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An abrupt reversal

In October we wrote about the news of Chad Rea joining Oliver Russell as its new creative director. Well, it appears there’s been an about-face on that front recently.

Chad posted an update on LinkedIn that he would not be moving to Boise, but rather will remain in Austin, Texas.

You can read his full post here: Tomorrow, I’m starting with a clean slate.

Reading between the lines, it sounds like the fit may not have been there, on either side. And as is the case with any shop, the fit and the culture is just as, if not more important, than the job function itself.

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To those in advertising

Last summer, Muse by Clio launched, with Tim Nudd at the helm as editor in chief. For those with long memories, you may also recognize Tim’s name from his years with Adweek.

One of their early guest essays also proved to be among the most popular of the year. For those who haven’t read it, I encourage you to take a few minutes to do so:

To Those in Advertising: Yes, We Are Curing Cancer Here

Why what we do matters

And after you’re done, be sure to sign up for the Museletter, their daily email. It’s a good read each weekday morning.

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Job opening: Graphic Designer

Name Brand Promotions in Boise is looking for a Graphic Designer. From the job description:

We need a risk-taker, someone who is fearless & refuses to settle. A dynamic creative who break from the herd and forge their own path. Who pores over the latest graphic design photography and social trends for information and inspiration. They motivate us to be uncompromising, unapologetic, to express ourselves and stay true to who we are no matter the consequences. Someone who generates innovative, jaw-dropping ideas and loves bringing them to life!

We need a designer to implement our marketing plan, do web-work, photography, graphic design, creative.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create and implement marketing strategies.
  • Develop and implement our marketing calendar.
  • Work closely with the creative team to produce award-winning and compelling, integrated communications. campaigns that include traditional and digital media applications.
  • Translate high-level designs into production ready files.
  • Develop and organize marketing and branding materials.
  • Maintain the company’s website and support with our social media accounts (Facebook/Inista/LinkedIn)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Proactive in their work – when you have free time, recommend to the Design Lead what is next to get done, or reach out for direction (prepares work by gathering information and materials necessary).
  • Typography, Grid Systems, Composition.

Full details and how to apply can be found in the original job listing.

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Rob Osler joins Oliver Russell as Managing Director

Oliver Russell recently announced the addition of Rob Osler as Managing Director.

Osler, a Boise native, has held director-level roles in brand strategy and management at both public companies and at top agencies, including Fitch and Landor Associates.

At Oliver Russell, he’ll help manage business development opportunities, as well as provide operational support. Russ Stoddard will remain involved with the strategic direction of the agency and as a senior adviser on client work as needed. The hire comes on the heels of Chad Rea joining in September as Creative Director, and as Stoddard forms a new social impact consulting venture, Humanista.

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Mitchell+Palmer picks up ISU

As first reported by the Idaho State Journal, Idaho State University has selected Mitchell+Palmer for its first comprehensive, statewide marketing and advertising campaign.

According to the article, the school entered into an eight-month, $975,000 contract with Mitchell+Palmer last month, with the majority of that budget allocated to media placement.

The article also mentions that Mitchell+Palmer previously worked on projects for Boise State University for more than a decade, but given the size and scope of this new relationship with ISU, it seems safe to presume that Boise State has been relegated to the “former clients” category.