<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:rssdatehelper="urn:rssdatehelper"><channel><title>Agency1903 Careers</title><link>http://www..agency1903.com/careers</link><pubDate></pubDate><generator>1903 umbraco</generator><description>Work for Agency1903</description><language>en</language><item><title>SEO Director</title><link>http://www..agency1903.com/careers#contour
          </link><pubDate>2012-01-20T07:20:48</pubDate><guid>http://www..agency1903.com/careers</guid><description><![CDATA[ 
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<p>We are looking for a talented individual that develops and
implements effective Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies to
meet specific client goals.&nbsp; The SEO Specialist utilizes
knowledge of natural search engine listings, organic content
distribution and employs the following SEO techniques:</p>

<ul>
<li>keyword analysis and selection</li>

<li>reviews key metrics across multiple pages</li>

<li>competitive site analysis</li>

<li>provides recommendations for advanced SEO tactics</li>

<li>keyword density analysis</li>

<li>optimization of site content</li>

<li>internal linking strategies</li>

<li>site submission</li>

<li>business listings optimization</li>
</ul>

<p><br />
The SEO Specialist develops, generates, and interprets periodic
performance reports used in ongoing site traffic analysis,
monitoring organic search placement, evaluating the effectiveness
of the overall SEO strategy. The SEO Specialist reports to and
collaborates with the agency Marketing Manager to achieve the
strategic SEO goals.&nbsp;  This position requires in-depth
knowledge of content seeding and distribution along with the
ability to source and build relationships with external networks
and content channels. The SEO Specialist must have the ability to
articulate their knowledge in a clear, professional manner via
verbal and written communications to both internal and external
clients.</p>

<p><strong>Requirements</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills,
superior time management strategies, and the ability to work with
minimal supervision</li>

<li>Proven ability to manage and complete tasks according to
assigned timelines</li>

<li>Proven ability to work independently in a team environment</li>

<li>Experience working in a corporate environment, preferably in
CPG, Retail and similar industries</li>

<li>Ability to work independently and collaborate with
cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and constantly changing
environment</li>

<li>Ability to introduce new SEO strategies, tactics, guidelines,
processes, or related projects to a large team or organization,
including thorough testing and effective delivery to the team from
start to finish</li>

<li>Demonstrated ability to maintain poise under stress and to
respond quickly, logically, and patiently to questions or
requests</li>

<li>Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of
the job and offer help in other departments when needed</li>

<li>Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills demonstrated by
delivering clear, correct and timely communications and effectively
working with others, verbally and in written format Ability to
quickly learn &amp; understand complex software products and
explain these to customers</li>

<li>Account management skills - ability to interact with internal
and external clients to solve customer SEO issues and questions and
demonstrate the value</li>
</ul>

<p><br />
 <strong>Education and Experience Requirements</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>0-3 &nbsp;years' experience in customer facing role. Proven
ability to consult and manage customer expectations.</li>

<li>2-5+ years previous SEO experience required</li>

<li>2-5+ years' experience in consumer Internet marketing
required</li>

<li>Experience with Windows, Mac, Excel, and MS Word required</li>

<li>Experience with Search Engine Optimization concepts, current
techniques and tools is required</li>

<li>Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is
required</li>

<li>Experience with basic CSS and HTML coding is required</li>
</ul>
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          </link><pubDate>2012-01-20T07:22:19</pubDate><guid>http://www..agency1903.com/careers</guid><description><![CDATA[ 
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<p>We are searching for a mid-to-senior level web developer who
will be responsible for developing innovative, reusable Websites,
Web-platforms and campaigns. We're not looking for a developer who
is content with one language, rather we need a developer who can
crank out an XSLT based site one day and program a Wordpress theme
the next.&nbsp; It's imperative that candidates are abreast all new
technologies and have a firm understanding of PHP, ASP.Net,
Microsofts MVC Platform and popular enterprise and open-source CMS
software. Additionally, this role will require internal
collaboration and potential client interaction.<br />
<br />
 <strong>Responsibilities</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Work closely with Project Managers and other members of the
Development Team to both develop detailed specification documents
with clear project deliverables and timelines, and to ensure timely
completion of deliverables</li>

<li>Produce project estimates during sales process, including
expertise required, total number of people required, total number
of development hours required, etc</li>

<li>Attend client meetings during the sales process and during
development when needed</li>

<li>Work with clients and Project Managers to build and refine
graphic designs prior to sharing with the client. Must have strong
skills in Photoshop</li>

<li>Convert raw images and layouts from a graphic designer into
CSS/XHTML/mobile themes.</li>

<li>Determine appropriate CMS architecture, and other technical
solutions, and make relevant recommendations to clients</li>

<li>Communicate to the Project Manager with efficiency and accuracy
any progress and/or delays</li>

<li>Engage in outside-the-box thinking to provide high
value-of-service to clients</li>

<li>Alert colleagues to emerging technologies or applications and
the opportunities to integrate them into operations and
activities</li>

<li>Be actively involved in and contribute regularly to the Umbraco
and Wordpress development communities</li>

<li>Develop innovative, reusable Web-based tools for internal and
client use</li>
</ul>

<p><strong><br />
 Required Skills</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Ability to not throw furnishings when you're struggling to
debug code</li>

<li>BS in computer science, mathematics, music or a related field,
or significant equivalent experience</li>

<li>3 years minimum experience with HTML/XHTML and CSS</li>

<li>2 years minimum Web programming experience, including PHP and
ASP.Net. JSP is a plus</li>

<li>2 years minimum experience with XSLT</li>

<li>1 year minimum experience with Microsoft Razor</li>

<li>1 year minimum experience working with relational database
systems such as MySQL, MSSQL or Oracle and a good working knowledge
of MSSQL</li>

<li>Development experience using extensible web authoring
tools</li>

<li>Experience developing and implementing open source software
projects</li>

<li>Self-starter with strong self-management skills</li>

<li>Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities</li>

<li>Experience with Umbraco is a plus</li>
</ul>
</div>
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          </link><pubDate>2011-07-20T07:48:24</pubDate><guid>http://www..agency1903.com/careers</guid><description><![CDATA[ 
<p>Are you in college and looking to expand your knowledge of the
interworkings of the internet, mobile applications and social media
applications and print and video production? 1903 has a short and
long term program that will help prepare you for the real world.
We're not afraid to let our interns explore new logic and we take
each intern seriously - you have a voice here.</p>

<p><strong>Description:</strong><br />
 Reporting to the Sr. Designer and Project Manager, the design
intern is responsible for concept development, visual exploration,
production/slicing and final execution of design directions.
Designers must be able to work successfully within a team setting
that includes collaboration with other team members in the design,
development, information architecture and client service
departments.<br />
<br />
 <strong>Essential Job Functions:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Concept development for websites, client presentations and
multimedia executions under the supervision of Senior Designers
and/or Project Managers.</li>

<li>Execution of production design to support the team throughout
the development portion of the process</li>

<li>Refinement and revisions based on feedback</li>
</ul>

<p><br />
 <strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Working towards a degree in Graphic Design (or similar area of
study)</li>

<li>Basic understanding of HTML/Flash and the limitations of
each</li>

<li>Ability to adhere to an agreed upon schedule/timeline</li>

<li>Ability to work in a team-based environment</li>

<li>Strong time management skills</li>

<li>Detail oriented with a keen eye for consistency</li>

<li>Ability to work independently</li>
</ul>
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