Critical Mass: Digital Art Directors, Sr Designers, Designers. Perm and Freelance.

We’re Critical Mass, a digital agency with locations all over the world, but our home base is right here in Calgary. We’re looking for talented digital Art Directors and Designers to work on some of the world's greatest brands. If you live and breathe digital design and marketing and care about the work you do then we'd love to hear from you. Send your online portfolio to getinspired@criticalmass.com, and check us out online.

Designer

Strut is looking for another designer help us craft communications, from ads to apps:


You're a killer designer and a bit of a creative generalist.

You understand how to tell a story visually.

You know how to structure information.

You know how to make pretty pictures.

You've designed at least one of everything, from an ad to an app, and want to help invent the next big thing.

You can think in 4 dimensions.

In a meeting you can convince someone your idea is right using only a paper clip, a stick of gum, and your big brain.

You can be convinced your idea is wrong, and are happy to spend days or weeks working hard to realize another person's vision.

You like free parking.

You can lay out an annual report that would make Warren Buffet forget to look at the bottom line, but in your heart you know print is dead.

You've never heard of us, but are impressed that we're a team of 25 communications professionals creating brands, campaigns, websites and mobile apps for A-list clients.

You can properly kern a headline that you wrote yourself. (We have writers for that, but still -- if you can't dream up a headline that would impress a copywriter, we just don't want you).

Whether you're designing for print or web, you start on paper.

You can hand someone your production-ready art file, and be proud of the way you've named each and every layer like they were your children.

You know the story of the oak beams at New College, Oxford and know exactly how it's relevant to what we do.

You can crank out a smart ad in an afternoon, or you can noodle for days on a complicated set of web page templates.

You curse Creative Suite, but know 12 ways to build a mask in Photoshop.

You like foosball and barbecue.


You like buying Creative Directors coffee: russ.bugera@strutcreative.com

(Bonus points: You also know a killer developer or two, and you'd like to bring them with you when you come aboard.)

Graphic Designer

The Marketing Department in Univeristy Relations is currently seeking a Full-time Regular-Graphic Designer. (Job ID: 4019) The Graphic Designer helps to achieve the university's marketing and communications goals by visualizing, creating and delivering compelling marketing, branding and advertising deliverables through print, interactive and mobile media. This regular full-time position reports to the Director, Creative Services in the Marketing department of the University Relations division and has functional accountability to the AVP, Alumni, also within the University Relations division. The work requires the management of competing interests and deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities. The ideal candidate for this position will have a combination of creativity and technical expertise, both at an advanced level.

The full job description, qualifications requirements, and application portal are on the University of Calgary career website

Designer

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Loves the idea of working in a small shop with a diverse client list
• Is a detail-oriented self manager who wants a flexible work arrangement
• Is passionate about both paper and pixels

Responsibilities: 

• Designing clean icons and logos, stunning print pieces and eye-popping, user-friendly digital experiences
• Direct contact with clients to quickly and efficiently resolve day-to-day support issues
• Staying up-to-date with new technology and assessing how it can be used in upcoming projects

Skill Requirements: 

• BFA/BA in Graphic Design or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3+ years design experience
• Demonstrated ability to create and execute innovative print solutions and interactive concepts
• Excellent sense of typography, layout, and general design principles
• Excellent knowledge of print processes and pre-press procedures
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
• A strong understanding of modern web practices to create an efficient user-experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS and Javascript

Additional Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint 
• Social Media Fanaticism 

If you are this person, call us! If you aren’t this person, but know this person, you should tell them to call us! 

403 208 2525 ext.4 

Sr. PM, Sr. UX, Sr. Designer, SEO, SEM and PPC Specialist

Evans Hunt is looking for some new people to add to their staff. They are looking for:

• Sr. Project Manager
• Sr. UX Architect
• Sr. Designer
• SEO, SEM and PPC Specialist

If you would like details on any of these positions, please visit the Evans Hunt Careers page for more details.

Intermediate Web Developer

Strut Creative is looking for a highly creative, collaborative and organized Intermediate Web Developer with proven programming skills and experience across a wide range of digital platforms. This person is fuelled by a fast-paced and dynamic environment and is skilled at delivering multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate is passionate about their craft, believes strategy is as important as the sizzle, pays exceptional attention to detail, loves solving complex problems and has strong communication skills.

You'll be responsible for:

• Developing a strong working relationship with other Strut team members to ensure best-in-class work, collaborative development and coordination on parallel projects.
• Assisting the development team to deliver robust digital applications suited to the unique goals of our diverse range of clients, including, but not limited to, database/CMS driven websites, mobile applications for iOS/Android/BB, and Windows based touch-screen applications.

We're looking for:

• 5 years experience as an Intermediate Web Developer
• Degree or diploma in a related field of study such as Computer Science or New Media Design and Development
• Outstanding creativity and an amazing portfolio, without an outstanding ego
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex programmatic problems, design and manage large data sets, and client needs, budgets and deadlines
• An in-depth understanding of information architecture and UX/UI design
• Advanced experience with PHP, MySQL and rapid development frameworks
• Advanced experience with HTML(5), CSS(3) and a solid understanding of RWD principles and techniques
• Expert knowledge of AJAX and robust javascript frameworks such as jQuery, Prototype, AngularJS etc.
• Advanced experience working with web services and application integrations including experience with JSON, SOAP, REST
• Experience with a PHP MVC framework such as CodeIgniter or CakePHP
• Advanced experience with Content Management systems such as Wordpress, Red Dot or TeamSite
• Working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and other creative suite applications
• Comfortable working in Mac / LAMP environments
• Ability to work independently or with a team and under pressure
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Enviable problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail, time management and organization abilities
• Demonstrated interest in remaining at the forefront of current digital trends
• Willingness to experiment with new ideas and tools

Bonus Points:

• Experience with native mobile application development for one or more of iOS, Android, Blackberry
• Experience with Obj. C, Java, C# languages
• Experience with integrated software development
• Experience with touch-based development processes
• Experience performing systems integration with enterprise platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Google Maps, MailChimp, SalesForce, Sabre, etc.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, please submit your cover letter, résumé and portfolio link to careers@strutcreative.com

eCommerce Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the eCommerce Manager, the eCommerce Merchandising Coordinator will be involved in planning and delivery of eCommerce merchandising programs and product strategies for Wholesale Sports’ digital platform in Canada.  This position requires a multi-talented high-energy, extremely organized individual who is capable of taking direction, handling multiple projects, sorting through conflicting priorities and completing projects on time and on budget.  The ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starter who understands the retail world, easily navigates the digital space, gets the technology, appreciates great product merchandising, has an eye for detail, loves hard work and instinctively knows how to get things done.  A passion for hunting, camping or fishing would be an asset.  

Responsibilities include:

• Under the supervision of the ecommerce Manager assist in the development and execution of multi-platform eCommerce programs and product strategies that drive online sales.
• Provide support for front-to-back eCommerce operations including merchandising, product catalogue, inventory, checkout, fulfillment and customer service.
• Plan and coordinate merchandising content in accordance with department strategies and activities.  
• Manage daily updates to websites, ensuring content, pricing, and availability are accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with Buyers and Replenishers to obtain product information and images for use in all eCommerce activities.
• Write and input product copy into the web inventory management system.
• Input category and product specific Search Engine Optimization tags and descriptions based on strategic guidelines.
• Maintain proper web navigations as well as product categories and collection pages.
• Work closely with buyers and the marketing team to help coordinate promotional activities.
• Integrate promotions into the shopping cart and checkout experiences.
• Organize and analyze sales data and event feedback for assessment and future planning purposes.
• Coordinate online customer service and recovery efforts as required.
• Monitor and optimize user submitted product reviews.
• Work closely with buyers to help coordinate Vendor Co-op promotional activities.   
• Provide coordination support to eCommerce Manager to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Work with external agencies that provide site operations support.
• Research relevant customer and industry information.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline.
• 2-4 years’ experience in a retail eCommerce role with specific focus on content management, merchandising and product inventory.
• Solid understanding of eCommerce systems, processes and technology.
• Knowledge of retail merchandising, promotions, production and project management.
• Exceptional communication, critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills. Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to utilize data to measure effectiveness and drive merchandising performance.
• Strong business acumen. Understanding of the Hunting, Camping and Fishing industry, products and customers.
• Attention to detail. high energy, sense of urgency, strong work ethic and an ability to work well under pressure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Content Management Systems, spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to occasionally travel in Canada and the U.S.
• Experience with retail management software is an asset.

Please be advised that only the successful candidates will be contacted

External Applicants: Send your cover letter and resume to work@ufa.com and quote job #HR12-333 in the subject line