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BAF Event: An Evening with George Parker

The Boise Advertising Federation kicks off it’s annual speaker series with decorated copywriter, one-of-a-kind blogger, and “change artist extraordinaire” George Parker.

George, notorious for his writing on AdScam, author of MadScam and The Ubiquitous Persuaders, and contributor to PSFK, aims to “bring the goodness back to our rapidly evolving industry, even if it means pissing a whole lot of people off.”

Details about the event:

Date:  Wednesday, November 4th
Time:
– 5:30: Cocktails and Appetizers
– 6:30: George Parker
– 7:30 – 10:00: Music by The Naughties
Location:  The Rose Room, 718 W. Idaho St.
Cost:
– BAF Members and member spouse/guest:  $25 per person
– Non-Members:  $35 per person
– Students:  $15 per person

Doors will open to the public at 8:00 for the remainder of The Naughties performance with a $5 cover charge.

RSVPs for this event should be sent via email to info@boiseadfed.org, or by telephone to (208) 336-7511.

This is an event that should not be missed, and a great event to kick off the BAF’s 100th year.

George Parker Intro

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Sometimes you just need to step away

That’s just what I did this past weekend.  And, while I was out and about, this was the view to the north:

and to the south:

We now return to our regularly-scheduled programming, already in progress…

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New Happenings from Oliver Russell

A couple of new/notable items from the folks over at Oliver Russell:

Neal Moore has been hired as Creative Director.  Neal comes to Oliver Russell by way of Pasadena, California, where he was most recently with The Kern Organization in Los Angeles.

BtoB Magazine named Oliver Russell among the top 100 direct marketing agencies in the United States.  This marks the third year in a row that they’ve received this recognition.

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Job Opening: Copywriter

An unnamed agency in Coeur d’Alene has an opening for an experienced Copywriter.  From the craigslist job listing:

Experienced copywriter needed for ultra-busy Coeur d’Alene advertising agency. Please note the word “experienced” as this is not for the untested. If you haven’t cranked out incredibly creative copy in the heat of battle, don’t apply. We’re looking for a cool head, a quick wit, and a resourceful get-it-friggin-done demeanor. We’ll surround you with support. This is not a technical writing position. We need talent combined with the mind of a marketer. Please send a resume and recent samples.

Contact information and how to apply can be found on the original post.

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Job Opening: Copywriter

Wirestone is looking to add a Creative Copywriter to their staff.  From their job description:

The successful candidate will be a well-established conceptual writer who has held a Senior Copywriter and/or an Associate Creative Director title or has the equivalent experience leading successful cross-functional agency teams. The applicant’s portfolio will ideally include award-winning samples of online, broadcast, channel (B2B), retail and traditional print campaigns.

More details about the position, including how to apply, can be found in the Careerssection of Wirestone’s site.