Title: Interactive Producer/Information Architect Client: Premier Full Service Ad Agency Type: Fulltime Hire Location: New York City The Hired Guns are searching for an interactive producer who can also function as an Information Architect on select projects for our client, a premier full-service ad agency that specializes in marketing and loyalty programs for an impressive roster of beauty brands. We want an enthusiastic leader who can "glue" interactive projects and teams together on time and on budget without breaking a sweat. In this truly unique Producer/IA role, you?ll get to sink your teeth into the creative on an awesome mix of projects from sites to promos to emails and online media. So this opportunity requires a strong sense of usability and an in-depth understanding of user- centric design. This would be the perfect gig for you if you're thrilled at the idea of not only managing production, but also leading the development of the user experience as you guide clients through sitemaps, wire frames, flowcharts and functional specs. Our ideal candidate is a collaborator who is comfortable buddying up with the design team to ensure requirements are met through the creative design phase. While you will lead as an IA on some projects, we also need someone who can partner with other Information Architects on more complex implementations to develop the overall user experience. Management responsibilities will include working with client services to determine project objectives, requirements, milestones, delivery timelines and budgets. As the leader of the pack, you?ll ensure quality throughout each stage of your project deliverables. If this sounds like your kind of gig, read on... Here?s what we?ll be looking for: * 3-5 years of interactive producer experience * Proven leadership experience in an agency environment * Excellent organizational skills * Ability to present to clients * Solid experience leading information architects on site development, sitemaps, wire frames, flowcharts and specs * Strong sense of how to use and effectively incorporate interactive technologies * Expertise in MS Office, Project and Visio * Working knowledge of interactive front-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, Flash, CSS, DHTML), browser and platform constraints * Basic understanding of common back-end technologies and platforms * Basic knowledge of databases and SQL-based development * An understanding of .NET and MS Content Server -bonus! * Experience with cosmetics or beauty -bonus! * Superior communication skills (written and verbal) * Detail-oriented * Beauty and Consumer Packaged Goods experience ?bonus! * Ability to tell great jokes (major points) HOW TO APPLY: Please do not apply unless you meet the minimum requirements listed above. Include a cover letter that details your related experience with projects similar to this opportunity. Make sure you include the reasons for your interest in the position. You may email your cover letter and resume to iproducer_iagig@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Due to the narrowly defined objectives and criteria established by the client, only candidates with experience directly relevant to this position will be considered. No phone calls or faxes please. No recruiters. The Hired Guns is a workforce agency that connects skilled marketing, advertising and creative talent with both freelance gigs and full-time jobs. We're always looking to expand our network of independent professionals. Visit our website www.thehiredguns.com and register with us, and you'll receive our Gig Alerts telling you about all of our great opportunities! -- When out of office please set your subscription to VACATION MODE! Be sure to trim your posts and delete personal information such as telephone numbers if you do not want them in the public web archive. To unsubscribe send a blank message with unsubscribe in the subject to webproducers-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Getting too many messages from the list? Consider digest mode.