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[raina kumra <raina_post@xxxxxxxxx>]

Dear List, 
I am sending advance notice that Wieden+Kennedy New York http://wk.com/ is 
seeking some freelance (though for the right person this could eventually 
become fulltime). Clients include Nike, ESPN, ABC and Sharp to name a few. We 
will be concentrated on brand experience and campaign sites, not neccesarily 
corporate websites. 
Please send a detailed cover letter, resume and online portfolio or list of 
links to: raina.kumra@xxxxxx
This request has not yet been given to recruiters...so people on this list and 
on the ITP list will be given preference, please notate that in the subject 
line: webproducers or itp
(please do not reply to this email)

Title: Interactive Producer -- all levels
Location: New York,NY
Type:  Freelance to Fulltime

Note: We are building out the new interactive division of a top,established, 
reputable creative shop  based in New York. Clients include Nike, ESPN, ABC and 
Sharp to name a few. 

I am looking for up to 5 interactive  producers to join the newly-formed online 
arm of one of the most respected creative  shops on the planet. This is an 
amazing job opportunity to work with some of the  most innovative people in the 
world on some of the greatest brands. We want our producers to participate in 
the creative and solutions thinking, to get these project designed, developed 
and produced in a turnkey solutions style.  I can promise you'll find great 
opportunities at this agency to see your ideas come to life, both creatively 
and when experimenting with technology. We'll be working with our media clients 
as well, doing a lot of cross-over between television promotion and interactive 
advertising as well as mobile applications whenever appropriate

We want to speak to Producers at any level, because there is enough work to go 
around:  Senior Producer, Producer, Associate Producer- interactive genius and 
ability to create solutions across platforms will be valued overall. 
 * So when you apply please state which position or level you think you are at*

Agency experience is a must, though if you've worked on blue chip clients as a 
freelancer you will be considered.
You should be very comfortable discussing technology with clients, and your 
portfolio must reflect work with a heavy flash component. Mobile experience is 
a plus. All producers will be expected to produce IA, and demonstrated 
experience is neccesary. 

If you're  into developing beautiful and entertaining interactions 
(advertising, online games, video,  mobile apps) to truly engage consumers (to 
the point that they forget they're  seeing advertising), then you're the right 
person for this. We are hoping to find people that have independent research 
and developments as well - who can bring experimental thinking and opinions to 
the table. 

You will be expected to get your hands dirty. Jumping into all night 
brainstorms, last minute QA and sometimes make mockups for clients (ie ability 
to program in flash as well, will put you in the top of the clients)

This agency is committed to only staffing the best within its interactive 
department. If you're craving inspiration and a chance to break out of a 
'traditional' producer role and you have the chops, this is the place for you. 

To get hired you must:

* Be original.  
* Be innovative. 
* Be a problem solver.
* Be extremely talented and  have work that shows off that talent. (hint: get 
your online portfolio in  shape).
* Juggle multiple projects, self-motivated, have a positive  attitude.
* Be passionate about interactive, advertising, and creative.
*  Work hard, have fun, and most of all have the desire do the best work in the 
 world.

REQUIREMENTS

The Interactive Producer is  responsible for translating creative ideas and 
concepts into prioritized project  plans and deliverables for internet, mobile, 
and related content applications.  The producer is responsible for overall 
project success, from project kick-off  through completion for the efforts you 
are assigned to and is expected to be a  solid team player. You will be 
required to deliver multiple, often concurrent  projects: error free, on time 
or early, on or under budget, all while meeting or  exceeding creative 
objectives and  expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Once your EP has assigned you to a  client engagement you will be required to: 

* Work with the creatives to  determine overall look and feel for sites 
including architecture and navigation,  back-end integration and content 
development. This is not a "silo-ed"  environment.

* Work closely with key stakeholders (creative team, content  management 
department, client) to define project requirements, develop timeline  and 
budget, identify technical considerations, and designate areas of  
responsibility among interactive team.

* Develop a detailed project  schedule, manage project scope, document change 
requests, facilitate project  meetings, review all project deliverables for 
quality and accuracy, maintain  project documentation, communicate project 
status, and identify project  risk.

* Lead a multi-disciplinary team of interactive designers, IAs (on larger 
projects, initial IA will be done by you - please include samples in your 
portfolio),  programmers, content producers, and testers (again, depending on 
the project), ensuring that team members fulfill  their responsibilities while 
staying within budget and schedule parameters.  

* Track and report on website usage. Coordinate URL registration and  search 
engine optimization. Solicit feedback on the customer  experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

THE MUSTS: 

* Extensive  experience managing simultaneous projects and demonstrated team 
leadership  abilities in a recognized, fast-paced agency, marketing, or 
creative services  environment.

* Strong background in project scheduling and resource/time  estimating, 
excellent proofreading abilities and basic HTML skills.

*  Strong understanding of web and related technologies, and the ability to  
converse effectively about technical issues.

* Full understanding of  Internet/New Media project development process from 
requirements gathering to  release.

* Ability to define new interactive tools and opportunities both  in and 
outside the web.

* desire to achieve 'above and beyond the norm' a  MUST

* Strong client relationship skills and a pro-customer service  attitude.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the  ability to work 
well with a variety of personalities and work styles.

THE  NICE TO HAVES: 
* Hands-on development experience.
* Experience  working within or providing services to the gaming, film, and 
entertainment  industries.
* Video production or related background.
* Mobile development experience and knowledge

HOW TO  APPLY:
Please make sure you meet the minimum requirements listed above. Please email 
cover letter (required) with your most recent resume attached. The cover  
letter should detail your experience relevant to this opportunity and include  
the reasons for your interest in the position. 
Remember: A cover letter  as described above is required. Candidates wishing to 
receive serious  consideration should avoid generic cover letters. 

Please email all cover  letters and resumes to: raina.kumra@xxxxxx
(Please do not  reply to this email.) 

Due to the narrowly defined objectives and  criteria established by the client, 
only candidates with experience directly  relevant to this project will be 
considered. No phone calls or faxes please. You will be contacted for a phone 
interview and then for a face to face interview.   
 
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