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Req # 5053

Responsibilities

• Write original copy, repurpose and edit content from subject matter experts for a variety of print and online use including case studies, product brochures, bylined articles, newsletters, speeches, web pages, video scripts, advertising and management communications
• Communicate new product and technology concepts quickly with audience-targeted copy ranging from technical to business-oriented
• Ensure consistent voice and messaging across all communications.
• Close collaboration with creative services team, marketing team, and product owners to create product-specific content and promotions.
• Assist the team with writing support and respond to requests in a fast and concise manner

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university (preferably in creative writing or similar field); and 4 to 6 years of copy writing experience, preferably for a technically oriented business-to-business company
• Successful track record with known companies, developing a wide range of successful content
• Exceptional writer, editor and proofreader, adept at drawing content out of the appropriate staff and turning it into compelling copy.
• Ability to write creatively in English and identify/correct grammatical or stylistic issues in Web, print, and video copy
• In depth knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.  Experience with creating Acrobat files and working on publication software such as InDesign or Quark is a plus.

To apply:
http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_citrix/external/jobDetails.do?functionName=getJobDetail&jobPostId=18774&localeCode=en-us

The E-Learning Manager performs a crucial role for the Ophthalmic News and Education (O.N.E.) Network department by managing the technical production of timely e-learning content based on sound instructional design, the Academy’s Learning Management System, the O.N.E. web interface, and the metadata tagged repositories for images and text.

Additional responsibilities for this role include the scoping, functionality, and user interface design specifications of various Clinical Education products, enforcing product guidelines (scope and cost), suggesting new technologies and approaches, and managing the production of multimedia products.

This position manages the department’s Technical Producer and contractors. The position will also collaborate with the News and Information Manager, Content Manager, Acquisitions Editor, and E-Editor.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Instructional Design, Learning Management Systems, RFP development & management, and strong familiarity with web design, wire framing, scoping, product development, CMS, XML, relational databases, CSS, HTML, quality assurance and information architecture.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Skills: Project management [MS Project], PowerPoint, rapid e-learning tools [e.g., Articulate Presenter], user workflows,  instructional design, HTML, basic XML, relational databases, Web page layout, image processing tools, and audio and video editing software.
• Manage the development and maintenance of courses, cases, and knowledge-on-demand items to be delivered via a Learning Management System and Content Management System.
• Manage the development and maintenance of digital asset repositories, and related tagging.
• Interface with the Informatics division regarding requirements for knowledge initiative infrastructure, quality assurance and e-commerce functionality.
• Oversee technical work by department employees and external sources.  Project management, scheduling or other department assignments
• Manage Open Source software implementations, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Create and maintain pages in the Education Resource Center, including periodic review for quality control.
• Manage the production and maintenance of Web casts or streaming presentations.
• Manage production for the online and CD ROM products including coordination of resources, overseeing the IT project manager, and coordinating with staff and contractors. Lead the development or upgrade of interfaces and infrastructure

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in the management of Learning Management Systems or deployment of equivalent software assemblies (template design, basic database administration skills)
• Strong experience with instructional design and story boarding
• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance™ (CPLP) preferred
• 3+ years experience in the following Web production and web media skills:
  • Experience managing production teams
  • Ability to test/QA products to specifications
  • Ability to write user interface (UI) specifications
  • Ability to perform Web page design (HTML)
  • Ability to code Web pages (HTML and JavaScript)
  • Strong understanding of XML (DTDs and schema)
  • Understanding media processing (Photoshop, Flash, Adobe Acrobat)
• Technical project management experience (using tools including MS Project)
• Product management experience (responsible for life-cycle of products, including: scoping, functionality, usability, design, specifications, and budget)
• Experience writing specification documents
• Experience with relational databases (basic operation and administration)
• Understanding of video production tools (Mac)
• Ability to manage Demo creation
• Software skills: MS Project, HTML, Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Dreamweaver, Flash
• Familiarity with: XML, MySQL, Javascript, CSS, Visio

To apply:
Email HR

Requisition No.    24658BR

PayPal’s MicroPlace is looking for a passionate, motivated and creative individual who can evangelize MicroPlace’s vision to our community of users. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Web editor with knowledge of Web marketing techniques and theability to write well.

Job Requirements

As the Voice of MicroPlace you will be responsible for:

• Managing the MicroPlace community on www.microplace.com. You will be the blogger and community leader who will monitor and seed discussion boards, respond to customer feedback and come up with cool features to add to our online community
• Maintaining Microplace social networking presence by managing the MicroPlace profile on MySpace, Facebook and other important social networking sites you identify
• Proactively seek and manage MicroPlace presence across the blogsphere
• Ensuring that the MicroPlace website communications appropriately represent the MicroPlace brand. This will involve writing website copy, FAQs and help text as well as creating scripts and managing video content and images
• Writing copy for the MicroPlace newsletter and other investor communications in collaboration with Marketing and Compliance

Education

• Bachelors Degree or Equivalent

To apply:
https://www.paypal.com/html/paypal_jobs.html, and put “24658BR” in the “Keyword” field.

Position Summary

The Online Content Manager is responsible for the maintenance, modification, and update of all content for Freedom from Hunger’s public website and associated program- or initiative-specific sites, which includes Reach. The Online Content Manager will work with colleagues throughout the organization to ensure that all web-based resources for staff are accurate, useful, and easily obtained.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure robust presence by Freedom from Hunger on its public website by regularly updating and refreshing all posted material
• Working with colleagues across the organization, propose new content that advances Freedom from Hunger’s commitment to a dynamic, informative site that serves a variety of audiences—individual donors, institutional funders, partners, peer organizations, and the general public
• Be vigilant to ensure www.freedomfromhunger.org is serving first as the organization’s chief communications tool to a casual site visitor or potential donor without sacrificing any richness of content for the practiced or item-specific visitor
• Review, edit, approve, and post content submitted by Davis- or country-level program staff
• Develop and implement systems and procedures for managing and updating all Web content that inform staff of the status of specific activities
• Define protocol for editing and translating Spanish, French, and English content
• Collaborate with key program staff on all electronic schedules and opportunities, integrating the objectives of communications efforts with that of the website
• Working with Web counsel when appropriate, identify metrics to measure and track visitor usage and page hits/visits
• Manage site feedback from all internal and external sources

Web Strategy Objectives

• Maximize visitor usability of the site
• Participate in organizational ambitions to add awareness-increasing tools at Freedom from Hunger along the lines of Freedom from Hunger Day ‘06 and ‘07
• Maintain knowledge of current technologies and content delivery systems and make recommendations for implementation, where appropriate
• Monitor usage trends and modify websites to increase visits and usage
• Seek and create new ways to improve and promote effective sharing among global staff, including program- and initiative-specific staff and partners

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Prior Experience

• Undergraduate degree in appropriate discipline or equivalent experience, preferred
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, quality, and strong organization skills
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders and demonstrate teamwork
• Ability to gather, synthesize, and present information in a professional, practical, and compelling manner
• Ability to translate technological language to lay audiences
• Experience with information communication technology, including online portals, intranets, collaborative workspaces, and/or other internet-based tools for marketing, communication, and information sharing
• Knowledge of Web design theory and marketing trends
• Basic knowledge of Web development
• Experience implementing Web-content changes
• Previous experience creating and/or maintaining Websites
• Fluency in English required
• Candidates who are fluent in French and/or Spanish will be given extra consideration because of the organization’s presence in francophone West Africa and Latin America

General Job Competencies regardless of department or position

• Positive “can do” attitude
• Passionate about the mission of Freedom from Hunger
• Smart about pursing and achieving cost-effective, efficient work
• Collaborative in finding solutions, achieving quality work, and delivering on time
• Integrity in dealing with colleagues and executing work in support of the mission
• Sensitive to and respectful of internal clients’ concerns and needs
• Effective organization, time management skills, and multi-tasking abilities
• Attentive to detail, producing consistent, high-quality, reliable work
• Capable of operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

To apply:
http://www.freedomfromhunger.org/about/job1.php, or email HR

Industry:
    Consumer Goods
Salary:
    75,000-90,000

Speck Products (speckproducts.com) is a leading brand in designing and marketing cases for iPod, iPhone, MacBook, laptops, cell/smartphones/PDAs, and other popular portable electronics.

We’re looking for a jack-of-all-trades writer and content manager to join our fun, spirited, small staff. We work hard, play hard and enjoy the daily challenge of bringing Speck to the masses. The company is small, creative, spirited and located in beautiful downtown Palo Alto, CA.

Speck products are sold through major retailers, including Apple stores, major online dealers like Amazon.com, as well as through fashion/apparel stores, college bookstores and internationally.

This role would service the content development and creation needs of the company, from developing consumer packaging copy, POP/merchandising and signage, to managing our direct-to-consumer website, promos, e-newsletters, product catalog, sales support materials, presentations, PR, video, blogs and more! You’d also manage and engage with online communities, forums, write blogs and editorials, support advertising efforts and work with closely with internal and external resources and partners.

Seeking full-time, on-staff hire, complete with full benefits and bonus program.

Experience/knowledge of writing and managing content in the mobile/wireless, consumer electronics, fashion/apparel and retail markets preferred.

To apply:
Email HR

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative thinker who can drive our lifestyle content strategy and execution plan.

The position includes performing a wide range of editorial duties including writing, copy-editing, and integrating user generated content for final posting, publication, or product release. Evidence of depth of commitment to writing and editing, a wide degree of creativity, and a positive attitude is a must.

Candidate should have knowledge of procedures, process, and best practices of specific the online lifestyle market. Candidate should be able to multi-task a range of editorial duties within a fast-paced, collaborative work environment. All candidates should be conversant in the lifestyle market and be highly motivated self-starters. Candidate should have a demonstrated ability to create and edit content and documents in a range of voices and styles. Experience in web content or new product development, journalism, and magazine publishing is a plus.

• Have a passion for anything related to the lifestyle hemisphere
• Exceptional content aggregator - know how and when to package stories together
• Some experience working with freelance writers and editors remotely
• Some experience with blogging, podcasts and moderating/filtering content on the web
• Produce special features and content packages that are timely and relevant
• Proven content writing ability and time-sensitive editing ability
• Ability to work under tight deadlines on a daily basis
• Knowledge of encouraging community, interactivity and cross promotion of news across a network

Qualifications:

• Editorial judgment - the ability to discern and differentiate what makes a story relevant
• Experience with launching websites from planning to release
• Team player with the ability to work without supervision when needed and to act quickly under deadline
• Ability to edit wide range of content quickly and accurately with great attention to detail
• Collaborative and communicative work ethic
• Ability to achieve and provide key editorial value within a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to take initiative and effectively prioritize efforts
• Desire and ability to learning new online tools

To apply:
Email HR and cite “Editor” in your subject line.

InsWeb Corporation, the Internet’s leading insurance marketplace is looking for a part-time Web Writer/Editor Intern.

• Qualified candidate will research and write website content that addresses user needs, enhances users online experience, and promotes key offerings.
• Ensure web content meets established editorial, quality and industry standards for web usability, accessibility and SEO best practices.
• Apply AP Style and web editorial guidelines to all projects.
• Ability to understand complex information and be able to translate it into user-friendly information that is easy to understand.

Requirements

• Excellent research, writing and editorial skills.Bachelor’s degree in progress in relevant discipline (marketing, mass communications, English, journalism, PR/advertising, technical writing/editing).
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize among multiple work items.
• Ability to work independently and meet rigorous deadlines.
• Previous Web-based writing a plus.
• Must present samples of previous writings.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid days off
• Holidays
• Educational assistance
• Fitness membership discounts

Date Posted: 05/21/2008

To apply:
https://secure1.insweb.com/cgi-bin/jobsearch.exe?page=/jobsearch/onlineresume.htj&jobid=IW696&toemail=CorporateResumes%40insweb.com&encodeddivdesc=Product%20and%20Site%20Management&jobtitle=Web%20Writer/Editor%20(Part%20Time)&locdesc=Sacramento,%20CA

If you use a simple typeface and a font size of 12 to 14 points, you can also fax or mail it to:

Contact: Human Resources
Fax: 916-853-3328
Address:
InsWeb Corporation
11290 Pyrites Way, Suite 200
Gold River, CA  95670

InsWeb Corporation, the Internet’s leading insurance marketplace is looking for a multi-talented individual for its Web Editor.

• Responsible for researching, writing, editing, repurposing, maintaining and tracking website content that addresses user needs, enhances users online experience, promotes key offerings and supports partner relationships.
• Manage vendor relationships for outsourced content creation.
• Ensure web content meets established editorial, quality and industry standards for web usability, accessibility and SEO best practices.
• Apply AP Style and web editorial guidelines to all projects.
• Administers policies and practices related to copyrights, reprints, legal contracts, author approvals and vendor relationships related to content development.
• Understands e-business content partnership objectives and knows how to prioritize and troubleshoot and work cross-functionally.

Requirements

• Excellent research, writing and editorial skills Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (marketing, mass communications, English, journalism, PR/advertising, technical writing/editing).
• 5+ years experience in corporate editorial and/or web content team environment.
• Understanding of search optimization techniques as it pertains to developing content.
• Demonstrated experience managing deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience managing freelance writers.
• Strong multi-tasking, verbal communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Previous experience including portfolio of Web-based editorial work.
• Understanding and demonstrated use of web analytics.
• Basic understanding of HTML coding.
• Insurance or financial services industry experience a plus.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid days off
• Holidays
• Educational assistance
• Fitness membership discounts.

Date Posted: 05/21/2008

To apply:
https://secure1.insweb.com/cgi-bin/jobsearch.exe?page=/jobsearch/onlineresume.htj&jobid=IW696&toemail=CorporateResumes%40insweb.com&encodeddivdesc=Product%20and%20Site%20Management&jobtitle=Web%20Writer/Editor&locdesc=Sacramento,%20CA

If you use a simple typeface and a font size of 12 to 14 points, you can also fax or mail it to: *

Contact: Human Resources
Fax: 916-853-3328

Address:
InsWeb Corporation
11290 Pyrites Way, Suite 200
Gold River, CA  95670

Cengage Learning, a leading provider of learning solutions for classrooms around the globe, is seeking a Senior Marketing Communications Manager to focus on company-wide and technology initiative promotions aimed at our higher education markets.

Customer-focused and results-oriented, this individual is responsible for developing promotions—including direct mail pieces, selling tools, in-book brochures and ads, back cover copy, journal and convention ads, e-marketing materials, standard copy for technology products, and more—that drive the sales of our textbooks, supplements, and learning tools.—including developing copy and campaign strategies, researching product and market information, supervising the work of freelancers, and managing relationships with teams and stakeholders. The MarComm Manager writes copy as needed, and manages project budgets within departmental standards.

Successful candidates will enjoy learning about varied subjects areas and markets, and will be able to leverage their project management, writing, and interpersonal skills to deliver compelling pieces on time and within budget.

Specific duties include:

• Project managing MarComm campaigns
• Representing Marketing Communications on assigned and ad hoc teams, as well as at appropriate marketing launches, production and editorial meetings, cover meetings, division meetings, and other meetings as required. The MarComm Manager also conducts meetings as necessary to successfully complete their projects.
• Researching markets and MarComm practices via internal tools, campus visits, key conventions, etc., to keep abreast of the latest trends. The successful MarComm Manager applies this knowledge to increase the effectiveness of promotional projects.
• Helping the Marketing Communications team develop and refine systems and processes to ensure continuous improvement in the flow of projects (e.g. simplifying forms, maximizing the use of technology, reducing layers of approval, etc.).
• Maintains complete and accurate campaign information in the department’s project database; completes regular updates to project information at least weekly, and as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires 4-7 years of experience in project management, advertising, copywriting, public relations, or marketing. Bachelor’s degree in communications, advertising, English, marketing, or an equivalent area is preferred. Must be able to manage and reliably deliver multiple projects with overlapping deadlines, provide service to multiple discipline teams, and maintain the highest degree of quality and customer focus. Word processing proficiency and a basic understanding of design required. Experience in art direction preferred.

To apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=LEARNING&cws=1&rid=1172

The big picture: We need a senior copywriter with conceptual firepower and the flexibility to handle a wide range of digital, traditional and integrated projects. Someone who has worked on big agency accounts, but is fed up with big agency baggage or small boutique limitations.

The details: Our San Francisco office is ready to take its next big step. With a reputation of being the “innovative” agency with our clients, we need people ready to build their books and careers.

About us: T3 is gaining a national reputation for producing award-winning campaigns, innovative interactive experiences and smart, integrated ideas for A-list clients. We’re 230+ people strong. We’re fiercely independent (free of the holding company BS and bureaucracy). Our roots are in Austin. Life/work balance is a reality, not just a page in the HR manual. Our NYC has grown from a four-person start-up to 25+ in the midst of the dot-com bust. San Francisco is on the verge.

Experience about you: Here’s the basic profile, give or take:

• Interesting experience, 5-8 years
• Diverse book (integrated thinking in digital, traditional and direct)
• X-factor (ability to take a big idea and perfect copy for each medium)
• Equal parts thinker and writer
• Background working with FORTUNE 500 accounts
• Fearless in the face of complex projects
• Great client skills
• Technology experience is a plus

If you’re up for helping us build something pretty great in San Francisco, send us your resume, a letter, and samples of your work.

To apply:
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?goback=%2Evjs_499299_13_1209353860504&startApply=&jobId=499299&applicationDraft=1209159474960

DESCRIPTION:

This energetic individual will be responsible for all marketing, copywriting, and product management support activities required to effectively grow sales of a best-selling line of software to consumers, businesses, schools and government agencies. Responsibilities include (a) supporting sales with campaigns, collateral, and presentations, (b) writing for creative packaging, e-mail campaigns, and press releases, (c) supporting product management, and (d) increasing online sales through Internet marketing activities, web promotions, advertising, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Management: Support V.P. Marketing in determining new products requirements via customer interaction, surveys, market research, technical analysis, and product comparison. Support new feature product definition (PRD/MRD), development, and launch activities.

Copywriting: Produce compelling, customer-focused, benefits-driven marketing copy to generate demand on packaging, press releases, and blogs. Understand the difference between features and benefits. Learn and translates complicated technology into powerful statements to non-technical readers in both B2B & B2C markets. Adhere to writing and style guideline, positioning statements, and use a consistent voice.

Sales Campaigns: Develop marketing collateral, sales material, and measure results for innovative sales & marketing campaigns that would increase sales and market share, strengthen customer relationships, and build sales opportunities, including retail channel promotions, pr/advertising campaigns, web-based mailings to existing and new customers.

Online Marketing: Support web sales with online marketing activities including, creative e-mail marketing campaigns, online lead generation activities, sales campaigns, customer testimonials, and budget-driven advertising programs, including Google Adwords (SEO, SEM).

Time Management: Manage time efficiently to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver marketing material on time in a deadline-driven environment. Proven ability to achieve successful results in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Five (5) years of marketing, copywriting, or product management experience is required.
• A Bachelors Degree required, preferably in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or a similar study.
• Experience marketing directly to consumers or businesses at a technology company is a preferred.
• Must possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have advanced skills in using business applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience (MBA preferred)

ABOUT COMPANY:
Individual Software, a privately-held, mid-sized, goal-driven company in the east bay, is a top 25 software publisher in the U.S./Canada and developer of award-winning personal productivity, education, and business desktop software and web solutions for consumers, corporations, schools, and government agencies. [ www.individualsoftware.com ]

ABOUT THE POSITION:

• Pleasanton, CA
• Full Time Position
• Salary Commensurate with Experience
• Reports to Vice-President Marketing

To apply:
Email HR

We’re looking for a talented writer to write for Clickriver Ads, an A9.com-sponsored link advertising service.

Clickriver allows businesses to place sponsored links on Amazon.com, reaching online shoppers during the entire shopping experience, as they shop, browse and search on Amazon.com.

Located in downtown Palo Alto, A9.com builds innovative search technologies and services, including Clickriver Ads and A9 Product Search. A9.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Amazon.com.

Skills:

• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• A strong instinct for writing compelling marketing communications that will appeal to our target audience.
• Ability to understand Clickriver business goals on given projects and make recommendations about what communications should be updated (website, user guide, emails, etc).
• Ability to create compelling materials that will attract prospective advertisers.
• Ability to match the right language to visual designs and web application features to create a compelling user-experience.
• Team player, hard-working and goal oriented.

Experience:

• At least five years of experience in writing customer-facing communications, preferably for the web.
• At least two years experience in two of the following: marketing copy, technical writing, website copy, and or customer support communications.
• Experience in web publishing or high-tech.

Responsibilities:

• Write compelling copy that is easy to scan and to understand.
• Own the voice for the website, including website copy, help resources, customer communications, and UI text, including error messages and warnings.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Design and Engineering to ensure the accuracy of existing copy, proposed edits, or new content.
• Project manage the writing effort, keeping the team informed of progress.
• Learn from advertiser feedback to improve the writing in Clickriver Ads.
• Partner with marketers, software engineers and designers to deliver a great finished product.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of industry experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Advertising, Journalism, Humanities, Mathematics or Computer Science.

To apply:
Email your resume and a portfolio of your writing samples to HR

STAFF WRITER-MHN GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Health Net, Inc. (NYSE: HNT) is among the nation’s largest publicly traded managed health care companies. Health Net’s mission is to help people be healthy, secure and comfortable. The company’s POS, HMO, insured PPO, behavioral health and government contracts subsidiaries provide health benefits to more than 7 million individuals. For more information on Health Net, Inc., please visit the company’s Web site at www.careersathealthnet.com

This position is currently located in Point Richmond, but office will be moving to
San Rafael in June.

Reporting to the director of program development, the (government services) writer will serve as a daily member of the marketing & communications (MarCom) team, dedicated primarily to government services’ projects. The writer is responsible for conceptualizing and developing copy in support of MHN Government Services’ initiatives. Projects include writing corporate communications, website development, marketing collateral and member communications. Additionally, the writer will support MarCom with non-government related editorial projects, including editing and proofreading, as availability allows.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize the purpose, tone, design and content criteria for messaging
• Write, design and edit communications targeted at service members and government officials
• Write and edit online content
• Prepare executive presentations and other executive communications
• Write and edit press releases
• Create promotional campaigns and materials targeted to members, brokers and consultants
• Author internal communication pieces including promotional material and routine messaging
• Assist with MarCom projects as assigned
• Support other MHN units with editorial support
• Represent MarCom during internal and external meetings
• Ensure that messaging continually targets the appropriate audience, and communicates a consistent message, voice, vocabulary and nomenclature
• Develop project-specific communication plans
• Work independently and among a team
• Prioritize and manage multiple copy jobs simultaneously
• Attend local and national communication planning sessions attended by government customers and other vendors
• Support local promotional campaigns at military installations; some travel required
• Possible overseas travel may be required.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of experience in Marketing, Communications or related field
• A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Quark Xpress, Pagemaker,
• Superlative work ethic, attentive to detail, positive attitude, team player, high standards yielding excellent final product, competent in many areas

Desired:

• Military or government communications experience
• Knowledge of behavioral/mental healthcare

To apply:
1) visit www.careersathealthnet.com.
2) Click on Find a Career; locate this position by Job Number 08001062, click on Search
3) click on the job title when it appears (toward bottom of page)
4) click on the Apply On Line button.

Health Net, Inc. supports a drug-free work environment and requires pre-employment background and drug screening. Health Net and its subsidiaries are an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/V/D.

Millions of Us, based in Sausalito, California is an agency specializing in virtual worlds, are looking to hire a copywriter. Some of our virtual world campaign clients include Toyota, Warner Brothers, Coca-Cola and HBO.

Since our founding in July 2006, we have grown rapidly and now count 1/3 of the Fortune 50 as clients. Our work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Business Week, and NPR.

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

You make everyone around you better. The right candidate can work in a fast-paced start-up environment that is rapidly growing and is capable of creating work with major brand accounts. You bring passion, professionalism and a proven track record of successfully completing projects with aggressive timelines.

The ideal candidate is:

• 1-3 plus years experience
• Creative and resourceful with substantial interactive experience
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to be part of a team
• Meet time critical deadlines
• Exemplary organizational skills
• Excellent prioritization skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience in the videogame industry highly valued
• Advertising agency experience a plus
• A portfolio and writing sample either personal or professional that demonstrate a diverse skill set
• Assist the various creative directors in creating, writing pitches and proposals

To apply:
Email HR

Future US is a leading publisher of cutting-edge special interest magazines and websites in the games, technology, music and action sports sectors. With monthly sales in excess of 2.6 million magazines and traffic to our websites at 3.5 million unique visitors each month, Future US is the fastest growing publisher on US newsstands.

Selected as one of the top ten “Best Medium Sized Companies to Work for in America”, Future has a unique and dynamic philosophy that encourages creativity, innovation, growth and balance. We offer an utterly cool office environment full of fun, talented people that love what they do, and are passionate about media and technology.

Market leading publisher of magazines about computing, electronic gaming, actions sports and music is seeking a tech savvy Editor for PC Gamer magazine. The ideal candidate will be deeply interested in technology and should be prepared to demonstrate a passion for PC Gaming and writing about it.

What we ask you to do:

• Generate ideas for the magazine and other PC Gamer projects
• Help to ensure all PC Gamer-branded content meets our brand’s editorial strategy
• Commission writers to produce content
• Write copy for all PC Gamer properties and deliver it on time
• Represent the magazine at exhibitions and in meetings with publishers and developers
• Establish, build, and maintain productive relationships with publishers, developers, contributors, and other members of the industry.
• Be available to other media for interviews, appearances, etc., representing PC Gamer as an authority in our industry.

What We Require:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of previous publishing experience in the industry preferred, but not required
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task while maintaining composure under high pressure conditions
• Ability to manage deadlines, lead projects independently and with team members
• Team player with professional disposition, good interpersonal skills and positive attitude
• Must have the ability to effectively and appropriately interface and communicate with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision displaying strong self-motivation
• Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in performing the creative and management aspects of the position

What We Offer:

• A casual, comfortable dress environment with musicians, gamers and journalists roaming the halls
• A culture that encourages a passion for life both inside and outside of the office
• Generous 100% company paid medical, dental and vision plan for you and your dependents
• Don’t want to drive? Not to worry – Future US offers a free shuttle from BART and CalTrain to the office

For more information about our company and benefits, please check our website at www.futureus.com.

To apply:
Email HR with “Editor” in the subject line.