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Multimedia job opportunities, June 2010

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This month we highlight 20 multimedia jobs that we have come across recently that are hopefully of interest to many of you. In particular, note the three killer opportunities at Grow Interactive, the group behind the extremely innovative project “The Girl Effect.” Also, I worked previously as a multimedia producer at The Roanoke Times, so if you are interested in that job opportunity feel free to email me personally to get the inside scoop. Otherwise, happy job hunting everyone!

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Multimedia Producer at The New York Times in New York City, NY

The New York Times is looking for a technology-savvy journalist to join our award-winning multimedia team. The producer will be expected to work with reporters, editors, producers and software developers across The Times to conceive and produce multimedia features for both news and enterprise stories, across multiple platforms.

Expertise with Web development tools — especially Adobe Flash, HTML and Javascript – is required, and experience with video, audio, motion graphics and photography is a plus. Candidates will be expected to be quick learners with creative ideas and have the proven ability to work collaboratively. An enthusiasm for training and educating print and online journalists about multimedia storytelling is necessary.

Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to create multimedia packages that intelligently incorporate audio, video and still images. Proficiency in Web development, including Flash, HTML and Javascript. Skill in editing and mixing audio in ProTools and/or SoundTrack Pro. Experience with Final Cut Pro, photo editing, and digital photo processing and color correction. Ability to meet deadlines and to adapt to change in a daily news Attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience working collaboratively with members of a mixed-media team. A keen interest in and knowledge of NYTimes.com’s competitors, both in the United States and abroad. Writing, editing and research proficiency. The ability to write solid captions is required. Comfortable with change and the unpredictable but constant flow of news. Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends.

Apply to news-jobs@nytimes.com.

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Director of Multimedia at Star Tribune in Minneapolis, MN

The Director of Multimedia is responsible for leading the Star Tribune’s content generation efforts in still photography, video and other emerging visual storytelling techniques. As a member of the newsroom’s management team, he or she will oversee the work of a staff of 25 photographers, videographers and editors. He or she has a strategic responsibility in setting standards for how our visual media is presented in print, on our site and on other platforms and channels. He or she will guide visual storytelling efforts in daily and enterprise coverage and will coach and train journalists throughout the newsroom on producing multimedia content. The Director of Multimedia is responsible for supervising and coordinating the continued photo-, video- and audio-gathering training for photographers, reporters and other news staff. He or she will shape, articulate and champion the vision for multimedia storytelling at the Star Tribune. The Director of Multimedia will track and evaluate the performance of multimedia – photography, video, spot news and programmed content – and make strategic adjustments when necessary. The Director of Multimedia is also responsible for coordinating with other departments throughout the company in product development efforts to grow audience and revenue. Reports to: Cory Powell, Managing Editor for New Products.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a proven leader with news, video and web experience. He or she must have an extensive, accomplished journalism career in multimedia storytelling (including expertise in still and video photography), strong communication skills, a collaborative nature and organizational skills. An understanding of news presentation in multiple platforms and commitment to storytelling is essential.

Action: Send resume, letter of application and digital portfolio to Duchesne Drew, Managing Editor for Operations, Star Tribune, 425 Portland Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55488 Questions? Send an email to ddrew@startribune.com

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Interactive Newsroom Technology Manager at AP in New York City

Job Description

The Associated Press is looking for an Interactive Newsroom Technology Manager for its New York City headquarters to manage a staff of programmer-journalists and designers to create groundbreaking online journalism. The applicant will work with news editors, designers and business personnel in order to lead a team that creates dynamic, data-driven products for online such as widgets, data journalism, sophisticated interactive features, easy-to-use templates for the larger newsroom, designs for mobile, apps for social media sites and other new forms of storytelling and distributing journalism.

The applicant will be charged with assigning, managing and ensuring high-quality content as well as integrating workflows and technologies to increase the speed of production. The applicant will work closely with other departments in the newsroom and in business to ensure that projects align with AP’s editorial and business goals. The applicant will create new workflows in order to be able to quickly assemble small teams on collaborative projects with fast turnaround, as well as long-term projects. The editor will contribute to the brainstorming and execution of new ideas.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have two to four years of management experience and a deep knowledge of Web services technologies and experience with Flash AS3, XML, Flash Lite, Flex and a MVC framework such as Django or Ruby on Rails. The successful applicant has expertise in contemporary web design and development techniques, including knowledge of HTML, CSS and Javascript (JQuery, Prototype). Candidates should have experience with web APIs and experience integrating data, audio, and video to drive Flash multimedia presentations. The qualified candidate must be a detail oriented individual with ability to handle tight deadlines, work well under pressure and prioritize multiple projects with strong leadership skills.

Candidates must be deeply attuned to journalism standards and ethics and be able to quickly adapt to a changing media landscape and lead staff in doing so. Candidates must encourage new and different thinking to help secure and advance the AP as a leader in innovative storytelling. The idea candidate is creative, innovative and agile with a passion for the intersection of journalism, design and technology.

Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to snessa@ap.org

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Multimedia Producer at The Roanoke Times in Roanoke, VA

The Roanoke Times is looking for a creative, curious, agile and energetic producer to help us pursue journalistic excellence on roanoke.com. We’re an award-winning site with an established reputation for multimedia storytelling and a vibrant environment of experimentation and invention.

As web producer, you’ll take the lead in developing new ways to engage our audience while making sure content and design meet the standards for quality journalism and web usability. You’ll help us maintain critical sections of roanoke.com. You’ll join us in looking ahead not to where technology and storytelling and information distribution are right now on the web, but where they could be in eight months, two years, or even ten.

You’ll be switching gears a lot: You’ll be producing stories one minute and working with the metro team on a breaking news story the next. You’ll be redesigning a section of the site one day and dreaming up a new way to tell an old story another. You’ll turn around the next and be asked to translate a story from print to online to mobile. You’ll find yourself at once a teacher, a translator, a storyteller and a project manager within the newsroom.

We’ll train you and give you the tools you need to succeed. But you’ll need to hit the ground running, too, and be willing to learn along the way. The strongest applicants demonstrate that they can learn on their feet and seek out new opportunities to teach themselves what they need to know.

That means you’ll need to come into the job with strong web skills (ideally, experience with HTML, CSS and Photoshop; a familiarity with site structure and content management systems; and at least a dabbling in different types of web production) and a strong sense of journalistic values (including, obviously, a serious grasp of ethics, journalism basics, commitment to our community, news sense, online decision-making, etc.).

What we require? Strong communication skills, an ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines, a healthy respect for the place and its people, and a desire to embrace the possible. Infectious enthusiasm is a bonus.

If you’re interested in this position, apply online at jobs.roanoke.com. In addition, send us 3 to 5 links to the pieces that best demonstrate the breadth of your work online, along with a short description of your contribution to each. E-mail those links, along with your resume and a link to your online portfolio/presence to meg.martin@roanoke.com.

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Newsroom Programmer at AP in New York City

Job Description

The Associated Press is looking for a Newsroom Programmer with expertise in building dynamic, data-driven applications for the Web, mobile and other new platforms for its New York City headquarters. The Newsroom Programmer will work with a team of designers and developers to create groundbreaking content of a journalistic nature, including data visualizations, interactive features, databases, apps for social media and mobile platforms. The Newsroom Programmer will help identify technology solutions to expand computer-assisted reporting and have a significant role in fostering a development-friendly environment in the newsroom, which will include teaching Web standards and technical skills to the larger newsroom.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of Web services technologies and an MVC framework, preferably Ruby on Rails. The successful applicant has expertise in contemporary web design and development techniques, including knowledge of HTML, CSS, XML and Javascript (JQuery, Prototype). Candidates should have experience with web APIs and experience integrating data, audio, and video to drive Flash multimedia presentations. Flash AS3/Flex knowledge is a plus. The qualified candidate must be a detail oriented individual with the ability to handle tight deadlines, work well under pressure and able to prioritize multiple projects. Candidates must be deeply attuned to journalism standards and ethics and be able to quickly adapt to a changing media landscape and lead staff in doing so. Candidates must encourage new and different thinking to help secure and advance the AP as a leader in innovative storytelling. The idea candidate is creative, innovative and agile with a passion for the intersection of journalism, design and technology.

Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to snessa@ap.org

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3D Artist/Animator at Grow Interactive in Norfolk, VA

Grow Interactive is seeking a 3D Artist / Animator to join our talented team. Applicants must have a well rounded understanding of modeling, lighting, rigging, animation, and rendering. Experience with Mac-based software is ideal. Additional experience integrating 3D work with full motion video and programs such as After Effects and Flash are strongly desired. Above all else, applicants should have a strong desire to create industry-leading work.

This position is full time at our office in Norfolk, VA, and a competitive salary will be commensurate with experience. A wealth of benefits include health, dental, 401k, paid vacation and holidays, and more. Relocation assistance may also be provided. Qualified applicants should e-mail jobs@thisisgrow.com with a reel / URL (with clear descriptions of your project contributions).

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Flash Developer at Grow Interactive in Norfolk, VA

Grow Interactive is seeking a Flash Developer to join our talented team. Applicants must have expert-level knowledge of AS3. All other skills (FMS, PV3D, server-side scripting, etc.) will be considered a plus. Above all else, we’re looking for someone with a strong desire to create work among the best in the industry.

This position is full time at our office in Norfolk, VA, and a competitive salary will be commensurate with experience. We will pay to relocate. A wealth of benefits include health, dental, 401k, paid vacation and holidays, and more. Qualified applicants should e-mail jobs@thisisgrow.com with a portfolio or URL-list (with clear descriptions of your project roles) and resume.

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Web Developer at Grow Interactive in Norfolk, VA

Grow Interactive is seeking a Web Developer to join our talented team. In this position, you’ll develop on both the front and back end to create pixel-perfect executions of our projects. Projects will include but not be limited to: complex site breakdowns & builds, custom content management and other back-end systems, integration with Flash and other front-end systems, mobile sites and apps, and more.

Applicants must have expert-level knowledge of PHP/MySQL, HTML, CSS, and Javascript/Ajax. Understanding of cross-browser compatibility, SEO-friendly practices, and version control are all also required.

Please also make clear any additional languages or platforms you’re proficient with. iPhone development experience or interest is a big plus. .NET, C#, and Objective-C experiences are all also pluses. Above all else, we’re looking for someone with a strong desire to create work among the best in the industry and to constantly expand his or her technical skills.

This position is full time at our office in Norfolk, VA, and a competitive salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, matching 401k, paid vacation and holidays, and more. Relocation assistance will also be provided.Qualified developers should e-mail jobs@thisisgrow.com with a resume, a portfolio site or URL-list (with clear descriptions of your project roles), code samples, and a salary history.

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Web Production Assistant at Center for Investigative Reporting in Berkeley, California

The Center for Investigative Reporting is seeking a detail-oriented Web Production Assistant to assist in building and updating CIR’s family of websites, showcasing groundbreaking multimedia journalism. Current projects include investigations into the environment, public health, education, constitutional government, national security, public safety, technology and social justice.

Please submit a one-page cover letter explaining why you are interested in and well qualified for this position, as well as a resume, to jobs@cironline.org by June 4, 2010. Put the words Web Production Assistant in the subject line. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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Distribution and Online Community Manager at Center for Investigative Reporting in Berkeley, California

The Center for Investigative Reporting is seeking a Distribution and Online Community Manager to oversee, promote and track distribution of CIR and California Watch content packages through traditional and nontraditional means.

This position will work closely with our editors, reporters and multimedia producers to create comprehensive distribution strategies for all of our work, including print, radio, television and online media outlets, as well as blogs, online communities of interest and social media. This position will also be on the front line of engagement and interaction with our community of readers, helping to keep the stories alive by monitoring where they go, participating in online conversations about our stories, and finding creative ways to keep the stories circulating among the people who are impacted by or care about the topics we’re covering. The Distribution and Online Community Manager is then responsible for overseeing analytics, tracking each story’s distribution, how many people they reach, the level of audience engagement they garner, and notable outcomes from our reporting.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a team of journalists working on a creative and innovative response to the turmoil in the news industry. Strong distribution partnerships with diverse news outlets, along with creative strategies for distributing our stories directly to people online, are key to our goal of getting our stories to the widest possible audiences.

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Senior Media Buyer at Luquire George Andrews in Charlotte, NC

Luquire George Andrews has an immediate opening for a full-time Senior Media Buyer.

Qualified applicants must have 2+ years of media buying experience, working with print and electronic mediums. Experience working within multiple markets will be considered a plus. This successful candidate will work directly with our Vice President, Media Director to create and administer effective advertising schedules across the LGA client roster.

Please submit inquiries and resumes to: resumes@lgaadv.com.

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Multilanguage Audio Producer at StoryQuest (remote)

StoryQuest is a Chicago based firm that produces multimedia business stories. We produce stories in many languages and we are seeking experienced freelance producers fluent in both English and one or more of the following languages: Portuguese, Russian, Mandarin, Japanese, Swedish, Flemish, Spanish, French, Italian, or Danish. Producers can live an work remotely.

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Multimedia Journalist at Gazette Communications in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

We are seeking a K-12 Education Multimedia Journalist to collect accurate, concise atomized content while exploring new ways of news gathering. Other responsibilities: • Identifies and shoots still and video content. • Develops beat, cultivates sources and tracks trends over time • Identifies opportunities for using a variety of ways of storytelling (video, audio, pictures, text, etc.). • Basic audio recording skills

Responsibilities include an undergraduate degree in journalism, English or related course of study with a minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a related field. Candidates must have valid driver’s license and be company insurable. Having ideas on how to present news in an ever-changing media landscape is a must. Some video, photography skills are a plus.

Please send your resume, cover letter and at least 6 recent clips to: Gazette Communications PO Box 511 500 third Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52406 E-mail: gazcohr@gazettecommunications.com

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Photojournalist: multimedia and videography at Advocate Publishing in Dallas, Texas

In this era of burgeoning new media, photos and video can make or break a website’s popularity.

Advocate Publishing is looking for a talented and industrious photojournalist willing to tackle assignments on a part-time/contract basis. The crux of the job would be multimedia projects, both videos and photo essays, plus a few magazine photo assignments each month. The hours are flexible, and how many you work will depend on your pace and proficiency. Salary will be $1,000 to $1,500 a month based on workload and experience. The potential exists for this to grow into a full-time position.

The ability to capture subjects through an artistic and photojournalistic lens is a must, as are strong people skills, reporting know-how and a nose for news. Website and video shooting/editing experience are also a necessity.

This is the ideal job for a recent J-school graduate looking to break into the field. Candidates without a journalism background will not be considered.

The projects will focus on the people, issues and events in the neighborhoods we cover. Each month, nearly a quarter-million Dallas residents read our award-winning magazines delivered to front doorsteps and placed in racks in the five neighborhoods we cover — Far North Dallas, Lakewood/East Dallas, Lake Highlands, Oak Cliff and Preston Hollow. These neighbors also look to our website, advocatemag.com, for hyperlocal coverage they can’t find anywhere else: Entertaining, engaging stories about their homes, families, neighborhoods and lifestyles.

Applicants should send a cover letter, résumé and examples of work (links are fine) to managing editor Christina Hughes Babb, chughes@advocatemag.com with the subject line “magazine photojournalist”.

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Editor, Marketing & Communications at Boston University in Boston, MA

BU Today (www.bu.edu/today), the daily news website of Boston University, is looking for an energetic and imaginative editor who can lead the award-winning site to the next level. The ideal candidate will have excellent content and line-editing skills and a full appreciation of social media and web 2.0. The candidate will have a knack for spotting the potential for interactive and multimedia enhancements in news stories, lifestyle features and reports about campus events. Video editing skills are desirable. The candidate must be able to work under deadline pressure, and must have excellent communication and leadership skills.

Requires: B.A./B.S., or equivalent. Broad education and interests; excellent research, writing, and editing skills; ability to work with colleagues and with administrators, faculty, and alumni. Ability to manage many responsibilities simultaneously, to prioritize and shift quickly. Experience in print, web, and video. The ideal candidate will have several years of journalism experience, working as a writer, editor, and manager, and will be familiar with all aspects of online publishing. Knowledge of national intellectual, educational, journalistic, publishing trends; ability to learn new areas quickly.

Please apply at: http://www.bu.edu/hr/jobs/

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Creative Director at Washington City Paper in Washington, DC

Creative Director at Washington City Paper to oversee all phases of the creative process to produce high quality, strategically grounded design primarily for the print publication and to oversee website design. In addition to producing distinctive design for the publication’s cover and internal pages each week, he or she also will provide creative direction for the publication’s marketing, public relations, and sales activities. The Creative Director will report to the Publisher and will serve as liaison with central Creative Services division located in Atlanta for the production of news pages, marketing materials, and client advertisements.

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Data Visualization Designer at Businessweek in New York City, NY

Businessweek is seeking an infographics designer who can navigate raw numbers and visualize data in a range of forms from small spot business charts to large data rich graphics. The successful candidate will collaborate with an editorial team in creating innovative visualizations of data and story ideas. A curiosity about and an understanding of the financial markets and the ability to think creatively about presentations within this subject matter will be a focal point of the job. The ability to cultivate and develop a freelance base of outside talent for special projects is also desirable. The ideal candidate will have a journalistic sense that will enable injecting a sense of discovery in the presentation. The candidate should have a mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite and have a working knowledge of current visualization programs.

This role will report into Cynthia Hoffman.

Applicants should e-mail resume and work to Cynthia Hoffman at cynthia_hoffman@businessweek.com.

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Infographics Artist at The Columbus Dispatch in Columbus, OH

We are currently looking for a strong visual journalist to join our team. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are a must. We place a high value on strong ideas and thoughtful, clean presentation. The ability to break down information and take ownership of assignments is also required. While we are in need of someone who can handle daily graphics and whatever is thrown at them during an evening shift, we also want someone who is resourceful and passionate about their work. I’m looking for portfolios that combine creativity and problem solving with excellent layout and typography skills. Any illustration capabilities are an asset. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and a good sense of humor are imperative! Please send resumes and work samples to: Scott Minister sminister@dispatch.com Art Director The Columbus Dispatch Columbus, OH 43215

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Graphics Reporter/Designer at The National Journal in Washington DC

National Journal, a leading source of nonpartisan reporting on politics and policy in Washington, seeks a versatile graphics reporter/designer to join a team (3-4 individuals) responsible for creating interactive features for NationalJournal.com and with providing information graphics, maps and charts across all National Journal-branded platforms, including its daily and weekly print publications. This is a hybrid position for an ambitious visual journalist. In addition to producing graphics, the role offers opportunities for developing online, Flash-based features. Potential applicants should posses strong skills in research and reporting, have an interest in working with large amounts of data, and also have experience in news design or interactive graphics development.

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Junior Multimedia Designer at ShopNBC in Eden Prairie, MN

ShopNBC.com, the e-commerce arm of ShopNBC is looking for an extremely talented junior-level multimedia designer to support our consumer-oriented web stores. When submitting a resume, please provide a link to portfolio or sample work. Duties are varied, with room for growth. Your design skills will be applied to in-house materials for the ShopNBC.com website. Tasks include but are not limited to: banners, flash, e-mail communications, external partner sites including affilliate ad banners and advertisements.

The position requires an Associates degree or better in Graphic Design or a related field, and at least one year of experience as a graphic designer. Qualified candidates will be required to provide a portfolio showing concept-driven design work; proving proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash and knowledge of web development, Microsoft Office is a plus.

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Also make sure to scan through our listing of May job opportunities to see if there are other openings that may be of interest to you.

We gather employment opportunities as we come across them on our Facebook’s discussion board. Are you an employer and want to feature a job opening? Post it there and we will automatically include it in next month’s round-up. Or, feel free to email us your listing at innovativeinteractivity@gmail.com.

Other posts that might interest you:

• October brings a wealth of multimedia job opportunities
• Job opportunities, May 2010
• Job and internship opportunities, September 2010

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