Client-side job opening: Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications

The College of Idaho in Caldwell has an opening for an Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications. From the job description:

The College of Idaho invites applications for a full-time Associate Vice President (AVP) for Marketing and Communications. The AVP is a member of the senior management team and is responsible for the strategic planning and direction of all marketing functions for The College of Idaho (C of I).

The AVP is institutionally focused, providing support for academic departments, the offices of Admission, College Relations, and Events. The AVP serves as the primary media contact and spokesperson for the College. The AVP provides public relations advice and furthers the College’s mission through publication and media relations work and content development in new media and online. The AVP manages the direction of work of outside vendors and consultants when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Five years of experience with a proven track record in strategic and complex multi-channel communications, highly developed management skills, exceptional written and verbal communications skills and a clear appreciation for technology-based outreach strategies.
  • Demonstrated success in a similar position working with top organizational leadership with a proven track record of contributing to high-level marketing and communications strategy and executing that strategy once developed.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite.
  • Ability to:
    • multi-task and meet deadlines.
    • work within the constraints of a limited budget.
    • work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
    • work evenings and weekends.
    • drive a personal or College vehicle for the purposes of College business.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, a resume, and the names and contact information of three references, two management and one professional to hr@collegeofidaho.edu. Application review will begin immediately, and will be accepted until suitable candidates are selected. To learn more about The College of Idaho please visit www.collegeofidaho.edu

On a personal note: This is my alma mater, so should one of you long-suffering visitors to this site get the job, know that I will be watching you. Always watching…

Job Opening: Accounting/Media Administrative Assistant

DaviesMoore in Boise has an opening for an Accounting/Media Administrative Assistant. From the job description:

The primary area of responsibility for this position is to provide support and coordination in the accounting department, servicing all of DaviesMoore’s clients. This includes maintaining a high level of awareness and organization with client activities, detail-oriented management, and professional communication with key client and billing contacts as needed.

The individual who fills this position must be driven and exemplify strong leadership qualities, as well as fit into the agency’s established culture that promotes autonomy with results.

Position responsibilities will include:

  • Accounts receivable/billing and accounts payable
  • Media reporting and reconciliations
  • STRATA media software radio and TV media billing
  • Coordinating link between media and accounting departments
  • Client budget/billing reports
  • Supporting the CFO, controller and media department whenever necessary

Education and Training:

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or relevant experience, with previous experience in radio & TV accounting. This is a long-term position with room for advancement as knowledge increases and proof of performance is achieved. The successful candidate will need to be able to manage a wide variety of tasks at one time with a strong emphasis on detail.

Responsibilities/Qualifications include:

  • Experience in broadcasting industry
  • Experience and familiarity with Microsoft Office
    • STRATA and Advantage software experience would be helpful
  • Accounts Payable, Intermediate Data Entry Numeric, Intermediate Data Entry Alphanumeric, Accounts Receivable, Intermediate Microsoft Excel, Intermediate Microsoft Word
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Have knowledge of billing and accounting processes & principles and the necessary operational environment including management and reporting
  • Be well organized, self directed, detail oriented and thorough
  • Perform while working necessary hours according to reporting/billing timelines
  • Be able to handle pressure and meet deadlines
  • Have excellent people skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of personalities
  • Maintain a professional appearance and persona
  • Be a responsible team player

Those interested in applying for this position should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@daviesmoore.com with the job title in the subject line by June 2nd.

Job Opening: Media Project Manager

Ivie & Associates recently posted a job opening on the Idaho Ad Agencies job board for a Media Project Manager in their Boise office. From the job listing:

GreenLeaf Media Services, a division of Ivie & Associates, is one of the largest media buying companies in Dallas/Fort Worth. Our clients include some of the most prominent retail corporations in the US.

GreenLeaf has an immediate opening for a media planner/coordinator. The position will be based in our Boise, ID office.

Some of the roles the ideal candidate will provide include:

Working with our client service team to formulate media plans and media buys for our retail clients.
Evaluate sponsorship/media proposals
Communicate with media vendors on campaign execution and added value.
Communicate and assist with partner agencies and vendors
Research

Interested candidates must have 1-2 years of prior experience in broadcast media planning/buying. Additional experience with a multi-unit retail company would also be desirable.

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

Job opening: Senior Art Director

Stoltz Marketing Group in Boise has an opening for a Senior Art Director:

Art Director, raconteur

We’re a Boise-based ad agency hell bent on being a gold standard creative shop serving B2B, B2C and CPG clients nationwide. We choose to live here because there are few other places in North America where you can do what we do at a high level and then ski, ride, fish, run, hike and climb after work. It’s that simple.

You? You’re an articulate, smiling, team-playing, concepting AD who can blow the doors off campaigns, identity and UX/UI while making sure it all sticks to, challenges and improves strategy.

The mandatories:

  • A portfolio that demonstrates award-winning concepts, design, art direction, copy and strategy in web, mobile, print, social media, identity, packaging…
  • High comfort level with website usability and web standards (UI, UX, Responsive Design)
  • Proven track record managing complex projects
  • Ability to take projects from concept to completion and stay within budget and timeline
  • Excellent understanding of printing, prepress and best practices while working with vendors
  • Collaborate with photographers and give overall direction on photo/video shoots
  • BFA in graphic design or a worthy AA with other relevant training or experience
  • 4-6 years experience working in-house or at an agency
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
  • Working knowledge of CSS and HTML 5
  • Proficient in motion graphics, Adobe After Effects

Email us your online portfolio and if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch.

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Client-side job opening: Visual Designer

Healthwise in Boise is looking for a Visual Designer to join their team:

Healthwise is looking for a visual designer to join their product marketing and product design efforts. You: a passionate designer with a great eye, digital and print experience, and an unbridled joy that stems from team ideation and interaction. You’ll work with a seasoned art and marketing directors, and a team of great copywriters and engineers. Healthwise is a unique place with plenty of opportunity for you to grow, lead, and develop one outstanding portfolio in healthcare. Good benefits. Dog Friendly. In the great outdoor/family town of Boise. Relocation available if we’re interested in you and you’re interested in calling Boise home.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Find out more: www.healthwise.org/jobs.aspx