Job Offer – Web Designer, Creative Resources

Introduction:

Brainstorm Creative Resources is a recruiting and staffing firm that places creative and editorial professionals into freelance and full-time positions with employers in and around Washington, DC.

Please read the job description below and/or click here for additional information regarding our firm and currently open positions with our clients.

Opportunity Overview:

Brainstorm Creative Resources is supporting a large Virginia-based corporation that is looking to hire a Web Designer into a full-time position, after an introductory period of consistent (M-F, 9-5), temporary employment.

Our client is looking for an experienced Web designer to create all design elements and marketing collateral needed to support their Web presence, including the company’s primary website, e-commerce initiatives, online advertising, social networking, micro-sites, and others.

You must be able to follow designs through from concept to completion, and be able to juggle various projects and deal with tight deadlines. You must have a strong a sense of how layout and design can help to make online marketing efforts more effective. You will be responsible for maintaining the existing brand online while evolving it over time to give all deliverables an up-to-date, modern appearance. Additionally, all industry best practices should be folded in to all aspects of the design deliverable. Above and beyond Web design, you will need to be familiar with basic front end coding principles and be able to collaborate with web developers to ensure the vision of the design is executed as specified.

Responsibilities:

• Design web graphics, banner ads and similar display ads.
• Develop design comps following existing style guides and web best practices.
• Design screen layouts for internal and external web applications.
• Provide cut sheets to be used by web developers and QA resources.
• Brainstorm and collaborate with copy writer and web producer to flush out strategy.
• Present and review design work with stakeholders to garner feedback.
• Post and maintain assets in a shared workspace.* Provide accurate LOE estimates for design efforts.

Requirements:

• Strong skill in and understanding of Adobe CS products, specifically Photoshop.
• Experience with Flash and different animation techniques.
• Some experience with HTML, CSS and JavaScript; firm knowledge of Web Standards.
• An overall understanding of web production and the capabilities within digital channels is essential.
• High level of understanding in concepting, typography, imagery, color and layout.
• 5+ years work experience as a web focused designer at an agency, design firm, or in-house creative department preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multitask.

Location / Hours:

The hiring organization is located in northern Virginia. This will begin as an “as-if full-time” temporary assignment, with the goal of having it transition into a full-time position w/in three months. So, while there is no guarantee that the person chosen for this opportunity will be offered a full-time job, it is our goal to see this happen.

Rate / Salary:

Based on our conversations with the hiring organization, we believe the salary offered will be between $50K and $60K annually. Again, this is our estimated range. The actual range might extend a bit beyond the upper limit we are providing. So, we are interested in hearing from qualified candidates who might be seeking as much as $70K annually.

We believe that we can offer a pay rate of between $30 and $45/hour for the temporary assignment period. The actual pay rate offered will be commensurate with experience and our client’s feedback re: specific qualifications and experience.

Application:

Please follow these steps to apply:

• Click Here.
• In the “Search” box at the top of the page, please choose to view “Any” job postings.
• All available opportunities will be listed. Please click on the appropriate position title.
• Read the Employer Overview and complete Job Description.

Apply at the bottom of the page. During the application process please make sure to:

• Complete your personal profile,
• Provide answers to all short questionnaires provided,
• Indicate your specific software application skills,
• Upload a resume – as well as any other documents you consider relevant (ex: work samples, cover letter, references).

Only candidates currently residing within a commutable distance of northern Virginia should apply. Applicants not currently living in Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia, or who inquire without a cover letter, resume and/or work samples should not expect to receive a response.

Brainstorm Creative Resources and the hiring organization are EEO employers.

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Internships – Administrative/Legislative, 3 Click Solutions

3 Click Solutions is seeking two (2) full-time individuals for two (2) different roles:

• Administrative Internship
• Legislative Internship

Both roles will support two senior principals and several staff members. The internships pay a transportation stipend and are located at the McPherson Square metro stop, blocks from the White House. The staff is fun, energetic, connected, and often enjoys company-paid lunch together on Fridays! Internships will last 3-4 months and the connections made through networking and interaction with clients and government professionals may lead to permanent employment outside the firm. Both principals are very well connected in Democratic circles.

Administrative Internship Duties Include, but are Not Limited to:

• Handling incoming mail, greeting visitors, maintaining office equipment/supplies
• Running various errands within the vicinity of the office
• Scheduling senior staff with meetings on Capitol Hill and government affairs clients
• Attending campaign and political events with other staff
• Providing other administrative assistance to the government affairs, new media, and international affairs staff

Legislative Internship Duties Include, but are Not Limited to:

• Researching various topics on a variety of client-related issues, providing time, accurate, succinct commentary to internal staff as requested
• Proactively keeping abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory matters that may affect and impact client operations/activities
• Corresponding with Congressional staff and clients (as required)
• Attending campaign and political events with other staff
• Other legislative and project management duties as may be requested

Ideal candidates will have excellent writing and interpersonal communications skills as well as experience/familiarity with Capitol Hill and the legislative process. This is a fast-paced environment, so attention to detail while working under tight deadlines is critical.

Office hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm.

Interested applicants should email a brief cover letter (indicating role applying for), résumé and, if available, a brief writing sample (no more than 500 words) to bryan.tackett@3clicksolutions.com

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Job Offer – Executive Assistant, Third Way

Third Way is the leading moderate think-tank of the progressive movement. Our aims: an economic agenda that is focused on growth and middle class success; a culture of shared values; a national security approach that is both tough and smart; and a clean energy revolution. We create high-impact products for use by elected officials, candidates and the Administration.

About the Position:

Third Way is seeking an Executive Assistant to Programs to provide administrative and management support to the organization’s major policy programs and to use excellent judgment in representing Third Way to those outside the organization. Reporting to the Economic Program Director, National Security Program Director and the Clean Energy Initiative Director, this position is part of Third Way’s administrative support team.

The Position has the Following Areas of Responsibility:

• Management and Administrative Support for Programs
• General administrative support to programs, including scheduling, processing expense reports and providing administrative support for internal meetings (catering, conference room management, etc.)
• Managing program databases of Hill and external contacts
• Assisting in intern recruitment and supervision
• Organizing and maintaining a publications and research library for individual programs
• Coordinating travel arrangements for program staff and Directors
• Providing as-needed administrative support to Program Directors
• Events and Publications Support for Programs
• Working with Third Way’s communications team on planning and logistics for program-sponsored Third Way events
• Proofreading and finalizing Third Way publications for distribution
• Assisting in managing program website content

Candidate Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational level
• High level of attention to detail and ability to work well under deadlines
• Strong time management skills
• Work experience in a team environment with minimal supervision, demonstrating an ability to prioritize and take appropriate action
• Exercise diplomacy in communications with external contacts and staff
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects within specified time frames and multi-task various assignments
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Discretion handling confidential information
• Excellent computer and MS Office Suite skills
• Excellent verbal skills and articulate phone manner
• Ability to solve problems creatively
• Sense of humor

Flexibility:

Results-oriented and flexible culture

Compensation:

Competitive compensation and benefits

To Apply:

Submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: hr@thirdway.org with “Executive Assistant to Programs” as the subject line.

Third Way is an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Job Offer – Scheduler/Executive Assistant, Capitol Hill

Moderate Southern California Democrat seeks experienced Scheduler/Executive Assistant for fast-paced Washington, DC office. Needed: experienced, creative, good-natured and flexible individual to manage all aspects of Member’s calendar, East and West Coast schedules, and standard Executive Assistant responsibilities. This is not an entry-level position and requires frequent interaction and communication with the Member and senior staff. Familiarity with Los Angeles area a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. Please reply with cover letter and resume to schedulerea2010@gmail.com. No calls or drop-ins, please.

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 Job Offer – Staff Assistant, Capitol Hill

Midwestern Democrat seeks a hard working, highly organized individual to handle a variety of important time-sensitive administrative responsibilities in this front desk position. Duties include opening mail, logging constituent mail and distributing it to Legislative staff, greeting guests, answering phones and processing constituent tour and flag requests. Along with keeping office stocked with needed office supplies and assisting other staff and Member as needed. Candidates should be able to work well with others, effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. We are seeking an intelligent, dedicated, hard-working, team player. Please email a resume, cover letter, brief writing sample (no more than 2-3 pages) to MIStaffAssistant@gmail.com by Friday, February 26, 2009. Michigan ties a plus.

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Internship – Capitol Hill

Senior Iowa Democratic Member of Congress seeks a motivated, detail-oriented, and responsible intern for the spring semester of 2010. Excellent writing skills are required.

The internship will cover all areas of the office. Responsibilities will include: performing a variety of administrative tasks including data-entry of constituent letters, answering the phone, writing and editing responses to constituent letters and requests, and drafting press releases, weekly columns, and other writing projects as needed. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend hearings and briefings in specific legislative areas of interest, and assist legislative staff with projects. We are looking for a self-starter who is eager to take on additional responsibility. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in learning about the workings of Capitol Hill in a busy office.

Applicant Instructions:

Please email cover letter, resume, dates available, and 2 writing samples to tom.stewart@mail.house.gov, or fax to 202-225-5608.

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Job Offer – Campaign Manager, PA Senate Race

Competitive, Open-Seat PA State Senate Campaign seeks Campaign Manager

Excellent opportunity for experienced campaign manager with a competitive, targeted, open-seat PA State Senate campaign. Will report to the Candidate & DSSCC. Starts immediately.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing all aspects of the Primary & General Election campaigns, including but not limited to:
• Working in conjunction with consultants & candidate to design campaign, field & finance plans
• Managing all campaign staff & operations
• Managing campaign finances, budget & compliance
• Working with finance consultant to develop & implement aggressive fundraising strategy
• Working with Field Director to develop & implement field strategy
• All press & communications as well as voter & political outreach plans
• Managing daily staff, Candidate, volunteers, rallies & campaign events
• Election Day planning & operations management
• Will work closely with the DSSCC, State Party, Local Officials & other electeds to coordinate general election operations

Requirements:

• Previous campaign experience required; campaign management a plus, winning a previous race a plus.
• Must have excellent references.
• Opportunities may be available for permanent post-campaign employment in Pennsylvania.
• Salary DOE + Benefits.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter, resume & references to: info@dsscc.org

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Job Offer – Florida Distric Organizer, Campaign to Reform Immigration For America (Orlando, FL)

Deadline:

Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

The Campaign to Reform Immigration for America is seeking State District Organizers. The Campaign is a historic, national broad based coalition bringing individuals and grassroots organizations to build support for workable comprehensive immigration reform and pass legislation this year. The Campaign will hire in states all around the country, for start dates in early February 2010.

State District Organizers will coordinate a district-based legislative field strategy by managing contacts with local partner organizations and providing direction and leadership to participating organizations. Organizers will also execute district-level strategies for grassroots lobbying and communications work as part of a nationally coordinated field effort.

This is an opportunity for an experienced organizer with a proven track record of working with grassroots networks and diverse sectors such as faith, labor, and community based organizations. Knowledge of, or exposure to, immigration or immigrant rights issues is preferred. This is a temporary full-time contract.

Women, people of color and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual ability strongly preferred. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

To Apply: 

Please send cover letter and resume to: ChrisLTorres@gmail.com. Subject: State Director. No phone calls please. Click here for detailed information about the Campaign.

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 Job Offer – Florida Grassroots Organizer, The Campaign to Reform Immigration for America

Description:

The Campaign to Reform Immigration for America (RI4A) is a national, grassroots effort to build support for comprehensive immigration reform and is, in part, a project of the Tides Advocacy Fund.

In collaboration with the Center For Community Change, United We Dream and the New Organizing Institute, the Campaign is training grassroots leaders to organize for comprehensive immigration reform through specific organizing strategies.

The State Grassroots Organizer will be charged with recruiting enthusiastic leaders to implement the field plan of the RI4A campaign in their assigned state, and serve as the foundation for progressive change into the future.

Organizers report directly to the State Director. This is a role for a goal-driven, experienced organizer or community leader to execute a plan supporting the movement-building strategy for federal immigration legislation. A proven track record with grassroots networks, immigrant rights, and community-based organizations is critical. This is a temporary, full-time opportunity.

Duties:

• Build the capacity to launch an aggressive mobilization and Congressional pressure campaign from January to June 2010.
• Recruit and engage youth, students, and community members to the campaign and movement-building strategy. Develop weekly and daily work plans, and set mobilization goals throughout campaign.
• Train leaders on organizing, goal-setting and leadership skills.
• Work with leadership teams and campaign staff to develop a statewide movement. building strategy, and identify local resources to support key actions.
• Coordinate communication and accountability among core leaders and leadership teams.
• Build a statewide support base by integrating list-building tools in mobilization efforts.

Requirements:

• Committed to the campaign’s legislative principles and the movement for just and fair immigration reform.
• Experience in electoral and/or issue campaign organizing experience is required, as well as experience with grassroots community groups.
• Substantive knowledge of pro-immigrant constituencies and immigration policy. Demonstrated skill in planning, preparing and delivering on set goals.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, attention to detail and strong self-motivation. Computers essential, including “new media.” Able to work in high-pressure environment, maintain long hours consistently, and travel.
• Bilingual strongly preferred.

This is a temporary, full-time position. The position will conclude on June 30, 2010 or when legislation is passed. Send all Resumes to Chrisltorres@gmail.com

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