Rizen Creative has added to their staff, with a “kick-ass office assistant” named Bethany. More details are available on Rizen Creative’ blog.
Congratulations Bethany.
Job Opening: Web Developer
Drake Cooper in Boise has an opening for a Web Developer. From the job description:
The ideal candidate for our full-time Web Developer position comes with a couple of years of relevant experience and lives and breathes web. This candidate is someone who can write code and keeps a finger on the pulse of interactive design trends. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must. Candidate must be self-directed with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision. We are looking for both passion and creativity.
Technical Prerequisites:
The ability to code semantic, standards-based xhtml and bulletproof css. Experience with jquery or other javascript frameworks is a must. ASP.NET knowledge is a big plus.
Resumes / portfolios / questions about the position should be sent to Amanda Cash-Crowley at Drake Cooper.
New Hires at Stoltz Marketing Group
Stoltz Marketing Group has added to their staff with two new hires:
First, Sydney Sallabanks has joined the agency as Public Relations Director to lead the agency’s strategic communications and public relations practice. with two decades of public relations experience, Sydney has particular expertise in media relations, crisis mitigation, public affairs, strategic communications, campaigns and signature events.
Prior to joining Stoltz Marketing Group, she was most recently was principal at Gallatin Public Affairs, where she was responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications plans and managing media relations for a diverse group of clients including the University of Idaho, Friedman Memorial Airport and Idaho Public Television. Before Gallatin, she was director of communications at University of Idaho, Boise where she served as regional press secretary to the university president and managed internal and external communications. She is president of the Idaho delegation of the Public Relations Society of America and a board member and lobbyist of the Idaho Press Club. She is a longstanding volunteer with local charitable organizations including Junior League Boise and Big Brother/Big Sister. A graduate of Leadership Boise, Sydney has also been honored as “Woman of the Year” by the Idaho Business Review and recognized as one of Boise’s “Accomplished Under 40.” She is a graduate of the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism.
The second new hire or note is, well…me.
No, this is not some belated April Fool’s Day joke.
I’ve joined Stoltz Marketing Group as Interactive Services Manager. I’ll be working with a variety of key accounts, and will be involved with a number of client and agency initiatives in the online space. Long-time readers of the Idaho Ad Agencies blog are familiar with my past experience and history, so I’ll spare you the details here.
But fear not, dear readers — the Idaho Ad Agencies blog will continue much as it has in the past. Like the industry, it has evolved over time, and will continue to do so into the future.
BSU Event: Wasn’t That a Party, Eh?
Boise State University’s Canadian Studies Program, as part of Canada Week, is presenting a talk by Ray LeBlond, Director of Corporate Communications for Tourism BC.
From the organizers:
In his presentation Mr. LeBlond will tell some of the inside stories on the Olympics and talk about what happens next — including the economic impact of hosting the Olympics. And of course Vancouver’s motivation behind the winter Olympics was filling hotel rooms there in the winter (since it wasn’t traditionally thought of as a winter destination) so he’ll talk about how they build on the momentum now
Ray’s talk is titled: “Wasn’t that a party, eh? Reliving Canada’s biggest event ever- a few stories, a few lessons and answering the big question- what comes next?”
The event will be held in the Lookout Room of the Student Union Building at Boise State University and is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
It is free and open to the public.
The Savvy Designer’s Guide to Success
AIGA Idaho’s next event is coming up on Thursday, April 15th. This event is titled The Savvy Designer’s Guide to Success and presented by Jeff Fisher. From the event’s listing on the AIGA Idaho site:
Jeff Fisher’s presentation will keep you moving toward the career track you want. You’ll learn to:
- Market yourself and your business more effectively
- Set pricing and master the all-important art of client communication
- Choose a career path that will balance happiness and financial success
- Improve your professional image and bounce back from mistakes
- Putting yourself “out there” with books, articles and speaking engagements
“The Savvy Designer’s Guide to Success” is a practical — and sometimes daring — guide to turning your creative talent into a flourishing career in the competitive, ever-changing world of graphic design. Come prepared with your career questions for this 32-year design industry veteran.
The event will be held at The Watercooler in Boise, and is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m.
Cost is $15 for AIGA members, $25 for non-members, and $10 for students.
More details and how to register can be found on the AIGA Idaho site.