[FILLED] DIRECTOR, DIGITAL SERVICES – (HALIFAX, NS)

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/2292317_director-digital-services-halifax-ns-canada

One of Atlantic Canada’s Best Places to Work is currently looking for energetic and qualified candidates to lead its Digital team. Successful candidates should possess a solid technical background in development, have a total understanding of development best practices, possess a meticulous attention to detail, and have a strong work ethic to go above and beyond to exceed client expectations. He/She should be able to oversee multiple open projects to ensure timelines are being met, requirements are being properly documents and developed, and that client communications are maintained at all times.

The Director of Digital Services is responsible for the day to day management of the Digital Services team. The Director of Digital Services has oversight over all projects currently ongoing, as well as those upcoming. The Director of Digital Services is responsible for:

• Ensuring timelines/deliverables for projects are met
• Working with Account Services to develop detailed project requirements
• Ensuring adherence to company policies regarding best practices
• Assisting with the creation and implementation of digital department policies
• Estimating project costs and timelines
• Assisting with estimates and proposals
• Monitoring billable efficiency of team members
• Measuring productiveness of team members
• Interacting with clients

Key Requirements:

• 5 years development experience, 2+ years management experience, managing a dedicated team
• Knoweldge of backend technologies (C#, PHP). Ability to help troubleshoot code and assist with development as needed.

HELP WITH RELOCATION FROM WITHIN CANADA IS AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE.

[FILLED] FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPER – MONTREAL, QC

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/2166816_front-end-web-developer-montreal-qc-canada

Job Description:
My client is looking for a Front-End Web Developer to work on cross platform rich media audience engagement advertising technology. It enables brands to engage users within banners by integrating many functionalities and components.

You will collaborate with a group of quick witted, humorous, and extremely dedicated co-workers and clients who are all passionate about digital media. The work environment is inviting. You will work in an open modern space where you will often find groups in casual brainstorming sessions sharing ideas and strategies for new initiatives. Everyone has a voice; opinions and ideas are always welcome, in fact, they are encouraged!

We are open to new ways of thinking, especially those that will contribute to the overall success of company.

Skills & Qualifications:
-Extensive experience in hand coding of HTML5, CSS3, JS from scratch
-Experience working with REST services and 3rd party APIs using AJAX / JSON
-Expert of web standards and CSS/media query/responsive layouts/DOM
-Solid understanding of cross-browser/platform issues and code solutions
-Understanding of JavaScript MVC and other design patterns
-Literacy and project knowledge of server side technologies. Experience with PHP & MySQL is an asset.
-Passion for software engineering best practices (e.g. unit testing, code reviews, simplicity, etc.)

Primary Responsibilities:
-Design and development of front-end engineering solutions
-Hand-coding of custom HTML5/JavaScript library for generation of dynamic ad units
-Improving mechanisms for tracking end-user’s actions across all components and sending them to servers in cross-platform environments
-Working with Back-End team to use internal APIs and REST services for enhanced functionality of front end interfaces
-Working with HTML5/Canvas/CSS3 for building excellent UX interfaces
-Ensuring strong security compliance across all source codes

[FILLED] Application Developer (FREELANCE/REMOTE)

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/2133537_application-developer-freelanceremote-canada

We are seeking a talented developer with strong HTML 5 and C# skills and experience in developing applications for mobile and online platforms.

Need to haves:Have professional experience with developing for Windows, iOS and Android platforms.Have professional experience with cross-platform development using C# and .Net.Have experience actively working with large-scale partners and clients.Are comfortable with source-code analysis in varied languages and on varied platforms, including, but not limited to, C#, C++, Objective C and Java.Are comfortable working remotely, and have an excellent work-ethic.Are an excellent problem solver.Have verifiable talent in mobile application development.

Responsibilities:Work from visual designs to develop applications for mobile, tablet, desktop and online apps.Collaborate with clients and design teams to develop for Windows Phone, Windows 8, Android, iOS and other platforms as needed.Maintain and bug-fix potentially unfamiliar code from clients as required.Develop innovative apps that adhere to client-specific branding guidelines as well as meeting platform guidelines.Us:BMR is a unique agency focused on the Canadian Lottery landscape. We offer creative services, development, and post-production for lottery games and brands. Our clients include the largest and most innovative Lottery jurisdictions in Canada – including OLG and BCLC. We’re a small passionate team, and a small passionate agency, with big ideas and big clients.

[FILLED] Jr. Web Developer (4 month contract)

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My client is a digital marketing leader in Liberty Village in Toronto. This is an ideal role for someone looking for hands on real world expereine in a technology company. Please indicate your expected hourly rate when you apply.

Jr. Web Developer
As a web developer you will be responsible for converting designs into cross browser, compliant web sites, and the maintenances of existing web properties. You will be responsible for integrating custom UI/UX elements using tools such as jQuery or related frameworks.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast paced team oriented environment, self-motivated, and capable of taking a project through the full development cycle.

Skills & Requirements

• 1 years+ web development experience
• Experience working with Word Press and other blogging tools.
• Strong in front-end UI development, JavaScript, Ajax, JQuery, HTML, HTML5, CSS, MySQL
• An understanding of HTML5, CSS3, mobile and responsive design.
• Strong ability to convert PSD designs into fully functioning, cross browser, compliant web sites.
• Understanding the benefits of SEO and the development skills to support SEO are a plus.
• Understand secure coding practices
• An Understanding of web hosting and CMS management
• Desire to learn and always improve yourself and the team around you
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal direction
• Be proactive and results-oriented
• Great interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and great organizational skills to manage multiple timelines and complete tasks quickly
• Ability to grow professionally in a highly flexible and fast-moving environment.

Job Type: Contract

[FILLED] NEW MEDIA EDITOR – (SAINT JOHN, NB)

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/2089972_new-media-editor-saint-john-nb-canada

From the founders of Revolution Strategy and Talons of Venice, our latest venture is a digital publishing startup with a different approach to news and social content. We’re not just a source of information. We’re an ambitious, open-minded creative community. Passion and curiosity drive everything we do. We work smart, explore the world and dig into issues and trends. Our content elevates perspectives, breaks down barriers and presents information in an engaging, entertaining way. We’re here to change the conversation. We are Civilized.

We are looking for a creative individual, who loves video, animated gifs, podcasts, and great photography, to join our team as a New Media Editor. You follow design trends, emerging media and new ways of telling stories. You love to see a clever idea spread across the internet, and you think you can make it happen with your ideas.

What you will do:

• Constantly scour the internet for new ideas, new methods of storytelling, and great content that can be used, re-purposed, shared, edited, and made even better
• Bring your ideas to story meetings with our writers and editors to have them collaboratively honed and made better
• Actually make your ideas into something we can share with our audience. This will involve shooting new video, photos, and audio, editing the work yourself, gathering feedback, and then helping it spread online
• Manage or assist with recording interviews
• Write voiceover scripts
• Source the right photos to match our brand and the stories we publish
• Format existing design, photography, illustration, and video for various online formats and social media channels

What qualities you have and what you have done:

• Lots of experience searching the web to find photos, videos, and podcasts
• Voracious consumer of media and pop culture – it’d be great if there’s a special place in your heart for social media and YouTube
• Strong knowledge of video editing, image and video formats, and the web
• Good knowledge of the Adobe Suite, especially Photoshop, Premiere, and After Effects
• Understanding the basics of HTML, JavaScript, and CSS would be a plus
• You think clearly and creatively under pressure
• You meet deadlines
• Self motivated with attention to detail

PLEASE PROVIDE A LINK TO YOUR PORTFOLIO WHEN YOU APPLY FOR THE POSITION.

[FILLED] Web Developer (2) – IMMEDIATE – (YELLOWKNIFE, NWT)

Are you ready for the adventure of your life! This could be it if you’re the right person.

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/1994701_web-developer-2-immediate-yellowknife-nt-canada

My client has an immediate opening for two web developers to join their growing charismatic team of nine other digital professionals. These positions will be based in their head office in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada. Very successful, established and well respected ad agency.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and responsive theming
• Intermediate to expert knowledge of the Drupal and WordPress CMSes (implementation, coding and theming)
• Excellent knowledge of Javascript, PHP, and SQL programming
• Server-side experience with a UNIX-based OS such as Linux or *BSD, along with a standard version control system (git, Subversion, CVS, etc.)
• Ability to create mobile websites and applications
• Prototyping, UI/UX/UD, and design skills an asset
• Minimum three years of experience as a web developer
• A web or multimedia development degree or diploma from an accredited institution preferred, or significant industry experience if not.

Annual Salary: $66,000 – $75,000, commensurate with experience and skills, 10 paid stat holidays plus 15 days paid vacation per year.

Benefits: Group Insurance, disability insurance, extended medical and dental plan, in addition to NWT Health Care, Group RRSP, and optional fitness membership assistance.

Help with relocation will also be provided from within Canada.

Associate Director of Technology – (Toronto, ON)

Owner:	Glenn Swan | glenn@swanstaffing.com
Location:	Toronto, ON Canada
Salary/Pay Rate:	$85K or commensurate
Employment type:	Full Time

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/658876_associate-director-of-technology-toronto-on-canada

My client is a global digital agency that develops websites, social media campaigns, online advertising solutions and mobile applications for many of the world’s most prestigious brands, and for clients throughout North America.

Their developers and designers translate solutions oriented strategies into cutting-edge websites, applications and interactive solutions for their clients.

Overall Accountability & Job Summary

The Associate Director of Technology’s (ADT) role is to continuously research and implement new technologies. They serve as an internal and external technical expert and advises technical leads on technical approaches and architectures, or performs the role of the technical and development lead of assigned web projects. S/he is also capable of serving as a Sales Engineer.

Individual Performance – Technology

• Demonstrates extreme competence in web software and database technologies.
• Researches and implements new technologies
• Serves as an internal and external technical expert
• Advises technical leads on technical approaches and architecture
• Experience designing and developing enterprise class web applications

Relationship Management

Client Management

• Serves as a trusted strategic expert to clients.
• Ability to develop and sustain strong client relationships at the most senior levels of client organizations.
• Leads or participates in the development of a strategic solution to a client’s business problem.
• Senior resource and partner for business development and sales activities.

Internal Team Relations

• Builds trusting, collaborative relationships at all levels  and disciplines across the agency
• Sets the standard and works to build a collaborative and inspiring work environment

Communication

• Direct the development of client presentations and other important communication ensuring that it is clear, compelling and persuasive
• Lead client presentations
• Link communication to audience’s concerns and perspectives
• Move audience to desired action through clear and persuasive delivery of information
• Demonstrated ability to think on his/her feet and provide business and strategic insight and guidance

 

Leadership & Staff Development

Leadership

• Leads by examplewith a calm, rational, balanced management style
• Leads decision making and actions to Improve team and own skills and knowledge-base through training, industry events, membership in organizations, etc.
• Monitors utilization levels of staff and takes action to adjustas needed.
• Manages discipline resource allocation and staffing.
• Is viewed as an expert within areas of expertise and showcases agency’s capabilities to internal and external audiences.
• Is an agency advocate with a thorough understanding of Agency principles and service philosophy
• Inspires the Agency to do what is right for the customer and the business

People Development

• Trains, develops and coaches direct reports to continuously add value to clients and agency
• Provide both informal on-going performance feedback and conducts formal reviews for all staff managed
• Ensure consistent application of Isobar people practices and tools (reviews, training, career planning, recognition etc.) for all direct- and indirect-reports
• Takes a lead role in compensation decision-making
• Ability to identify and match mentoring opportunities at agency, in addition, to serve as a mentor to staff

Innovative Thinking

• Is able to set a vision, parcel out appropriate responsibilities and see it through
• Establish industry leading thought leadership by driving innovation and delivery of forward thinking solutions
• Assists in setting company standard for innovative thinking and thought leadership

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelors Degree required
• Demonstrated ability to generate revenue and nurture client via long term client relationship success
• Demonstrated skills in managing fiduciary relationship including pricing, margins, discounting, cost factors, etc.
• Ability to keep composure and lead in high stress situations
• Ability to communicate quickly and decisively in difficult situations
• Excellent strategic thinker
• Exceptional relationship management, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, especially in situations involving consensus and team building
• Strong contract negotiation / development skills
• Ability to manage relationships with senior agency and client stakeholders
• Ability to translate business and marketing requirements into viable programs
• Experience sourcing, negotiating, collaborating with and managing 3rd parties
• Experience coordinating with agency operations and finance teams

Technical Skills

• 5+ years experience with two or more of the following core technologies: Java/Spring, .NET, PHP, Python
• 4+ Experience with rapid application development frameworks such as Grails, Rails, Django, .NET MVC, CakePHP
• Experience working with medium to large web application servers (eg. Tomcat, Websphere, IIS, etc.)
• Experience with databases such as Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server and Structured Query Language/Procedures/Triggers, etc.
• Experience with Unit Testing and Test Driven Development
• Experience working with version control systems (eg. CVS, SVN, GIT, VSS, TFVC)
• Experience integrating with front-end technologies (eg. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, AJAX, JQuery)
• Experience working with build technologies (ANT, Maven, MS Team Build, Cruise Control, Hudson, Jenkins, Webistrano, etc.)
• Experience working with Scrum or other Agile methodologies

Only those candidates deemed suitable for this role will be contacted. Thanks for your interest.Please email resume to glenn@swanstaffing.com

[CLOSED] (2) Web Developers, Ad Agency – (Northern Canada)

Owner: Glenn Swan | glenn@swanstaffing.com
Location: Whitehorse & Iqaluit
Salary/Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience.
Employment type: Full Time

APPLY: http://www.bullhornreach.com/job/611554_2-web-developer-winnipeg-mb-canada

My client is seeking two highly motivated Web Developers to join their very busy Digital Services Teams in the Northern Canada. You’ll work with other developers, designers and marketing professionals to deliver web accessible solutions for their clients. You’re comfortable working with Javascript and PHP as well as an excellent knowledge of HTML/CSS systems such as WordPress or Drupal.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Minimum of three years experience building CMS-driven websites like Drupal or WordPress;
• Understanding of bridging programming languages and the requirements of graphic designers;
• Develop functionality for front- and-back-end web applications using a variety of tools;
• Experience building and testing for multiple platforms, including mobile solutions;
• Basic Linux and server skills;
• Formal education or training or a combination of education and “real time” experience;
• Knowledge of Flash Animation and ActionScript 3 programming an asset.

Required Skills

• You love working in a highly collaborative environment
• 3+ years of development experience

Compensation
We offer a dynamic work environment (having fun isn’t optional), great clients who want great projects, and the best compensation package in the sector including medical benefits, paid vacation, and an annual bonus program.

Only those candidates deemed suitable for this role will be contacted. Thanks for your interest. Please email resume to glenn@swanstaffing.com

Interactive Designer – FILLED

My client is looking for an Interactive Designer to work collaboratively with members of their team to deliver valuable user experiences for their clients. This person will interact with the creative director, project managers, developers and other stakeholders, designing and implementing user interfaces on a variety of projects including websites, portals, intranets, applications and mobile. The ideal candidate would have a passion for exploring innovative design solutions to meet the business and user goals for a website or application.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, useable designs on time and on brief
• Take part in client sessions, including briefing meetings and presentations
• Articulate the design process to clients and staff
• Contribute to written design proposals and presentations
• Assist developers and production staff in bringing designs to life using various technologies
• Assist in defining and shaping the solutions

Mandatory Experience and Skills

• Formal training in design and/or visual art or equivalent real-world experience
• High level of competency in Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash
• Demonstrable experience in HTML and CSS
• A creative mind that can help turn great ideas into great finished products
• Strong communication skills
• Motivated self starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• An outstanding portfolio of work A high degree of knowledge about the internet and internet technologies

Desirable Experience and Skills

• 5 or more years of working experience
• An interest in illustration, photography, music and visual art
• Knowledge of JavaScript, ASP, XHTML, XML

Please send your resume (& portfolio links) in confidence to me at: glenn@swanstaffing.com

Glenn Swan

Swan Staffing – Fresh Ideas for Growing your Career

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(Web) Backend Technical Support – (Toronto)

I have a client in Toronto that is looking for a web technical support person. Person would need to have the following:

– thorough knowledge of javascript, HTML and CSS

– knowledge of PHP, Actionscript amd Cold Fusion

– Some experience with CMS

– Flash knowledge would be an asset, as would knowledge of Google analytics.

You will be liasing directly with their clients and vendor side technical teams, including programmers and developers to help troubleshoot advertising campaign tracking set-up.

My client – is a mid size advertising agency that is a North American leader in their area. They do good work for great clients, but more importantly – they are some of the nicest people I have ever worked with. Your personality needs to reflect a similar disposition.

There is a very good chance that this full time freelance position will turn into a full time permanent position.

Please send your resume in confidence to glenn@swanstaffing.com along with a short note (cover letter not necessary) itemizing your experience as it pertains to the requirements above. Please also provide your hourly rate.

Thanks Glenn

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