Metro Studios is looking to expand its web development team by adding a full time Web Developer. Minimum job requirements include an advanced level knowledge of PHP, MySQL, XHTML standards and CSS layout techniques. Knowledge of Server Administration is a plus.
Please send resumes and code samples to Matt Hacker at matt@metrostudios.net.
Detailed requirements below:
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Programming
* XHTML/CSS
* In-depth object oriented programming knowledge
* In-depth web application security knowledge
* In-depth knowledge of PHP 5
* MySQL database setup and programming
* Knowledgable in jQuery/JavaScript programming
* In-depth knowledge of database design best practices including jQuery
* Experience with Git or similar version control systems
BONUS SKILLS (NOT REQUIRED):
Server Administration
* Linux OS knowledge (Red Hat and Ubuntu)
* Experience managing user accounts
* Apache setup and management knowledge
* rsync setup and management knowledge
* Plesk Control Panel Experience
* Comfortable working from command line only
* Experience troubleshooting server related issues
* In-depth knowledge of Linux security best practices
About Metro Studios:
Metro Studios is a comprehensive marketing firm with offices in Hiawatha, IA.
For more than 25 years, Metro Studios has provided clients with virtually every marketing tool imaginable including web, video, photography, graphic design, live events and branding all designed to provide each client with an effective custom solution.
Visit http://www.metro-studios.com/ for more information about our company.
When it comes to adding team members, our goals are simple: hire people who are the very best and brightest at what they do. Together, we create and deliver innovative and successful marketing solutions for our clients.
Email your resume to matt@metrostudios.net
Location: Hiawatha, IOWA
Compensation: based on experience
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Work for The Nerdery (Minneapolis, Chicago)
The Nerdery is looking for a talented web developers with a passion for being on the cutting edge of web development with the skills to support legacy browsers when required. Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, always learning and willing to expand their horizons. Most importantly, they embrace The Nerdery's unique culture by sharing their knowledge and experience with our 200+ developer team through collaboration, group work and peer review. Conversely, they would be humbly ready to eagerly absorb The Nerdery goodness from the collective brain power of our amazing team.
The Nerdery is Tech Agnostic! We are actively hiring for multiple development positions.
Every Nerd Should Have:
General understanding of project management principles. (Agile, Iterative, Waterfall)
Familiar with version control
Familiar with QA and deployment processes
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
Nerd Perks
Developer-oriented workplace; work on a variety of compelling, challenging projects surrounded by nerdy supergeniuses
Created by nerds, for nerds; 85% of staff has development background, including senior management
Casual dress
Free Breakfast, and convenient lunch ordering and daily delivery
Team environment, collaborative learning environment, transparent communications
Flexible 40-hour work week, set your hours
Benefits package including a 401k, unlimited sick days
On-site Yoga classes, massage service
Dog-friendly, including monthly dog grooming
Arcade games, Chess, Anime, daily hackysack; home of 20+ extracurricular clubs and room for the one you want to create
Opp to advance career at growing company always looking for emerging leaders
About The Nerdery
The Nerdery is a developer-driven interactive production shop that partners with creative minds and big thinkers to engineer and execute their interactive projects, including websites, social media and mobile apps. In 2010 and 2011, The Nerdery ranked #1 on the Best Places to Work list published by Mpls-St. Paul Business Journal. With offices in Chicago and Minneapolis, The Nerdery has a staff of 300+ and was founded in 2003 by three programming pioneers. The Nerdery was honored in 2010 with The Quality of Life Award and The Jefferson Award for its record of corporate philanthropy through The Nerdery Overnight Website Challenge, at which volunteers have donated nearly two million dollars worth of web development services to 66 nonprofit organizations. In addition to Biz Journal's Fast 50 list, The Nerdery has made the Inc 5000 list of fast-growing privately owned companies for four consecutive years.
Apply online at http://nerdery.com/jobs. Include your resume and examples of your work, if available.
Location: Minneapolis, Chicago
Compensation: Competetive
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Website Analysis: Review and analyze client sites for areas that need to be improved, deleted, revamped, etc.; prepare detailed SEO strategy reports.
Keyword Analysis, Research & Copywriting: In-depth knowledge of keyword research, the most profitable keywords for client sites -- whether they are running a pay per click (PPC) campaign, or want to improve their organic search results.
SEO Copywriting: This includes the aforementioned keyword research, as well as SEO writing guidelines, for example, where to place keywords in copy so that it gets the most search engine traffic, how to write effective headlines and how to write effective call-to-action statements.
The SEO Specialist is also responsible for creating (or overseeing the creation) of original SEO content for client sites, in addition to implementing on-page SEO content strategies like coding (for example, when and how to effectively use header tags [H1, H2, H3, etc. . .], proper use/creation of titles and descriptions for each page of the client site).
Search Engine Guidelines: Keeps abreast of white hat and black hat tactics so as not to run afoul of search engine guidelines.
Liaison: The SEO Specialist will liaise with many different departments and professionals, inside of Metro Studios and with the client companies.
They may work with the client's SEO point person to strategize ways to improve and track site performance; they may compile reports for their company's management; and they may consult with web designers to improve the navigation of a site so as to enhance its search engine ranking.
Experience/Technology Skills: A 4-year degree in Marketing or Business Administration Marketing is preferred. A minimum of 1-3 years of web experience is required and 1-3 years of SEO experience is required. Specific skills include knowledge of HTML; CSS; blogging platforms like WordPress; more advanced programming languages as needed; MS Office; and MS Excel.
The SEO specialist will also be expected to know the "language of SEO," including, organic search, PPC marketing, CTR, CPC, SEM, ROI, keyword density, long-tail keywords, etc.
Communication Skills: As indicated above in the "Liaison" section, the SEO specialist will interact with many different parties, hence, they must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Self-Starter: As the position entails so many elements, an SEO specialist should be a self starter; someone who doesn't require handholding. They should be able to assess a situation, develop a plan, get approval and run with it.
Analytical Thinker: Piggybacking on the last skill, it's imperative that SEO specialists possess critical thinking and analytical skills. They should be able to readily identify problems and formulate practical solutions.
To be considered for this position, please email your resume to Matt Hacker, matt@metrostudios.net.
Location: Hiawatha, IOWA
Compensation: based on experience
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Tech Startup Job Fair
Startup Riot is hosting a job fair, called JOIN, at Enerspace in the West Loop of Chicago on May 22nd, 2012 from 5pm until 8pm. JOIN focuses on matching rock-star developers and designers with jobs at startups. (Yeah, it's in Chicago - but keep reading cause Megabus is hooking people up with free round trip tix!)
This career fair is 100% FREE for job seekers, but you must APPLY to attend and only those who are extended an INVITATION may attend. We do NOT accept walk-up registrations the day of the event. We do this to ensure that all attending job seekers have a good shot at landing a position.
Know others who should come? Encourage them to apply. Know startups who are looking for employees? Encourage them to apply to recruit. More job seekers and hiring startups means a greater chance for everyone to find a successful match. For each person who attends the event that you referred, your name will be entered to win a Kindle! Just have your friends put your email address in the "Who referred you" field on the registration page.
Want to come to JOIN but don't have a ride? That's ok, because Megabus.com is one of our sponsors, and they are hooking a handful of job seekers up with FREE round-trip tickets to and from Chicago for the job fair. Simply register and indicate that you are interested in Megabus.com tickets. Supply is limited, but even if you don't get one of the free tickets, Megabus is super affordable and can still get you to Chicago for a good price. Check them out! http://us.megabus.com/
Hope to see you there!
Compensation: varies by startup
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Graphic/Web Designer (Iowa City/Coralville)
We are a local custom printing & design company and looking for a person who is a experienced graphic/web designer. Someone who will employ creativity, passion, and design skill to solve problems for our clients. Responsibilities will be design websites and/or implement website designs, create and convert psd. to HTML/CSS code, layout and production of print materials, design of websites and mobile applications, client interaction during the creative process, handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, switch priorities, and focus, as dictated by client and team needs. Also the designer will work to produce branding, identity, web and mobile designs, advertisements, and a variety of print materials. Must have strong communication and written skills, expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 5:, Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, as well as paying attention to detail, organized, friendly positive interaction in customer service skills, self-motivated and driven is important. To apply please submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to your online portfolio to www.zephyrprinting.com.
Location: Iowa City/Coralville
Compensation: full-time position, with benefits, wage negotioable.
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Build a website for me (La Salle Il.)
I'm looking for someone to build a website for a new on-line business I'm starting. I'm think 8 to 10 pages with a store. Please respond with portfolio, a list of skills and programming languages and your rates.
Location: La Salle Il.
Compensation: To be discussed
Telecommuting is ok.
This is a contract job.
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Front End Developer Term of Project (Iowa City)
We are looking for help on a project that could result into a full time job. We need a front end developer to take a wireframe and turn it into a beautiful working prototype.
Please email portfolio. No formal education required.
Qualifications:
Expert knowledge of HTML & CSS for all major web & email clients
Near-pixel-perfect cross browser coding skills (and not-too-sucky IE6 workarounds)
Mastery of CSS, box models
Object-oriented Javascript, JQuery, AJAX experience
Experience coding for consumer web properties
Super motivated, great communicator, able to thrive in a collaborative environment
Strong commitment to quality and user experience
You get bonus points for having:
Ruby/Rails experience
Server-side coding experience
Photoshop visual design skills
Location: Iowa City
Compensation: DOE
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