Digital Technology and Culture

A blog for students and friends of Washington State University Vancouver's Digital Technology and Culture Program

New Job Announcement

 Thanks to Greg Z. for this one:



GRAPHIC ARTIST-WEB DESIGN - MECHANICAL/HARDWARE/DESIGN/DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

JOB #:6595

JOB TITLE: GRAPHIC ARTIST-WEB DESIGN

LOCATION: Vancouver, WA

Pay Rate: Competitive Salary-DOE

Our client, a global leader in the development and manufacture of Laptops & Tablet PCs; Desktop & All-in-one PCs; Printers & All-in-ones; Ink, Toner & Paper; Handhelds & Calculators; Scanners; Monitors; Home Servers; Gaming Systems. Servicing Home and Home Office consumer; Small, Medium and Large Enterprises; as well as Government, Health and Education organizations needs to fill an opening for a GRAPHIC ARTIST-WEB DESIGN.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Graphic artist needed to design visual look & feel for website pages and content assets, as well as generate final production graphics and update design documentation. 

As we build out our existing website with exciting new content, we need web pages and graphics that are fresh and compelling, yet fit within brand content guidelines.

RESPONSIBLITIES- SKILLS:

Requirements: 

• Demonstrated experience delivering webpage designs and graphic assets. 

• Experience with Adobe CS4, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. 

• Passion and direct experience desired in areas of music, sports, popular entertainment. 

• Experience designing for a variety of specific consumer targets. 

• Positive attitude towards accepting input and providing revisions. 

• Ability to positively adapt to change. 

• Must deliver quickly, in fast-paced environment. 

• A portfolio is required for review; online access desired. 

• Experience designing or producing posters, public art or unique advertising graphics 

• Interactive animation skills using Javascript, JQuery, AJAX 

• Flash animation experience desired 

• Graphics automation with Photoshop or ImageMagick a plus

COMPENSATION:

• Highly competitive salary based upon experience

• Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, Term Life, Short Term Disability

• Paid Holidays

• Direct Deposit

• Weekly Payroll

Submit your resume to recruiter@atppersonnel.com or call 1-866-321-4ATP and ask to speak with either Justin Dunn or Rory Watkins.

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4 New Jobs

 Web Designer

-       Perfect role for anyone that is looking for a challenge!

-       This position will be DOE

-       To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email your resume and cover letter Elizabeth at elizabeth@campuspoint.com. 

Job Duties:

Collaborate with team members on new features and design requirements. Develop and implement solutions to streamline content delivery on the corporate website. Manage requirements, usability, and overall user experience, including design, look and feel, and workflow of website.



Responsibilities:

·  Graphics Production for online properties

·  Template Design

·  Flash Production & Development

·  Front end development (JavaScripting, CSS, XML, xHTML)



Required Skills:

·  Highly motivated and independent, well organized and detail oriented, strong problem solving skills

·  Strong listening, written, verbal and telephone

·  Experience working on websites

·  Technologies: Photoshop; Flash; ActionScript; Dreamweaver; Visual Studio; xHTML; JavaScript; CSS; XML ; content management tools



Design Skills:

Understanding of good composition design (layout design); web template management - master templates, content templates; web site design patterns; web usability; web production.



Web site based off the seven principles of ZEN; seven shields:

1) Know Wonder(about the company)

2) Wonder about Us?(bios and pics),

3) The Wonder of Wonder Drink (Origin)

4) Health Benefits

5) Products with descriptions and nutritional panels

6) Green and Global( tea recycling and using free trade ingredients)

7) Taste(address pasteurization)

Compensation: DOE

Front End Web Developer

-        To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email Hirav at hirav@campuspoint.com. 

Position Summary:

The Front End Web Developer is responsible for the development, delivery, and support of custom web interfaces. Working directly with the Client Implementation Manager, this role will also have substantial interaction with Account Specialists. This role requires extensive problem solving skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely and orderly fashion.



Primary Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot HTML and JavaScript for client facing web interfaces.

• Propose, design, develop, and manage projects/applications that enhance services provided to clients and streamline departmental processes.

• Proof, edit, and upload text in multiple languages.

• Create and adapt graphics for EP-managed web pages.

• Upload client data as needed to support the development of the interface.



Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college.

• Intermediate level programming and JavaScript skills.

• Expert level HTML/XHTML, CSS, and web page layout skills.

• Experience creating web forms.

• Familiarity with Object Oriented Programming.

• Strong analytical and technical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Windows XP, Office 2003, and Adobe Acrobat



Environment:

• Fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.).

• Willingness to take risks and openness to change.

• Extensive computer and phone use; email intensive environment.

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

• Must be able to pass a background and reference check.



Compensation: DOE

PHP Software Engineer

-       This is a great company that is growing really quickly and is looking to add to their team!!  

-       This position will start out DOE. 

-       To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email Hirav at hirav@campuspoint.com. 

Join the web development team and play a primary role in solving problems, building solutions, designing and building tools and web applications primarily in a PHP/MySQL environment. This position calls for a dedicated software engineer who works well on a small, fast-paced team. The PHP Software Engineer is expected to take a problem statement or requirement set and develop prototypes, systems and solutions in predictable times. The PHP Software Engineer must be able to rise up to meet a challenge with technical knowledge, creative thinking, open-mindedness and enthusiasm. Someone self-driven to learn, create, refine and share.



Personal Requirements:

· Exceptional multi-tasking skills

· Friendly team player who is willing to lead, listen and invest in positive criticism

· Ability to communicate effectively, relay tasks, and set agendas

· Strong attention to detail for all facets of work

· Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with the desire to learn new skills

· Ability to self manage and prioritize work items



Technical Requirements:

· BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Math or Physics

· Hands-on experience in software development

· Solid foundation in computer science essence fundamentals, including data structures, programming languages, algorithms, software engineering, database theory, and operating systems

· Advanced skills for software design and development using PHP

· Demonstrated experience with object oriented software design and development in PHP

· Strong knowledge of query design and optimization and database scheme design, preferably in MySQL

· Demonstrated experience with source code control procedures and environments

· Hands-on experience with JavaScript and a JavaScript Library, preferably jQuery

· Knowledge of Linux, including configuration, installation and administration of LAMP environments (Apache, PHP and MySQL)

· Ability to create technical design documentation

· Some Python/Django experience would be a plus

· Experience developing code for high traffic sites a plus

Compensation: There is a competitive salary, commission plan, medical, dental, an exceptional work environment, challenging work, and other benefits.

Entry Level Application Consultant / Developer

-       Great opportunity to get your foot in the door with a great company that provides great training and growth.            

-       This position will start out DOE. 

-       To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email Elizabeth at elizabeth@campuspoint.com. 

Join a dynamic team working on innovative web-based applications in one of the hottest markets in the industry -- electronic healthcare research!!



The Entry-level Application Consultant/Developer will work in our Sales Department in development of technical demos for our sales efforts. You will be responsible for configuration of potential client software applications. The developer will work on web-based application design based on the Commerce Research and Healthcare web and database-based application suite which uses the latest web technologies.



Development will include business logic programming, UI/forms/reports design, workflow design and configuration.



Role:

Work with the sales team in configuration of the products for technical demos for sales efforts. Using the products and configuration tools, this role will perform some or all of the following in adapting, configuring, and preparing a technical demo:

· Workflow adaptation and configuration to accommodate a potential customer’s specific process and workflow

· Application testing; functional, user interface, performance, and security testing



Essential Education, Skills and Environment:

· Undergraduate degree in computer science systems or equivalent programming/development experience.

· Personal initiative and problem solving skills

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

· Proficient or experience with Microsoft environment and tools; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

· Hands-on web application development/programming with experience in or using the following:

- Database technology and SQL/query design, preferably using Microsoft SQL Server.

- HTML and XML

- Programming (JavaScript, VBScript, C++ or C#, Java, VB)

- Source code control technology and process; preferably using VSS

- Microsoft Windows; preferably Server

Training will be provided! Great Growth Potential!

Compensation: DOE

Learn more and apply via www.CampusPoint.com or email your resume to Elizabeth at elizabeth@campuspoint.com.

About CampusPoint:

We are a FREE online resource that is dedicated to helping college students and college graduates connect with local employers helping them find jobs and internships. CampusPoint offers access to hundreds of local, Portland area employers and positions. For more information you can email Elizabeth Corr at elizabeth@campuspoint.com or look over our website, www.campuspoint.com.

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From The Career News

 Read this and then look at the previous post at the cool jobs I posted there!

In tough market, avoid making costly mistakes 

Abridged: MCT News

LANSING, MI -- "Because job hunters are so fearful and full of anxiety, the way they are approaching job hunting is more off-base than ever," said Andrea Kay, a career consultant. They're "...not taking time to think about strategy. They're merely reacting." According to a survey of 500 executive recruiters conducted for TheLadders.com, the biggest mistakes made by job seekers are:



1. Too desperate/willing to take anything

2. Poor interview preparation

3. Weak resumes



Your job hunting strategy is key. During hard times, you need to have strong job-hunting skills to compete. Developing a strategy can help you organize and focus your search, while helping you overcome that sense of desperation. Also keep in mind, many employers prefer not to advertise on the Internet. Some jobs are "not advertised" and the only way to find them is by working with a recruiter and networking.

Still unemployed? Update your job search strategy 

Staff Writer, The Career News

LOS ANGELES, CA -- With so many people currently in the job market or looking for better career opportunities, how can you make sure your resume will be seen? With advancing technology, the internet is a extremely popular resource for posting and finding resumes. But with all the career sites available, wouldn't it be nice if your resume could be found on all of them?



Consider a site that can make that happen. You post your information to their site once, and they distribute it on up to 85 different top career sites! It's called Resume Rabbit and it's so easy to use. Just fill out one simple online form and in just 5 minutes you'll be well on your way to landing that job you've been searching for. There's also a personal posting report auto-login feature that lets you log in to the many sites where your resume is posted in just one mouse click!



Distributing your resume online is easy with Resume Rabbit. You could spend hours and hours posting your resume individually to all the top career sites - or you can let a site like Resume Rabbit do it for you. Then, 1.5 million employers can instantly see your resume daily. Update your job search strategy and distribute your resume fast with Resume Rabbit.

Didn't get the job? Post-analysis is up to you. 

Abridged: Philly news

PHILADELPHIA, PA -- There are lots of reasons employers do not hire those they interview. Some job seekers go into a job interview with unbusiness-like attitudes. Some even argue with the interviewer. Others demand rather than negotiate a salary. And in an effort to sell their skills, some job seekers are too aggressive during an interview. 



In a recession, work becomes a matter of economic necessity. However, it's a mistake to bring personal problems to a job interview. This gives the message that your personal problems will most likely interfere with the job. At some point during a job interview the interviewer will ask questions about a candidate's past or present employers. Keep in mind, putting down a previous employer doesn't go over well with interviewers. 



Lack of preparation is also a fatal error for many. Be prepared and ask questions that relate to the responsibilities of the job. Unrealistic requirements can often become a stumbling block too. Salary, benefit packages, travel restrictions, schedules and location preferences may be insurmountable obstacles. Poor communication skills and poor body language doom some.

Tips on preparing for your next job interview 

Abridged: Diversity Inc.

AUSTIN, TX -- Suit pressed? Check. Address of interview? Check. Extra copies of resumes? Check. These are just a few items from my personal pre-interview checklist, a collection of points that I came to know very well over the past few months. But if you are anything like I was, you are often left wondering, "What am I missing?" Here are a few tips to help you in covering all your bases before that important interview.



Is "It the Right Fit"? Make sure you've become knowledgeable about the company by doing your research. The mission and vision of a company is always important, especially since working for them will be a reflection of your character. Given the current job climate it's also important to explore the company's financial standing and opportunities for professional growth.



While your background--ethnic group, disability or sexual orientation--is an asset, is it something that you can bring up in an interview? Career experts advise to err on the side of caution. It's really not necessary unless the interview is for an organization that targets those groups. If disclosing it doesn't support the objective of getting hired, then you really shouldn't.

Interview secret that practically forces them to hire you 

Staff Writer, The Career News

LOS ANGELES, CA -- Diligent job seekers spend hours creating resumes & cover letters, searching through job postings, reviewing classifieds and networking -- all in order to get an interview. Yet most of them don't spend nearly enough time learning what to do when they get one! And with the job market as competitive as it is, you just can't afford to blow an interview.



The skills needed to do the job and the skills needed to get the job are two completely separate things. Even in today's competitive job market, the most qualified person rarely gets the job. Additionally, interviews are harder to get than before. When the job market was booming it took an average of 3 interviews to get 1 job offer. Now it takes 17. The key is have a great interview, where the interviewer actually pictures you doing the job.



If you want to be that person, there's a little known secret you can put together for your next interview that literally forces the interviewer to picture you filling the position, and to visualize actually hiring you -- asap. Using this method guarantees you'll stand out from the crowd and shoot straight to the top of the "must hire" list. For more information, follow this link.

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New Jobs!!!!

 

Jobs

1) Metro is seeking an associate public affairs specialist in communications in Portland.  Annual salary is $49,329 - $66,056.  Application deadline September 1.   2) Defend Oregon is hiring an outreach organizer in Portland.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  Position is open until filled.  E-mail resume and cover letter to liz@ouroregon.org   3) Gateway to College National Network is hiring a program manager in Portland.  The salary range is $50,000 - $80,000 per year, including a comprehensive benefits package. Starting salary is typically in the first quartile of the range.  Position closes September 11.   4) The US Army Corps of Engineers is hiring a public affairs specialist in Portland.  Annual salary is 49,020.00 - 77,097.00.  Apply by August 28.   5) Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides is hiring a development director in Eugene.  Annual salary range is between $35,000 to $40,000, depending on experience.  Please direct questions to Kim Leval at kleval@pesticide.org or (541) 344-5044, x 15.  Apply by August 28. 6) St. Mary's Academy in downtown Portland is seeking a marketing/public relations director. Duties include designing a school-wide marketing strategy seeking out new opportunities for exposure, community involvement and leadership. This position also includes project management of all marketing materials, news releases and media relations. Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits. Position is open until filled.    7) The Oregon Sustainability Center is hiring a fundraising director in Portland.  Salary is negotiable.  Screening begins September 1. Please submit resume and cover letter electronically to Liz Hopkins at lhopkins@pdxinstitute.org., or via the mail to P+OSI C/O Liz Hopkins, 1600 SW 4th Ave, Suite 800, Portland, OR 97201.   8) OHSU Foundation is hiring a director of development in the School of Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology in Portland.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  Position is open until filled.  Please forward a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to: ohsufhr@ohsu.edu   9) Oregon Voice is hiring an executive director in Portland.  Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.  Apply by October 13. 10) The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is hiring a community outreach specialist in Portland. Experience with social media is helpful, but not required.  Annual salary is approximately $44,000 - $77,000, depending upon education and experience. Submit resume by August 31 to "COS Hiring Manager" via mail: PO Box 709, Portland, OR 97207; Email: applicants.portland@ic.fbi.gov; or fax:(503) 552-5465.

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System Tech Job and Graphic Designer

 New position in Systems Technology

Graphic Design Internship

The Portland Art Museum announces an Internship opportunity in our Marketing Department – Graphic Design Intern. The Marketing Department works closely with the all areas of the Museum and this is an excellent opportunity for a student truly interested in learning the processes of graphic design within a Non-Profit environment. This position will assist the Marketing Department and help support the Museum’s mission by creating signs, posters, ads, and brochures to promote the Museum’s exhibitions and programs. 

This internship is full-time or part-time, with a minimum 15 hours per week and a 3 month commitment required. Eligibility and Qualifications: applicants may be undergraduate or graduate students currently enrolled in a program with emphasis in graphic design or equivalent area of study. Qualified individuals will have demonstrated interest in graphic design; be proficient with InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Mac platform; possess strong attention to detail and accuracy; and organizational skills. 

To apply for this internship, please submit the following: 

1. Letter of interest that details: 

• Your abilities that meet intern qualifications, 

• Reasons for wanting to intern with the Museum, and 

• Availability (i.e., start and end date, days of the week available if known, etc.). 

2. Resume of your employment, volunteer, intern and academic experience. 

Please submit the above to: Human Resources, Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205 or email the above to hr@pam.org. Applications received without the above letter of interest will not be considered. 

Applicants advancing to the next step will be contacted and asked to complete an Internship Application Form. No calls or drop-ins please. Deadline: August 31, 2009.

Positions are part-time and unpaid. No financial assistance, housing, or travel reimbursements are provided as part of the program. 

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More Jobs

 1.  Help Desk Technician

-       This position will be paying $13 hr.

-       To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email your resume and cover letter to Ross at ross@campuspoint.com. 

Here’s what we ask you to do:

-Provide hardware/software/customer service support via phone and network tools.

-Answer incoming calls.

-Log customer call (incoming/outgoing) into a call tracking system with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

-Follows up with our customer’s issues as required.

-Follows problem escalation

-Performs other related duties as assigned by our way cool management team

 Hardware Support

•WAN/LAN connectivity verification and support and ability to implement resolutions.

•Network printer, workstation and server support and ability to implement resolutions.

•Basic Hardware troubleshooting (phone system, monitors, keyboards, PC, modems, routers and switches) and ability to implement resolutions.



Software Support

•Learn proprietary client software and master the ability to train end users.

•Support operating systems (Windows 2003 SVR and XP) with ability to implement resolutions.

•Microsoft Software (Internet Explorer, Outlook, Word and Excel) support/ functionality/operability and ability to implement resolutions.



Here are the skills that you need:

-Knowledge of and skill in supporting multiple LAN / WAN environments.

-Knowledge of and skill in supporting Operating Systems, primarily Windows 2003 SVR & XP.

-Knowledge of and skill in supporting: Microsoft Products (Internet Explorer, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc).

-Knowledge of and skill in supporting: printers, monitors, keyboards and other computer devices.

-Ability to learn customer proprietary software system.

-Knowledge of office equipment such as: phone system, voice mail, personal computer, calculator, facsimile, and copy machine.

-Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously (multitasking).

-Ability to communicate with customers, employees, and business contacts in a calm, courteous and professional manner.

-Ability to work independently.

-Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability, (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

-Demonstrated ability to take appropriate action in crisis situations.

Compensation: $13 hr

Learn more and apply via www.CampusPoint.com or email your resume and cover letter to Ross at ross@campuspoint.com. 





2.  Front End Web Developer

-        To learn more or apply today go to www.CampusPoint.com or email Hirav at hirav@campuspoint.com. 

Position Summary:

The Front End Web Developer is responsible for the development, delivery, and support of custom web interfaces. Working directly with the Client Implementation Manager, this role will also have substantial interaction with Account Specialists. This role requires extensive problem solving skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely and orderly fashion.



Primary Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot HTML and JavaScript for client facing web interfaces.

• Propose, design, develop, and manage projects/applications that enhance services provided to clients and streamline departmental processes.

• Proof, edit, and upload text in multiple languages.

• Create and adapt graphics for EP-managed web pages.

• Upload client data as needed to support the development of the interface.



Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college.

• Intermediate level programming and JavaScript skills.

• Expert level HTML/XHTML, CSS, and web page layout skills.

• Experience creating web forms.

• Familiarity with Object Oriented Programming.

• Strong analytical and technical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Windows XP, Office 2003, and Adobe Acrobat



Environment:

• Fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.).

• Willingness to take risks and openness to change.

• Extensive computer and phone use; email intensive environment.

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

• Must be able to pass a background and reference check.



Compensation: DOE

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Graphic Design Position

 http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/med/1321652102.html



Check it out!



--Dene

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Mac Pritchard Jobs

 http://tinyurl.com/l2ju5g

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A Job of the Future

 According to CNN.com, one of the top jobs of the future is a "Simulation Developer."  Salary ranges around $58K. Check it out:

3. Simulation developer

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Jobs

 1) The Oregon Food Bank is seeking a communications specialist in Portland.  Annual salary is $32,582. Position closes August 16.

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