The chart below ranks the effectiveness of website design, management and optimization tactics.  How is your your website working for you?

The top 5 tactics include:

1. Implementing unique landing pages for various marketing campaigns
2. Optimizing design and content for conversions
3. Regularly optimizing on-site content for SEO
4. Implementing separate micro-sites for branding or campaigns
5. Leveraging video

How many of these top 5 are you using in your business?  If you need help, please give us a call.

John Locke

CEO/Strategic Creative Director

FeedFactoryPro.com

Host: Reciprocity In Motion
Location: Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology
103 Kroeber Hall, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
When: Tuesday, June 8, 9:00am to 10:30am
Phone: 510-704-9500

You are invited to join us on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 for a very special networking experience. If you could decode the ancient science of mummification, the art of hieroglyphics and new age media for networking, would you jump at the opportunity? Well, our professional networking group will take you from tomb portal to web portal.

Your hosts, Reciprocity in Motion, have partnered with the Phoebe Hearst Museum of Anthropology to offer you a private tour of Ancient Egytian artifacts. Following your tour, we will have a panel discussion on business networking through Linkedin, Twitter and other social media. Our panel features Heidi Groshelle, an award-winning principal of Groshelle Communications, Dr. John Locke, a leader in the design, development and marketing of emerging technologies and digital media, and Mr. Nichols, who serves as a chief moderator for LinkedIn and a columnist for The Globe Newspapers.

Please allow time for parking. The tour will begin promptly at 9am.
evite: http://www.evite.com/pages/invite/printView.jsp?inviteId=NGOUVTYSCVIORLUNIKBF

The needed skills for this position include:

• Solid character rigging skills.

• Great ability to work closely with animators.

• Expertise in Python and MEL

• Familiarity with creating UIs in Maya

• Maya scene analysis and debugging

Helpful skills for this position include:

• Experience with Human IK and Motionbuilder

• General (non-Maya) Python scripting

• C# and C++ experience

• Simple website building, mainly for internal reporting or data mining needs.

Apply-To-Job URL https://jobs.ea.com/myEA/profile.aspx?action=apply&postid=a0z50000000IO0X

The needed skills for this position include:

• Solid character rigging skills.

• Great ability to work closely with animators.

• Expertise in Python and MEL

• Familiarity with creating UIs in Maya

• Maya scene analysis and debugging

Helpful skills for this position include:

• Experience with Human IK and Motionbuilder

• General (non-Maya) Python scripting

• C# and C++ experience

• Simple website building, mainly for internal reporting or data mining needs.

Apply-To-Job URL https://jobs.ea.com/myEA/profile.aspx?action=apply&postid=a0z50000000IO0X

Netflix is all about movies. Join Netflix and help support encoding operations to ensure our customers receive and enjoy the instant watching of movies. The work you do as part of a small operations team will be at the cutting edge of current technology, and will have a dramatic impact on the future of Netflix and entertainment distribution. You will be responsible for ensuring the high quality of the movies live on our site. This entails receiving the source from the studio, previewing the movies and trailers before they go live and following up on issues from our customer service center.

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:

You are experienced in encoding audio and video assets and the quality control process, interested in the challenges of problem-solving and optimizing encoding processes. You understand the details of video and audio assets and what issues affect the customer’s viewing experience. You have a burning passion for high quality movies and on time delivery.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge and experience with quality control

• Proficiency in Unix and Windows

• Basic knowledge of audio and video assets

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills

• Developed organizational and problem-solving skills

• Desire to work in a fast paced, evolving, growing, dynamic environment

• Love Movies

NICE TO HAVE:

• Knowledge and experience with video encoding

• Digital Media Operations/Production experience

For quick consideration
Click here to apply

Responsibilities:

Product Management

• Coordinates product planning & product life cycle management with our overseas Headquarter Product Development team to ensure appropriate product roadmap and specifications, development schedules, goals, design criteria, costs & price setting to meet the defined market and customer segments

• In-depth understanding of hardware and software product lifecycle management and experience with developing detailed software design specifications

• Conduct market research, business & competitive analysis on a needed basis

• Drive the collection of customer insights from customer support, onsite visits and analytics.

• Ability to analyze and communicate complex business factors, product design and technical issues effectively verbally and in writing among overseas and local teams

• Prepare Marketing Requirements Documentations (MRDs)

• Participate in the QA process to ensure the final product meets the market and customer segments

• Provides product training, technical support and trouble shooting to outside sales, account managers, education development execs, product trainers, tech support team and potentially certain customers via phones, emails and on site visits.

Strategic partner development

• Lead all aspects of partner sourcing development – prospecting, sourcing, negotiating and closing.

• Establishing, and owning relationships with external technology partners

• Define, develop and lead execution of launch plans for new product introductions, product updates, and channel strategies

• Working with Engineering and QA teams to deliver the required solutions on schedule

• Assisting product marketing with new sales tools, including collateral, white papers, presentations, web content, and other customer and channel communications

• Develop business cases and interface with marketing groups, R&D, sales, and management teams

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of direct product management experience in either enterprise portal software, software services, or educational tool software

• Solid Internet technology skills with background in education verticals a plus.

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities as well as work well in teams

• Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Proven ability to negotiate contracts

• Ability to apply analytical tools to market/business analysis

• Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent interpersonal and cultural skills to effectively and professionally work with coworkers, partners and customers

• Understanding of the latest trends and players across online video, digital media and the internet

• Undergraduate in technology (CS/EE) desired. Background in human computer interaction or product design a plus.

Please send your resume and salary history/requirements as an attachment to jobs.usa@avermedia.com

AVerMedia Information, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer

WHO WE ARE

AVerMedia Information, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of digital multimedia products. With 11 branch offices, over 1000 employees worldwide and major distribution partners, AVerMedia is able to serve our customers on a global scale with unsurpassed service and support. ISO 9001 and 14001 certified, as well as RoHS compliant manufacturing not only ensures high quality products, but follows the latest in “green manufacturing” standards. Furthermore, AVerMedia’s Corporate Citizen Program gives back to our communities by supporting local, national and international causes and charities. AVerMedia’s corporate focus is not only to provide the most effective digital tools, but also to ensure a healthier environment while serving the community as a whole.

What sets AVerMedia apart from the rest? We’ll let our employees tell you.

“It’s refreshing to work for company with strong ethical and community ties. The Leadership Team has proven that we can be successful (and profitable!) without compromising our core values.”

“I like the people. Everyone is respectful of each other. We have fun together, and work well together.”

“I like being able to face a challenge everyday and make a difference.”

“AVerMedia has a warm and friendly culture.”

“Employees work hard and play hard, everyone is very focused and result oriented.”

“The people, the learning and the workplace environment are great. We have great products and I’m proud of them.”

“I like the teamwork mentality where everyone pitches in and provides feedback to come to the best solution.”

“I love working with products that truly make a difference and improve learning!”

THE AVERMEDIA CULUTRE

Integrity, Customer Service, Teamwork, Dedication, Discipline, Passion and Innovation are all values identified to be paramount to the on-going success of AVerMedia. These seven core values play an essential role in identifying who we are, what we stand for and the characteristics we look for in our team members. We are committed to creating a culture of excellence through our company values.

Do you have what it takes to join the AVerMedia team?

AVerMedia is an industry leader and offers an innovative, dynamic and fast-paced working environment. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and our employees are very passionate about our products and dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Our company and our employees are also dedicated to maintaining the highest level of integrity with our business practices and are focused on environmental sustainability and community outreach. Our corporate citizen program provides our employees with numerous opportunities to make a positive impact on our community.

In addition to an exciting work atmosphere, AVerMedia offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees.

If you are interested in joining the AVerMedia team, please send your resume to jobs.usa@avermedia.com.

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Company Information
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LEVEL Studios is an independent digital agency that amplifies global brands by innovating across desktop, web and mobile environments. Founded in 1995 as Web Associates, the agency now operates three California studios specializing in user experience, digital media and application development.
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The LEVEL mission is to earn the trust of our respected client base through digital strategies build on business innovation, market performance and social relevance. We believe in our clients, and they deserve to believe in the character of their agency.
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Position Summary
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Senior User Experience Designers are critical members of the LEVEL team. They lead the development of the user experience and provide usability and interaction design insights across a variety of high-profile engagements. The Senior User Experience Designer works closely with clients to intimately understand user needs, becoming the advocate for these needs throughout the development cycle. They present user experience solutions to internal teams and clients through blueprints, wireframes, flowcharts and functional specifications. Going beyond the interactive space, the Senior User Experience Designer analyzes, maps and optimizes the total customer experience.
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Responsibilities
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* Consult with clients about business goals and propose UX solutions and strategies that match their needs
<br>
* Lead client meetings to capture necessary information during the collaborative UX process
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* Research audience characteristics and conduct competitive analysis
<br>
* Organize sites’ content and functionality by creating site blueprints
<br>
* Create identifiable nomenclature for users
<br>
* Define navigation systems that are logical and consistent and support users’ needs
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* Analyze, develop and refine user tasks/processes
<br>
* Collaborate with Design and Engineering teams to build user interface wireframes
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* Be an expert on competitive and complementary products/experiences and bring new ideas to team
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Requirements
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* BS degree in Human-Computer Interface, Library Science, Information Science or related field (Equivalent work experience is also accepted.)
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* 3 - 5 years experience in any of the following disciplines: Information Architecture, Human-Computer Interface (HCI), User Interface Design (UI), Web Site Usability or Library Science
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* Experience and working knowledge of the following: data modeling techniques, taxonomy/information organization and structuring, software interface design, usability studies, focus groups, business process analysis and documentation, Web analytics software packages (HBX, WebTrends, Omniture)
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* Expert level knowledge of the following applications and technologies: MS Visio, Macromedia MX,
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* Technical understanding of Internet related technologies: database structuring and content management and knowledge management software
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* Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
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* Exceptional attention to detail
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<br>
Company Information
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LEVEL Studios is an independent digital agency that amplifies global brands by innovating across desktop, web and mobile environments. Founded in 1995 as Web Associates, the agency now operates three California studios specializing in user experience, digital media and application development.
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The LEVEL mission is to earn the trust of our respected client base through digital strategies build on business innovation, market performance and social relevance. We believe in our clients, and they deserve to believe in the character of their agency.
<br>

<br>
Position Summary
<br>
Senior User Experience Designers are critical members of the LEVEL team. They lead the development of the user experience and provide usability and interaction design insights across a variety of high-profile engagements. The Senior User Experience Designer works closely with clients to intimately understand user needs, becoming the advocate for these needs throughout the development cycle. They present user experience solutions to internal teams and clients through blueprints, wireframes, flowcharts and functional specifications. Going beyond the interactive space, the Senior User Experience Designer analyzes, maps and optimizes the total customer experience.
<br>
Responsibilities
<br>
* Consult with clients about business goals and propose UX solutions and strategies that match their needs
<br>
* Lead client meetings to capture necessary information during the collaborative UX process
<br>
* Research audience characteristics and conduct competitive analysis
<br>
* Organize sites’ content and functionality by creating site blueprints
<br>
* Create identifiable nomenclature for users
<br>
* Define navigation systems that are logical and consistent and support users’ needs
<br>
* Analyze, develop and refine user tasks/processes
<br>
* Collaborate with Design and Engineering teams to build user interface wireframes
<br>
* Be an expert on competitive and complementary products/experiences and bring new ideas to team
<br>

<br>
Requirements
<br>
* BS degree in Human-Computer Interface, Library Science, Information Science or related field (Equivalent work experience is also accepted.)
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* 3 - 5 years experience in any of the following disciplines: Information Architecture, Human-Computer Interface (HCI), User Interface Design (UI), Web Site Usability or Library Science
<br>
* Experience and working knowledge of the following: data modeling techniques, taxonomy/information organization and structuring, software interface design, usability studies, focus groups, business process analysis and documentation, Web analytics software packages (HBX, WebTrends, Omniture)
<br>
* Expert level knowledge of the following applications and technologies: MS Visio, Macromedia MX,
<br>
* Technical understanding of Internet related technologies: database structuring and content management and knowledge management software
<br>
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
<br>
* Exceptional attention to detail
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All positions require an individual that is capable of locating and cultivating new business opportunities at the mid and executive level within large corporate organizations and medium sized businesses.
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Responsibilities:
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· Research and identify viable new business targets from within defined industry sectors and target companies
<br>
· Open doors via substantial cold calling and networking efforts
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· Establish an effective communication channel with potential clients
<br>
· Evaluate specific potential client needs and coordinate the preparation of compelling and highly tailored pitches
<br>
· Set up and participate in capabilities presentations
<br>
· Participate in proposal development and guide the full sales process
<br>
· Coordinate with account / project managers to ensure client needs are met through the entire project lifecycle and beyond
<br>
· Maintain and grow healthy and productive long-term relationships with clients
<br>
· Requirements
<br>
· Experience with selling medium and large-scale projects in agency settings (interactive/digital agency, ad agency, etc.)
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· Understanding of current Web technologies, and the ability to communicate effectively with technically sophisticated clients
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· Experience selling to marketing and digital media executives (generally at VP level or above)
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· Highly effective phone communication and cold calling skills
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· Exceptional written and oral communication skills
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· Experience with large, highly recognizable brands in the entertainment, sports, consumer electronics, consumer products, media, and or publishing sectors a major plus.
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<br>
Required Skills, Education & Experience:
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· Minimum of 3 years work experience
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· Experience within the interactive industry is highly desirable
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· The ability to manage a minimum of 15 to 20 things at any one time, while maintaining a fast pace, being proactive, asking lots of questions and keeping highly organized.
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· Someone who is looking for a career within Business Development & Marketing. (by marketing I mean business development of marketing services).
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· A BA/BS degree with a major in marketing, communications, business or other closely-related areas is a bonus
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· Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate proven organizational and planning skills
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· Ability to multi-task and manage time and people to task completion
<br>
· Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
<br>
· Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
<br>
· Passionate, self starter who can work independently and works well under pressure
<br>
· Ability to quickly immerse themselves within the agency
<br>
· Excellent time management skills and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
<br>
· Ability to anticipate the needs of the group and plan accordingly
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· Have a cooperative attitude in working with individuals at all agency levels and offices
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· Proficient with MAC and PC
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· Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
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Compensation:
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Pay is commission only with a very generous commission breakdown. There is also a strong opportunity for a full-time salaried position for the right candidates.
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Apply:
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Please apply via email with your cover letter and resume.
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Please reference your Name in the Subject Line as well as the Position that you are interested in.
<br>

<br>
All positions require an individual that is capable of locating and cultivating new business opportunities at the mid and executive level within large corporate organizations and medium sized businesses.
<br>

<br>
Responsibilities:
<br>
· Research and identify viable new business targets from within defined industry sectors and target companies
<br>
· Open doors via substantial cold calling and networking efforts
<br>
· Establish an effective communication channel with potential clients
<br>
· Evaluate specific potential client needs and coordinate the preparation of compelling and highly tailored pitches
<br>
· Set up and participate in capabilities presentations
<br>
· Participate in proposal development and guide the full sales process
<br>
· Coordinate with account / project managers to ensure client needs are met through the entire project lifecycle and beyond
<br>
· Maintain and grow healthy and productive long-term relationships with clients
<br>
· Requirements
<br>
· Experience with selling medium and large-scale projects in agency settings (interactive/digital agency, ad agency, etc.)
<br>
· Understanding of current Web technologies, and the ability to communicate effectively with technically sophisticated clients
<br>
· Experience selling to marketing and digital media executives (generally at VP level or above)
<br>
· Highly effective phone communication and cold calling skills
<br>
· Exceptional written and oral communication skills
<br>
· Experience with large, highly recognizable brands in the entertainment, sports, consumer electronics, consumer products, media, and or publishing sectors a major plus.
<br>

<br>
Required Skills, Education & Experience:
<br>
· Minimum of 3 years work experience
<br>
· Experience within the interactive industry is highly desirable
<br>
· The ability to manage a minimum of 15 to 20 things at any one time, while maintaining a fast pace, being proactive, asking lots of questions and keeping highly organized.
<br>
· Someone who is looking for a career within Business Development & Marketing. (by marketing I mean business development of marketing services).
<br>
· A BA/BS degree with a major in marketing, communications, business or other closely-related areas is a bonus
<br>
· Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate proven organizational and planning skills
<br>
· Ability to multi-task and manage time and people to task completion
<br>
· Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
<br>
· Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
<br>
· Passionate, self starter who can work independently and works well under pressure
<br>
· Ability to quickly immerse themselves within the agency
<br>
· Excellent time management skills and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
<br>
· Ability to anticipate the needs of the group and plan accordingly
<br>
· Have a cooperative attitude in working with individuals at all agency levels and offices
<br>
· Proficient with MAC and PC
<br>
· Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
<br>

<br>
Compensation:
<br>
Pay is commission only with a very generous commission breakdown. There is also a strong opportunity for a full-time salaried position for the right candidates.
<br>

<br>
Apply:
<br>
Please apply via email with your cover letter and resume.
<br>
Please reference your Name in the Subject Line as well as the Position that you are interested in.
<br>

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RESPONSIBILITIES:
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• Steward the projects working with project managers and assigned team
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• Implement client’s strategy through development of Creative Briefs, reviewing campaign activity and obtaining status reports from other team members
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• Effectively manage project teams toward delivery of work that is on brief, on time and on budget
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• Possess a keen understanding of strategic rationale regarding the accounts they are responsible for
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• Author and present client presentations and proposals
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• Assign responsibilities, delegate and empower others to complete assignments
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• Recognize and advise on synergistic opportunities between client and agency
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• Leverage knowledge and understanding of graphic design, creative and production to facilitate effective communication between client and departmental teams
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• Provides interpretation support to clients during creative presentations
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• Develop and implement measurement plans of all programs
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• Review performance reporting and recommend program alteration as necessary
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REQUIRED SKILLS:
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• 5+ years agency experience.
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• Ability to direct multiple projects at one time
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• Excellent written and oral communication skills
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You will be working with ‘A-list’, Fortune 500 clients. Hence your communication skills, both verbal and written, experience and professionalism are extremely important. Agency experience is preferred.
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Please send resume, salary history, portfolio and cover letter to hr@designreactor.com.
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We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
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www.designreactor.com

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Responsibilities:
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- Create synchronized streaming video and audio-based programs.
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- Capture audio/video inputs live to disk and log PowerPoint presentations in studio and on-location.
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- Work closely with team and client to ensure successful recording and production.
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- Digitize and encode media files for streaming and various downloadable formats (MP3, MP4…).
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- Use Altus production tools and processes to integrate and synchronize the media with PowerPoint files and verbatim transcripts.
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- Transfer files to the corporate publication server.
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- Test programs to ensure they are error-free.
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- Ensure complete customer satisfaction.
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Qualifications:
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- Conscientious and have a desire to produce highest quality product.
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· Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities.
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- Ability to navigate quickly and efficiently within networked computer environment, keeping track of multiple directories, applications, and files concurrently.
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- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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- Highly efficient and capable of making quick decisions.
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- Serious experience with the Windows platform.
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Experience in the following areas:
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- Videography
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- Audio engineering
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- Streaming media.
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- Non-linear digital editing
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- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
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- Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and cooperating with a team.
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Compensation:
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- Position is full time.
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- Competitive salary with bonuses.
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- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
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- 401K plan with employer contribution.
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- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Contact: jobs@altuscorp.com
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<br>
Responsibilities:
<br>
- Create synchronized streaming video and audio-based programs.
<br>
- Capture audio/video inputs live to disk and log PowerPoint presentations in studio and on-location.
<br>
- Work closely with team and client to ensure successful recording and production.
<br>
- Digitize and encode media files for streaming and various downloadable formats (MP3, MP4…).
<br>
- Use Altus production tools and processes to integrate and synchronize the media with PowerPoint files and verbatim transcripts.
<br>
- Transfer files to the corporate publication server.
<br>
- Test programs to ensure they are error-free.
<br>
- Ensure complete customer satisfaction.
<br>

<br>
Qualifications:
<br>
- Conscientious and have a desire to produce highest quality product.
<br>
· Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities.
<br>
- Ability to navigate quickly and efficiently within networked computer environment, keeping track of multiple directories, applications, and files concurrently.
<br>
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
<br>
- Highly efficient and capable of making quick decisions.
<br>
- Serious experience with the Windows platform.
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Experience in the following areas:
<br>
- Videography
<br>
- Audio engineering
<br>
- Streaming media.
<br>
- Non-linear digital editing
<br>
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
<br>
- Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and cooperating with a team.
<br>

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Compensation:
<br>
- Position is full time.
<br>
- Competitive salary with bonuses.
<br>
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
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- 401K plan with employer contribution.
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- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Contact: jobs@altuscorp.com
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POSITION SUMMARY
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Responsible for producing excellent artwork (from both a fine art and technical perspective) with content, innovation, style and creativity for video games. Sets the highest of standards for level creations and creates high quality, fully textured 3D environments.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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• Work directly with Art director(s) to help visualize and develop game environments.
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• Generate high quality artwork within budget and deadline.
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• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
<br>
• Proactively recommend improvements in art standards and productivity.
<br>
• Keep informed on current industry trends and technical advancements.
<br>
• Participate in new product development and set artistic look across level art.
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• Provide technical leadership to less experienced artists.
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QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
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• 7+ year’s equivalent experience in game industry.
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• High level of recognized artistic achievement in the company and/or industry.
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• Has successful track record working on products and platforms similar to NBGA.
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• PS3 or Xbox360 development experience or equivalent experience with cutting edge real time graphics.
<br>
• Deep expertise in 3D graphic software packages such as: 3D Studio Max, Maya, XSI.
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• Expertise in high poly modeling/normal mapping using tools such as Zbrush.
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• Familiarity with 2d art packages like Photoshop.
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• Experience creating high quality 3D models and textures for use in video games.
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, Associate Degree, Art School or equivalent with significant relevant course work.
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<br>
POSITION SUMMARY
<br>
Responsible for producing excellent artwork (from both a fine art and technical perspective) with content, innovation, style and creativity for video games. Sets the highest of standards for level creations and creates high quality, fully textured 3D environments.
<br>

<br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
<br>
• Work directly with Art director(s) to help visualize and develop game environments.
<br>
• Generate high quality artwork within budget and deadline.
<br>
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
<br>
• Proactively recommend improvements in art standards and productivity.
<br>
• Keep informed on current industry trends and technical advancements.
<br>
• Participate in new product development and set artistic look across level art.
<br>
• Provide technical leadership to less experienced artists.
<br>

<br>

<br>
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
<br>
• 7+ year’s equivalent experience in game industry.
<br>
• High level of recognized artistic achievement in the company and/or industry.
<br>
• Has successful track record working on products and platforms similar to NBGA.
<br>
• PS3 or Xbox360 development experience or equivalent experience with cutting edge real time graphics.
<br>
• Deep expertise in 3D graphic software packages such as: 3D Studio Max, Maya, XSI.
<br>
• Expertise in high poly modeling/normal mapping using tools such as Zbrush.
<br>
• Familiarity with 2d art packages like Photoshop.
<br>
• Experience creating high quality 3D models and textures for use in video games.
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, Associate Degree, Art School or equivalent with significant relevant course work.
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Senior Systems Administrator - Data Center [SDC01]

We are growing our Technical Operations team to meet the demands of our rapidly growing user community, and have a terrific opportunity for a Senior Systems Administrator with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This position is primarily onsite at local data centers, with occasional onsite work in our Oakland offices, and travel to remote data center locations a few times per year.

Our team is small, agile and dedicated. We value diligence and creativity in scaling our infrastructure while consolidating servers as our usage continues to grow. We’re looking for the right person for this position - someone who’s ready to dig in on day one, with substantial hands-on experience in data centers and a “can-do” attitude.

Responsibilities

As part of our Technical Operations team you will be the primary team member responsible for the daily operations of our San Jose and San Francisco co-location data centers. Primarily on site in San Jose, you will coordinate rack mounting servers, structured cable design, operating system installs, cross-connect installs, vendor deliveries and physical plant maintenance, as well as performing maintenance and hardware troubleshooting. You will also participate actively in running the company’s core high-volume Debian Linux systems and network infrastructure.

Requirements

You must be self-motivated, capable of managing your time well, and work efficiently without close supervision. Meticulous and well-documented work is an absolute must. You should be enthusiastic about hardware and cabling installation, diagnostics, and repair. You will be expected to proactively identify and resolve problems, respond to trouble tickets, and participate in forward-looking design and implementation as you gain familarity with our systems.

* Minimum 8 years hands-on UNIX/Linux experience, including solid knowledge of OS install, configuration, and boot

* Experience supporting and troubleshooting production web installations

* 5 years extensive PC Hardware experience and detailed knowledge of components (x86, x86_64 with a strong preference for white/grey box systems)

* Experience building & maintaining structured cabling

* Strong experience with host-based storage & RAID

* Strong understanding of ethernet networking & TCP/IP

* Reliable transportation between Oakland, San Jose & San Francisco (available as needed, 24/7)

* Be able to lift 50lb to a height of 6ft

* 7×24x365 support rotation

Desired

* Experience with Debian or Ubuntu

* Experience with enterprise switches (Cisco, Force10, Arista, Foundry)

* Understanding of Load Balancers

* Familiarity with optical networks

* Scripting in BASH, Perl and/or Python

* System monitoring (Nagios, Cacti, Smokeping)

* Understanding of DHCP, PXE and automated system installs

Response Instructions

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to pandora-jobs@pandora.com.

Please include the Job Title in the Subject line.

Principals Only. Pandora does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies, and is not responsible for fees associated with such submissions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pandora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Us

Pandora (www.pandora.com) is the personalized Internet radio and music discovery service available anytime and anywhere on the PC and on mobile devices (including iPhones, the Palm Pre, BlackBerry smartphones and Android platform devices) as well as home devices such as Blu-Ray players and digital media players. Pandora is well-funded and is the largest online music site, based on ComScore monthly unique visitors, with a growing user base of nearly 40 million registered listeners.

As we build on our dramatic success, we are looking for talented, enthusiastic people to join our dynamic team. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and, above all, a terrific team and great work environment.

Senior Systems Administrator - Data Center [SDC01]

We are growing our Technical Operations team to meet the demands of our rapidly growing user community, and have a terrific opportunity for a Senior Systems Administrator with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This position is primarily onsite at local data centers, with occasional onsite work in our Oakland offices, and travel to remote data center locations a few times per year.

Our team is small, agile and dedicated. We value diligence and creativity in scaling our infrastructure while consolidating servers as our usage continues to grow. We’re looking for the right person for this position - someone who’s ready to dig in on day one, with substantial hands-on experience in data centers and a “can-do” attitude.

Responsibilities

As part of our Technical Operations team you will be the primary team member responsible for the daily operations of our San Jose and San Francisco co-location data centers. Primarily on site in San Jose, you will coordinate rack mounting servers, structured cable design, operating system installs, cross-connect installs, vendor deliveries and physical plant maintenance, as well as performing maintenance and hardware troubleshooting. You will also participate actively in running the company’s core high-volume Debian Linux systems and network infrastructure.

Requirements

You must be self-motivated, capable of managing your time well, and work efficiently without close supervision. Meticulous and well-documented work is an absolute must. You should be enthusiastic about hardware and cabling installation, diagnostics, and repair. You will be expected to proactively identify and resolve problems, respond to trouble tickets, and participate in forward-looking design and implementation as you gain familarity with our systems.

* Minimum 8 years hands-on UNIX/Linux experience, including solid knowledge of OS install, configuration, and boot

* Experience supporting and troubleshooting production web installations

* 5 years extensive PC Hardware experience and detailed knowledge of components (x86, x86_64 with a strong preference for white/grey box systems)

* Experience building & maintaining structured cabling

* Strong experience with host-based storage & RAID

* Strong understanding of ethernet networking & TCP/IP

* Reliable transportation between Oakland, San Jose & San Francisco (available as needed, 24/7)

* Be able to lift 50lb to a height of 6ft

* 7×24x365 support rotation

Desired

* Experience with Debian or Ubuntu

* Experience with enterprise switches (Cisco, Force10, Arista, Foundry)

* Understanding of Load Balancers

* Familiarity with optical networks

* Scripting in BASH, Perl and/or Python

* System monitoring (Nagios, Cacti, Smokeping)

* Understanding of DHCP, PXE and automated system installs

Response Instructions

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to pandora-jobs@pandora.com.

Please include the Job Title in the Subject line.

Principals Only. Pandora does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies, and is not responsible for fees associated with such submissions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pandora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Us

Pandora (www.pandora.com) is the personalized Internet radio and music discovery service available anytime and anywhere on the PC and on mobile devices (including iPhones, the Palm Pre, BlackBerry smartphones and Android platform devices) as well as home devices such as Blu-Ray players and digital media players. Pandora is well-funded and is the largest online music site, based on ComScore monthly unique visitors, with a growing user base of nearly 40 million registered listeners.

As we build on our dramatic success, we are looking for talented, enthusiastic people to join our dynamic team. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and, above all, a terrific team and great work environment.

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Additionally, we are looking for a Flash Artist. You will work with other designers and programmers to conceptualize, create, animate and implement art and animation in Flash for a variety of game types.
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See job descriptions below. We will consider FT or contract. Our offices are located on the mid peninsula and are just 2 blocks from a CalTrain station.
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We are happy to send full details to interested candidates. Just email us!
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* Top-tier education or proven track record with strong foundations in algorithms and data structures
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* Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Requirements:
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* 3+ years experience creating great art and animation in Flash, preferably in games
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* Strong illustration skills and an ability to create game-ready 2D art assets in a variety of visual styles
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* Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator
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* Strong graphic design skills and a solid understanding of user interface
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* Ability to establish and maintain visual style on a project
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* Love of creative collaboration and ability to take direction well
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* Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
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Preferred
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We are a profitable young start-up building the next generation of social games and applications for companies like Facebook and MySpace. We have multiple top titles including a recently launched game that has already attracted more than 25 million users. We are not Zynga.
<br>

<br>
We are looking for a flash developer to join the team who will work on developing games from top to bottom. The team is built of experienced entrepreneurs and technologists and we are looking for smart and motivated developers who thrive in a fast paced environment.
<br>

<br>
Additionally, we are looking for a Flash Artist. You will work with other designers and programmers to conceptualize, create, animate and implement art and animation in Flash for a variety of game types.
<br>

<br>
See job descriptions below. We will consider FT or contract. Our offices are located on the mid peninsula and are just 2 blocks from a CalTrain station.
<br>

<br>
We are happy to send full details to interested candidates. Just email us!
<br>

<br>
Flash Game Developer
<br>
Requirements:
<br>
* 4+ years programming experience
<br>
* Top-tier education or proven track record with strong foundations in algorithms and data structures
<br>
* Flash / social / web / game development experience
<br>
* Love of creative collaboration
<br>
* Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
<br>

<br>
Preferred:
<br>
* User interface design / art / game design skills
<br>

<br>
Flash Artist / Game Interface Designer
<br>
Requirements:
<br>
* 3+ years experience creating great art and animation in Flash, preferably in games
<br>
* Strong illustration skills and an ability to create game-ready 2D art assets in a variety of visual styles
<br>
* Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator
<br>
* Strong graphic design skills and a solid understanding of user interface
<br>
* Ability to establish and maintain visual style on a project
<br>
* Love of creative collaboration and ability to take direction well
<br>
* Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
<br>
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
<br>

<br>
Preferred
<br>
* Familiarity with ActionScript, 3D modeling and texturing skills (Maya or Max)
<br>

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Senior Systems Administrator - Data Center [SDC01]

We are growing our Technical Operations team to meet the demands of our rapidly growing user community, and have a terrific opportunity for a Senior Systems Administrator with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This position is primarily onsite at local data centers, with occasional onsite work in our Oakland offices, and travel to remote data center locations a few times per year.

Our team is small, agile and dedicated. We value diligence and creativity in scaling our infrastructure while consolidating servers as our usage continues to grow. We’re looking for the right person for this position - someone who’s ready to dig in on day one, with substantial hands-on experience in data centers and a “can-do” attitude.

Responsibilities

As part of our Technical Operations team you will be the primary team member responsible for the daily operations of our San Jose and San Francisco co-location data centers. Primarily on site in San Jose, you will coordinate rack mounting servers, structured cable design, operating system installs, cross-connect installs, vendor deliveries and physical plant maintenance, as well as performing maintenance and hardware troubleshooting. You will also participate actively in running the company’s core high-volume Debian Linux systems and network infrastructure.

Requirements

You must be self-motivated, capable of managing your time well, and work efficiently without close supervision. Meticulous and well-documented work is an absolute must. You should be enthusiastic about hardware and cabling installation, diagnostics, and repair. You will be expected to proactively identify and resolve problems, respond to trouble tickets, and participate in forward-looking design and implementation as you gain familarity with our systems.

* Minimum 8 years hands-on UNIX/Linux experience, including solid knowledge of OS install, configuration, and boot

* Experience supporting and troubleshooting production web installations

* 5 years extensive PC Hardware experience and detailed knowledge of components (x86, x86_64 with a strong preference for white/grey box systems)

* Experience building & maintaining structured cabling

* Strong experience with host-based storage & RAID

* Strong understanding of ethernet networking & TCP/IP

* Reliable transportation between Oakland, San Jose & San Francisco (available as needed, 24/7)

* Be able to lift 50lb to a height of 6ft

* Available for occasional off-hours (24/7) on-site data center support.

Desired

* Experience with Debian or Ubuntu

* Experience with enterprise switches (Cisco, Force10, Arista, Foundry)

* Understanding of Load Balancers

* Familiarity with optical networks

* Scripting in BASH, Perl and/or Python

* System monitoring (Nagios, Cacti, Smokeping)

* Understanding of DHCP, PXE and automated system installs

Response Instructions

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to pandora-jobs@pandora.com.

Please include the Job Title in the Subject line.

Principals Only. Pandora does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies, and is not responsible for fees associated with such submissions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pandora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Us

Pandora (www.pandora.com) is the personalized Internet radio and music discovery service available anytime and anywhere on the PC and on mobile devices (including iPhones, the Palm Pre, BlackBerry smartphones and Android platform devices) as well as home devices such as Blu-Ray players and digital media players. Pandora is well-funded and is the largest online music site, based on ComScore monthly unique visitors, with a growing user base of nearly 40 million registered listeners.

As we build on our dramatic success, we are looking for talented, enthusiastic people to join our dynamic team. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and, above all, a terrific team and great work environment.