t. 1.617.972.1835  |  f. 1.617.972.1135 | e. dlyons@a-g.com  |  w. a-g.com

Allen & Gerritsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/

 

Location: Waltham, MA
Position Type: Full Time
Requisition ID: 188114
Radio Disney in Boston, MA seeks a motivated Account Executive to sell local advertising, sponsorships and events in the Boston market. Radio Disney is owned and operated by the Walt Disney Company.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities for Account Executives include, but not limited to providing outstanding client service that becomes the standard of the station and meet specific monthly local revenue goals. Present radio media schedules, appearance packages, sales promotions and sponsorship opportunities to existing and new Radio Disney clients. Prepare and execute a successful sales plan that meets and exceeds monthly, quarterly and annual revenue budgets. Supervise sold programs through execution and collection stage.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent experience

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years sales experience in a similar role
• Any sales and/or sales promotion, sponsorship sales, special events sales, media sales preferred
• Ideal candidate will have experience with children’s marketing

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrate experience with Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel

Non-Technical Skills:

• Able to address customer/client needs while following company procedures
  
• Effectively able to present information publicly to potential clients
• Able to communicate with others through written and verbal communication

  Send your resume to Alison Harris: Station Manager.

 

Description

The VP Marketing is responsible for all aspects of the marketing program for Seaport Hotels and the World Trade Center, as well as all food and beverage outlets located on the Seaport campus. (S)he is responsible for the support and advancement of Seaport positioning and brand identity. (S)he is responsible for the development and reinforcement of product and service standards for existing products and the development and launching of new concepts and products. (S)he is responsible for communicating all programs related to the hotel, World Trade Center and restaurants within the campus, to the Seaport tenants, travel and meeting professionals, and the consumer marketplace.

This position repots to the President and Managing Director, Seaport Companies.

Schedule Requirements

The primary work schedule is Monday through Friday. During peak times occasional nights and weekends may be necessary. Travel may be required and some overnight stay possible.

Objectives

• With the management team, define the positioning of the Seaport products and services among the various market segments which they serve.
  
• Harmonize all communications to provide a positive and consistent image which supports the positioning and optimizes the use of outside resources and funds.
  
• Build awareness of Seaport, including all aspects of the hotel offering, the World Trade Center, meeting rooms and food and beverage outlets.
  
• In coordination with Sales team, develop pricing, distribution and promotional strategies
  
• Develop and execute programs which generate revenue for these destinations both from on and off campus sources, in both the B2B and B2C markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage communication content across several channels, including: public relations, print and radio media, Seaport website, and other electronic media and distribution channels. Select and manage external agencies where required.
• With the operations and sales teams, develop promotions which are practical, motivating, profitable and tailored to multiple market segments
  
• With the management team, develop new product concepts, define the product and service standards, and develop and execute launch plans
  
• Define market research needs and develop a plan to better track competitors and determine and serve both current and potential customer needs. Monitor customer satisfaction on an ongoing basis.
  
• Seek out and create partnership opportunities which increase visibility and generate traffic
  
• Work with sales team to create support materials which are effective and necessary.
  
• Communicate plans and results to executive management.
  
• Manage the marketing budget.
  

Qualifications

• Several years experience in marketing at a large hotel or hotel chain, including knowledge of food and beverage and meetings.
  
• Ability to effectively manage outside agencies (public relations, internet, advertising) while working within a limited budget
  
• Ability to define and manage a multi-faceted marketing program. This individual must be someone who has worked independently, without a large corporate framework, at some point in their career.
  
• BA or BS degree; Master’s degree is a plus

Please send resumés to: jobs@seaportboston.com

Open Positions

• Sr. Copywriter Reference #32317BR
• Account Supervisor Reference # 37447BR
• Lead Publishing Designer Reference # 37448BR

Sr. Copywriter Reference #32317BR

Framingham, MA
Reference #32317BR

As part of the Agency at Staples, work directly with print and web Designers and Art Directors to create sales-generating, award-winning, effective marketing pieces. Projects range from concepts and campaigns to direct mail pieces and promotion, online includes email marketing, online promotions, sitelettes and rich media exploration.

Writer must be versatile in many different types of communications, and possess the ability to move quickly and comfortably between multiple projects.
Lead in development of copy for high-visibility, high impact projects, work closely with designers to ensure headlines and visuals work hand-in-hand and are consistent to the concept. Present a range of work that shows a thoughtful approach to strategy.
Understand business partners and their marketing objectives. Work to drive the business through compelling copy and supporting the unique and differentiated brand voice. Understand how strategy translates into concept and execution.

Work closely with fellow Copywriters in a mentor role, providing creative leadership in developing a consistent brand voice. Demonstrate the ability to lead a project and team, in addition work with very little supervision. Keep up to date on creative as well as online trends. Provide guidance and leadership to the team members. Ability to concept and present a must.

• Develop compelling copy that differentiates the brand, is right for our customers and helps to aggressively drive key initiatives
• Create concepts that are extendable into campaigns and synchronize extensions with other marketing channels
• Drive our brand image and Easy brand promise by maintaining an in-depth understanding of marketing approaches This will allow the Sr. Copywriter to monitor the creative delivered to ensure that brand standards are met and make sound voice suggestions when needed
• Drive continuous process improvement to discover efficiencies and make recommendations within the department and at the same time improve design capabilities
• Support copywriters during peak workload periods
• Provide guidance and prioritization recommendations
• Train newly hired and contract copywriters
• Partner with the account services to prioritize workload, identify potential capacity issues and determine strategies and solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree required, preferably with English/Journalism focus
• Must have 6-8 years advertising/B2B/DM experience, 3+ years Web experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of marketing, technology, and media.
• Ability to work comfortably on Macintosh and PC platforms.
• Must be motivated, hard working, highly organized, flexible during peak workload, detail oriented
• Must possess excellent project management, time-management and communication skills.
• Must be professional, able to deal with stress, have a good sense of humor and urgency.

Click Here to apply for this position online

Account Supervisor Reference # 37447BR

Framingham, MA
Reference # 37447BR

Position Overview

• Act as the primary point of contact for the Contract marketing team including the catalog, program and field marketing departments.
• Develop solid working relationships with the Director of product, programs and field marketing and their team of Marketing Managers and Specialists. Gain an understanding of overall promotional plans and project objectives in support of sales collateral and marketing materials for our Fortune 1000 customers.
• Lead the team in the day-to day management of more than 400 offline and online marketing projects through the creative development process. Develop actionable creative strategies that meet our agreed upon business objectives, inspire our creative team members and drive overall sales.
• Gain a solid understanding of the Contract customer to provide an insightful evaluation of ideas throughout the development process. Cultivate open and honest relationships with internal creative team members to help present and sell creative throughout the organization. Implement corporate and business unit brand standards within the creative for existing and new work. Partner with print services and marketing to communicate projects costs and budget requirements.
• Manage the team of 2 Account Executives and a Senior Account Executive. Hire, motivate and grow account team members into productive members of the Agency. Identify key growth opportunities and process improvements to maintain department efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in communication or marketing
• 5-7 years prior experience working in an account supervisor role preferred.
• Strong communication skills; both written and oral.
• Prior management experience required.
• Strong strategic and innovative thinking.
• Experience in developing customer insights and competitive analysis.
• Business-to-business experience a plus.

Apply online using our online application form.

Lead Publishing Designer Reference # 37448BR

JOB SUMMARY:

Framingham, MA
Reference # 37448BR

Position Overview

Oversee the use and implementation of publishing systems tools used by designers across multiple Staples Business Units, through hands-on testing and evaluation. Manage Help Desk and builder training for designers. Review and evaluate workflows and processes at each stage of production to check for accuracy and consistency and to ensure that the publishing system is accurately representing copy and design objectives. Recommend process improvements, workflow adjustments and tool development to suit business needs. Assist in the automated preparation of all final pages for print production. Utilizing various versions of Desktop Publishing systems, produce in high-volume, layouts for office supply catalog pages, design related print materials and develop online products. Thousands of pages and web-based collateral will be produced annually. Through strong understanding of design and designer requirements oversee implementation of new design and systems projects. Track status and implementation including deliverables, tollgates and changing requirements per business needs. Communicate with manager, fellow designers and external prepress vendors to secure necessary prepress specifications. Maintain applicable content database and application manuals as needed. Stay up to date on production standards, new systems and relevant procedures. Participate in demos and pilot programs for new software and new technology. Use advanced knowledge of XML, Adobe Creative Suite and print production workflow to drive efficiencies. Assist in management of all asset management projects through participating and facilitating meetings and projects specific to Corporate Imaging, Print History, Turn-In pro and OPS related tools. In this lead role represent design team and give feedback to manager on the needs of the team, workload capacity and overall morale. Act as back up for manager when necessary. Attend and participate in team meetings and agency events. Attend regular one-on-one meetings with management to gain insights on your current performance and developmental opportunities. Work with manager to provide mentoring and training opportunities for Technical Designers, Production Designers and Associate Production Designers. Work on your own and within the team to improve processes, reduce costs and focus on easy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Technical Degree required. Bachelor Degree preferred.
• 4-6 years related experience.
• Must be highly proficient in Macintosh operating systems, InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Quark Xpress as well as possess knowledge of electronic prepress, scanning and maintenance software.
• Must possess excellent knowledge of automated publishing workflows through XML and be familiar with Applescript.
• Must possess excellent production and creative related skills and the ability to work on multiple projects in a fast paced, high volume production environment.
• Must be motivated, highly organized, flexible, detail-oriented and possess excellent project management and communication skills.
• Flexibility during peak workload periods is a must.

Apply online using our online application form.

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