Julia Schaefer

Art Director, Digital : San Francisco, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:05 EST

This position plays a key role in developing breakthrough design concepts. Reports directly to the Senior Art Director and works collaboratively with Front-end Development, Merchandising and Content management team

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for conception, design, and execution of innovative visual materials for major digital projects
• Manage product photography and image production team
• Develop/update style guides and standards for Sephora.com as well as online partner sites
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and support by providing design solutions
• Mentor and inspire direct reports
• Manage freelance designers/photographers/production artists and vendors as needed

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong design portfolio, ideally in the beauty/fashion/retail industry
• Minimum 3 plus years experience in ecommerce
• Strong understanding of front-end website development
• Solid understanding of digital photography and color management
• BFA in Graphic Design or equivalent experience/education
• Strong sense of style and creativity
• Detail oriented with high degree of accuracy
• Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and basic HTML. Flash a plus
• Posses highly polished professional skills (Written, verbal, presentation, etc)
• Ability to multi-task, managing multiple projects, people and initiatives.
• Passion for Beauty

APPLICATION PROCESS
• Resume and online portfolio
• Job application form
• Reference check

Production Artist : San Francisco, CA : Talent Bridge/Temp-to-Perm

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:36 EST

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for preparing and quality-checking final art files. Hands-off files to vendors and provides any pre-press guidance needed.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepares and quality-checks final design mechanicals across all marketing programs; partners with Creative lead to approve final files before release
• Packages final mechanicals with fonts, etc. and provides to vendor. Provides any pre-press guidance needed
• Manages all customization and versioning of design layouts
• Prepares window Animation Book (store installation instructions)
• Designs and finalizes layouts for select templatized programs; collaborates with Creative lead for direction and approval
• Supports manager by:
o Helping to enforce proper folder and data storage hierarchies and naming conventions
o Maintaining scanning stations for creative department
• Works with Manager to evaluate, maintain and improve production workflow and identify process gaps and provide solutions for improvement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• College degree; BA or BFA preferred
• 2+ years of graphic production experience
• Proficient knowledge of computer programs: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photo Shop and Adobe InDesign
• Good understanding of production (printing and pre-press) processes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented; time management skills, ability to juggle priorities
• Strong relationship-building skills; ability to work with a variety of people in various disciplines
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment and meet very tight deadlines
• The drive to excel and succeed; self-motivated
• Can-do positive attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach

Project Coordinator : San Francisco, CA : Talent Bridge/Temp-to-Perm

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:36 EST

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for supporting the workflow of the Creative team, driving for operational efficiency and timely completion of work. This role works with a multi-functional team of designers, writers and production artists to ensure creative deadlines and deliverables are met.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support Creative Services director by updating daily schedule with creative team assignments, priorities and deadlines
• Routes creative from copy/layout stage to final mechanical stage between Design (CD, AD, designers), Editorial and Production/QC
• Manages routing of creative work to Program Management team for external reviews/approvals
• Partners with Creative Services Director and Program Managers to understand daily project priorities in order to fast track “hot” projects
• Provides support to Creative team in prepping for formal presentations (prepping boards, print-outs, etc.)
• Processes and track invoices; follows-up w/ vendors and AP on status

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• College degree
• 2+ years experience in project/traffic/account management
• Agency experience preferred
• Excellent technical skills – MS Office (specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Good understanding of creative departments processes and workflow
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented; time management skills, ability to juggle priorities
• Effective relationship-building skills, ability to cultivate strong partnerships across teams to get work done
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment and meet very tight deadlines
• The drive to excel and succeed; self-motivated
• Can-do positive attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach

Digital Marketing Specialist : San Francisco : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:05:00 EST

Roles and Responsibilities
Supports Senior Manager, Digital Marketing & Digital Brand Building in managing paid search campaigns on multiple channels including Google, Bing, etc. They will support all aspects of paid search from strategy development, implementation, optimization, reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can manage all detailed aspects of day-to-day paid search campaign activities. This individual should possess a great depth of tactical knowledge in paid search services.

• Research and strategize paid search campaigns plans for beauty brands.
• Conduct keyword research and selection for pay-per-click campaigns
• Utilize bid management tools and data modeling to maximize the effectiveness of PPC campaigns.
• Proactively make strategic PPC campaign recommendations.
• Monitor and report on campaign results, analyze key metrics, and optimize click-through and conversion rates.
• Consistently analyze and report on campaign results and present recommended optimizations to Senior Manager, Digital Marketing.
• Help with paid display campaign implementation, analysis and reporting.
• Maintain Google Affiliate Network campaigns.
• Write specification documents and design experiments to test new strategies and opportunities for growth. Analyze these results and push forward next steps at a rigorous pace.
• Perform granular traffic and conversion analyses to gain insight into keyword and landing page performance, in conjunction with web team.
• Develop and maintain understanding of marketplace dynamics and key players, and communicate to internal partners including marketing, web team and senior management.
• Identify and analyze competitor techniques, as well as benchmarking BE’s performance against competitors; keep up-to-date with new opportunities in the search competitive landscape, work with legal and outside vendors to get new programs implemented which drive positive results.
• Work with external and internal creative resources to develop effective designs for all post-click landing experiences, in conjunction with web team.
• Manage key agency relationships on an ongoing basis.
• Help with other digital marketing tasks as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4-6 years of experience developing and executing results-oriented digital marketing programs.
• Agency experience preferred.
• Can fluently translate business objectives, digital marketing goals, and online customer insights into impactful, innovative brand-appropriate digital solutions.
• Deep understanding of and familiarity with SEM & SEO, its uses and implications, and its next-generation potential in brand and product marketing.
• Solution-oriented; takes consistent initiative and resourcefulness when it comes to resolving problems and going after new, valuable opportunities.
• Understanding of SEO a plus
• Excellent written and verbal skills, knowing when and how to adjust tone and message to appropriate audiences.
• Effective partner management, negotiation, and operational skills with strong results orientation and efficiency mentality.
• Financial acumen required, including experience managing multimillion $ budgets.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and deliver multiple products or services concurrently under time constraints. Knows when to do vs. delegate.
• Nimble, adaptable, can go with the flow.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Creative, fearless thinking

Digital Studio Manager : San Francisco, CA : Talent Bridge/Temp-to-Perm

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:06:01 EST

Are you a Studio Manager that has a passion for the beauty and fashion industry? We are currently hiring a dynamic Studio Manager to oversee all aspects of the digital photo studio for a major beauty retail brand. The Studio Manager is responsible for managing production of high-quality digital files at established specifications with a focus on aesthetics, detail, and workflow. This role requires creative problem solving and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume studio environment. Successful candidates will be self-starters, strong communicators, detail-oriented, and have a passion for beauty, developing efficiencies, forecasting, innovating and photography.

As the Studio Manager, you will be responsible for evolving the existing processes for the digital photo studio and becomes the point person for the photo studio to other teams. You must be a highly organized, technically oriented and experienced in managing a team, its relationships and its output. The Studio Manager will report directly to the Senior Art Director and works with merchandising team, product production team, and photographers.

Digital Studio Manager for eCommerce Global Luxury Brand : San Francisco, CA : Talent Bridge/Temp-to-Perm

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:06:02 EST

Purchasing Agent : San Francisco, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 20:00:03 EST

The purchasing agent role starts immediately and goes to 7/31/13. Looking for someone with 2-4 years experience.

The candidate will create and manage purchase orders, lead vendor weekly reviews, initiate cost savings opportunities, manage and communicate production attainment, resolve payment issues. This is an individual contributor position as part of a production team.

Marketing Manager : San Francisco, CA : Talent Bridge/Temp-to-Perm

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:30:05 EST

The Online Marketing Manager is versed in all aspects of online marketing including identifying advertising avenues, organic and paid search, campaign management, creative testing, web analytics, project management and emerging trends. Desired candidate can plan and execute strategy and also enjoys working in a hands-on environment.
Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive online marketing strategy geared towards direct revenue, lead generation, customer acquisition and customer retention by leveraging website/s, email marketing, SEO, SEM, Social media, affiliate/partner management, etc. accomplished by leading and managing in-house and external resources
• Design, Manage and Optimize campaigns for;
-Subscriber Acquisition / Lead Generation
-Customer Acquisition/Conversion
-Customer Retention
• Design, Manage and Optimize SEO and SEM strategies and campaigns.
• Drive SEM programs: keyword discovery, keyword expansion, ad copy, ad grouping, landing page optimization, testing, and analysis
• Develop effective display campaigns, including banner ads, social media, and retargeting
• Develop and manage forecasts; implement strategies to achieve/exceed targets
• Work with agency to test, monitor and optimize the delivery of ad campaigns from beginning to end, including both creative and media optimizations.
• Analyze keyword trends and ROI of keywords
• Research and analyze competitor SEM/SEO campaigns
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices
• Work with business partners to manage and update website to ensure search engine visibility, favorable user experience and brand consistency.
• Implement SEO initiatives and drive key processes and functions such as competitive keyword research, link analysis, link building, content development, and content optimization
• Work with partners to monitor and analyze website traffic to plan, coordinate and implement website advancements and drive feedback to relevant online marketing initiatives.
• Work with team to develop compelling ad copy, title tags, meta descriptions, and more
• Run daily and weekly marketing performance reports and provide insights and recommendations.
• Manage, coach and develop associate marketing manager
• Partner with cross-functional team members to build the business

Required Qualifications:

*Minimum 7 years of experience in online marketing spanning SEO, SEM/PPC, display, direct mail and website management including 3 years of hands on SEM experience
*Hands-on knowledge of best practices in SEM and a proven track-record of delivering qualified traffic from both an acquisition and conversion standpoint

*Enthusiastically committed to establishing oneself as top talent in the field of Internet Advertising and Marketing, Consumer E-commerce, and/or Direct Response Marketing as well as pursuing development of own knowledge base and skill set through constant learning.

*Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Business or related discipline and/or equivalent work experience.

*Strong data analysis skills and a passion to extract insights to drive program performance; fluency with performance metrics and ROI analysis. Capable of pulling data from various resources and translating into trends, action plans, and compelling reports.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Great attention to detail and focus on quality of results
• Self-motivated; a good team player
• Proficiency with web analytics tools and Microsoft Excel is required
• A keen awareness of current industry trends and search best practices.
• Outstanding analytical skills and experience with data analysis

Senior Copywriter : San Francisco, CA : Temporary

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 19:30:03 EST

As a key contributor to the creative team, this position is responsible for concepting, writing and proofreading marketing and communication materials. The copywriter plays a lead role in crafting highly conceptual, compelling copy that consistently communicates the brand voice. Primary copywriting responsibilities include: branding, makeup and skincare and md formulations. Mediums include packaging, channel marketing, international, direct marketing, signage, social media, press material and online communication. A demonstrated knowledge in marketing, retail and brand messaging is essential—experience in skincare and beauty required. Also requires expertise in copyediting and proofreading for all projects, including print and online. This position entails a significant amount of initiative, creativity, independence and organization with the ability to originate ideas and manage a variety of projects. Must be able to prioritize while multi-tasking and handle pressure with adherence to quality and deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where innovation, creativity, a positive attitude, growth, passion and fun are valued.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and write creative copy for projects including, but not limited to, all packaging copy, catalog, brand materials, direct mail, sales sheets, email newsletters, online communications, press releases, retail promotional signs, postcards and other marketing materials.
• Develop highly creative product names, taglines, positioning copy, branding copy and global assets
• Communicate a consistent, compelling and brand-appropriate voice throughout all communications.
• Work closely with Global Copy Manager and Creative Director to lead concepts and write marketing communications materials.
• Work closely with Brand, Product Development, Marketing and Education to ensure accurate, consistent, and high quality messaging in all marketing and communications materials.
• Obtain regulatory and legal approval for all copy.
• Manage multi-language translation requests.
• Manage multiple writing projects with the ability to meet constant deadlines and the flexibility to manage shifting priorities.
• Provide advice and strategic input to Brand and Product Development in the development of seasonal concept overviews.
• Develop familiarity with products in order to identify features and benefits and ensure copy is thorough and accurate.
• Support naming and branding projects.
• Work to continually improve copy across all channels.
• Review all copy to ensure accuracy of information and mechanics of writing, which includes punctuation, spelling, structure and organization.
• Correct and revise copy until approved.
• Maintain history of all copy revisions throughout entire project cycle.
• Ensures the correct use of trademark symbols according to legal guidelines.
• Maintains organized filing system of key information materials on spelling usage, brand style and other legal specifications and updates files on a regular basis.

Requirements:
• BA in English, Journalism, Marketing or related field
• Minimum of 4 years copywriting experience; minimum 2 years skincare/beauty copywriting experience
• Proofreading or copyediting experience 3 years
• Proven experience writing within a creative team
• Marketing/retail experience preferred
• Excellent command of the English language required
• Thorough understanding of the rules governing the grammar and usage of the English language as well as familiarity with standard reference texts